AN A LIFE ALIVE · JOURNEY AT BRISA BAHIA
7 Day Wild & Alive Retreatin Capurganá, Colombia
FEBRUARY 8 – 15, 2027
About the retreat
Where the jungle meets the sea
Your transformation begins the moment you board a small avioneta, watching urban noise fade away as the lush canopy of the Darién jungle unfolds beneath you. Arriving at the edge of the coast, a boat carries you across crystal-clear waters to Bahía Brisa, a secluded, roadless sanctuary where pristine tropical rainforest meets the Caribbean Sea.
Here, in one of the most biodiverse corners of the Earth, nature sets the rhythm. The ocean breezes and sound of the waves become the backdrop to your daily practice, stripping away modern distractions and creating space for genuine stillness.
Over seven days, you'll anchor into the present through strong, invigorating Vinyasa flows, unwind with slow, restorative Yin practices, and nourish your body with vibrant, wholesome meals. Between daily practice, you'll explore hidden waterfalls, walk secluded beaches, and immerse yourself in the raw, untamed landscape. This is an authentic, low-impact escape designed to help you drop into the wisdom of the wild, tune into your breath, and step into a life fully alive.
What's included
Everything taken care of, except the rest: that part is yours
Daily yoga
Two practices a day: an active one at sunrise and a restorative one at sunset.
Meditation & pranayama
Conscious breathing and guided meditation facing the sea.
Accommodation
Simple, breezy cabins in Bahía Aguacate, steps from the beach.
Mindful food
Three vegetarian meals a day with fruit and local produce from Chocó.
Excursions
Jungle waterfalls, hidden beaches and guided hikes.
Travel Assistance
We help you book your flights and offer free transfer from the airport to the lodge for a seamless experience.
Subconscious work & rituals
Guided practices to release old patterns, set intentions and reconnect with your inner wisdom.
Lunar rituals & ceremonial evenings
Two ceremonial evenings attuned to the moon cycle.
Optional plant medicine ceremony
A carefully held, voluntary ceremony with ancestral medicine, led by experienced facilitators.
Gallery
A glimpse of what awaits you
Your hosts
Meet your facilitators
Julie Bourquin
Yoga Teacher, Retreat Host & Founder of A Life Alive
Julie Bourquin is a certified Yoga teacher, retreat host and founder of A Life Alive, as well as a certified plant-based nutrition and fitness coach. She's been curating trips & retreats in Colombia, Mexico, Portugal, and Switzerland. She fell in love with Colombia in 2017, and has been back forever since, to host, explore and understand more about this beautiful country. Her aim is to empower others to live a life of their own design and to trust themselves and their bodies more.
Megan Frye
Writer, Travel Consultant & RYT200 Yoga Teacher
Megan Frye is an independent writer, travel consultant, and Yoga Alliance–registered RYT200 yoga teacher living in Brazil. She organizes low-impact, regenerative experiences around the world; and is a dedicated astrologer, weaving cosmic insight into her work and retreats. She is honored to guide clients through therapeutic hypnosis, which she believes to be one of the most rapidly transformational healing modalities available. Her greatest teachers are nature, the subconscious mind, and those who fearlessly and compassionately embrace their shadow.
The venue
Brisa Bahía, Capurganá
Nestled where the lush jungle meets the vibrant Caribbean coast in Colombia, Brisa Bahía is a sanctuary designed for deep rest, movement, and transformation. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a private, white-sand beach and an open-air, 12-sided yoga shala topped with a traditional palm roof that catches the gentle ocean breeze. The property features a serene swimming pool, an open-air gym, and dedicated meditation platforms scattered throughout the forest canopy, offering an idyllic container for daily practice, group gatherings, and quiet contemplation.
Immersed in nature's abundance, the venue invites you to slow down and reconnect with life’s essentials. Guests can wander private jungle trails leading to hidden waterfalls and scenic viewpoints, sample fresh produce directly from on-site tropical fruit trees, or unwind in the open-air spa area offering holistic bodywork and healing treatments. Every corner of Brisa Bahía, from the soothing soundscape of distant waves and birdsong to its sustainable, eco-conscious design, is crafted to soothe the nervous system and nourish body, mind, and spirit.
PRICING
Early Bird: 100$ off when booking before November 1st, 2026
Includes accommodation, meals, classes and excursions. Travel to Capurganá not included. Terms & Conditions apply.
Testimonials
“This retreat was incredible. I felt like it gave me so much nourishment in every way possible & helped me connect with myself. I felt restored, confident and ready to face anything when I got back home.”
“Thank you to beloved Megan and Julie for a beautiful retreat! The yoga was Divine, the food was delicious thank you both for going above and beyond It was sacred, it was peaceful and joyful.”
“A beautiful group of people and a stunning location. Every aspect added up to make an extraordinary experience. Very sad to leave!”