Sunset over the forest reserve
Luíza Ferraz
Daily life, so often full of urgent tasks and growing demands, requires that from time to time, we take a well-deserved break to immerse ourselves in personal development within an environment that offers equilibrium, peace, joy and harmony. The Cristalino Lodge, in the Amazon forest, is an ideal location for such an immersion, amidst nature’s abundance and powerful energy. The Amazon Journey - Inspiring Rhythms of Life is led by renowned teachers Giu Bergamo and Cláudio Vazzolla, who share the wisdom of Naam Yoga to help the participants with their Yoga practices and enjoy personal discoveries and inner empowerment. Together, they guide the participants on an enlightening journey, surrounded by the Amazon forest, so that each individual can make a difference in their areas of activity, thereby making room for us to co-create the reality that we desire in our lives, using the wisdom and equilibrium of Naam Yoga.
The activities combine Naam Yoga and Meditation with daily guided exploration of the majestic Cristalino reserve. Now in its 15th edition, the Yoga in the Amazon program has already helped dozens of participants to fine-tune their experience and practices within a full immersion in nature.
The program conducted by Giu Bergamo and Cláudio Vazzolla is aimed at anybody who is seeking to fully connect with nature, as well as yoga lovers at all levels who are looking for an opportunity to deepen their practices and their connection with the natural world, to restore a state of physical and mental equilibrium and to live sustainably out of respect for our beautiful planet. Naam is a practice that is open to everybody, regardless of whether they are yoga practitioners. During the program, the participants will be invited to plunge deeply into a healthy lifestyle and to experience the benefits of living in harmony with nature.
The program includes daily yoga and meditation practices, guided expeditions and free time for swimming in the river, exploring the trails or just relaxing and enjoying the magical experience of being fully in the present moment. Afternoon activities will include boat trips to enjoy a wealth of bird life rarely found anywhere else in the world, as well as trying to spot other forest creatures, such as river otters and capybaras and the many endangered species of primates that consider the Cristalino reserve to be their safe haven.
Every night there is a delicious dinner, an open fire beside the River Cristalino and guided walks or boat trips to observe some of the Amazon’s nocturnal creatures, as well as slide shows of the Amazon fauna and flora and the inspiring story of the Cristalino reserve.
Feel the energy of the forest in immersive practices.
ARRIVAL AT CRISTALINO LODGE
Transfer from Alta Floresta airport to Cristalino Lodge, involving a 1-hour journey, plus 30 minutes by boat.
PRESENTATION TO THE FOREST
Boat trip contemplating the Cristalino River and sunset on the Teles Pires River, integrating with nature.
LECTURE ABOUT THE CRISTALINO RESERVE & WELCOME DINNER
Arrival in Cristalino on a contemplative boat trip.
FLOW MEDITATIVE WALK
On a walk in silence, contemplate the heart of the reserve in all its biodiversity while allowing the flow of nature into your being, mixing breathing exercises and Naam meditation. Stop time and immerse yourself in the present moment.
HUG A CENTURY-OLD TREE
Located on the Castanheira Trail, the oldest tree in the forest. With around 800 years old, it takes 9 people holding hands to hug it.
An unique opportunity to enjoy the powerful energy present within the untouched forest.
WATCH THE SUNSET
For a truly unique experience of the Amazon rainforest, take a special walk to the Observation Tower to enjoy the sunset in a contemplative meditation.
MEDITATIVE FIRE
After dinner, on the floating deck on the banks of the Cristalino River, celebrate the strength and energy of nature in a ritual to renew cycles and connect with the transformation and manifestation of what you want to create in a special moment, bringing awareness, elevation and self-healing.
Unforgettable moments by the fire, on the floating deck of Rio Cristalino.
TOUR OF THE MOUNTAIN I
View the beautiful landscape of one of the most touching parts of the visit to Reserva Cristalino. An opportunity to be present, in contact with the ancestral nature of the rock formations during the tour, a wonderful view of the forest at the top of the Mountain to Meditate on the Force of Life in manifestation along with your projects and desires.
DIVING IN THE CRISTALINO RIVER
After the mountain tour, have free time before lunch to dive into the waters of the Cristalino River. Renew yourself!
EXPERIENCE THE DAWN
Wake up to the sounds of the forest in a slow, peaceful flow. Walk to the observation tower and, from the top, as the forest awakens, contemplate the special moment of sunrise with an infinite green sea at your feet. Meditation and Pranayamas to fill the body with infinite reserve Prana. Literally, one of the highlights of the journey.
“A moment to bring the energy of Heaven to Earth, opening your heart to this energy! Your heart is the place where Heaven kisses Earth.” - Giu Bergamo.
Admire the sunrise in the forest from the Cristalino Lodge observation towers.
KAYAKING AND SUNSET
We will kayak up the river to observe the animals that gracefully appear on the banks, to contemplate the sunset on the riverbank, with the landscape provided by this tour.
NIGHT FOCUSING
Admire the nocturnal animals on the way back from the boat trip at the entrance of the Cristalino River at night.
TOUR OF THE MOUNTAIN II
Experience the wonderful view of the forest at the top of the mountain and, enjoying the benefits of the beautiful natural landscape, you will practice Pranayama to invigorate your entire being, tap into the healing spring of prana and expand into fullness.
DIVING AT CRISTALINO RIVER
SUNSET AT THE OBSERVATION TOWER
Walk in silence listening to the forest preparing to gather in the last rays of the Sun on the forest.
Thanking the day, meditation at sunset, contemplation and the emotion of interconnection with the force of nature in the heart of the forest.
FAREWELL DINNER
SPECIAL TRANSITION PRACTICE
Take advantage of the morning to enjoy a Practice inspired by your entire experience in the forest.
Take time to relax in the most perfect harmony with nature for your last meditative moment at Cristalino Lodge.
Departure from the hotel to Alta Floresta airport.
*The order of activities may change.
The sighting of animals during the tours complements the immersion in the protected forest.
NAAM BREATHWORK
Master your breath to master your health - our mind, heart and emotions as well as our physical health are directly affected by the way we work with the power of vital breathing. Enjoy 40 minutes of powerful life energy exercises throughout the program, healing breathing techniques that will leave you refreshed, inspired, empowered, cleansed and give your immune system a boost.
"The universe is made of order, rhythm and clarity. Coordinate your space and rhythm with the time and frequency of nature, open up and surrender to the infinite possibilities present in everything that exists.” – Giu Bergamo.
HARMONYUM HEALING
As a separate activity, you can schedule Harmonyum Healing sessions – a healing therapy that promotes deep relaxation of the nervous system, calm and mental tranquility through gentle touches along the spine. A session of inner peace, deep rest, allowing ethereal energy to flow more freely vibrating pranic energy throughout your body. Sessions scheduled in advance.
Yoga and meditation classes are mixed with walks in nature.
AN OPPORTUNITY
This visit is an invitation to the Naam Wellness Lifestyle, in the Amazon, with opportunities to strengthen your personal practices, cultivate inner fulfillment, find equilibrium and contribute so that each participant can be an agent of inspiration and transformation for the people around them and for the planet.
TESTIMONIALS
Giu Bergamo and Cláudio Vazzolla have been holding retreats at the Cristalino Lodge since 2018. See some of the comments from those who participated.
“I felt a great connection and sense of belonging to all the abundance I experienced and much, much gratitude for everything". Márcia Tonelli. Participant in November 2018.
“The experience of the Naam practices at the Cristalino Lodge was unique! The immensity of the forest, attuned with the practices and mantras, enhances our perceptions and how we are really divine beings integrated with nature, becoming one with this immensity of the forest. An incredible and unmissable experience that is hard to put into words". Márcia Pereira. Participant in November 2019.
ABOUT GIU BERGAMO AND CLÁUDIO VAZZOLLA
In their practices, Giu Bergamo and Cláudio Vazzolla share love, enthusiasm, creativity and inspiration. In dynamic and fun sessions they introduce Divine Spiritual Wisdom, creating positivity, harmony and prosperity for all those who participate. They have devoted themselves to study of the movement for over 35 years and to yoga for 14 years.
They have extensive international training in Hatha Yoga, Naam Yoga, Shakti Naam Yoga, Sukshma Vyayama and Universal Kabbalah and are senior practitioners and pioneers in Brazil of Harmonyum Healing, working in this since 2011. Together, they conduct this entire experience of health and vitality close to nature.
Giu Bergamo and Cláudio Vazzolla, founders of Naam Yoga.
1. The program runs from November 20th to 25th, 2024. Check your availability and, when possible, reserve these dates in your calendar. This is your commitment to a Yoga immersion surrounded by the Amazon forest.
2. Choose your accommodation.
3. Schedule a chat with the Cristalino Lodge team, to help you put together your travel plan.
Sunset view of the Cristalino mountains.
