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Brazil Adventure Spa Island Experience

Located in Ilha Grande, Brazil, the setting of our beautiful lodge is truly something out of a fantasy. Ilha Grande is located 100 miles south of Rio de Janeiro in the district known as Angra dos Reis in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil The district is known as "the Caribbean of Brazil" and boasts over 350 different islands within the region. Ilha Grande is famous for its 106 beaches, 56 waterfalls, caves, and rivers. The Brazilian Government protects it as a wildlife reserve. Ilha Grande is also home to the "Mata Atlantica" or Atlantic Rainforest. Currently, only 5% of the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest remains. Ilha Grande is one of the last refuges that hosts one of the richest ecosystems on the planet.

This secluded lodge rests harmoniously within the Atlantic Rainforest, sitting at the foot of the Ocean. Aside from its exotic location, the lodge itself entertains a multitude of charming surprises. The surroundings are truly beautiful as the lodge offers a private beach, a yoga deck and our own private pier. Our lodge has only 9 exclusive rooms, each of them with a fantastic ocean view from its own private veranda. Also, each room features air conditioning and one double size bed. Except for couples, all our rooms are single occupancy.

Our program starts on Sunday so you want to land in Rio International Airport Sunday morning at the latest. Someone from The Island Experience staff will be meeting you at your arrival gate. Also keep in mind that the program ends on Saturday and we transport you back to the airport by 5 PM Saturday evening. If you have time, we recommend that you stay in Rio for an extra day or two. Also, it's a good idea to come to Rio a couple of days earlier. If that is the case, we will pick you up Sunday morning at your hotel.

This a unique adventure spa and fitness program. This seven day program is designed to detox your body and de-stress your mind. The combination of outdoor exercise, yoga and meditation, together with a natural diet has proved to have extraordinary health and healing effects. We invite you down to this beautiful part of the world to help you elevate your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Share it with others, have lots of fun and adventure. Come join us for a week.

Imagine yourself starting your day with a morning yoga class on a deck overlooking the tranquil ocean, hiking in unspoiled rain forest trails, kayaking in quiet bays with warm emerald waters, snorkeling, or just relaxing on a secluded tropical beach with fine white sand and palm trees. At all times you are physically and mentally supported by our team , which guides you through the various activities and helps you to achieve your goals.

Back in the lodge, one of our massage therapists gives you a full-body massage for a whole hour, and you are then ready to enjoy your deserved downtime, either laying on a hammock in your private veranda with the view of the ocean, reading a book, or going for one of our optional evening activities: stretching or meditating in your second yoga class of the day, painting, learning the basics of Brazilian rhythms, how to dance samba or practice capoeira. Dinner is served under the light of candles and stars, the perfect ambience to enjoy our delicious Brazilian dishes made with fresh natural ingredients, carefully selected to detoxify your body (and eventually loose weight, since a low calorie diet is available as an option). The day ends with Brazilian cultural entertainments combining music and dance.

The location is just breath taking. We have carefully selected the most beautiful trails and beaches on the island to ensure that you experience the most spectacular scenery while you hike and kayak. Our lodge is located on a jungle hillside and sits directly on top of the clear tranquil waters of the Atlantic. This quiet setting is ideal for yoga, massage, and relaxation.

The key for good health and longevity is the understanding of the relation and interactions between ourselves, the foods we eat, the lifestyles we choose to lead, and the environments in which we live. We are the result of and are continually influenced by our total environment.The food we eat plays a big roll on that interaction and deserves some special attention.

Studies shows that more than 85% of modern diseases such as obesity, coronary heart disease, hypertension, type II diabetes, diet-related cancers, biventricular disease, constipation and gall stones are associated to the typical western diet, specially to synthetic and industrialized products. Americans in general eat less fruits, vegetables, and whole grains than the daily requirements. Americans consume much more saturated fat, processed and artificial food than needed. Today's busy lifestyle and the practicality of industrial food help to make this western "anti-health" culture stronger. It's time to stop and think about your life.

As what we choose to eat and drink and how we live our lives are primary environmental factors that influence our health and create who we are. By using vegetarian and naturalist principles to address and adjust environmental, dietary and lifestyle influences, thousands of individuals have been able to prolong their lives by recovering from a wide range of illnesses including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and many others. The dietary approach to health recovery can be used along with conventional and alternative medical treatment and intervention and is compatible with and adaptable to all forms of religious and traditional cultural practices.

The balance and harmony of a natural diet and an active outdoor lifestyle create the best possible conditions for health. We offer a detox diet -carefully designed by our nutritionist Adriana- which will help your body detoxify and will provide the nutrients that are necessary for a healthy and active week. The diet focuses on your special needs and objectives, by providing you with enough power and energy to complete all of the activities of the program. For those who are interested in losing weight, we also offer a low-calorie plan. This exotic and delicious vegetarian based diet combines the harmony and the benefits of natural foods with the fantastic flavor of Brazilian cuisine.

We operate this amazing program from March through mid December on a Sunday to Saturday basis. Extended packages are available. We limit our groups to no more than 12 guests per week and considering the tremendous interest, we encourage you to book your travel early to secure your spot.

Our standard rate is USD 2,100 per person, but if you're staying with a friend, then the rate to share a room is USD 1,900 each. That's pretty much all that you are going to spend during that week. We ask for a USD $500 deposit per person with the outstanding balance paid one month prior to their visit. Once a booking has been secured with a deposit, cancellations are not available. The deposit will be held towards future travel.

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The rate includes:
" 6 nights of lodging
" Private room and bath with veranda overlooking ocean, AC and ceiling fan
" All meals, juices, mineral water and snacks everyday (natural spa cuisine developed by on-site nutritionist)
" More than 6 hours per day of supervised activities (trekking and kayaking)
" Daily yoga classes (two per day)
" Daily one hour full body massages (five total for each person)
" Various recreational activities (snorkeling, Brazilian dance, painting)
" Brazilian cultural entertainment activities
" Round trip from Rio de Janeiro airport or hotel to the Island

One of the highly attractive features of our program is the secluded location of the lodge which sits at the water's edge extremely close to an almost deserted beach. The rooms all face the tranquil ocean revealing picturesque sunsets and sounds of soft, rhythmic waves below. All the activities leverage the island's various terrains and the week-long schedule is designed to gradually increase in difficulty so you will not feel overwhelmed. Our professional and experienced trainers customize the activities to meet your fitness level and your expected goals. The staff is committed to providing you the most harmonic experience you ever imagined.

Being a tropical island, the weather can vary, but typically the dry season begins in March when it's still very warm with long days, blue skies and pleasant evenings. August begins our winter period, but the temperature continues to average 75 degrees F with the least chance of rain. The water is always warm and hypnotically calm.

Eco Lodge - operates mid-December to end of February
The Eco Lodge program is offered mainly during our summer months from mid December to the end of February. Very similar to our premiere Island Experience spa program, this wonderful alternative offers a healthy menu but not 100% detox as with the spa program (e.g., vegetarian, meat, and seafood options are available). While activities are provided, not all the guests engage in them, choosing instead to relax and disconnect. It's like a more flexible and less regimented version of The Island Experience spa program providing more opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the island.

Instead of structuring a 7 day package, the Eco Lodge is offered at a daily rate of USD $300 per day single, USD $250 per person per day double occupancy, with a minimum three night stay.

The Eco Lodge includes:
" Private room and bath with veranda overlooking ocean, AC and ceiling fan
" All meals, juices, mineral water and snacks everyday (alcohol sold separately)
" More than 5 hours per day of supervised activities (trekking and kayaking)
" One yoga class per day
" One full body massage every 3 days
" Boat transfers to/from mainland

Also, the Eco Lodge does not include transportation to Rio de Janeiro but we can help make arrangements for private transport direct from/to the airport or hotel for USD $150 each way.

The warm, balmy summer months draw numerous sun worshippers to white powder beaches and warm, tranquil waters while also attracting outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy adventure hiking through a lush tropical rainforest teeming with life and natural wonder. Truly marvelous. It's a perfect alternative for our friends who enjoy the option of participating in scheduled activities or might opt for some well deserved down time.