Welcome to the Shamanic Nature Retreat 2025. This week-long journey invites you to immerse yourself in shamanic and Sámi traditions, learn indigenous well-being practices, reconnect with your inner nature, and embrace the untamed beauty of Arctic nature.
Retreat’s shamanic practices cover lectures of shamanic philosophy, yoik, hikes and reflective moments in the wilderness, and local and wild food that respects the ecosystem and your body. This all is designed to align you with natural cycles. The practices are complemented by yoga, meditation, Karelian herbal treatments and sauna rituals to support your holistic path to self-discovery.
Read on to discover more.
** Timing and Duration **
Dates: Monday 21.7.2025 – Sunday 27.7.2025
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Location: 146 Kvartsittveien, 9842 Tana, Norway
https://www.purelifestyle.no
Organized by Rising Tide – The Shamanic Artist Collective
** Shamanic lifestyle **
Shamanism is about strengthening your connection to nature and the natural cycles of life. It’s a broad concept rooted in diverse cultures, emphasizing harmony with nature and understanding your role within the ecosystem.
Shamanic Nature Retreat creates a nurturing space for you to reconnect to yourself, nature, and indigenous wisdom. This all invites you for deeper reflection.
While rituals are often associated with shamanic traditions, they are not part of this retreat. We go beyond that, and help you to learn and take away practical knowledge.
We will explore the philosophical, cultural and historical roots of shamanism and tangible practices that can enrich your everyday life.
** Instructors **
Jungle Svonni – Shaman, Shamanic lifestyle lecturer
Roosa Okano – Meditation guide, present-moment practices
Krisztina Jónás – Yoga teacher, focusing on body-mind-spirit connection
Anu Tiinonen – Traditional sauna and herbal treatments
Diinu Bouras Ohvo – Shamanic food therapy
** Location **
The Shamanic Nature Retreat takes place in Northern Norway, in the authentic village of Austertana, located 200 km north of Nuorgam. Here, the Arctic Ocean meets mountains and the breathtaking nature of the Tana (Deatnu, Teno) valley. This unique location provides an environment for exploring your inner nature, as well as Arctic nature and indigenous shamanic well-being practices.
The venue is Austertana Krystallen, a retreat center rooted in shamanic and Sámi traditions. This peaceful setting is ideal for self-discovery and spiritual exploration.
Austertana’s raw Arctic beauty comes alive under the midnight sun in July, with blooming nature and endless daylight. The gentle mountains offer hiking trails leading to breathtaking views, perfect for moments of reflection and wonder.
Address: 146 Kvartsittveien, 9842 Tana, Norway
Learn more about the Shamanic Nautre Retreat location here: https://www.purelifestyle.no
** Facilities **
Originally built as an elderly home, Austertana Krystallen now welcomes travelers as a retreat center while honoring the region’s local and indigenous culture.
12 rooms (2 beds per room), shared spaces, kitchen, and dining area
Indoor running water, toilets, and showers
Nearby sauna facilities with traditional treatments by Anu
A garden with BBQ amenities, overlooking the sea and mountains
Laundry facilities available
** Accommodation **
The following accommodation types are available:
Shared Rooms
12 rooms, each with 2 beds (If you prefer this type of room, please bring your own linens and towels)
Remember to book in advance.
Camping
Pitch your tent in the yard or nearby nature (please note, bring your own gear)
Lavvu (traditional Sámi tent): Provided with reindeer hides— Remember to reserve in advance.
** Food therapy **
Food is an essential part of wellbeing, and also this retreat. We emphasize local, wild and seasonal ingredients, ensuring that the food will nurture mind, body, and soul. All this while being gentle to nature around us.
Breakfast: Self-service, a variety of local Norwegian, Finnish and Sámi breakfast options
Lunch & Dinner: Prepared and enjoyed together, featuring local and seasonal delicacies like Arctic fish, reindeer, berries, mushrooms and wild food. Special dietary needs will be accommodated.
** Schedule **
Retreat’s shamanic practices cover lectures of shamanic philosophy, yoik, hikes and reflective moments in the wilderness, and local and wild food that respects the ecosystem and your body. This all is designed to align you with natural cycles. The practices are complemented by yoga, meditation, Karelian herbal treatments and sauna rituals to support your holistic path to self-discovery.
You are welcome to all activities offered by our instructors. However, attendance is up to what feels natural and inviting for you.
Monday – Arrival Day
14:00 – Lunch
18:00 – Evening yoga
19:00 – Evening meditation
20:00 – Dinner
21:00 – Opening circle for the week
Tuesday to Saturday – Daily Flow
06:00–10:00 – Self-service breakfast
08:00–9:00 – Morning yoga
11:00–12:00 – Guided meditation
12:30–13:30 – Lunch
14:00–19:00 – Rotating activities:
Jungle Svonni’s lectures on shamanism
Hiking in the mountains
Shamanic practices
19:00–20:00 – Dinner
22:00–23:00 – Evening yoga and meditation
Sunday – Closing Day
06:00–10:00 – Self-service breakfast
08:00–9:00 – Morning yoga
11:00–12:00 – Guided meditation
12:30–13:30 – Lunch
14:00–16:00 – Closing circle and farewells
Please note that the schedule is preliminary and may be subject to change. Updates will be communicated to participants in advance.
Listen to Yourself:
While we provide a rich schedule of activities, you are free to follow what feels most meaningful to you.
Whether it’s sitting by the sea or in the mountains listening to the wind, having herbal treatment, diving into a deep conversation with other attendees, or exploring your inner self in solitude, the choice is yours.
This time is for you – to embrace it in a way that supports your well-being and inner growth the most.
** Getting to Austertana **
The journey into the heart of Arctic nature. We are happy to help you to arrange your travels, please do not hesitate to ask!
Here are ways to get here:
• By Plane:
Recommended. Fly to Ivalo Airport in Finland. From there, take a bus to Nuorgam. We arrange car rides to retreat location.
• By Public Transport:
* From Finland: Take a bus to Nuorgam.
* From Norway: Travel by bus to Tana Bru.
* Both cases, we arrange car rides to retreat location.
• By Car:
Drive through scenic landscapes. Use the address 146 Kvartsittveien, 9842 Tana, Norway for navigation.
* From Finland, follow the E75 highway north to Nuorgam and cross the border into Norway. Austertana is located 200 km north of Nuorgam.
* From Norway: follow the E6 north to Tana Bru, then take the Rv98 road towards Austertana. The location is about a 25-minute drive east of Tana Bru.
** Pricing **
Full Week (all-inclusive): €500
Includes accommodation, all meals, and all activities.
Payments can be made in installments, but the full amount must be paid before the retreat (latest by 20.7.2025).
Dates: Monday 21.7.2025 – Sunday 27.7.2025
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
– Day Pass: €100/day
This includes all activities and meals for one day.
– Short Stays (2–4 days):
Contact Diinu Bouras Ohvo to to arrange a custom plan.
>> Discounted price for students, unemployed, and pensioners
>> Full week: €400
>> Day Pass: €70
Payment Details:
Name: Diinu Bouras
IBAN: LT36 3250 0038 6741 1149
BIC: REVOLT21
Bank name & address:
Revolut Bank UAB
Konstitucijos ave. 21B, 08130, Vilnius, Lithuania
Please note that dogs are present on the retreat.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Diinu Ohvo +358 44 9291255
Warmly welcome!
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