Tantra, Shibari & Conscious Love Retreat
Embodied Devotion
20–25 January 2027 ( 5 nights)
INTAAYA, Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia
Is this for you?
You feel that there is more to erotic energy than what you’ve been shown…
You already recognise sexual energy as something powerful, intelligent and sacred…
You’ve been drawn to tantra, Shibari, and conscious intimacy, and prefer spaces that are elevated, intentional, and deeply held …
Then this is for you.
You can come alone or as a couple - and enjoy this life-changing, intimacy-changing 5-night journey. A space to learn the skills that transform how you relate — to your body, your energy, and the way you connect with others
THE EXPERIENCE:
Embodied Devotion is a five-day immersion into intimacy as a practice. You will learn how to work with your breath, presence, ropes and your energy in a way that creates embodied change in how you experience connection, pleasure, and sensuality.
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Shibari is the Japanese art of rope, where one brings the other to the state of blissful surrender through restriction of the body.
In our lens, it is a ritual of trust, attunement, and presence — a sensual dialogue between bodies, breath, and intention. Rope becomes a medium for listening, guiding, and being guided.
What you’ll learn
You learn foundational knots and how to work with rope sensually and consciously, focusing on intimacy first and foremost.Those offering the rope learn the art of guidance, care, and energetic leadership. Those receiving the rope learn how to trust and surrender into sensation, and stay connected to their own experience moment by moment.
How it enhances intimacy:
Shibari creates a deeply embodied sense of surrender on one side, and an equally deep practice of presence and responsibility on the other. It refines trust, sharpens communication without words, and teaches partners how to meet intensity with care rather than force. The result is intimacy that feels grounded, attuned, and profoundly connective — a shared experience that lives in the body long after the rope is removed. -
Tantric practices are rooted in the understanding that the body is not separate from the divine — the body is the temple. In our lens, through Tantric practices we are able to experience intimacy as something sacred and alive, where breath, presence, touch, and movement become pathways to love, freedom, and deep connection. It is a way of relating that honours the body as a vessel for devotion, truth, and ecstasy.
What you’ll learn
You learn simple yet profound practices that cultivate intimacy between two bodies — or devotion within your own. Through breath, intentional touch, gaze, and movement, you learn how to feel more, stay present, and allow energy to move naturally. You discover how states of pleasure and closeness can deepen into something ecstatic and divine, without performance.How it enhances intimacy
Tantric practices bring meaning and depth to connection. Couples who practice this learn how to remain open, attuned, and inspired by one another over time — intimacy becomes a living practice rather than something that grows familiar. This is one of the top secrets of lasting love. -
Masculine and feminine polarity, as we teach it, is not about gender roles or identity, but about energetic qualities that exist within all of us. By understanding these energies you get to learn how to create passion and erotic charge. This is especially potent for long term relationships where polarity naturally dissipates unless nourished.
What you’ll learn
You learn how to embody these energies and shift between them when appropriate and needed.How it enhances intimacy
Polarity brings vitality and magnetism into intimacy. It creates contrast, curiosity, and a sense of being met rather than mirrored. When masculine and feminine energies are allowed to move freely between partners, connection becomes more alive, desire renews itself, and intimacy feels dynamic rather than predictable — a living exchange that continues to evolve over time. -
• How to communicate clearly and stay connected
• How to recognise patterns and shift them in real time
• How to create intimacy that feels grounded, open, and alive
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• How to map and awaken sensitivity in the body
• How to give and receive touch with precision and awareness
• How to influence emotional and energetic states through touch
Apply only if you are ready to
Learn how to surrender into your body, your pleasure, and your deepest desires.
Feel safe to let go completely—held, witnessed, and adored.
Release control and open to deeper states of trust, pleasure, and intimacy.
Expand your capacity for pleasure, intimacy, and erotic presence.
Meet new desires and parts of yourself with curiosity and honesty.
Deepen intimacy with your partner (or with yourself if you come alone) through shared experiences that build trust and devotion.
Learn embodied practices that continue to nourish your relationship beyond the retreat.
Spend five uninterrupted days together — away from roles, routines, and distractions.
Return feeling connected, resourced, and with exciting new intimacy skills.
Couples,
Expect a space to practice surrender in intimacy and reignite the dynamics of polarity in your relationship.
Solos,
Expect a sensual and playful journey into surrender with likeminded people —a chance to explore power, pleasure, and connection in a conscious, luxurious space.
The Location
INTAAYA
Luxury Wellbeing Sanctuary
Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia
Intaaya is a sanctuary of sustainable luxury, offering a serene retreat experience on the cliffs of Diamond Beach, Nusa Penida - one of the most energetically powerful places on earth.
We chose this location not only for its incredible beauty and luxury amenities, but also for its commitment to sustainability. From solar powered off-grid energy to water sourced from the air and rain collectors, Intaaya is an eco-conscious retreat designed for the discerning traveler who seeks both luxury and a deep connection with nature.
Your guides
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Marie Sauvage
Marie Sauvage is a one of the world’s leading Shibari artists. Over the years, her work has evolved into a ritual of mindfulness, subverting traditional power dynamics and making rope art more accessible, especially to women. Her performances emphasize intimacy, trust, and connection rather than the dominant themes of SM culture. For Marie, shibari is both an artistic expression and a collective ritual, reminding people to embrace emotion, pleasure, and deep human connection.
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Mariya Grinina
Mariya is the founder of Feel, a transformational somatic coach, and a tantric love facilitator. She creates immersive experiences that awaken the body and sexual energy, deepen connection to themselves and others, and return to erotic innocence. Her work brings together tantric principles and practices, embodiment, somatic trauma release and integration, and personal development, offering a space where intimacy becomes a path of awareness and spiritual connection, rather than performance.
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Pauline Marie-Antoinette
Pauline is a poet, performer, experience creator, and workshop facilitator. She believes in the transformative power of art and creativity as profound vehicles for change. Through liberating inner journeys, creative ateliers, and sensuality workshops, she invites participants to deepen their intimacy and explore kinks & role-play. Pauline co-creates and facilitates some of the world’s most creative luxurious immersive retreats involving intimacy, sensuality and self-expression.
Accommodation
Patrons Special — Front Row Residence
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A front-row cliff residence with uninterrupted ocean views, designed for two individuals or couples who want to experience this retreat at the highest level of comfort, space, and personalised attention.
Positioned at the very edge of the sanctuary, this is the most expansive and visually striking living space on the property.
You will have:
• A king-size en-suite bedroom
• A large shared living space (with the other Patron(s)) and terrace overlooking the ocean
• Unique front-row positioning with open, uninterrupted views
• Special 1:1 sessions for the experience to be integrated deeper.
• Meet-&-Greet service with round-trip transfers from any of Bali’s central areas (Helicopter can be arranged at additional charge)
• Two 60 min spa treatments per guest
• Daily organic locally sourced gourmet meals, snacks, juices, teas and coffees
This tier is for those who wish to fully immerse in the experience, receive personal sessions with the main facilitators, and support the creation of this space at a deeper level.
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Starting from $19,000 for Half of The Residence (Buying out the entire Front Row Cliff House offer is possible. The details to be discussed on the discovery call)
Ocean Suite - Shared Residency
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A shared suite for those open to a more social experience.
Includes:
• One of the queen-size beds
• Ocean views and private terrace
• Shared occupancy with one other guest
• Meet-&-Greet service with round-trip transfers from any of Bali’s central areas, including public boat transfers
• One 60 min spa treatment per guest
• Daily organic locally sourced gourmet meals, snacks, juices, teas and coffees
You are welcome to join with a friend (please let us know so we can arrange this), or we will thoughtfully pair you with another participant.
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$5,300 (per person)
Ocean Suite - Single Residency
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A private suite designed for one guest.
Slightly more tucked into the sanctuary while still enjoying ocean views and a private terrace, this space offers quiet, comfort, and independence.
Includes:
• Queen-size bed
• En-suite
• Private terrace with ocean view
• Full privacy for one guest
• Meet-&-Greet service with round-trip transfers from any of Bali’s central areas, including public boat transfers
• One 60 min spa treatment
• Daily organic locally sourced gourmet meals, snacks, juices, teas and coffees
There is a second bed is part of the room design but will not be occupied.
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$8,000 - single occupancy, private space; or $11,000 for a couple (*note, the beds here are of Queen Size, which means a rather cozy sleeping arrangement for a couple).
Sanctuary Suite — Private Double
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A spacious and private suite offers most privacy and is ideal for couples. Tucked further away from the front line, it offers ocean view terrace and a serene, private setting.
Includes:
• King-size bed
• Private space for one or two guests
• En-suite
• Beautiful ocean-facing terrace
• Meet-&-Greet service with round-trip transfers from any of Bali’s central areas, including public boat transfers
• One 60 min spa treatment for each guest
• Daily organic locally sourced gourmet meals, snacks, juices, teas and coffees
If you choose to occupy the suite alone, a $1,000 reduction is available.
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$14,000 for two
If you choose to occupy the suite alone, a $1,000 reduction is available.
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
✔ 5 days & nights in Luxury accommodation in the stunning private sanctuary
✔ Workshops in Shibari, Tantra, and Conscious Love
✔ Immersive sensual experiences and wellbeing activities
✔ All-inclusive gourmet meals, curated for sensual nourishment - sourced locally and sustainably (special diets upon request)
✔ Daily wellness juice shots, organic snacks, herbal tea and exceptional, freshly brewed coffee made from the finest local beans
✔ Meet-&-Greet service with round-trip transfers from any of Bali’s central areas, including public boat transfers (Helicopter or private boat transfers can be arranged at additional cost).
✔ Private beach and infinity pool access, as well as unique surroundings of one of the most energetically powerful islands in the world
✔ One 60-minute spa treatment per guest
✔ Digital detox (Starlink Wi-Fi available upon request)
✔An intimate, high-caliber group of like-minded seekers
Optional post-retreat relaxation with us in Ubud
Apply to join the experience:
This retreat is an intimate, curated space. To secure your place, please answer the below questions with honesty and include your preferred accommodation (review here).
If your application is successful, will review your submission and reach out within 3 working days for an interview. Please note, we have only 13 rooms available, and they will be allocated to the most suitable applicants.