Change Your Path
Step Away. Come Back Changed.
Sometimes the smallest breaks spark the biggest shifts. Navaia’s retreats and mini-adventures offer a powerful reset—outdoors, off-grid, and on your terms.
Why Change Your Path
A Little Time. A Lot of Insight.
You don’t need to cross an ocean to change your life. Sometimes a weekend is enough.
Navaia’s retreats and mini-adventures are crafted for those who want more than a holiday—they want a shift. Whether you’re burned out, uninspired, or simply curious, these experiences offer space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.
You’ll return not only refreshed—but reoriented.
Why it works
Adventure is good for your brain. Science says so
Here's why:
You become more resilient under pressure - Psychologist Dr. Paul Stoltz introduced the Adversity Quotient (AQ)—a measure of how well we deal with challenge. AQ isn’t fixed, and adventures are one of the most effective ways to build it. Facing uncertainty outdoors strengthens your ability to adapt and persevere in real life.
Nature rewires your brain - A Stanford University study (Bratman et al., 2015) showed that walking in natural environments reduces activity in the part of the brain associated with anxiety and negative thinking. Time in nature improves mood, cognition, and emotional regulation.
You become more creative and focused - According to Dr. David Strayer, three days immersed in nature can increase creativity by 50%. Known as the “three-day effect,” this reflects how nature restores attention and clears mental clutter.
You build belief in yourself - Drawing on Bandura’s theory of self-efficacy, Belinda Kirk explains how successfully overcoming physical and emotional challenges—no matter how small—builds confidence and personal agency. That belief stays with you long after you’ve returned home.
"Adventure trains you for life. It strengthens courage, connection, and confidence—in ways nothing else does." – Belinda Kirk, Adventure Revolution
Retreat or mini-adventure
You choose the energy. We hold the space.
Some breaks are made for slowing down. Others are for speeding up. That’s why Navaia offers both:
Retreats – Gentle, reflective, and restorative. Ideal if you’re overwhelmed, fatigued, or seeking stillness.
Mini-Adventures – Active, fast-moving, and energising. Perfect if you’re stuck, restless, or ready to shake things up.
Whichever you choose, you’ll be guided, supported, and immersed in nature with others on the same journey.
Four ways to Change Your Path
Choose the adventure that calls to you.
Drop anchor. Watch the tide. Let the sea slow you down.
Sail the edge. Feel the flow. Return lighter than you left.
Learn to sail your own adventure
Cairngorm Crossing – Coming Soon
Walk deep into the Highlands. Camp wild. Let the silence do its work.
Beacons Breakaway – Coming Soon
Ride the ridgelines. Sleep under stars. Find freedom in the flow
What you can expect
Small groups. Big impact.
Each retreat or mini-adventure includes:
A 2–5 day immersive experience
Expert facilitation and group support
Time for reflection, silence, and conversation
Shared meals, campfire connection, and nature immersion
Optional physical challenges—tailored to your energy
All gear provided
No experience needed—just curiosity, honesty, and a willingness to step out of your routine.
