NAFAS
Arabic for “Breath / Spirit". That which is alive.
“BREATH is the bridge which connects life to consciousness, which unites your body to your thoughts.”
our mission
NAFAS was founded with a singular purpose: to transform lives through Transformational Journeys that blend Adventure with Spirituality. Through a unique combination of exhilarating outdoor activities and sacred, time-honored rituals, we empower our tribe to connect deeply with the raw energy of Mother Nature and, more importantly, with themselves. Each journey is designed to awaken the soul, reignite purpose, and offer a profound sense of inner healing.
our dream
We believe the world is in desperate need of a shift in consciousness—one that leads to greater compassion, unity, and sustainability. This global change begins with personal healing. Our dream is to awaken human consciousness, one journey at a time, empowering individuals to heal, grow, and elevate the world around them. By helping each person tap into their own potential, we aim to play our part in creating a more harmonious, purpose-driven world.
we support
At NAFAS, we extend our mission of compassion beyond our retreats. We proudly support BALI Mother & Baby House, a rescue center dedicated to helping neglected pregnant mothers and abandoned children. Through NAFAS Journeys, we contribute to the education and empowerment of these children, believing that they are the future. Our purpose goes beyond personal transformation; it reaches into the very heart of community care and nurturing the next generation.
OUR FOUNDER, WALID ABOULNAGA
NAFAS Journeys was an idea born in 2015. Feeling burnt out and stuck, I found myself on a quest to create purpose in my business and my being. It was my journey to self-discovery that led me to my first experience with breathwork.
The profound insights and depth of healing I experienced transformed my outlook on life. From that day on, I’ve been on a continuous quest to learn everything I can about the breath and its healing powers, so that others can experience their own Transformational Journey as well.
more about walid
“liFe IS SIMPLE when we live WITH freedom & purpose.”
Walid Aboulnaga, founder of NAFAS Journeys, is not only a certified Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator and Shamanic Minister, but above all, he is an adventurer at heart. Over the past two decades, as a serial entrepreneur, Walid has successfully founded and managed businesses across 14 countries in the Middle East and North Africa, overseeing a workforce of over 1,400 employees.
He is a member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) for over 12 years and has held positions on several boards, all while maintaining a deep commitment to helping others achieve their true potential through the power of Breath Awareness and Conscious Breathing.
Walid’s journey into breathwork led him to train with world-renowned breath masters, including Stanislav Grof (Holotropic Breathwork), Wim Hof (Wim Hof Method), Venus Rising (Shamanic Breathwork), and Dan Brule (Breath Mastery), among others. These experiences shaped his philosophy on healing, transformation, and the mind-body connection.
In addition to facilitating breathwork for over 12,000 people in 22 countries, Walid is also a co-author of the #1 Amazon bestseller "The Nature of Change" alongside Linda Star Wolf and "Find Your Voice, Save Your Life." He has been featured in publications such as Forbes, where he authored the article "Shamanism Demystified."
Walid’s passion for spreading knowledge extends to corporations and universities like PwC, Danaher, and NYU, as well as to young minds, introducing breathwork to children and students at schools worldwide. NAFAS Journeys regularly hosts Chapter Retreats and events for international organizations, including the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), offering Forum Retreats and tailored programs.
He currently resides in Bali with his wife and three daughters, where he continues to blend his love for adventure, spirituality, and breathwork to create life-changing journeys for others.