Lake Atitlan is a haven for creatives and spiritual seekers from around the world, who are drawn by the powerful energy of the lake as well as by the beauty and wisdom of the Mayan people, many of whom still live in their ancestral villages in the area.

This setting in paradise will allow us to be immersed in the ways of the Mayan culture, visit local villages and ancient ruins, explore untouched cloudforests and waterfalls, go paddleboarding, and practice meditation and yoga each day while overlooking one of the world’s most beautiful lakes.

The Mayans have long understood the power of ceremony, and we will experience this power together during our retreat.

• We’ll give offerings in the Mayan fire ceremony, which is intended to facilitate connections with ancestors, spirit guides, and the cosmos.
• We’ll partake of the sacred cacao, which facilitates healing, connection, and self-discovery.
• We’ll drink the tea of the blue lotus to enhance intuition, spiritual wisdom, and connection with the divine.
• We’ll marinate in the vibrations of a sound bath to enhance our connection to our own inner wisdom.

We’ll be nourished for the week by our wonderful hosts at Villa Sumaya, a gorgeous retreat center nestled right on the shores of the lake. They’ll feed us with healthy and delicious food, including vegetables and fruits grown right by the lake, all prepared with love. We’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the lake from our group’s own private yoga shala, where we’ll enjoy our daily practices. We’ll also have access to all of the beauty that Villa Sumaya has to offer, including trails through the cloudforest, a solar-powered hot tub, and many private nooks for journaling, meditation, or simply relaxing.

You’ll leave this retreat feeling nourished and deeply in love with yourself. Your heart will be wide open and filled with love and joy. You’ll be connected with new friends, and you’ll carry with you the memories from one of the most spectacular places on our beloved planet Earth.