Guatamala

Join us on a sacred pilgrimage to the ancient Mayan stronghold of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
Nestled in a landlocked bay on the north shore of this sparkling lake, the Villa Sumaya retreat center is located on 18 acres in the homeland of the indigenous Maya. In this private setting, you will discover a deeply healing environment, an open-air yoga studio, and pristine waters surrounded my majestic landscapes including three spectacular volcanoes. This area is known to locals as “the belly button of the Earth,” and it is in this serene natural setting where yoga can do its best work, grounding your body and uplifting your spirits.

The 5,000 foot altitude of Lake Atitlan and its proximity to the equator offers a semi-tropical paradise often referred to as “the land of eternal spring.” The deep caldera walls of the lake form a powerful inverse vortex to the volcanic mountains and ridges above, creating powerful energies and striking natural beauty in this play of opposites. During your week, you’ll receive daily yoga classes and workshops, healing foods, and sacred Mayan ceremonies. There is plenty of time built in to rest, receive spa services, explore, play, and adventure!

On and around Lake Atitlan, several optional activities and tours are available, including:

• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Diving
• Zip-lining
• Waterskiing
• Boat rides around Lake Atitlan
• Birdwatching
• Hiking the San Pedro Volcano
• Climbing El Pico del Cielo
• A shopping excursion to Panajachel
• Guided village tours to Santiago, San Juan, Santa Catarina, San Antonio, and the Chichicastenango Market

The opportunity to recharge in a natural setting such as this is a true gift from mother earth herself. Let the practice of yoga reflect the vision of your best self in this land of serene mountains and dancing waters.