(No availability) 7 Day Cleanse Your Body and Mind Yoga Retreat in Tzununá, Lake Atitlán

Sample daily schedule

Your days begin with yoga practice, pranayama (breathing practices), and meditation as a blissful way of starting your day. Followed by a yummy nutritious breakfast buffet, herbal tea, and freshly brewed coffee. After breakfast, it is your time to relax, or explore nearby Maya Villages, except for the hiking day.

Lunch is served at 1:30 p.m. at the outdoor café overlooking the Lake Atitlán and gardens.

In the afternoon, you will attend inspiring workshops, lectures, and classes.

Sample of afternoon activities

• Ayurveda introduction and personalized analysis of body type to help detoxify and understand various habits
• Organic coffee and oil scrub body cleanse
• Mind detox with dynamic meditations
• Cleanse, detox, and reborn during a ceremony in traditional Maya temazcal (sweat lodge)
• Yin yoga sessions to release stuck emotions and tension knots
• Working on energy flow through acupressure techniques

The retreat starts with an opening ceremony on Sunday afternoon and ends after breakfast on Saturday.

Yoga

The Doron Yoga method (based in Ashtanga from primary through third series) blends yin and yang, core work, strengthening, and deep stretching. Classes offer challenging poses and sequencing, but the flow is slow, mindful, and focused.

Be ready for a great workout and lots of laughter, plus tips and teachings to help you advance rapidly.

Release the tension in your muscles, joints, and your mind, connect, explore, and let go of stored fears and emotions through Yin yoga sessions.

Meditation

Improve your mental health thanks to tips and techniques regarding meditation. Learn Tibetan meditation techniques to reduce stress reduction and relax profoundly your mind and body. Dissolve whatever is blocking your meditation via dynamic meditation sessions.

You will be taken on an exciting trek among the Lake Atitlán hills. The views are breathtaking and you will have some time to swim in the pristine water of Lake Atitlán.

Doron Yoga & Zen Center is an eco-conscious yoga resort located in the breathtaking surroundings of Lake Atitlán. The welcoming home is situated in Tzununá (translates to Land of the Hummingbird) which rests amongst the many exceptionally unique villages surrounding the lake.

Tzununá is the perfect spot for reconnecting with yourself as it is one of the quietest villages around, populated mainly by Mayan locals. Amongst the various reasons that make the location special is the Tzununá River that runs through the garden with many meditations spots by it.

The main yoga shala sits along the Tzununá River, allowing for the sound of water to flow softly and soothingly into your daily practices.

Additionally, when keen on visiting the neighboring villages, you may relax knowing that you are only one short boat or tuk-tuk ride away! The closest village to Tzununá is San Marcos La Laguna, which is very popular amongst tourists.

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Three vegetarian/vegan meals will be served each day. They source many of the ingredients from their very own organic gardens and locally source what the permaculture cannot supply.

The food they serve is prepared with love, passion, and attention to detail. The menu is created under the guidance of the founder and director, who is also a trained chef and certified nutrition consultant, it is designed to give optimal plant-based nutrition and high energy whilst inspiring a gastronomical journey aimed to nurture body, mind, and soul. Each meal is substantial, varied, and nourishing to energize you through your retreat journey.

The daily offerings have an international inspiration, mixing traditional Guatemalan fare with Doron’s Mediterranean touch. Meals are made from fresh produce and to the greatest extent possible, food is organic and locally sourced, sometimes from their own garden. Gluten-free and vegan diets can be accommodated upon request. Snacks are available throughout the day.

You will get a great balance of raw food, cooked food (with healthy oils), fermented foods, healthy sauces, homemade jams, and peanut butter, homemade granola, baked sourdough bread, freshly made tortillas, signature pizza from the clay oven, and so much more.

You will also get to enjoy the detoxifying power of Kombucha provided to you in shots every morning prior to breakfast. Here you will learn about your body type due to the ancient Ayurvedic dosha system, understand your nutritional needs and how to eat and think clean.

The goal is simple: to let mother nature’s cuisine shine with all the exciting tastes, textures, vibrant colors, and pure flavors.

The spacious openness of Lake Atitlán and the powerful energy of Mayan culture invite you to enjoy the magic of Guatemala. Lake Atitlán is an internationally recognized spiritual center hosting multiple holistic and spiritual retreat destinations.

Available activities

• Walk/hike around Tzununá, through the mountains, or to nearby villages
• Swim in the lake or chill out on the dock with breathtaking volcanic views
• Stand up paddle boarding or kayaking
• Waterfall hike (seasonal)
• Hike The San Pedro Volcano (with guide)
• Join a coffee tour
• Hike to the peak of Indian Nose for a sunrise magic
• Venture by boat or tuk-tuk to one of the neighboring towns and shop for traditional crafts; enjoy sightseeing in these unique Maya villages

Doron Yoga is lucky to work with some of the most highly demanded massage therapists around the lake. Ensure your time with them by adding on your massages in advance. Enjoy an hour and a half of bliss amid the banana and avocado trees for an additional 65 USD and customize your massage to meet your needs.

• 6 nights accommodation
• 3 vegetarian/vegan meals daily in the outstanding Buddha Café
• Coffee with breakfast and tea throughout the day
• Unlimited herbal tea and filtered water
• Fresh smoothies and juices with meals
• Wi-Fi connection
• Daily yoga classes
• Daily meditation classes
• Daily pranayama classes
• Specialized afternoon workshops and sessions
• Hike/trek with a guide
• Group activities: River cleansing, hike, fire ceremony
• Only at the center: Traditional Maya cleansing ceremony
• Time to explore the beauty and culture of Lake Atitlán
• Parking
• Pre and post-retreat support from the Doron Yoga team
• Cleansing Kombucha shots every morning
• Sacred Maya cacao ceremony and zen dance
• Tips and tricks to advance your yoga practice and integrate the yoga lifestyle into your life off the mat
• Time to explore the distinct and charming towns of Lake Atitlán

• Transportation to and from the airport (can be arranged for a fee)
• Optional tours and excursions
• Additional snacks and beverages from our Buddha Cafe
• Laundry service
• Massage therapy, Spanish classes, and other consultations with their experts
• Stand-up paddle yoga

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 40% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.