October 31 – November 7, 2026 · Lake Atitlán
A seven-night retreat
Step into the living traditions of the Maya. Across seven nights on the shores of Lake Atitlán, you'll explore the fundamentals of ancestral Maya life — cosmology, the sacred calendar, ceremony, food, story and nature — guided by Tz'utujil spiritual guide Thomas and your host Sofia. A journey of deep rest, genuine cultural exchange, and remembering a wisdom the Maya have never stopped living.
The journey
Seven nights of ceremony, cosmology, food, story and nature — woven together by guides who carry these traditions in their bones.
Maya cosmology & sacred-calendar instruction
Personal nahual discovery — a private one-on-one reading with Thomas
The 13 foundational & 20 daily energies
Traditional sacred-fire ceremony
Backstrap-loom textile demonstration
Traditional Maya food demonstration & cooking class
Daily movement & meditation
Sound-healing journeys
Guided nature immersion & a day trip to San Juan
Your guides
Maya Tz'utujil spiritual guide
Immersed in the ancestral teachings of his people since childhood, Thomas guides in Maya cosmology, the sacred calendar, the nahuales and traditional ceremony — weaving ancient wisdom together with plant medicine and energetic healing. He offers each guest a personal one-on-one nahual reading.
Wellness practitioner, chef & retreat host
Founder of Club Ven Acá in 2007 and host of Villas del Carmen, Sofia has spent nearly two decades on Lake Atitlán. With Anusara and Yandara yoga certifications, Foundation Training and culinary study at Living Light, she serves as chef, movement instructor, sound healer and cultural bridge.
Is this for you?
You long to visit Guatemala with trusted, grounded guides
You've read the Popol Vuh or felt drawn to the Maya calendar
You need to disconnect from the noise of mainstream life
You feel called to Lake Atitlán's mystery, beauty and depth
You want deep rest, nourishing food, gentle movement and attentive care
Investment
Per person, all-inclusive of programming and meals. Early-bird pricing holds through August 11, 2026.
| Villa | Early bird · Shared | Early bird · Private | Regular · Shared | Regular · Private |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Azul2 bedrooms · 2.5 baths · sleeps 4 · lake view | $1,985 | $2,222 | $2,185 | $2,722 |
| Casa Amarilla2 bedrooms · 2 baths · sleeps 4 · lake views | $2,185 | $2,444 | $2,444 | $3,144 |
| Casa Rosada2 bedrooms · 2 baths · sleeps 5 | On request | On request | On request | On request |
A $600 non-refundable deposit secures your spot and locks in early-bird pricing. Payment plans are available. 7 nights lodging · all meals, coffee & tea · round-trip airport & boat transfers · all workshops, ceremonies & sound healings · a private nahual reading · a guided San Juan day trip · a Maya cooking class · welcome goodie bag. A $600 non-refundable deposit locks in early-bird pricing (through August 11, 2026); payment plans available.
The setting
October 31 – November 7, 2026