Sacred Start Retreat

Lake Atitlán, Guatemala

Start your year with intention and pour your heart into your purpose. Join us for a sacred start February 4th - 9th

We are thrilled to invite you on a 5-night, 6-day intentional retreat at the stunning Lake Atitlán in Guatemala. Rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul where the lush landscapes embrace the crystal-clear waters. Picture yourself in a serene haven, surrounded by majestic volcanoes and vibrant indigenous cultures. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this sacred location, where you can bask in the warm sun, feel the earth beneath your feet, and let the soothing sounds of the lake wash away your stress.

Take a leisurely hike along breathtaking trails that lead you to awe-inspiring vistas, providing a moment of pure connection with nature. Engage in traditional Mayan fire ceremonies and temazcal sweat lodge experiences that will cleanse and renew your spirit. Reinvigorate your senses with yoga and meditation sessions, enveloped by the serene ambiance of the surrounding landscape.

Let’s celebrate the start of the year with intention and a heart full of gratitude. Join us at Lake Atitlán for an unforgettable journey of renewal and connection.

The "Sacred Start" retreat is more than just a vacation; it's an opportunity to reset and realign with your true self. Whether you are seeking solace, inspiration, or connection, this retreat promises to deliver an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling renewed and empowered.

Inclusions

5 nights / 6 days Accommodation at a Eco Chic Property on Lake Atitlán
Daily yoga + meditation practice
Manifestation workshops and intention setting for the year ahead
Mayan Fire Ceremony
Jungle view Yoga Shala
Luscious gardens and walking paths
Yoga mats, blocks and props
3 plant-based meals daily prepared fresh using home-grown herbs, veggies and fruits
Day trip to neighboring towns on Lake Atitlán
Sauna + Natural Plunge Pools
On-site Spa with massage and herbal bath add-on treatments
Roundtrip Shuttle transportation from Guatemala City Airport to Retreat Center on arrival and departure day

*Not included:

Travel Insurance - Highly Encouraged

International Airfare

Spa services

Any additional excursions, though we are happy to help organize them

Property Gratuities (optional)

Meet Your Facilitator

Cat is an E-RYT 500 yoga and meditation instructor, reiki practitioner, sound healer, and plant medicine guide. She intertwines the art of storytelling and kriya into her yoga classes to guide practitioners through a transformative journey on the mat. Drawing from the wisdom of ancient teachings, Cat illuminates the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit fostering a space for self-discovery and growth. Cat is passionate about helping others remember their fullest potential. She is a community maker that brings people together for powerful classes, workshops, retreats, and teacher training programs around the world.
In addition to yoga, Cat loves dogs, dance parties, and making flower crowns. She has a husband, daughter, and three dogs!

Accommodations

The property is filled to the brim with herbal perennials, tropical flowers, and space to sit and connect with plants. The retreat grounds are a wild food forest, full of edibles and medicinals, and winding stone paths. Everywhere you look there is a new path to take and "get lost". Guests are encouraged to forage and enjoy the bountiful harvest.

The property has 4 accommodations onsite that vary in their capacities. All the spaces are beautifully curated and finished so that every guest feels truly at home and comfortable

Zome Home: Single or Double Occupancy, Private Bathroom + Shower, Loft, Wraparound Porch, Lake Views

Honeycomb Cabin: Single or Double Occupancy, Shared Bathhouse + Showers

Riverside Cottage: Single or Double Occupancy, Shared Bathhouse + Showers

The Lodge: Quad Occupancy, Private Bathroom + Shower, Living Room, Crows Nest with Incredible Views

Retreat Vibes

Practice

Enjoy daily yoga asana and meditation sessions in the onsite yoga shala surrounded by nature. Mats and props are available for guests so you won’t need to travel with them!
Explore

Wander through all encompassing gardens. where you will see plants, flowers, trees and medicinal herbs growing in abundance. Guests are welcomed and encouraged to harvest daily from the veggie gardens.
Ritual Ceremony

Fire ceremonies are sacred rituals that involves lighting a fire as an offering for healing, protection, and spiritual guidance. We will gather around the fire to chant, make offerings, connecting deeply with ancient traditions and the energies of the natural world.
Sweat

Enjoy a traditional Temazcal ceremony and daily access to the adobe sweat lodge or sauna on property.
Punge

Head outside and dive into cold plunge pools to kickstart your lymphatic system before returning to the warmth of the sauna again.
Relax

Add-on massage and herbal bath treatments provide the ultimate relaxation experience.