
Limited uploading and downloading permitted. Laptops–wireless is available in most of our center for a daily or weekly fee.Decaf coffee, decaf black tea, or other special teas if desired - there is no decaf in Guatemala.Dramamine (for car sickness) for the winding roads to Panajachel.Nutribiotic (grapefruit seed extract) tablets–these come highly recommended and can help bad travelers’ stomachs.A flashlight (we sell eco-flashlights in our store).A shawl, sweatshirt, poncho or fleece (one warm thing for cold mornings and evenings).Warm weather clothing for sun protection.A bathing suit, and a cover-up or sarong.
A hat for sun and for chilly nights (we will be at high altitudes of close to 5,000 feet). Let the practice of yoga reflect the vision of your best self in this land of serene mountains and dancing waters. The opportunity to recharge in a natural setting such as this is a true gift from mother earth herself. Guided village tours to Santiago, San Juan, Santa Catarina, San Antonio, and the Chichicastenango Market. On and Around Lake Atitlan, many options and extras are available including: There is plenty of time built in to rest, receive spa services, explore, play, and adventure! During your week, you’ll receive daily yoga classes and workshops, healing foods, and sacred Mayan ceremonies. 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. You will automatically receive a 90-day tourist visa upon entry. Visitors from the USA, Canada, and most European countries do not need visas. If you can’t arrive a day early, don’t worry! I just know that if I had the opportunity to arrive a day early, I would definitely do it*Ī valid passport is mandatory to enter Guatemala. Barcelo is just a short taxi ride from the Airport and Villa Sumaya will pick you up directly from the Barcelo. That way you can wake up on the day the retreat begins, take a morning car/boat ride and feel more rested when you arrive at Villa Sumaya. “Since it’s a 3 hour car ride and a 20 minute boat ride from Guatemala City to Villa Sumaya, if you have the option, you might consider arriving one day early and staying at the Barcelo Hotel near the airport in Guatemala City. Taking into account the travel time to and from the center, we suggest arrivals times morning to early afternoon, and departures after 12 noon. (This may be less or slightly more depending on how many share your shuttle bus). Please budget $50 each way for this service. The shuttle and boat ride will be booked for us by Villa Sumaya. From Panajachel, you will take a short boat ride to the Villa Sumaya Dock. We will collect your flight details and group you together to share private shuttles to Panajachel.
Please plan your flights to arrive in and depart from Guatemala City. Villa Sumaya is located on the shores of Lake Atitlan near the village of Santa Cruz la Laguna.