an all inclusive retreat

Take a journey through the traditions of Mayan spirituality as you experience a 2-hour traditional fire-cleansing ceremony with a guide in the Sacred Caves of Lake Atitlan. Step inside these mystical caves, used by local Mayans for many centuries, to observe the performance of this holy and powerful ritual by a local shaman. Listen as your guide explains the history and traditions behind the ritual and provides insight into the Mayan calendar system. Before you leave, you’ll have time to admire the gorgeous views of the lake down below.

Observe a mystical Mayan spiritual ceremony inside the Sacred Caves of Lake Atitlan

Discover the history of the Sacred Caves, used by local Mayans for rituals over many centuries

Watch as the traditional Mayan fire cleansing and protection ceremony is performed by a local shaman

Learn about Mayan spiritual beliefs and their unique calendar system

Explore the small town village life and gorgeous scenery of Lake Atitlan during this 5-hour hiking excursion from Santa Cruz la Laguna to San Marcos. During the course of your trip you’ll observe local villagers tending to coffee and corn crops in area farm fields and pass through small Mayan hamlets like San Marcos, Tzununná and Jaibalito. Best of all your hike offers a chance to enjoy the gorgeous scenery of Lake Atitlan and its nearby volcanoes. This Lake Atitlan hiking adventure also covers one-way transfer to the start point, hotel pickup, guide and entrance fees.

Hike from Santa Cruz la Laguna to San Marcos on the shore of Lake Atitlan

Observe local village life as you pass residents tending to farm fields of coffee and corn

Explore Mayan villages including San Marcos, Tzununná and Jaibalito

Enjoy the incredible scenery of Lake Atitlan and nearby volcanoes during your trip

Immerse yourself in the ancient wisdom of the Maya with a transformative experience in a traditional Temazcal sauna, guided by Mayan elders. This sacred steam ceremony cleanses the body and spirit, connecting you to the earth’s energy in a profound way. Following the Temazcal, we’ll share in a ceremonial cacao ritual, honoring the heart-opening properties of cacao as a sacred plant medicine. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, intention, and deep connection, guided by the wisdom and rituals passed down through generations. This is more than an experience—it’s a journey into the sacred traditions of the Maya.