A Retreat

filled with Mayan ancestral teachings, a rainforest, lake experiences and visits to unique archaeological sites.

November 2022

Create a Transcendental Fragment Of Your Life

The Mayan Wellness Retreat offers a personal transformational experience where you will see yourself and the world differently by expanding your perception time and space (Najt), your interaction with others during different periods of your life (past, present, future, transcendental) by applying ancient Mayan knowledge and meditational techniques. Our purpose is for you to experience and gain knowledge of this ancient wisdom so you can incorporate it to your daily life, relationships, and community.

Would you like to experience a deep sense of gratitude for your life, who you are and what you have?
Would you be interested to explore a country that is rich with nature, a fascinating history, and loving people?
Would you like clarity to fulfill your purpose?
Would you like to transcend your life and live powerfully with peace?
Would you be interested in participating in a travel experience that offers you time for self-reflection, self-care and connection with yourself?

The Mayan Wellness Retreat is for you, if you are seeking:

An opportunity for meditation, discovery, gratitude and fun while immersed in nature

A commitment to expand your appreciation for yourself, your relationships and your life's purpose

An experience of self-exploration, self-care, and fulfillment

An opportunity to be of contribution for positive climate impact at a local, regional and national level

An adventure in beautiful parts throughout Guatemala

What To Expect

Itinerary

Download the Mayan Wellness Retreat Schedule

Find Yourself in Guatemala

The Mayan Wellness Retreat will take place in remote and magical locations that include:

Peten, El Remate, Lake Atitlan, and Antigua.

Get Away

What’s included in the retreat?

Airport pickup and dropoff
Ground transportation
Hotels in Guatemala City, Petén, Lake Atitlan and Antigua
National Flight to Peten
Trip to Tikal and Yaxha archeological sites
Trip to Las Azucenas and Mayan Earth Ceremony
Fire Ceremonies

Daily Nutritious Meals
One Reiki Session
3-day Mayan Energy Seminar
Discovery of personal Mayan Nahual
Guided Meditations
Boat Ride to San Juan la Laguna, in Atitlán
Visit to Las Pozas in Machaquilá River

Start Your Journey

Early Bird Special by September 1 - per person

Early Bird - Double Room

$2450 USD /per person

Regular Price: $2550

Bring a friend and share the experience of a lifetime!

Initial Deposit 50% ($260 non-refundable) + one additional payment due by September 15

*Spots are Limited. Prices exclude flights arriving and departing from Guatemala City

Early Bird - Single Room

$2750 USD /per person

Regular Price: $2850

Bring a friend and share the experience of a lifetime!

Initial Deposit 50% ($260 non-refundable) + one additional payment due by September 15

*Spots are Limited. Prices exclude flights arriving and departing from Guatemala City

Mayan Wellness Retreat 2022

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"Without a doubt, it will be interesting to know where we come from, but it is more important to realize that we are part of everything, even though if we are a small particle in the immense Universe, we are all sons and daughters of the same source, and our destiny is united to that of the CREATION. Each person has also a role and a destiny to fulfill, so therefore each fragment of our existence is transcendental."

Don Isidro

Mayan Wisemen

"I highly recommend the Mayan Wellness Retreat. I joined the 3 night retreat at Lake Atitlan where I learned about the Mayan Energies from Maria Quezada as well as unblocking my Chakras.

This was a life changing experience for me as I now are in the stage of my life where I want to be awaken and connected with nature and serve my fellow women and children in Guatemala and let go of ideas and behaviors that do not serve me any longer. After over 30 years in the banking industry in California, I decided to retire and move to Guatemala. I have 2 beautiful daughters and 7 amazing grandchildren.

Thank you dear Abigail for sharing this life changing experience with me."

Gilda Pettit

MBA

Meet your hosts

Maria Isabel Quezada

Mayan Energy Master

Maria Isabel Quezada, Mayan Energy Master, is an experienced Transpersonal Psychologist with a profound connection to the Mayas and their wisdom as Time Keepers. In her personal path Maria also experienced Inka teachings: the Earth Keepers.

As a doble teacher, she works in a time-space union (Najt) to expand the individual’s perception of possibilities, generating meaningful spiritual experiences. She is also president and member of several Educational Foundations and promotes rural education in Guatemala.

Dr. Asal Azizoddin

Gratitude Coach

Dr. Asal Azizoddin is a trained oncology pharmacist and gratitude coach, who is committed to inspiring and motivating people to express gratitude and share kindness with others. While working closely with cancer patients during their journey of battling cancer, she learned that showing appreciation with the people around us is at the core of the human experience.

With the focus on human connection and living life through a lens of Gratitude, she has further committed her efforts to leading meaningful experiences and partaking in speaking engagements such as the TEDx platform. During the Gratitude workshops she leads, participants tap into a mindset of gratitude, are inspired, experience connection through sharing, and most importantly participate in a memorable event with others. She is excited to meet you all.

Adriane Kim Hosking

Reiki Master Healer

Adriane Kim Hosking is a woman who carries many roles to impact the world in a positive light. As a wife, mother and nana, she is committed to leading her family as a powerful female figure and being a source of love and light. Her professional experiences range from being Reiki Master and Reading Teacher with a background in Archeology, which are tied to the type of care and spirituality she offers to those who she serves. In partnership with her husband, Scott Hosking, they are committed to leaving a legacy to give back internationally to communities in need with a focus on child education; this work is found through being one of the founders of the Stones of Light Education Foundation and being a Guardian of Good Always. She is looking forward to connecting with you all.

Supporters

Javier Esquivel

Las Azucenas Reforestation Owner/Manager

Scott Hosking

Managing Member of Good Always & Stones of Light Education Foundation

Abigail Ortega

Las Azucenas Guardian at Granafort

José Román Carrera

Conservation Superhero at Rainforest Alliance

Alain Romero

Granafort Founder and Las Azucenas Guardian

Partnerships

The Mayan Wellness Retreat is hosted by Granafort x The GratitudeGram

After a long hike in the Pacific Palisades, Alain and Asal, the founders of Granafort and The GratitudeGram created the possibility of collaborating on an exclusive Mayan Wellness Retreat in Guatemala. The Mayan Wellness Retreat will take place in remote and magical locations that include Peten, El Remate, Lake Atitlan, and Antigua. The curators of this one-of-a-kind retreat value self-care, exploration, education, gratitude, and sustainability efforts with nature.

Granafort, an international organization focused on sustainable investments in agriculture and the communities that sustain them, is a supporter of a local project in Guatemala– Las Azucenas. At Las Azucenas, high grade tropical hardwoods are cultivated with the results of ecosystem regeneration. This designated area is also a habitat of restoration for over 200 species on the verge of extinction, and it employs over 150 Qʼeqchiʼ Mayan families from the neighboring town of Concoma, Guatemala. The impacts of this initiative are multiple, and with the partnership of the Good Always and the Stones of Light Education Foundation, each 10,000 trees purchased supports one year of education for at least 1,000 children through the foundation.
In addition to community impact, this retreat ensures participants are given opportunities of self-care and personal development through The GratitudeGram, a wellness company based on fundamental values of human connection, kindness, positivity and inspiration. The GratitudeGram takes part in the daily programming of this retreat to ensure participants are given opportunities for self-reflection, human connection and the experience of being in a state of gratitude.

We are inviting a limited number of guests to this transformational wellness retreat to further immerse in the cultural legacy and energetic practices of the Mayan. Guided by world-renowned practitioners, we will visit Mayan historical sites, pristine lakes, and islands, learn about the Mayan calendar, familiarize ourselves with our individual Mayan energies, engage in daily gratitude journaling, practice restorative breath and movement through yoga, and many more adventures that bring peace and joy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to contact the trip organizers for any additional questions?

Please email us directly at mayanwellnessretreat@gmail.com and someone from our team will get back to you in 1 to 2 business days.

What is the best way to book my flight?

The Mayan Wellness Retreat has relations with a travel agency. Participants will receive a concierge service and work directly with Mojgan, our travel agent, to book all flights. Please email Mojgan directly at mojgan@advancetravel.info for any questions pertaining to your flight travels.

What are the physical demands of the trip (specifically the tour)?

The physical demands of the trip is for someone who is moderately fit to fit. Climbing pyramids is considered a moderate to vigorous intensity activity. Participants can choose if they want to climb the pyramids or not. The rainforest is humid, we will provide constant hydration, food and personal attention through our experienced guides and hosts.

What is the wellness focus?

In our retreat, “Wellness” is focused on one self. Everything that will happen will be what is needed and only for what the person is ready to receive. This is how shamanism and energies work. During the retreat, participants will attend the Mayan Energy seminar to further learn about such work and ancient wisdom. You will receive guidance in how to use your learning in your daily life.

Does your trip recommend prior knowledge of chakras, Mayan ceremonies and such?

No knowledge is needed regarding Chakras. Chakras are points of energy and the Chakra system is a system of energies that help you understand your energetic body. There are 13 Mayan Chakras. This information will be extensively covered during the Mayan Shamanic seminars.

What are the sleeping arrangements for the retreat?

Sleeping arrangements are in double bedrooms, where there will be 2 participants per room. Participants will be asked to fill out a form prior to the retreat. The trip organizers will pull information from this form to partner participants together. If you prefer to be in a single room, please email us directly for such accommodations at mayanwellnessretreat@gmail.com. There is an additional cost to single occupancy rooming.

What wellness activities can I expect if I choose not to do the Mayan Sites Wellness section of the retreat?

One can participate in a fire ceremony, meditations, read about your Mayan energy and relax at the hotel. Hotel arrangements provide a relaxing atmosphere for rest as an option.

Will a travel packing list be provided to ensure participants are prepared for the retreat?

Yes! A travel packing list has been created specifically for all of the activities to ensure participants are physically prepared on the trip. This list will also support participants in avoiding over-packing or underpacking, since we are taking a flight from Guatemala City to Flores and traveling by private bus.

Welcome kits are also provided to participants on day 1 of travel.

Is global travel health insurance provided on this retreat?

The retreat is not responsible for global travel health insurance. Please contact your health insurance provider to confirm international coverage is available. Global travel health insurance can also be found at: https://www.allianztravelinsurance.com.

Do I need to wear a mask at all times?

Participants will be asked to wear masks at the discretion of governmental agencies and updates will be provided as we get closer to the travel date. We ask participants to act responsibly to protect the locals and other participants on the Mayan Wellness Retreat.

Are tips included for all service providers?

All tips will be included for service providers and tour guides. This is included in your payment for the retreat.