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Doron Yoga, Sololá Department, Santa Cruz County, Tzununa, Lake Atitlan 07014, Guatemala
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Yoga and Spanish Immersion Retreat Guatemala
HOLA! Spend two weeks living in the abundant natural beauty of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, taking care of body and mind - Practice yoga, meditation, and pranayama in the morning, and then enjoy one one-on-one private Spanish class with qualified teachers. This retreat is a perfect balance of studying Spanish living in a stunning retreat center, eating healthy delicious food, and practicing awesome yoga with the best view. You get everything quality, peaceful, and inclusive.
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Doron
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Highlights
- 30 hours of private, one-on-one Spanish Classes (Official teachers from the Spanish Institute)
- Daily morning yoga practice including pranayama and meditation
- Stunning yoga hall with panoramic views of Lake Atitlan and the volcanoes
- 13 nights accommodation
- 3 delicious vegetarian meals served daily
- Filtered water, herbal tea, and coffee (included at breakfast only)
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
12 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Spanish
Airport transfer available:
La Aurora International Airport (US$ 125 per person)
La Aurora International Airport (US$ 125 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
14:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
You will be accommodated at Doron Yoga. The rooms are beautiful, artistic, and charming. All accommodations are eco-friendly, built for comfort and safety, and have comfortable beds, traditional bed covers, windows, and a mix of local and Western styles. Many rooms have original art hanging or painted on the wall. It is a very special experience. Showers have hot water.
Amenities
- Environmentally friendly practices
- Lush permaculture, organic, tropical forest and gardens
- Serene river with chill areas to meditate
- The Buddha Cafe – our friendly communal dining space
- Yummy snacks, kombucha and gifts for sale
- Special nutrition requests are accommodated
- Ample hammocks and chair swings
- Beautiful yoga shala with stunning views
- Free Wi-Fi in the Buddha Cafe, accessible only in some rooms.
- Daily room cleaning (private rooms)
- Clean, bright linens and room decor
- Laundry service (extra fee)
- Temazcal (Mayan Sauna) (extra fee)
- Private Spanish lessons with exceptional teachers (extra fee)
Casa Lotus 2 / Feliz 3 – Shared Space:
We have two lovely and spacious dormitories that sleep 5 to 6 people and share the bathroom area. They have nice beds with local traditional Mayan bed covers, nightstands, shelves, and other storage places. They emanate a rustic, cozy arts feeling.
Casa Feliz 1 and 2 / Lotus 1-Shared Space:
We have three private rooms with shared bathrooms. These rooms are unique and have their own wall-painted art. There are 3 toilets, 2 showers, and 2 sinks, separate from one another, so there is never a wait time.
Casa Amor:
We have three beautiful cabins with ensuite bathrooms, a little deck with hammocks and chairs, a lawn in front, gardens, and gorgeous lake views. Special rooms with a unique creative energy. Bathrooms have locally sourced slate for the showers, hand-carved mirrors, and bamboo and wood elements throughout the room. Rooms are dry-walled for client comfort and keeping them sealed. Local hand-crafted furniture and orthopedic beds are brilliant additions for superb comfort.
Casa Ananda:
Deluxe rooms with en-suite bathrooms, original artwork, slate showers, a deck with hammocks, a garden and some lake views. Roof top for Spanish classes and chill out when not in use. Unique mixture of modern, boutique eco-chic comfort with an artsy vibe.
Our yoga shala (practice space) has a beautiful cypress wood dance floor, wall-to-roof glass windows, and bamboo pillars. The beauty is in the intricate details. The place is kept clean and has a wonderful vibe to it. The cane, cypress, pine, and rocks used in the construction are locally sourced and local community workers built each house with care. Permaculture principles are followed to ecologically enhance the quality of the construction, garden, and design functionality of the center.
The Buddha Café is a wonderful meeting place. It hosts a large deck with various seating options, a lake view, nutritious, delicious veggie food, and best of all – great company. Travelers meet to share stories and experiences, a cup of tea, and a hug. Wi-Fi available.
Relax while surrounded by the soothing sound of the babbling river that flows through the Doron Yoga grounds and views of Lake Atitlan, its volcanoes, mountains, gardens, coffee, avocado, and banana trees.
Program
Yoga
Yoga classes are equally focused on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness—a healthy balance of challenge with a joyful mindset. Detailed instructions for advancing your practice are shared, and assistance is offered. Yoga practice at Doron Yoga is nothing short of uplifting, inspiring, and transformative.
Spanish Lessons
- 30hrs of Private Spanish Classes (Official teachers from the Spanish Institute).
- Study one-on-one private classes with local teachers. The fastest and most enjoyable way to progress.
- Learning to speak Spanish – or improving your fluency – will boost your professional and social life.
- Our teachers are all native Spanish speakers. They have received extensive training and have many years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language.
- Speaking Spanish, if only on a basic level, will make traveling to a Spanish-speaking country so much more enjoyable! Not only will you be able to deal with standard situations much more efficiently, but you will also communicate more easily with the people you meet and learn about the country, its culture, and customs.
- Boost your memory skills and rejuvenate your brain cells by learning a new language.
- Study on our rooftop terrace overlooking our gardens and breathtaking views of Lake Atitlan and the volcanoes
Join us for an unforgettable time of studying, relaxation, fun, and connection in the lush nature of Lake Atitlan!
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A GROUP RETREAT. You will most likely have other guests at the center doing some form of retreat, Spanish immersion, wellness, or others. However, since the dates are flexible, it is not a set group retreat.
Sample Program:
- 07:00 Yoga, Meditation, and Pranayama
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 - 13:00 Daily Spanish Session: Private class 3hrs
- 13:00 Lunch
- Free time to relax, enjoy the gardens, book a tour, or rejuvenate with our Massage Offerings
- 18:30 Dinner
*Should you want to extend your stay with us, please let us know! We will be more than happy to have you continue to be a member of our wonderful community. Inquire within*
Instructors
Doron Hanoch
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Purpose-driven teacher and leader with over 20 years of experience, creating holistic and inclusive classes and workshops that support momentum toward living authentically. He is skilled in teaching mindfulness, meditation, yoga, workshops, and leading retreats and conferences. As a trained chef, nutrition consultant, and retreat founder, Doron supports wellness and yoga entrepreneurs in building successful programs and establishments. Author of 6 books, always a student and a teacher. He is a lifelong Yogi, balancing East and West, traditional and modern science.
Retreat location
Doron Yoga is a spiritual eco-village based on permaculture principles with touches of Zen. It manifests the power and energy of the magnificent Lake Atitlan, which is viewed majestically from its grounds, with volcanoes framing it so perfectly.
We may just have one of the most beautiful yoga spaces in the world, consisting of a huge cypress, floating wooden floor, surrounded by large glass sliding doors, bamboo pillars, and jaw-dropping views. High ceilings of bamboo with extra insulation keep the temperatures perfect year-round. It is a temple sitting along the Tzununa River, allowing the sound of water flow to calm and soothe softly.
We are part of the Mayan village of Tzununa in Guatemala. Located 10 min walk from Lake Atitlan, set in the valley with a river flowing through our grounds. Hammocks hang by the river and in the gardens and paths are paved with local stone, and the Buddha Café offers a place to rest, connect with new friends, read, and have some delicious food (much of it from our organic gardens), homemade snacks (bliss balls, black bean brownies, muffins), kombucha, and ginger beer.
Permaculture principles are followed to ecologically enhance the quality of the construction and design functionality of the center. We grow coffee, bananas, avocados, lettuces, beans, yams, radishes, herbs, and around 30 other fruits and vegetables (Yum, guacamole!).
We have a beautiful fire ceremony circle under the grand Jocote tree (which you may want to climb). We built a natural, large, ceremonial-grade sauna to help with detoxing and cleansing. We offer massages and can organize tours around the lake for you.
We’ve built the Doron Yoga on high-frequency vibration land. We are sure you will feel it as you come to stay with us. As one guest stated: ‘enter’ doesn't seem to be the most fitting word- maybe something like ‘dream village’ or ‘yoga farm’ or ‘riverbank Zen oasis’. I smile just to think of it.”
By staying with us, you contribute to the local community and the environment, as we hire locals to improve the overall village sustainability and reduce environmental impact. "For it is in giving what we receive."
Lake Atitlan
Visit Lake Atitlan, formed by a gigantic volcanic eruption that occurred thousands of years ago, which is home to a primarily indigenous community. The local Mayans say that Lake Atitlan is the “bellybutton of the world,” and unique energy fields run through the area. Whether you feel the vibes or not, there’s no denying the lake is a special place.
The lake is ringed by a series of villages, each with its own characteristics. Explore San Pedro, San Juan, and San Marcos during your free time! The spacious openness of Lake Atitlan and the powerful energy of Mayan culture invite you to enjoy the magic of Guatemala.
Lake Atitlan is an internationally recognized spiritual center hosting multiple holistic and spiritual retreat destinations.
Unique features
Activities
- Temazcal
General
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Special menu request
- Yoga shala
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Three nourishing vegetarian meals served daily. Our menu is a mix of Guatemalan and whole-foods, influenced by the Mediterranean diet, made from fresh local organic produce. Each meal is substantial, varied, and nourishing to energize you through your practices without leaving you feeling too heavy.
We offer a healthy balance of raw, cooked, and fermented foods, homemade sauces, condiments, and jams, fresh baked sourdough bread, tortillas, and pizza from the clay and wood-burning pizza oven.
Snacks are homemade from wholefoods with very little sweetener. Try our chocolate chip banana muffins, vegan power superfood-rich bliss balls (made with local Mayan raw cacao), vegan black bean brownies, or enjoy one of our refreshing drinks: kombucha or probiotic ginger.
Note: Be mindful of food and water hygiene, as travelers’ sickness is not uncommon in Guatemala, which can be quite challenging when embarking on a yoga program. Bring some grapefruit seed extract and daily maintenance of seven to eight drops in water or juice, or any other supplement that suits you.
Please bring protein bars or other supplementation if you’re used to high-protein diets or meat diets.
This yoga retreat is vegetarian-friendly
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Coffee or tea with breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner with herbal tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organizer when making a reservation.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
At your own cost
- Excursions
- Extra snacks and beverages
- Transportation (we can organize private transportation for a fee)
- Additional classes and massage therapies or other consultations / workshops with experts that are not already included in your package
Spa treatments
Massage and holistic treatments
Fabulous massage therapists they work with, mostly Guatemalans. Experience their magic hands and presence. Highly recommended at least once a week.
60 min or 90 min massage
What's included
- 13 nights accommodation
- Morning yoga class
- 30-hours private Spanish instruction
- Pranayama and breathing exercises
- Meditation
- Tips and tricks on mastering yoga
- Daily vegetarian meals
- Filtered water, herbal tea, and coffee (included at breakfast only)
- Guided meditations, programs, and workshops
- Locally-sourced food, cooked from scratch with quality ingredients
- Time to explore the distinct and charming towns of Lake Atitlan
- Hammocks and chill out benches and spots around the property
What's not included
- Excursions
- Extra snacks and beverages
- Transportation (we can organize private transportation for a fee)
- Additional classes and massage therapies or other consultations/workshops with experts that are not already included in your package
How to get there
Recommended Airports
GUA
La Aurora International Airport
78 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 125 per person
The journey is part of the process. Check-in is until 6pm. Please make sure you give yourself enough time to arrive by 6pm. If your flight lands in Guatemala City after 2pm, please consider spending the night in Guatemala City or Antigua and traveling to the Center in the morning.
Arrival by shuttle
- Shared shuttles stop in Antigua on the way to Panajachel, the gateway town to Lake Atitlan. (~4.5 hrs)
- Private car will take you directly to Panajachel with stops as requested. (~3.5 hrs) Please email us at info@doronyoga.com if you would like us to arrange a private car and private boat for you.
Arrival by airplane
- Book your flight to arrive at La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Take a public shuttle or private car to the town of Panajachel at Lake Atitlan.
- From Panajachel, arrive at Tzununa (our village) by taking the boat (lancha) in the direction of San Marcos (Tzununa is one stop before San Marcos). You can take a boat from San Marcos or San Pedro as well (the last boat is at 5:30pm)
- In Tzununa, take a tuk-tuk from the dock to Doron Yoga – tuk-tuk drivers know where we are. Note that if you are arriving at night tuk-tuks will likely not be available.
Airport: La Aurora International Airport
Airport transfer available:
La Aurora International Airport (US$ 125 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 15% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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