8 Day Non-Residential Atitlán Awakening in Sololá, Guatemala
Guatemala Meditation Retreat
Come and join eight days of radical clarity and inner freedom at the world’s most beautiful lake. Nestled between majestic volcanoes and the deep blue of magical Lake Atitlán lies a sanctuary for this extraordinary week. Far from the noise of the modern world, Guatemala provides the perfect backdrop to leave daily life behind and realign your focus.
Key information
- Format: Full-day
- Total duration: 8 days
- Address: Villa Sumaya in Santa Cruz La Laguna, Guatemala
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Highlights
- Daily Satsang with guided meditation, silence, and self-inquiry
- Morning yoga sessions overlooking Lake Atitlán
- Immersion in a volcanic lakeside setting surrounded by nature
- Open group atmosphere for reflection and meaningful exchange
- Designed for mental clarity, calm, and inner reset
- Balanced daily rhythm of practices, rest, and integration
Yoga styles
8 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Accommodation is at your own expense. You can choose to stay at Villa Sumaya and the fee should be paid directly to the venue (per person per day with full-board meals).
- Single room: 245 USD
- Double room: 170 USD
- Triple room: 155 USD
- Single bungalow: 235 USD
- Double bungalow: 185 USD
Program
Surrounded by lush, tropical nature, you harness the powerful tranquillity of this location for Satsang - guided meditation, silence, and space for your questions. Here, you will encounter a clarity that often remains hidden in ordinary life. It is an invitation to directly experience your own essence - powerful, vibrant, and free from the weight of everyday life.
- Daily Satsang and guided meditation: Clear your mind and recognize your true nature in the direct presence of Madhukar
- Morning yoga by the lake: Begin each day with a grounding, revitalizing practice overlooking the blue water
- Volcanic landscape and lakefront living: Stay directly on the shores of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by the volcanoes San Pedro, Tolimán, and Atitlán
- Open and interactive atmosphere: Engage in meaningful exchange within a group of like-minded participants
- Easter at Lake Atitlán: Use the unique timing of Easter for a natural reset and new orientation
Benefits
- Experience deep mental clarity and a quieter, more focused mind
- Access a sense of inner ease and stability, independent of circumstances
- Reconnect with nature, your body, and your own rhythm
- Enjoy high-quality vegetarian cuisine in a nourishing environment
- Be part of an international group with a shared intention
- Return home restored, clear, and reoriented
Why this retreat is different
Lake Atitlán is not just a beautiful location - it has a presence of its own. The combination of vast water, surrounding volcanoes, and tropical nature creates a setting that naturally supports clarity and inner stillness. Together with Madhukar’s direct approach, this becomes more than a retreat. It is a clear, grounded, and real experience of what it means to step out of mental noise and reconnect with what matters. No isolation, no pressure - just the right environment for insight, reset, and a renewed sense of life.
Satsang
Twice daily with Madhukar (guided meditation, silence, and direct inquiry).
Yoga
Daily morning yoga - a gentle and grounding start to support the body.
Pace
Clear and present - a natural balance of depth and ease.
Best for
Those seeking clarity, inner freedom, and a direct experience beyond the mind.
Schedule
- Morning yoga
- Satsang
- Time for rest and integration
- Evening Satsang
Instructors
Madhukar
Madhukar is a leading authority on meditation and an internationally renowned master of the ancient Indian Advaita. He has helped already countless people to find inner peace and happiness, through his Enlighten Life Retreats across the world. His unique teaching enables people not only to meet all the challenges of modern 21st-century life but to awaken to their true potential. Madhukar has been hosting retreats worldwide for more than 20 years.
Retreat location
This retreat is hosted at the exquisite Villa Sumaya Retreat Center, situated directly on the shores of Lake Atitlán. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and offering uninterrupted views of the majestic volcanoes, this sanctuary provides a unique harmony of serenity, beauty, and comfort.
What's included
- Activities as scheduled
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation
- Meals
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
La Aurora International Airport
74 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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