7 Day Semi-Silent Buddhist Meditation & Yoga Retreat in Tayrona, Colombia
Buddhist Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Colombia
Are you seeking more calm, clarity, and connection in your life? Welcome to Senda Loto, a meditation and yoga retreat center in the Sierra Nevada of Colombia, just minutes from the entrance to Tayrona National Park. Inspired by the Buddha’s forest retreats, our sanctuary offers a peaceful space for inner awakening, guided by experienced teachers rooted in authentic practice. But more than that, they’re here to support something deeper: becoming real. Not by adding more—more achievement, more identity, even more “spirituality”—but by gently shedding what no longer serves. The masks, the striving, the subtle ego games. True spirituality reconnects us—to the body, to presence, to the humility that makes love possible. At Senda Loto, we return to what’s essential: stillness, simplicity, and the quiet power of just being fully here.
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Highlights
- 6 meditation classes w shamatha and vipassana instructions
- 6 yoga classes
- 5 days of noble silence
- 3 fresh vegetarian meals daily
- Beautiful nature surroundings
- 6 nights accommodation
- Fruits and tea all day
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Simón Bolívar International Airport (US$ 50 per person)
Accommodation
The rooms are designed to provide you with a retreat experience in harmony with nature. A peaceful sanctuary where every detail is designed for your comfort and to help you experience unity with nature.
The 12 rustic-chic thatched-roof cabins have safes and air conditioning, plus terraces and private riverfront pools.
Amenities include an open-air restaurant and an outdoor pool. Wi-Fi and parking are available.
Program
The retreat provides a profound exploration of the Buddhist path through a structured program that combines Samatha and Vipassana meditation classes, Q&A sessions, silent meditation periods, and yoga. Participants observe silence throughout the retreat, with the exception of classes and the designated free time from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. For those who prefer to remain in full silence for the entire week, this option is also available.
Led by Pema, founder of Senda Loto, alongside a team of experienced mindfulness and yoga teachers, the retreat offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and spiritual development through the precise teachings of Calm Abiding and Insight Meditation, following the Dudjom Tersar Dzogchen tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.
Those new to meditation who feel called to this path are encouraged to schedule a short call to explore whether this retreat is the right fit.
Daily schedule
- 06:30 - 08:30 Guided yoga
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast (in noble silence)
- 10:00 - 13:00 Silent time for meditation, study, contemplation
- 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch (in noble silence)
- 14:00 - 17:00 Free / social time
- 17:00 - 19:00 Meditation class and Q&A
- 19:00 - 20:00 Dinner (in noble silence)
- 20:00 - 22:00 Noble silence & rest
Silent period from 7:00 pm to 10:00 a.m. every day
Social period from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm every day to walk, journal and connect with others
Instructors
Pema Tsering
Pema is a yogi with over a decade of practice in the Dzogchen tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Orphaned as a child, Pema’s pain sparked a search for meaning. Music became his refuge, leading to success—but beneath it all, something was missing. Eventually, the weight of his inner struggle pulled him into a dark place. At rock bottom, he realized that all thoughts and emotions are merely empty projections of the mind. Pema’s teachings are raw, real, and rooted in lived experience. No fluff. No performance. Just practical wisdom from someone who’s been to the edge—and found a way through.
Retreat location
You find Senda Loto located just 5 minutes from the main entrance of Tayrona park. The center consists of 12 cabins, 6 premium and 6 standard, all are very spacious, with a terrace and a small private pool in front of each, a stone river flowing by, and a big pool for swimming.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
At Senda Loto, guests are served delicious, healing vegan, vegetarian, or pesquetarian dishes. Thoughtfully assembled meals feature locally grown food and sustainably sourced ingredients, prepared with care and intention. The healing power of food is honored, with each meal crafted to balance the body, promoting overall well-being and health.
During meals, mindful eating is practiced so the food nourishes not only the body but also the mind and spirit. To support this, meals are enjoyed in noble silence.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Pescatarian
Things to do (optional)
Visit Tayrona Park
Tours and horse rides
Spa treatments
Spa treatments
What's included
- 6 weekly meditation classes
- 7 weekly yoga classes
- 5 days of noble silence
- 3 freshly cooked organic meals per day (vegetarian, vegan or pescatarian food)
- Snacks and tea
- 6 nights of clean and comfortable accommodation
What's not included
- Treatments
- Massages
- Transportation from and to the airport or city
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Simón Bolívar International Airport
27 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% 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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