Are you ready for Lake Therapy?  Rest, relax and restore on the shores of Lake Atitlan in the heart of the Guatemalan highlands.  

Join DeEtta for Therapeutic Yoga in the morning to move your body in a mindful way from a place of ease and begin your day with a sense of calm. Add Restorative Yoga for the deepest state of relaxation and Yoga Nidra for Self-Compassion to move through all the layers of your being. Soak in the natural beauty of your surroundings, immerse yourself in the Mayan culture, and cater to your sense of adventure on the lake.  Read or meditate on the shore and relax in the hammocks among the tropical flora. 

Find just the right amount of being, and the right amount of doing, to leave feeling reconnected to yourself and to nature.  Take home the glimmers of your time at the lake. This is Lake Therapy.

Villa Sumaya is a retreat and wellness center located near Santa Cruz la Laguna, on the shores of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala.  Dive deeply into the refreshing natural beauty of this stunning landscape. Within the vast, majestic horizons, you’ll find a deeper connection with your heart’s song and a rejuvenated sense of wellbeing. 

Our exotic thatch-roofed Lotus House has elegantly decorated guest rooms with patios and views of the lake and gardens. Our yoga studio is on the top floor with panoramic lake views. The lush grounds contain tropical flora, medicinal herbs and relaxing hammocks.  Our center features a cafe, healing spa, hot tub, sauna, boutiques, cozy common areas, and a lake shore fire pit.

~ Daily Vegetarian Meals at Villa Sumaya (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

   (*Dinner on arrival day;  Breakfast on departure day*)

~Unlimited drinking water/coffee/tea

~Daily Morning Group Therapeutic Yoga

~Two Evening Classes: Restorative & Yoga Nidra for Self-Compassion

~Sacred Heart-Opening Cacao Experience

~Mayan Fire Ceremony

~Water Taxi to/from Villa Sumaya from Panajachel

Gratitude in Every Day Life. A Mayan spiritual guide will share a traditional Mayan Day Count Fire Ceremony. You will be encouraged to participate in this interactive earth-work ceremony. This ritual includes foundational teachings about the Mayan calendar day count and the co-creation of the sacred fire. In this colorful custom, you’ll use chocolate, candles, cinnamon, myrrh, copal (tree resin) and the appropriate herbs to honor the energies of each day in the Mayan calendar. 

Those interested are encouraged to inquire in advance about booking a 15-minute personal reading with the spiritual guide which would take place after the ceremony. 

Nourish and Open the Heart. Journey home to your heart with Xicoy, the Cacao Spirit, one of the most playful spiritual guides in ancient Mayan cosmology. The Mayans have used cacao in ceremony for ages to connect with their hearts. We invite you to do the same in this sacred ceremony steeped in ritual and reflective heart circle sharing. 

Be warned: your heart will expand beyond your imagination, leading to pure bliss, laughter, joy and allowing more of who you are to shine through. 

Depending on accommodation type, (single, double or triple) pricing ranges from $1725-$2295 Includes all your meals at Villa Sumaya,  daily or twice daily yoga,  a Sacred Heart-Opening Cacao experience and a Mayan Fire Ceremony.  After the initial deposit is received with your sign up registration, we offer monthly payments.  Full price must be received by March 27, 2024.

Bring a friend! To sign up and reserve your spot,  a $400 non-refundable deposit is required. Payment in full is due no later than March 27, 2024.  Monthly payment plans are offered. DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE. No refunds for any payments will be honored after January 27, 2024. Please read carefully the full Retreat Agreement upon registration. 

If you have a shared room, please book separately or  together. No roommates will be assigned. But let us know if you need help finding a roommate. Solo travelers welcome!

TRAVELERS INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.

NOT INCLUDED Airfare/transportation to and from airport.

INCLUDED- Private water taxi to Villa Sumaya from Panajachel

TRANSPORTATION - HOW TO GET TO VILLA SUMAYA.

Fly into Aurora International Airport (GUA), located in Guatemala City. The shuttle to Panajachel is approximately 4 hours. The private water taxi from Panajachel to the Villa Sumaya dock is approximately 15 minutes. Plan to arrive at Villa Sumaya by 3pm on first day of retreat.

We can connect you with a transport company from either Antigua, or Guatemala City or you can arrange on your own.  The rates are lower for groups traveling together.

Not Included:

~Harmony Spa Services

~Kayak Rental/Tours

~Guided Hikes

~Trips to nearby Village & Markets

~Sweat Lodge, Sound Healing or Blue Lotus Ceremonies

~Specialty Drinks

~Fish or Chicken ($8 per portion available at lunch or dinner)

~Staff Gratuity ($7-10 suggested)

Settle in, enjoy the evening meal at Villa Sumaya and mingle with other retreat participants. This is your home for the week! 

We'll learn about the healing treatments offered by the Villa Sumaya at an Orientation that begins at 10am. A yoga practice will be offered in the morning followed by breakfast, lunch, dinner and a relaxing day near the water.

Sunrise Yoga. Rest by the lake or optional excursion: Board a water taxi to the neighboring town of San Juan where we can buy textiles, try local coffee and wander a typical Lake Atitlan village.

Mayan Fire Ceremony for Gratitude, guided by a local Spiritual Guide. Rest or wander to neighboring villages and meet up for an evening of Restorative Yoga as the sun is setting.

Optional Sunrise Hike for the more adventurous! Greet the sun as it gently kisses the lake in the early morning hours. (About 45 minute Beginner/Intermediate hike.) Book your healing treatments, kayak or rest and complete the day with Sunset Yoga.

Morning Yoga followed by optional kayaking and hiking.

Good Morning Yoga followed by Cacao Ceremony. Sip and share as you experience this local drink and look back on our week together. Evening Yoga Nidra for Self Compassion.

Departure to Antigua or Guatemala City airport.