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About this trip
Aries is the reminder that we are always beginning anew. Within us is something so infinitely creative and unique – we are each innovative masterminds with diverse ideas that are necessary for collective action and transformation.
Are you tuning into your wild side? Do you need an invitation to play and learn and grow in new directions? Is a deeper exploration of yoga, astrology, travel and adventure calling your name?
Each day includes yoga, yoga nidra and meditation plus always the most delicious food. Throughout the week we’ll have astrology workshops, ceremonies, and experiences that align with the energy of the approaching New Moon in Aries.
Not only an opportunity to break old patterns, we’ve created this experience so that you can get wild, raw and real – and come home to yourself.
What’s included
- AccommodationsEnjoy nesting up in your private or shared bamboo suite! Immerse yourself in nature in our award-winning bamboo tree house nestled in the sweet jungle, overlooking the legendary Surf Town of Ayampe!
- Daily Yoga & BreathworkVinyasa, Kundalini, Yoga Nidra and Breathwork with teacher, Julien Elizabeth
- Plant-based mealsOur skilled chefs will be dishing out fresh, organic, plant based and pescatarian meals with all the superfood elixirs, smoothies and coco lattes your heart desires.
- Temezcal CeremonyWe sit with intention and experience the purification of sweat lodge. Through therapeutic herbs, steam and prayer we release stress, muscle tension and detoxify the mind, body and soul.
- New Moon Cacao CeremonyGather around the fire in circle to set intentions and honor the Aries New Moon and the creative spark of potential within yourself
- SurfingWe have skilled surf pro's available for lessons at a small fee or simply grab a board and find your solace between sets.
- Beach Shuttles from WCVCatch a ride on the surf train in our old school Kombi Van!
- Jungle HikesTake in the natural wonder of the Rainforest on the Calibri Trail.
- Live Ecstatic DanceMove the blessings through you with ecstatic dance with live music by DJ 3rdEye
What’s not included
- FlightsFly into Guayaquil or Manta Airport.
- Airport TransferWe will arrange transportation for you via taxi. Rates are between $50-$90 depending on location.
- Massage and ReikiWe can arrange for the best therapeutic practitioners to help you relieve any energetic imbalances, muscle tension or to simply relax. Prices vary between practitioners. $40-$100
Available Packages
A spacious triple room with private nooks for each guest, tucked nicely into the jungle with beautiful views of the village and beach town of Ayampe.
Enjoy views of the ocean from your balcony or relax in your hammock listening to the orchestra of tropical birds.
Enjoy nesting up in your private bamboo suite! Immerse yourself in nature in our award-winning bamboo tree house nestled in the sweet jungle, overlooking the legendary Surf Town of Ayampe, Ecuador! Enjoy views of the ocean from your balcony or relax in your hammock listening to the orchestra of tropical birds.
Enjoy nesting up in your private bamboo suite! Immerse yourself in nature in our award-winning bamboo tree house nestled in the sweet jungle, overlooking the legendary Surf Town of Ayampe, Ecuador! Enjoy views of the ocean from your balcony or relax in your hammock listening to the orchestra of tropical birds.
Available options
Itinerary
Arrival is on Saturday ~ we will gather together for a welcome introduction and get to know each other. We'll enjoy a delicious dinner and close the night with a grounding yoga nidra.
Sunday is our first full day together ~ We will open up our retreat with yoga, meditation and a day of exploring the land and this week's astrology
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-10:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
11am - Brunch
1pm - Astrology workshop
3-6pm - Free time to explore, surf or rest
6:30pm - Sunset on Ayampe beach (optional)
8:00pm - Dinner
9pm - Breathwork
Monday is the day before the New Moon in Aries. We'll take this day as a ceremony day and it will be lighter in preparation for the afternoon's Temezcal sweat lodge.
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-10:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
11am - Brunch
1pm - free time
3-6pm - Temezcal sweat lodge ceremony
6:30pm - Sunset on Ayampe beach (optional)
8:00pm - Dinner
Tuesday is the New Moon in Aries! This special day will be celebrated with intention, prayer and cacao!
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-10:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
11am - Brunch
1pm - New Moon Intention setting workshop
3-6pm - Free time to explore, surf or rest
6:30pm - Sunset on Ayampe beach (optional)
7:30pm - Dinner
8:30pm - New Moon Cacao Ceremony: set intentions, celebrate yourself and community
Wednesday and Thursday are integration days. We'll enjoy the land, the sea and each other with ample time for conversation, relaxation and play.
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-10:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
11am - Brunch
1pm - Workshop or Breathwork
3-6pm - Free time to explore, surf or rest
6:30pm - Sunset on Ayampe beach (optional)
8:00pm - Dinner
9:00pm - Yoga Nidra
Friday is our last full day together. We'll connect with the local land with a group walking meditation along the river, honoring the sacred land that has held us all week.
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-10:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
11am - Brunch
1pm-3pm - Free time to explore, surf or rest
3:30-5:30pm - Walking meditation
6:30pm - Sunset on Ayampe beach (optional)
7:30pm - Dinner
8:30pm - Closing Circle
Saturday is our final morning. We'll have a delicious brunch, enjoy a final cacao ceremony and dance the morning away!
7:30-8:30am - coffee, tea and light fare includes fruit, toast and smoothies
8:30-9:30am - Yoga practice includes kundalini yoga, vinyasa, meditation and yoga nidra
10-12pm - Brunch, dancing and goodbyes!
in the jungle we live on real time., following the schedule of the moon and the mood. Times may shift and activites may change, always with the intention of creating the most expansive experience for all!