Retreat yourself.
Jungle Moon Retreat, Mexico
28th December 2023 - 4th January 2024
Gift yourself the perfect reset in the magical Mexican jungle. Connect back to nature and discover your true sacred self.
Included:
7 x nights' accommodation
Twice daily yoga classes
5 x breakfasts
2 x brunches
4 x lunches
6 x dinners
Afternoon snacks
Drinking water
Sunrise cacao ecstatic dance
Traditional Mayan fire ceremony
New Year's Eve pool party
New Year's Day intention setting ritual
3 x beach trips (Tulum, Xpu-Ha, Xcacel)
Join us in the magical Mexican jungle on the gorgeous Caribbean coast of the Riviera Maya for a blissful week of yoga, relaxation and delicious healthy food. Our dreamy sanctuary (with its own private cenote!) is immersed in peaceful, healing nature, but just 15 minutes' drive from vibey Tulum and other attractions.
Suitable for solo travellers, friends or couples - all levels of yoga are welcome! Gift yourself this divine experience and the best possible start to 2024!
The Accommodation
We will be staying in a gorgeous jungle village, deep in nature but with all the comforts and luxuries of a resort. As well as the stunning natural pool, the property even has its own private cenote (underground crystal clear water hole) for swimming in. It also features two yoga shalas, fire circles, a temezcal and many hammocks for you to curl up in with a good book. All rooms have a private en-suite bathroom and air conditioning. Wi-fi, drinking water and daily housekeeping are included.
One of the many reasons that Sanya chose this dreamy venue is due to their values, which are stated as:
(1) a need to protect and preserve biodiversity & land,
(2) a desire to positively participate in the local communities
(3) the necessity to exchange and spread cultural knowledge
and believe in:
(4) the alignment between work & meaning
(5) a practice towards a balanced self
(6) the strength and power of community living
The Schedule
The schedule will vary each day but below is an example of how we’ll spend our time in the jungle.
We’ll start the day with a morning meditation and breathwork practice, followed by a dynamic vinyasa flow yoga class to strengthen the body and clear the mind.
After class, we’ll sit down together for a delicious healthy breakfast to refuel.
During the day, you’ll have plenty of time to relax around the pool, go to the beach, get a massage or explore the local area. On three days during the week, we will have transport included to various beaches (including Tulum) or other optional excursions.
A beautiful lunch will be served early afternoon (except on two days where we will have brunch instead of breakfast and lunch, to accommodate for the beach trips).
In the late afternoon, we’ll return to the yoga shala for.a blissful, slow Yin yoga practice to soothe your body, mind and soul..
We’ll end the day with a moonlit dinner together and lovely chats.
The full schedule will be shared closer to the retreat start date.
The Yoga
Yoga classes will be led by Sanya, who has been practising yoga for over 10 years and teaching for five. She initially trained in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow at Sampoorna Yoga in Goa, India, and went on to complete further trainings with The Yoga People in Yin and Mandala Flow, as well as a Buti Yoga certification. She has taught clients all over the world (Mexico, Costa Rica, Portugal, London, Nicaragua, India etc!), from high end hotels to festivals and has been featured in The Sun.
The morning yoga classes will be Vinyasa Flow style - a dynamic sequence of postures linked with the breath, to get the blood pumping and the muscles working! Expect to sweat, but there will be options for all levels of experience and you are encouraged to be kind to your body, taking things at your own pace. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned yogi, these classes will leave you feeling strong and rejuvenated. Savasana never felt so good!
The evening classes will be a much more relaxed affair to wind down your day, either in Yin or Restorative style. We’ll hold the postures for much longer and allow our bodies to sink into a deep state of bliss as we focus on the breath and cultivate divine awareness of the present moment.
All classes will have a backing of euphoric music and will incorporate breathwork, meditation and mindfulness.
No matter your level of yoga experience, you are welcome in Sanya’s classes! From beginners to advanced, there will be options for all - even if you can’t touch your toes!
Namaste.
The Food
A typical post-yoga breakfast will include fresh juice and a variety of delicious healthy options such as avocado bruschetta, vegan pancakes, cauliflower fritters, fresh fruit and granola.
Lunch could be anything from Mexican tostadas to salads, guacamole, vegan burgers, lentil enchiladas or vegetarian lasagne.
Healthy afternoon snacks will also be served.
For dinner, we’ll have options such as mushroom tacos, asparagus soup, salads, curries with rice, veggie enchiladas or squash and sweet potato confit. Followed, of course, by a divine dessert! Please note, there will be one night without dinner included as we will be out in Tulum so you’ll have the opportunity to try one of the incredible restaurants there.
We can cater for dietary requirements, such as vegan and gluten-free or allergies - please inform us in advance.
The Location
Mexico is nothing short of magical! Sanya has visited this country several times and always feels drawn to go back. Rooted in the ancient Mayan culture, there is so much that we can learn from this place and its rituals.
The beaches, the jungle, the nature, the food, the nightlife, the people, the vibes - all of it is amazing!
Sanya searched far and wide to find the perfect venue for this retreat and she is so happy to have found the one! It is located in the magical jungle, surrounded by the healing vibrations of nature but only a 10 minute drive from the closest beach and 15 minutes to exciting Tulum.
There are many activities in the local area, such as jungle trekking, swimming in cenotes and visiting ancient Mayan ruins.
Rooms and Prices
PLEASE NOTE ALL PRICES ARE IN US DOLLARS.
YOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: 7 x nights' accommodation, twice daily yoga classes, 5 x breakfasts, 2 x brunches, 4 x lunches, 6 x dinners, afternoon snacks, sunrise cacao ecstatic dance, traditional Mayan fire ceremony, New Year's Eve pool party, New Year's Day intention setting ritual, 3 x beach trips (Tulum, Xpu-Ha, Xcacel)
If you are a solo traveller and would like to book a shared twin room, we will pair you up with another solo guest.
Private room (double bed) with en-suite bathroom
Price per person: $2469 USD
Shared twin room (single beds) with en-suite bathroom
Price per person $1777 USD
Private open-air loft room with en-suite bathroom (no air con)
Price per person: $1999 USD
Shared open-air loft room for 2 people with en-suite bathroom (no air con)
Price per person $1499 USD
The Boring Bit
We require an initial 20% deposit to secure your booking. This is fully refundable if you cancel before 28th August 2023.
We require the remaining amount to be paid by 28th September 2023.
All guests are required to have their own travel insurance including medical cover. It is your own responsibility to check the travel requirements for travel from your country to Mexico.
Reviews From Past Guests
“I’m just back from this amazing holiday/retreat. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. From the moment we arrived. Sanya made us feel very at ease & welcome in a spacious & comfortable house. We were nurtured, cared for & fed the most amazing food. Sanya always went above & beyond with the meals all freshly made & with any amount of choice & delicious foods being served daily. The yoga was fantastic & Sanya is a brilliant teacher who spiritually and technically guided us in the beautiful garden & beach settings twice a day. Sanya catered for everyone’s different yoga abilities with ease & we all felt very relaxed & under no pressure. I learned a lot & love yoga even more now. The surfing, paddle boarding and beach trips were amazing too. We had such fun, the whole group were delighted with the retreat. Sanya & Tiago are super hosts & so easy going making us feel right at home. Fantastic trip, thank you.”
“Spent a week on Sanya Ormiston's retreat in Portugal in Aug 2019 run with Duck Dive Surf. I cannot recommend this lady and this retreat-holiday enough. Our every need was catered for and so much effort was put in to ensure we ate amazing home cooked vegan food by Sanya and had an amazing time each day. Sanya's style of yoga teaching is brilliant for all abilities, I felt so welcome at and home straight away and the energy was so positive. Accommodation and hospitality was spot on and a fantastic time was had by all.”