Mayan Culture & Wellness

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The Mayan Culture has existed long before the Aztecs and the European discovery of the ‘New World’. This retreat is a unique opportunity to experience the Mayan culture firsthand with insight into their approach to relations with others including humans, fauna and flora. Guiding our journey of Mayan discovery, we will focus on the connection with the elements: water, fire, earth, and air and the impact on ourselves and those around us.

Your journey begins in the small fishing village of Puerto Morelos with its vibrant local community and enjoy a welcome dinner at a Michelin Mention restaurant. You will be staying in new 5-star boutique resort located directly on the beach.

Meet local Mayans at several traditional wellness activities. There will be a tour of the ruins of Coba, a Mayan city that was led by women rulers. Coba flourished between 500 to 900 AD and is estimated to have had 50,000 inhabitants. The site contains a group of large temple pyramids, as well as many Selae – stone slab monuments that give insight into their culture, dress, the roles of power of both men and women in ceremonial and political activities. 

You will participate in a Mayan cooking class where you will gather ingredients from the garden, learn cooking techniques, and prepare together your own sumptuous dinner. 

There will also be opportunities to learn how to make a local craft. Renew yourself with Mayan wellness treatments and swimming in underground cenotes or natural pools, sunrise/sunset yoga, meditation as well as sound healing. 

Learn about the initiatives to restore the dying coral reefs, a non-profit that teaches the local children to care for the sea, its inhabitants and flora to ensure its protection and growth. 

Host &  Trip Development : Sandra Simpson 

Consultant & Travel Guide : Geneviève Marion

DAY 1 - MAYAN WELCOME

• Arrival at Hotel (transfer from the airport can be arranged in advance - additional cost)
• Mayan Culture Introduction in the Hotel Lobby
• Welcome Dinner at a Michelin Mention Restaurant in Puerto Morelos

DAY 2 - SAILING THE SEA/WALKING TOUR

• Yoga & Meditation on the beach for those that wish to participate
• Breakfast
• Weather permitting: Catamaran Wellness & Reef Conservation Tour including canapes and refreshing non alcoholic cocktails (sound healing and snorkelling over the reef for those who wish to participate) OR
• Walking Tour of Puerto Morelos
• Return to Hotel for rest, swimming and journaling 
• Diner in Puerto Morelos with live entertainment!

DAY 3 - TEMAZCAL & MAYAN THERAPY

• Breakfast
• Yoga & Meditation with Fruit
• Temazcal  Abuela Monikan (mayan priestess)
• Refreshing Swim in a natural pool
• Lunch with Elda
• Relaxation
• Mayan Cacao Ceremony 
• Return to hotel for dinner

Day 4 - COBA, MAYAN TEMPLES & WOMEN LEADERS

• Breakfast
• Transfer to Coba
• Visit of the Coba Archaeology Site 
• Lunch
• Return to Hotel for rest, swimming and journaling 
• Dinner in Puerto Morelos next to the lighthouses, with a view of the ocean & live entertainment

Day 5 - MAYAN ART, COOKING CLASS/DINNER 

• Breakfast
• Meditation (Mayan 4 permissions) & Mantra Om Sisning
• Craft Activity
• Sea, Pool and Relaxation
• Lunch on Your Own
• Travel to Mexico Linda
• Mexico Linda Cooking class including dinner 
• Return to Hotel

DAY 6 - WELLNESS CLOSURE

• Breakfast
• Beach walk, Yoga & Meditation for those that wish to participate 
• Sea, Pool and Sun or Reserve a Spa Therapy - Hydrotherapy & Massage (not included) 
• Guided visit to Puerto Morelos to buy souvenirs for those who are interested (transport & lunch not included) 
• Closing Circle - including a presentation about the Reef Rescue School for Children and a Final Ecstatic Dance! 
• Sunset Yoga on the Roof for those that are interested
• Private Farewell Diner on the Beach at The Fives

DAY 7 - DEPARTURE

• Breakfast
• Check-out
• Transfer to Cancun Airport (transfer to the airport can be arranged in advance - additional cost)