YOGA AND HIKING RETREAT ECUADOR
… an invitation to connect with our inner fire
Ecuador is a beautiful and diverse country that has given its name to the Middle of the World. The Andes mountains here are magnificently peaceful. This place has inspired us to create a travel experience for people looking to connect deeply with themselves and nature.
This yoga and hiking experience includes daily meditation or asana practice, as well as one trip each day. In order to sign up, travelers must be in good physical condition and prepare in advance for the altitude at the mountains.
We will stay at Hacienda Loma Tika, located between the colorful towns of Otavalo and Cotacachi. This lodge has amazing views of the surrounding mountains and lots of outdoor space. Chimneys everywhere create a cozy environment, rooms have a private bathroom.
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The itinerary includes 3 amazing hikes and 5 asana practices. Our intention is to connect with Pachamama by spending a lot of time outdoors. Each yoga practice will flow with the qualities of the different elements, earth, water, fire, air and ether. Once the participants become more acclimated to the elevation, we visit the refuge at Cayambe, a snow-capped mountain on the Equatorial line.
The Ecuadorian Andes are the closest place to the Sun, so to honor this the retreat is very active, fire-driven and great for activating Manipura Chakra.
If you are the kind of person that enjoys nature and movement, this travel experience is for you.
Familiarity with the practice of yoga is a plus yet, beginners are welcome to sign up.
Save your spot with only $150USD
Yoga teacher and organizer: Valeria Livergood from Serendipia Yoga & Wellness @serendiapia_yoga_wellness
«Back in 2011 I fell in love with the Andes when I travelled to Ecuador for the first time. Since, I’ve returned many times to recharge my energies in the Middle of the World.
To me the mountains are a place of peace and healing. You respect them and they protect you. Going as high as your body allows brings you a great reward that my words have not yet leaned to describe.
I invite you to join us on this transformative experience meant to reconnect with ourselves and with Pachamama».
Yoga teacher and guide: Alejandro Godínez @alee_gs7
«The Andean mountains of Ecuador possess an impressive transformative energy. From the first time I visited the Ecuadorian Andes as a participant in this very retreat, to now returning for the second consecutive year as an instructor, I realize just how unique this place is. The energy of these mountains, of this ancient land, has an extraordinary ability to deeply touch our inner selves in a truly fascinating way.
Join us on this transformative retreat, where we will unite mind, body, and spirit through yoga practices and breathtaking hikes in the heart of the Andes».
Itinerary:
Day 1- Arrival at the Hacienda. Opening ceremony.
Day 2- Yoga class Earth Element. Gratitude ceremony honoring the local traditions. Visit to the indigenous project.
Day 3- Yoga class Water Element. Hiking around Cuicocha volcanic lake. Visit to Cotacachi.
Day 4- Yoga class Fire Element. Trip to the Middle of the World, Teleferiqo and Quito Historical Center.
Day 5- Mojanda lake trip. Yoga practice on site (Air Element). Hike up to Fuya Fuya’s summit.
Day 6- Cayambe full day trip. Night meditation.
Day 7- Yoga class Ether Element. Visit to Plaza de los Ponchos and Otavalo. Closing ritual by the bonfire.
Day 8- Transfer to Quito airport (UIO) in the morning.
8-day package: $975*
*The 8-day package includes lodging in double bedroom, breakfast every day, trips to Pukiu Pamba, Cuicocha, Mojanda, Quito, Otavalo and Cayambe, coffee and tea, yoga classes, 4 dinners at the Hacienda and entrance fees to attractions. Transfers from Mariscal Sucre airport (UIO) the evening of July 18th and back to the airport on July 25th at 8AM. There will be only one transfer from the airport to the Hacienda and one transfer from the Hacienda to the airport.
This package does not include airplane tickets, travel insurance, meals at restaurants, laundry service, nor additional transfers to/from the airport. We can coordinate airport pick ups at different times with our trusted drivers.
Requirements:
Participants must keep an active lifestyle prior to the retreat and be in good physical conditioning. The hikes at high elevation mountains are challenging.
Participants must be acquainted with the values of yoga and practice with respect to the tradition.
Punctuality for activities and practices.
Proof of travel insurance is mandatory in order to sign up for the retreat.