We are honored to host Maestro Niwe Sina & his son/apprentice Isakea from Pucallpa Perú.
Maestro Niwe Sina’s name means Man of the Wind. He has been working with the sacred medicine of his parents & ancestors for 30 years. He works with love, light & peace to amplify & co-create with the medicine of Ayahuasca to help people heal, clean up their lives & architect their futures.
Recommended for people with some experience with the medicine & who are truly interested in harnessing their sovereignty.
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
We are honored to host Maestro Niwe Sina & his son/apprentice Isakea from Pucallpa Perú.
Maestro Niwe Sina’s name means Man of the Wind. He has been working with the sacred medicine of his parents & ancestors for 30 years. He works with love, light & peace to amplify & co-create with the medicine of Ayahuasca to help people heal, clean up their lives & architect their futures.
Recommended for people with some experience with the medicine & who are truly interested in harnessing their sovereignty.
Place: Abuela Tree, nearby Escuela Caracol - Thursday
Kawoq Forest - Saturday
Schedule:
Ceremony starts at 8pm till 3 am
After the ceremony, people will sleep in the place.
Breakfast at 9:00 AM
Reference meeting point:
For guests and external visitors
Reference pick up point: From Kawoq Forest at 6:30 pm to arrive to Abuela Tree 7pm
For people coming from town:
Reference pick up point: Circles at 6:30 pm
Requirements:
Last meal should be at 12 and it has to be light.
Wear warm and comfortable clothes.
Morning Travel Recommended. If you would like an escort service to Kawoq Forest once you arrive in the town of San Marcos, please arrange to take an 8-9am collective shuttle (Q100) from Antigua (or you can request a 9-10am private shuttle for Q800) in order to arrive with plenty of time. We are able to arrange an escort service up to Kawoq Forest from Circles Cafe 7 days a week.
Please inform our staff of your planned arrival date and we will have our escorts meet you promptly at 1pm at Circles Cafe. Please plan your travels accordingly, either spending a night in Antigua to make a morning shuttle, or stay in San Marcos la Laguna a night early. For your safety, LATE ARRIVALS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Accommodation
Kawoq Forest has multiple accommodation options to suit all explorers, from shared cabanas, private rooms, unique yogi lofts, and private forest cabins. All accommodations are beautifully appointed, built using natural building techniques and materials, featuring comfortable beds, warm feather duvets, pillows, and decorated with Peruvian Shipibo fabrics and Guatemalan cushions.
Ceremony
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
San Marcos la Laguna is a small Mayan village on Lake Atitlán in the western highlands of Guatemala. It has become a Mecca for international travelers attracted by its beauty, tranquility and diverse options for spiritual exploration and therapy. Terraced into the side of a cliff, Kawoq Forest is a twenty five minute hike up into the valley from Lake Atitlán, To escape to our lush tropical food forest please travel to us with a backpack, organic soaps, a head torch and a spirit of adventure.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
At Kawoq Forest, we believe that food is a powerful source of nourishment not only for the body but also for the soul. Our vegetarian meals are a celebration of flavors, colors, and culinary artistry.
What's Included
One Ayahuasca Ceremony and Breakfast the following morning, sleeping in temple permitted
What's Not Included
Travel insurance, transport
Customer Reviews
4.83 out of 5.0 average rating
5.0
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Amazing experience
I really truly enjoyed my three days staying and Kawoq, wanted to stay more.
Staff extremely helpful and welcoming, and always with a smile. The yoga classes were amazing also, so different one to the other. Simply amazing, would definitely come back and do one week!
5.0
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Heaven
My husband and I stayed a few nights and Kawoq and we did not want to leave. The staff are so sweet, and take the best care of you. The location is beautiful and could not be more peaceful. Highly recommend to anyone staying at the lake.
5.0
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Un lugar, staff, cocina INCREIBLE!
Es la tercera oportunidad que me quedo allí y cada vez me gusta mas!
Me gusta mucho que estas dentro del bosque, arriba en la montaña donde solo entras en un estado natural y convives en paz contigo y con los demás!
La cocina y la comida siempre es espectacular, el estaff increible y los profesores de yoga muy bien!
Es un lugar altamente recomendable si quieres alejarte de distracciones y transformar tu vida a una vida consciente y abundante!
Espero visitarlos por cuarta vez y seguir llevando amigos y personas nuevas al lugar para compartir!
4.0
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Relaxing and beautiful yoga retreat set in the Guatemalan jungle.
I stayed at Kawok Forest for three nights and did a personal retreat. I stayed in one of their bungalow private rooms, which was very comfortable and had spectacular views of Lake Atitlan and surrounding volcanoes. I honestly could have sat and watched the view alone for hours it was extremely relaxing. The yoga classes were varied and challenging in different ways. I really appreciated the diversity of teachers and what they brought to my own personal practice. There is a great level of education amongst the teachers and I really feel like I improved in a lot of ways in my practice.
The food was excellent! Prepared by local Mayan/Guatemalan ladies each day. I always felt full and nourished after each meal and everything was extremely fresh and healthy. My only complaint is that dinner was served extremely early at 5pm. If you're not used to this or you get hungry later in the evenings- bring snacks and things to eat throughout the day as meals are only served at 10am and 5pm. They have a few things to purchase on top such as protein balls and smoothies but can be pricey.
The only reason I did not give five stars is because I feel having to pay for additional and typically free amenities was a little absurd such as: connection to wifi being $10 per 3 days, luggage portage, and any trips into town. I questioned the wifi and was told everybody should disconnect during their stay but sometimes that is not feasible as a traveller you may need to connect to wifi to plan further travels, book ferries, contact loved ones etc. Also the retreat is located on the side of a cliff up a mountain I think helping with your bags is a fair trade for hiking to your accommodation. Just thought they should keep that in mind when you compare prices with other accommodation on the Lake.
5.0
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Amazing
My stay at Kawoq Forest was so nice. This place has a real magic to it. The view of the lake is incredible and the yoga classes are special. The accommodations are very cozy and enjoyable as well. The food is prepared by a wonderful team of local Guatemelan women and it's so nourishing and tasty every time. If you're looking to unwind and cultivate a sense of inner peace and contentment then I would highly recommend booking a stay at the Kawoq Forest.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
The event is 100% refundable for cancellation 60+ days before the event start date. The event is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.