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BUDDHIST MEDITATION & YOGA RETREAT

5.005 reviews
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Up to 9 in group
Date
January 3 - 9, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • An enriching and transformative experience that we hope will change your life for the better.
  • We limit our guests to a maximum of 9 people at a time, so that each guest is ensured the attention and space that they need to have the best retreat possible.
  • We teach Buddhist meditation techniques of Samatha and Vipassana, a classic path to awakening as taught in the Dudjom Tersar lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
  • We offer guided Hatha Yoga practice focusing on breath observation and posture awareness to cultivate a deeper mind-body connection.
  • We practice Noble Silence which can bring us clarity and insight, unveiling the intricate workings of our minds, and providing a vantage point from which to observe our thoughts and emotions without judgment.

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

Embark on a profound exploration of the Buddhist path through this immersive retreat, with a structured program combining Samatha and Vipassana meditation classes, Q&A sessions, silent meditation times, and yoga. Guests will observe silence except during classes and the designated free time from 2pm to 5pm. For those who wish to be in full silence for the entire week, it's also possible.
Under the expert guidance of Pema, the founder of La Casa de Loto, and our dedicated team of experienced mindfulness and yoga teachers, this retreat provides a profound opportunity for personal growth and spiritual development through the precise teachings of Calm Abiding and Insight meditation from the Dudjom Tersar lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
If you're new to meditation but feel drawn to this path, we invite you to schedule a short call with us to explore if this retreat would be the right pick for you.


DAILY SCHEDULE



06:00 - 08:00 am    Silent Meditation
08:00 - 09:00 am    Breakfast (in Noble Silence)
10:00 - 12:00 pm    Yoga Class
12:00 - 01:00 pm    Silent Meditation
01:00 - 02:00 pm    Lunch (in Noble Silence)
02:00 - 05:00 pm    Free Time
05:00 - 06:00 pm    Meditation Class
06:00 - 06:30 pm    Question & Answer Group
07:00 - 08:00 pm    Dinner (in Noble Silence)
08:00 - 10:00 pm    Noble Silence & Sleep



*Noble Silence from 7pm to 10am and during meals every day.**Free time from 2:00pm to 5:00pm every day to walk, journal, read and connect with others in the social area.
 

Schedule

Typical program of the Buddhist Meditation and Yoga Retreat
06:00 - 08:00 am Silent Meditation
08:00 - 09:00 am Breakfast (in Noble Silence)
10:00 - 12:00 pm Yoga Class
12:00 - 01:00 pm Silent Meditation
01:00 - 02:00 pm Lunch (in Noble Silence)
02:00 - 05:00 pm Free Time
05:00 - 06:00 pm Meditation Class
06:00 - 06:30 pm Question & Answer Group
07:00 - 08:00 pm Dinner (in Noble Silence)
08:00 - 10:00 pm Noble Silence & Sleep
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon La Casa De Loto

Directions

As we are located in the mountains outside of a town where it is dark, we highly recommend that you arrive here during daylight.
We are located around 1.5 hours from Medellin International Airport and 2 hours from Medellin City (el Poblado). We are happy to help you book an airport transfer from Medellin International Airport or a pick-up from Guatape. From Medelln, you can also arrive by public transport.
We do not have parking space at La Casa De Loto. If you are planning to come here by car, you can leave it in Guatapé and from there take a mototaxi (tuktuk) which brings you to the front door of La Casa de Loto. You can also park on the street in front of our centre but at your own risk.

Accommodation

La Casa de Loto is inspired by the wisdom of the Buddha’s forest retreat tradition. The buildings and accommodations are simple and comfortable and you will have the feeling of being immersed in a natural setting whether inside or outside a building. Our retreat cabins are thoughtfully designed, comfortable rooms, nestled in the forest with a mountain creek that flows below. We offer shared accommodation as well as private rooms and cabins, with comfortable beds and hot showers.

2 Person Shared Room

Accommodation
This cozy room has two comfortable single beds, an in-room bathroom and a balcony that is shared with another room. It offers amazing views of the mountains.

Private Room

Accommodation
Our newest rooms are in a building that houses 2 private rooms. The small rooms each have a single bed and offer beautiful views of the mountains. Between the two rooms is a bathroom that the two rooms share.

Cozy Retreat Room w Wifi

Accommodation
A beautiful room made of bamboo and wood, with it's own balcony, next to the social area. It offers in-room wifi access if you need to attend a meeting or do some work during your retreat. The room has a private outdoor shower and a toilet that is shared with other guests while in the social area. The room has a double bed and is perfect for one person, or a couple.

Private Forest Cabin

Accommodation
Our most spacious and beautiful cabin, nestled in it's own little corner in the woods. It has a king-size bed, a private meditation room with a comfortable armchair, en-suite bathroom and balcony. You can meditate and sleep with the sound of the stream that flows next to it. It provides a restful retreat in the midst of nature.

Double room with twin beds

Accommodation
This cozy room has two comfortable single beds, an in-room bathroom and a balcony that is shared with another room. It offers amazing views of the mountains.

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
We are located in the mountains outside of the tourist town of Guatapé, in Antioquia, Colombia; about 1.5 hours from Medellin International Airport (MDE), and 2 hours from Medellin. Our property is set in nature, with a native forest and stream, and amazing views. The climate here is temperate, generally warm in the day and cool in the evening.

Meals

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Menu Types

Vegan icon Vegan
Vegetarian icon Vegetarian
Pescetarian icon Pescetarian
Ayurvedic icon Ayurvedic
Includes Meat icon Includes Meat
Organic icon Organic
Gluten Free icon Gluten Free
Dairy Free icon Dairy Free
Nut Free icon Nut Free
We believe in the healing power of food. Our meals feature locally grown vegetarian dishes from sustainably sourced ingredients, prepared with lots of love. Our meals are eaten in Noble Silence.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Meditation & Yoga classes
  • Three meals per day plus fresh fruit and tea at will
  • Access to the shared spaces and retreat land
  • Therapeutic treatments at an additional cost

What's Not Included

  • Airfare and Transportation
  • Massages

Customer Reviews

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Amazing experience
I experienced a silence I have never perceived in my life so far. The food was delightful and the staff really kind. Although Prima did not speak a lot, meditation classes gave me new tools and strategies to use in my daily practice. As a beginner, Yoga was challenging but afterwards I felt the benefits in my body. Thanks a lot.

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Peace and nature
Had a very peaceful time and the food was great. Everyone was very nice!

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Amazing Yoga Retreat
Casa de Loto is a wonderful place for everyone who is looking for some peace and to disconnect a few days from the busy day-to-day life. We had an amazing time there. The location is simple but super comfortable. The yoga and meditation classes were incredible, the food delicious and everyone is very warm and friendly. Would have loved to stay longer.

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Bouddhist and mindfulness retreat
The 2 weeks a la casa de loto were very ressourceful. In this inspiring environnement and with this good tasty and healthy food, it felt peaceful to be there. A spécial thanks to the mindfulness and yoga teacher Mel, a dedicated and human person.
Thank you all

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Semi silent Buddhist meditation retreat

I am filled with gratitude for the incredible week of peace and tranquility I experienced at the beautiful Casa de Loto, where I engaged in daily yoga practice, meditation, silence, and savored delicious Ayurvedic cuisine. It was a reset that my mind and body sorely needed, and I am eager to continue on this transformative journey. The team at Casa de Loto is a shining example of passion and dedication, welcoming all with open arms and hearts, and inspiring us all to do the same.

Select your options

Available Dates
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  • 2 Person Shared Room

    $720.00
    This cozy room has two comfortable single beds, an in-room bathroom and a balcony that is shared with another room. It offers amazing views of the mountains.

  • Private Room

    $990.00
    Our newest rooms are in a building that houses 2 private rooms. The small rooms each have a single bed and offer beautiful views of the mountains. Between the two rooms is a bathroom that the two rooms share.

  • Cozy Retreat Room w Wifi

    $1,080.00
    A beautiful room made of bamboo and wood, with it's own balcony, next to the social area. It offers in-room wifi access if you need to attend a meeting or do some work during your retreat. The room has a private outdoor shower and a toilet that is shared with other guests while in the social area. The room has a double bed and is perfect for one person, or a couple.

  • Private Forest Cabin

    $1,260.00
    Our most spacious and beautiful cabin, nestled in it's own little corner in the woods. It has a king-size bed, a private meditation room with a comfortable armchair, en-suite bathroom and balcony. You can meditate and sleep with the sound of the stream that flows next to it. It provides a restful retreat in the midst of nature.

  • Double room with twin beds

    $810.00
    This cozy room has two comfortable single beds, an in-room bathroom and a balcony that is shared with another room. It offers amazing views of the mountains.

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