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Peace and nature
Had a very peaceful time and the food was great. Everyone was very nice!
BUDDHIST MEDITATION & YOGA RETREAT
BUDDHIST MEDITATION & YOGA RETREAT
5.004 reviews
Up to 9 in group
February 28 - March 6, 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
Your Guides
Pema is an experienced meditation teacher with over a decade of dedicated practice in Tibetan Buddhism, specifically in the Dzogchen tradition. He learned from respected teachers like H.H. The Dalai Lama, H.E. Garchen Rinpoche, and his Guru, Loppon Jigme Rinpoche.
Losing both parents deeply affected Pema during his childhood, sparking a strong desire to understand the meaning of life. He initially found comfort in music, which led to a successful career. However, despite his achievements, he felt an ongoing emptiness. This inner struggle eventually led him into a very deep depression.
At his lowest point, on the brink of despair, he realized that all thoughts and emotions are merely essence-less projections of the mind. Renouncing material attachments, Pema set out on a journey around the world to explore the workings of the human mind. He studied with some of the greatest Buddhist masters and yogis, and spent years in intensive meditation retreats.
Pema's teachings are rooted in tradition but are also practical, offering insights from his own experience and wisdom.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
3 Person Shared Cabin
Cozy and inviting, our shared cabin has 3 single beds and an en-suite bathroom. It is situated next to a stream and is ideal for guests looking to connect with nature and each other. It has a balcony with a table and seating for 3.
2 Person Shared Room
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.
Cozy Retreat Room w Wifi
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 Retreat Cabin
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
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
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
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
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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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5.0
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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
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.
