Feel to Heal: Dia de los Muertos

A deep dive into your subconscious and

the fascinating culture of Mexico

28 October - 2 November 2025

Experience the Mystical Essence of Mexico: A 6-Day Retreat of Rituals, Ceremonies, and Profound Transformation.

Step away from your everyday life and familiar perspectives and immerse yourself in the enchanting magic of the Mexican jungle and the vibrant life of Mérida. This journey takes you through nature’s powerful energy and Mexico's rich culture. For the first three days, we’ll stay at Shambalanté, a hidden gem nestled deep in the heart of the jungle, surrounded by the sights and sounds of untouched wilderness. In this sacred space, far removed from the noise of daily life, we’ll dive into ceremonies, rituals, and deep self-reflection.

Here, you will experience the spiritual power of Ayahuasca, guided by a skilled Mexican healer and her team. This profound ceremony opens doors to insights beyond words, awakening your awareness and fostering a heartfelt connection to both the world around you and your inner self. Our ayahuasca journey is complemented by daily healing work, such as Yoga, Reiki, soundhealing and much more, helping you align body, mind, and spirit in harmony.

After these transformative days, we transition to the vibrant heart of Mérida, where we’ll stay in a colorful, authentic house in the city center for the final two nights. This coincides with the Día de los Muertos – the Day of the Dead – where the city blooms with color, dance, music, and intricately decorated altars in honor of life. We will become part of this unique celebration, which brings to light a mystical yet joyful honoring of existence in all its beauty.

An excursion to a cave cenote completes this unforgettable journey. In the crystal-clear waters of the cenote, we’ll find refreshment, peace, and a sense of profound serenity that will linger long after we leave.

This retreat is a true bucket-list experience – a journey to your innermost self and a celebration of life in its most genuine form.

Highlights

October 28 – Arrival and Opening
Arrival in Valladolid, meeting point, and private transfer to Shambalanté
Welcome circle and arrival gathering amidst the lush jungle nature
Opening ceremony to set the tone for a deep, transformative experience
October 29 – Harmonizing Body and Spirit/ Ayahuasca Ceremony
A day of preparation and reflection with meditation and gentle movement.
Light breakfast together.
Morning yoga to prepare body and mind for the days ahead.
Mayan Clay Ritual: a traditional healing ritual to promote spiritual cleansing, detoxification, and grounding, viewed as a form of spiritual renewal aimed at restoring balance between body, mind, and nature.
Reiki session and fire ritual at sunset – a symbolic cleansing and strengthening of the inner light.
Evening Ayahuasca ceremony, led by the Mexican healer and her team – a sacred journey of self-discovery and transformation
October 30 – Integration
Breakfast and time for reflection and journaling to integrate the experiences
Optional bodywork for grounding, physically and emotionally
Tattoo ritual by sun.alchemy to commemorate your jouney
Sound healing session to deeply relax and expand inner space.
October 31 – Cenote Visit & Transfer to Mérida
Visit to a cenote: for the Maya, these natural sinkholes held profound spiritual and cultural significance, seen as sacred entrances to the underworld, or Xibalbá – a mystical place tied to death and rebirth
Afternoon transfer to Mérida, arriving at a vibrant guesthouse in the city center
Workshop on the meaning of Día de los Muertos and the Maya tradition of Hanal Pixán
First evening in Mérida, joining local celebrations with parades and beautifully decorated altars
November 1 – Día de los Muertos in Mérida
Sightseeing and Exploration of the market and the artfully adorned altars throughout Mérida’s streets
Participation in traditional parades and celebrations honoring ancestors
Retreat closing with a special dinner at a traditional restaurant, celebrating the journey and experiences shared
November 2 – Departure
Breakfast.
Closing circle.
Transfer to the bus station or another hotel.

Prices & cancellation conditions

5 nights accomodation including breakfast (3 nights at Djungel retreat center and 2 nights at townhouse in Merida), transport from Valladolid (shuttle from airport cancun can be organized), all mentioned excursions and workshops, daily yoga, meditation and mindfulness exercises

Per person in a double room

2200 USD

Not Included:

Flight, restaurant meals, entrance fees

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:

The registration is considered confirmed as soon as the non-refundable deposit of 600 € per person was paid. The remaining amount is due no later than 2 months before the start of the retreat. If you cancel 30 days or more before the start of the trip, 75% of the trip price will be charged as a cancellation fee. If you cancel 14 days or more before the start of the trip, 100% of the trip price will be charged as a cancellation fee. You can pass on your place at any time. *I recommend taking out travel insurance in case of illness.