Yucatan, Mexico
Join WITHIN Meditation teacher Devon Pipars for an exclusive meditation retreat deep in the Mexican jungle, at a paradise resort hidden amongst ancient Mayan ruins.
This intentionally curated retreat will bring you back to unsullied, wild nature, and by extension, back to YOU. The REAL you. When you are immersed in the natural world you can begin to feel yourself as an extension of that naturalness, finding a deeper ease of existing and tasting the bliss of your being in the absence of the modern world.
Curious about this retreat? Watch this live Q&A with retreat host Devon Pipars to learn all about it!
What to Expect
We invite you to explore, expand and connect to your True Self, present both in movement and stillness. With just the right blend of activity and down-time, this retreat is a unique infusion of unforgettable, one-of-a-kind, life changing experiences immersed in nature, in union with truly heart expanding and deep healing experiences within.
Beyond daily breath work practices, meditation, or movement offered throughout the retreat, you will be guided to LIVE YOUR MINDFULNESS off the cushion through transformational adventure and nature inspired experiences in the sacred land of the Mayan people. We will connect to the state of fluidity and healing of water by immersing ourselves in various Cenotes within the jungle, and on land through additional adventures including:
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site, Chichén Itza
Tasting traditional cuisines and exploring local artisan markets
A cooking class in a local home inspired by traditional Mayan dishes
Experiencing a Temazcal (sweat lodge) ritual
Sharing a traditional Cacao (cocoa) ceremony
Click here to watch retreat host Devon Pipars provide a breakdown of what you’ll do each day of the retreat.
Hidden in the grounds of the Okaan resort is a beautiful swimming pool.
The rooftop terrace offers a spectacular view.
It’s easy to feel completely removed from the world here.
Meet Your Retreat Host
Devon Pipars
The retreat is hosted by WITHIN Meditation teacher Devon Pipars. Devon is a teacher and blogger for WITHIN Meditation, who also works with companies via wellness workshops, meditation sessions, and mindful communication coaching. She is a featured voice for Hyperice’s meditation training device Core, as well as a senior instructor on the Core app (hellocore.com).
Meditation is Devon’s passion and purpose. A meditator since 2002, the practice has been deeply transformative for her. After devoting four years to the study and practice of meditation under the guidance of a master teacher in the Indian Himalayas, Devon’s sessions incorporate multiple traditions and techniques including mindfulness, breath work, mantra, gratitude practice & loving kindness.
Devon is masterful at translating all she’s learned into simple terms, making her classes appropriate for first-time meditators as well as experts. No matter what your experience level, her approach effectively reduces stress and promotes well-being.
What’s Included
7 days / 6 nights private or shared room accommodation – one night in Merida, and 5 nights in private or shared room at our beautiful Okaan Resort near Chichen Itza
Shuttle around Merida, as well as first night dinner in Merida
Shuttle to Okaan with a lunch at Izamal, which is half-way between Merida and Okaan resort, to explore the town and ruins there.
Twice daily (sometimes 3x daily) guided meditation practices
One-on-One with Devon to set your intention for the retreat
Private Tarot reading with Devon
Cooking class/lunch in a local home inspired by traditional Mayan cuisine
Three delicious locally inspired meals daily including filtered water/coffee/tea/fresh juice
Visits to swim/snorkel at 3 notable freshwater Cenotes “swimming caves”
Temazcal ceremony
Traditional cacao ceremony
Day-long meditation retreat
Exploration of Chichén Itza, ancient Mayan ruins
Airport pick up/transport to resort
All transportation between the different activities
Entrance fees to all visited venues including tips for specialized local guides
Professional/high quality photos documenting various parts of the experience on land/in water by our personal retreat photographer
Gift bag
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Flights
Additional meals and alcohol
Spa services
Extra excursions
Delicious meals in the tranquil dining room at the Okaan resort are a part of this nourishing retreat.
A typical room at the Okaan resort, with its own balcony.
A waterfall fills the swimming pool, where you can lounge or take a dip.
We want to make it possible for you to join Devon on this retreat!
A $300 deposit secures your spot in the retreat - that’s all that you need to pay when you register. (The deposit is non-refundable after 5/1/23.)
The remainder can be paid in as many installments as you like. Just let us know how many payments you’ll be making, and we’ll remind you 3 days before each payment is due.
Please contact us at sit@withinmeditation.com with any questions - we're happy to help you decide if this retreat is right for you!
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