4 Day Yoga and Initiation into Sacred Cacao in Puerto Escondido

Initiation into Sacred Cacao

This retreat is an invitation to immerse yourself in the healing, expansive, and transformative power of cacao. You will connect with its spirit and learn about its physical and energetic properties, exploring how it can nourish your body, open your heart, and expand your consciousness.

You will learn step-by-step how to prepare the ceremonial drink, along with key recommendations to help you activate your inner wisdom, as well as important precautions for safe and conscious use.

Cacao can become your powerful ally and travel companion. If you choose, this initiation will also prepare you to guide others in their own encounter with this sacred medicine.

What You Will Experience

Program

Immerse yourself each day in yoga, meditation, and holistic workshops guided by Shaira, a Mexican curandera, and Salvador, a medicine musician—both with over 10 years of experience in ceremonies and spiritual guidance.

Experience transformative practices such as temazcal and cacao ceremonies, and explore the Medicine Wheel, herbalism, and rituals as tools for your journey of self-discovery.

Cacao Initiation
Connect deeply with the spirit of cacao and receive its teachings and guidance for your daily life. You will also learn how to share this medicine with others in a conscious and respectful way.

Medicine Wheel
Discover this sacred symbol present in many cultures, representing the directions of the universe and their reflection within us. Learn elemental harmonization practices through herbalism, fire, air, and water.

Ceremonies & Rituals with Cacao
Take part in fire ceremonies, amulet creation, energetic harmonization, intention planting, cord cutting, temazcal, or rapé accompanied by cacao.

Integration
A online space after your retreat to share experiences, clarify questions, and take home practical tools for your daily life.

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Location
Nestled in La Punta, Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, Barbarenas is just a short walk from one of the world’s top surf spots, surrounded by tropical vibes and a laid-back beach ambiance. Explore the local beaches, dine on fresh, local cuisine, or browse artisan shops for a truly Oaxacan experience.

Food
Enjoy delicious vegan breakfasts and lunches, prepared with organic ingredients. Coffee, tea, fruit, and snacks are available throughout the day, and meals are shared with guests, volunteers, and staff for a sense of community.

Optional Activities
Enhance your retreat with optional healing therapies such as Reiki, breathwork, Ayurvedic massage, sound healing, and more.

Included
– Yoga and movement practices
– Workshops and ceremonies
– 4 nights in a private cabaña
– 2 vegan meals daily (breakfast and lunch)
– Coffee, tea, water, fruit, and snacks throughout the day
– Access to the ocean-view yoga shala, pool, and common areas

Not Included
– Airport shuttle