Ahau collection presents:
Journey to your heart
Retreat May 2025
“A retreat rooted in deepening your connection to self & others”
Are you ready to get out of your comfort zone?
Then now is the time to join us for a retreat that will expand your heart and nourish your soul, surrounded by the best Tulum has to offer.
About the journey
“Journey to your heart retreat” is an opportunity to experience and explore your entire self from a deeper perspective, by tapping into ancestral spiritual practices and allowing Mother Nature to be your guide during the whole process, in the magic land of Tulum.
The main goal of this journey is to tap into the profound connections that exist between you and everything around and within you. Perceiving your own reflection in everyone and everything leads to an existence full of significance
Our highly experienced team of facilitators and practitioners will guide you with amazing tools and practices to assist you in letting go of all kinds of attachments, judgements and self destructive behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.
About the journey
“Journey to your heart retreat” is an opportunity to experience and explore your entire self from a deeper perspective, by tapping into ancestral spiritual practices and allowing Mother Nature to be your guide during the whole process, in the magic land of Tulum.
The main goal of this journey is to tap into the profound connections that exist between you and everything around and within you. Perceiving your own reflection in everyone and everything leads to an existence full of significance
Our highly experienced team of facilitators and practitioners will guide you with amazing tools and practices to assist you in letting go of all kinds of attachments, judgements and self destructive behaviors on a conscious and subconscious level.
I´m happy that I got to be there for the first I AM LOVE retreat. I had such a beautiful time, everybody I met there was incredible. We all became a very close family very quickly, each person showed up with their gifts, and we all came together like a stew as we each had different gifts to add to the pot of stew. If you are curious to come to the next one, come and see what happens, you won’t regret it.
“The group that attended this I AM LOVE retreat has become a part of me, a part of my family. They all shared something that I needed to hear and I felt so grateful every single day to be there and to be in the presence of such beautiful individuals and all of the mentors, and all of the guides.”
“It was an amazing, emotional and heartful experience. I am so happy and grateful, that I could be a part of I AM LOVE retreat.
The mentors were empathetic, positive and they felt like part of the group and not like teachers. Every session of the whole week was interesting and I yould take experience from it. This retreat will be in my heart forever and I hope to get a chance to come back!”
The heart-to-heart, soul-to-soul, lifeforce-to-lifeforce connection with everyone at the retreat and the true hospitality experience with Alaya staff was so incredible. Thank you for everything!!🙏🏼😍
“I am feeling SO incredibly grateful, happy and whole after the most touching and inspiring last few days of I AM LOVE retreat in Tulum. I will definitely need some time to process this experience. We’ve had days full of connection, harmony, raw vulnerability, conquering fears, open hearts, pure compassion, endless laughter, soul healing meditation & plenty of smiles and cuddles!”
Accommodation
An Enchanting Oasis In The Heart Of Tulum
Nestled amongst the jungle trees and steps away from the beach, Alaya Tulum is the most enchanting hotel. With intimate social spaces, treehouse guest rooms and a beautiful Yoga shala, Alaya is perfect for those looking for a quiet oasis in the heart of Tulum’s beach.
Sleep well in villas inspired by the raw natural beauty of Tulum and awaken to views of the crystal-blue ocean. Experience the sheer magic of Tulum and embark on a transformational journey.
Accommodation
An Enchanting Oasis In The Heart Of Tulum
Nestled amongst the jungle trees and steps away from the beach, Alaya Tulum is the most enchanting hotel. With intimate social spaces, treehouse guest rooms and a beautiful Yoga shala, Alaya is perfect for those looking for a quiet oasis in the heart of Tulum’s beach.
Sleep well in villas inspired by the raw natural beauty of Tulum and awaken to views of the crystal-blue ocean. Experience the sheer magic of Tulum and embark on a transformational journey.
Schedule:
Day 1 Arrival day May 22th
3-5 pm Welcome snacks
6-7:30 pm Opening cacao ceremony, guided meditation and sound bath
8 pm Dinner
Day 2 May 23rd
7:00 am Early morning snacks
7:30 am Open your heart, quiet your mind morning meditation
9 am Yoga
10:30 am Brunch
11:30 am Journaling
12:30 - 4:30 pm Cenote tour and meditation
5 pm Afternoon snacks
6:30 pm Self- love workshop
8 pm Dinner
Day 3 May 24th
6:15 am early morning snacks
6:30-6:45 am Sunrise silent walk on the beach
8 am free time and journaling
9 am yoga
10:30 am Brunch
12:30 pm Breath workshop
1:30 pm Ice baths
3-5 pm Afternoon snacks
5:30 pm Sacred Temazcal sweat lodge
8 pm Dinner
Day 4 May 25th
7:00 am Early morning snacks
7:30 am Morning gong bath meditation
9:00 am Yoga
10:30 am Brunch
12:30 pm Mayan Clay Ceremony
3:00 - 6:00 pm Afternoon snacks and free time and journaling
6:00 - 7:30 pm Chakra xtactic dance
8:00 pm Gratitude dinner
Day 5 May 26th
7:00 am early morning snacks
7:30 am Morning meditation
9:00 am Yoga
10:30 am Brunch
12:00 pm Free time
3:00 - 5:00 pm Afternoon snacks
6:00 pm Acoustic prayers
8:00 pm Dinner
Day 6 Departure Day May 27th
7:00 am early morning snacks
7:30 am Closing circle
9:00 am Breakfast
Tulum, Mayan Riviera, Mexico
“The land of dawn” awaits you, come and discover a unique place full of natural wonders like the mysterious cenotes, fresh water underground river. The Mayan Riviera is well known for its outstanding biodiversity. With its white sand and turquoise water beaches, lush green jungles and mangroves, Tulum is truly an energetic portal where you can connect deeper to your heart.
Visit the mysterious underground river, the biggest in the world
Tulum, Mayan Riviera, Mexico
“The land of dawn” awaits you, come and discover a unique place full of natural wonders like the mysterious cenotes, fresh water underground river. The Mayan Riviera is well known for its outstanding biodiversity. With its white sand and turquoise water beaches, lush green jungles and mangroves, Tulum is truly an energetic portal where you can connect deeper to your heart.
Visit the mysterious underground river, the biggest in the world
Mayan Riviera highlights.
Want to explore more of Tulum and the surrounding natural wonders?
Ask us how to customize your trip further with unique Riviera Mayan experiences and excursions.
Mayan Riviera highlights.
Want to explore more of Tulum and the surrounding natural wonders?
Ask us how to customize your trip further with unique Riviera Mayan experiences and excursions.
Let us now turn to the food.
Mexico is worldwide renowned for its unique cuisine, considered one of the most complex and best cuisines in the world. Mexican gastronomy combines a wide variety of ingredients and recipes, resulting in colorful and flavorful dishes. In our luxury wellness retreat you will be able to savor true Mexican gourmet dishes, prepared with locally sourced fresh ingredients. All our meal plans are tailored according to your own needs, whether you are vegan, vegetarian, gluten free or dairy free, we can prepare for you the most wholesome meals.
Facilitators
Eli SCHEIER.
Eli integrates clinical psychology principles with eastern spiritual teachings coming from Buddhism and Kabbalah, recognizing the significance of the spiritual dimension in mental and emotional well-being. He encourages self-love and self-discovery as pathways of personal healing and transformation, helping his clients to foster strong and positive relationships with themselves.
With a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology Spirituality Mind Body from Columbia University and originally under the guidance of Dr. Bobby Klein, Eli has been working with individuals and couples for the past 8 years, his unique approach provides a wide variety of self-exploration modalities that can be tailored to each individual accordingly.
By implementing the practice of presence and mindfulness with simple yet powerful and effective tools, Eli helps individuals to: realize their full potential, release trauma and take charge of their lives.
MONIKA ARENAS.
Monika Arenas is a holistic health coach, Dietitian, musician and curator of sacred spaces. Since 2015 she has facilitated programs, led retreats and wellness events infused with ancient practices including cacao ceremonies, detox programs, aromatherapy, and guided meditation sound journeys.
Monika’s mission is to host conscious events and spread the message of sacred living and self-love for empowerment and longevity.
ABUELO SERGIO
Abuelo Sergio Gaona Ortiz originally from Mexico City, comes from a Purepecha lineage, Abuelo Sergio has been running temazcallis (sweat lodges) for over 30 years, he learned about different sweat lodge practices coming from different native cultures (mexica, Lakota, purepecha, wixarika, etc) while traveling along the American continent, during his youth.
Abuelo Sergio has been working closely with the Wixarika culture for over 10 years, this culture is one of the only cultures in Mexico that keeps intact lots of ancient rituals and traditions. These traditions are thousands of years old, and most of them are related to nature and art (plants, elements, animals, sound, dance, etc). The Wixarika culture is considered as the most spiritual culture in the whole country, being the wixarikas some of the best artisans and artists in Mexico.
Nowadays Abuelo Sergio is involved in helping marginalized communities in different ways, from building low cost houses for them, to giving workshops and sharing ancient wisdom with the ones that are open to receive it.
MARÍA ELENA JIMÉNEZ – LAMAT UUK
Originally from Tepeaca, Puebla, Mexico and now based in Tulum, Maria Elena is a holistic therapist with 19 years of experience in the wellness industry. Her journey began in prestigious SPAs in the Riviera Maya, where she gained extensive knowledge in massage therapies, both traditional and modern wellness techniques. Her ocus is on deep connection with the self, blending ancestral techniques with contemporary healing tools.
Her mission is to offer therapies that promote energetic renewal and body awareness. She specializes in treatments that combine ancestral wisdom with modern healing techniques to achieve holistic balance, helping people reconnect with their essence and find harmony in their daily lives.
Throughout her career, she has trained in a variety of disciplines including Lymphatic Drainage and Reductive Techniques, traditional Thai massage techniques, aromatherapy, herbal medicine, and energy therapies such as Reiki and Maya Stellar Medicine. She also holds certifications in Quiromassage, sound and vibrational therapy techniques, and specializations in natural cosmetics.
Early Bird standard
Single occupancy starting at $2550.
Early Bird
Oceanfront single occupancy starting at $4350
Ask us about other package options for double occupancy & specific room accommodation.
Retreat Summary:
Included:
– 5 nights at the enchanting Alaya hotel
– Daily yoga
– Daily wellness activities
– Personalized meal plans: daily morning snacks, daily afternoon snacks and daily dinner.
– Gratitude dinner on the beach
– Cenote tour
– Special I AM LOVE gift
Excluded:
– Airfare is not included
– Transfer from / to the airport (can be arranged)
– Alcoholic beverages
– On demand activities like: nature & wildlife tours, free diving or scuba diving (can be arranged)
What you need:
– Desire to grow and transform
– Men & women
– All yoga levels welcome
– Yoga wear, swim wear and comfortable wear
– Eco friendly sun blocker
– Eco friendly mosquito spray
– Airplane tickets to Cancunor Tulum airport