Live with Ananda Marga Mexico in this unique experience, surrounded by the most pleasant company. Expand your mind and feel the love with every kind gesture, every delicious meal and every shared story.
A holiday in a spiritual and vegetarian (Sattvik) environment. A holiday for those who like to have space to do their spiritual practices or learn about them. For those who are vegetarian and want to take their meals in the company of those with the same ideas.
Day 1 - Friday
On this first day, you will be able to relax and rest from your trip, while getting familiar with Ananda Madhumaya. They will give you a tour of the installations and help you get more comfortable with the utilization of the spaces. You will also be able to volunteer yourself for the duties you would like to help with during the program.
Day 2 - Saturday
A rest and recovery day. Many have travelled long distance and now in a different time zone. We can go for a walk for those who like some activity and we'll have chance to get to know each other a bit better.
Day 3 - Sunday, February 18th: Xochicalco Pyramids
Xochicalco ruins are 30 minutes walking distance from the center. It is believed to have been founded by Mayan traders and artisans engaged in long-distance trade with the Teotihuacan civilization and the site contains a stylistic hybrid of elements of both cultures. The ruins may have housed up to 20,000 people from the period of 700 to 900 CE. In 900 CE, the site appears to have been destroyed and subsequently abandoned. Nevertheless, its pyramids, stand in excellent condition.
Day 4 - Monday Mil Cascadas waterfalls
Your first adventure will take you deep into the water. Also known as Las Granadas, it is a series of beautiful waterfalls and pools on the Granados River. Mil Cascadas means “1000 waterfalls”. The tour starts with a cave that contains a pool of crystal clear water and continues downhill where there are another 10 pools and more waterfalls that increase in beauty.
Day 5 - Tuesday Tepoztlan Magical town
The town of Tepoztlán is one of the most attractive destinations in the state of Morelos with its pre-Hispanic treasures, ancient traditions, and legends. It is famous for its shows of exotic flavors, its handicrafts, the tour to the top of the Tepozteco hill to know the ruins of the temple that is there, its temazcal baths, and museums.
Day 6 - Wednesday, Cacahuamilpa caves
Your next adventure is a trip to the inwards of the earth. The Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park is a protected natural area with one of the biggest caves in the world. The first chamber is 60 meters (200 feet) in height. From there, it gets higher and higher. Amazing rock formations, stalagmites, etc. The walk is about two kilometers (1.3 miles). Outside the cave, there are more attractions and two underground rivers exiting the mountain a small trek below the dry cave above.
Day 7 - Thursday Hiking and picnic
This day they would love to take you through their most frequented route for hiking. It is a path surrounded by vegetation that surrounds the retreat center and ends in a river that is nourished by seasonal rains. In the dry season, you take advantage of the space to read, meditate, and do some fun activities. Building pyramids with river stones is one of their favorites.
Day 8 - Friday, February 23rd: Las Estacas Natural Park
In a spectacular gushing nestled in the water park Las Estacas, the Yautepec River is born, in the midst of exuberant vegetation. Your last adventure will be in this beautiful place which is surrounded by a crystal water river and majestic palm trees. The aquatic tour begins at the borbollón, a spring that is more than 10,000 years old, from which more than 7,000 liters of water per second are born.
Day 9 - Saturday, Free day!
This last full day of the program they would like to leave open to the ideas of all members of the group. There are still several places to explore in the surrounding area, as well as various activities that could take place inside and outside the retreat center. Depending on the energy of the group, you could either decide on more adventures or staying for more moments of learning or resting at your place.
Day 10 - Sunday, Tour to Malinalco town
Malinalco is one of the most beautiful towns in the state, which is characterized by its calm and friendly atmosphere. Is cobbled streets that follow the irregularity of the ground, orchards of varied fruits, as well as the climate, give it a paradisiacal aspect. On Wednesdays, the famous tianguis takes place, dating back to pre-Hispanic times, where you can find a diverse range of handicrafts and all the products of the region.
Day 11 - Monday, Goodbye
It is never easy for you to say goodbye to the pleasant company that accompanies you for days. And yet, each program closing is equally happy and emotional. On this last day, Ananda Marga Mexico will support you to prepare whatever you need to start the journey back home and they will probably reach out to you to learn from your experiences with you.
Life at Ananda Madhumaya is both peaceful and dynamic. There is always something to do when it comes to cooking, cleaning, and gardening. Dada Krpasundarananda is at the forefront of interior and exterior space design, remodeling, construction, and maintenance projects. Didi Shanta, on the other hand, directs all efforts regarding the kitchen and food supply. The food is prepared with all the love and care of Didi, as well as being made with local ingredients.
Finally and most importantly, spiritual practice according to your philosophy, unites you and accompanies you at every moment of the day. This program is for those who want a holiday but with time for their spiritual practices and vegetarian food and with like-minded people who also are not into drugs, parties, etc.
The program will start on Friday, February 14th, 2025 at 17:00 and end on Tuesday, February 24th, 2025 at 15:00. The reception opens from 15:00. If you need to arrive earlier or depart later than above, please let Ananda Marga Mexico know.
A very special gift
If you feel it and it is possible for you, also consider offering this program as a gift to a person who needs it. Doing good for someone you love is a great way to elevate consciousness and bring wellness to your own being.
Detailed Itinerary:
The order of the programs is carefully planned. However, due to weather and other circumstances, Ananda Marga Mexico may have to make adjustments.
Highlights:-
You will be served daily meals from dinner on arrival to brunch on departure included in the price.
The following meals are included:
The following drinks are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
