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-RELAX and UNWIND-
PATH to your inner WISDOM
RETREAT in BACALAR MEXICO
4.02. - 9.02.25




Shanti Maria
Anne Taxis
On my travels in 2022/23 I discovered this beautiful spot, the Bacalar Lagoon, on the Yucatan Peninsula of MEXICO. I immediately fell in love with this place, with its calm and relaxed atmosphere, the 7 different shades of blue in the crystal clear water of the lagoon.
Enchanted by its uniqueness, the thought immediately occurred to me - I wanna host a retreat HERE!!!
Shortly afterwards I met Maria at a mantra event in a park. Our voices intertwined perfectly, a connection beyond words...intensified by the time we spent together afterwards.
Maria was born in Mexico and lives in Bacalar - she integrates Mexican shamanic medicine, which is part of her roots, into her work as a yoga and meditation teacher and aqua therapist.
Together we will make the dream come true! A German-Mexican cooperation.......
A MAGICAL RETREAT in a MAGICAL PLACE



We take you to another world... and to YOURSELF!
In a foreign country it is easier to recognize/question our “habits”. When everything outside is new and unfamiliar, we are even more dependent on RESTING STABLY within OURSELVES. At the same time, it is easier to LET GO of everything, all the responsibilities and tasks of everyday life. DOWN YOURSELF! In the lightness and joy of the MOMENT.....surrender to WHAT IS.
GOAL of the stay/PROGRAM
During the week of February 4th to 9th, 2025 we will go on a deep journey of self-knowledge and healing together. Through yoga practice, mediation, sacred ceremonies, Cacao Experience, Temazcal, singing/making music together and aqua therapy - you will cleanse your mind and body.
This retreat is designed to give you new tools to design your life CONSCIOUSLY to BE more peaceful with YOU. You ARE already THERE, it's not about "optimizing" yourself, it's just about making the layers that "obfuscate" your essence a little more transparent so that you can recognize YOU.
From the “observer perspective” you recognize your patterns, gain insights and learn to transform challenges into opportunities.
This experience will initiate a gentle process towards your inner authenticity, help you to develop your potential and BE WITH YOU, in your inner REST.
Immerse yourself in another culture, combine vacation with inner growth.
The unique opportunity to experience the Mexican "lifestyle" up close with a local Mexican woman and to share in her profound shamanic wisdom (passed down through generations) is a very SPECIAL EXPERIENCE!
Above all, you leave your EVERYDAY life far away, have time for YOU and to relax, read, chill, swim, unwind and DO NOTHING.
Here is the preliminary program:
The LOCATION / Accommodation
As soon as you arrive in BACALAR , you will notice the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere. The town center with its beautiful shops and various restaurants invites you to linger, and a chat with the local shop owners was also a wonderful cross-cultural experience for me.
In Bacalar, as I saw it, the clocks tick slower than in other places in Mexico and the people are very open-minded and friendly.
We are staying in a small, typically Mexican complex surrounded by greenery, just north of the town center. The rooms have a view of the lagoon, a few steps from the water, in the middle of a beautiful garden.



In the 2 main buildings there are single and double rooms, some with a terrace and a view of the lagoon. The rooms are simple and clean.
We are served typical Mexican dishes "a la carte" in the small restaurant attached to the hotel. This means you can choose what you want. The food is served with a view of the lagoon, as you can see here!


We have our own temazcal (sweat lodge) at our disposal for an unforgettable experience!
direct access to the lagoon and a large garden invites you to swim, relax and kayak

aquatherapy in the lagoon
Visit to the Temple of the Akalki Holistic Center


OTHER SIGHTS
I recommend extending your stay in Mexico, before or after the retreat. MARIA will be happy to give you tips. There are many sights around the Yucatan Peninsula that are worth seeing. Travel partnerships will definitely arise from the retreat group.
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Mayan temple
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cenotes / caves
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sailboat trip
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Merida, Valladolid, Tulum
Mexico is a very diverse and interesting country! It is worth discovering MORE...

COSTS of the RETREAT
Are you curious?
Would you like to travel with us to this little paradise on earth?
Do you feel the inner CALL?
Then click here and you will see the costs
PS if you are wondering about the price difference to the previous offer, we have opted for cheaper, simpler accommodation and will rent the temple in Akalki for a day.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- WHO is this retreat suitable for? For men and women who want to go on an inner journey, are open to NEW things and are interested in the topics mentioned above. Flexibility and adventurousness!
- Do I have to have previous knowledge of yoga? No, interest in inner development and getting involved in NEW things is enough
- What language is taught in? It depends on where the participants come from. Maria speaks very good English, and I can also translate into German. I can teach in English and German.
However, English listening comprehension is definitely an advantage, especially if you want to travel around before or after the Retreat...
- who organizes the journey?
You have to organize your journey yourself. It's best to fly to Mexico City or Cancun and from there to Chetumal.
-Extension of stay in Mexico
It is a good idea to join forces with the other participants to explore the country together
- what happens if I get sick?
Travel cancellation insurance is recommended. The deposit is non-refundable.
- is there still a question unanswered?
Feel free to contact me by email:
We are REALLY looking forward to seeing YOU!!
Take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity to combine vacation and inner growth!
Kind regards, Maria & Anne
VIDEO about CACAO PRODUCTION, here from my trip to an indigenous Tribe in Costa RICA 2022
