Find your calm in a world that rarely slows down.
This retreat is created for anyone feeling the weight of stress, overwhelm, or constant mental noise. Across the week, you’ll be guided into practices that support calm, strengthen resilience, and help you reconnect with a steadier sense of peace.
More than a retreat, this is a reset for the nervous system — a set of tools you can carry home and return to whenever life feels heavy. Each day offers simple, effective practices to help regulate stress, ease anxiety, and bring more softness into everyday life.
Daily movement sessions are slow, grounding, and supportive, with an emphasis on releasing tension rather than pushing the body.
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In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft your own natural body scrubs, hair masks, and face masks while exploring self-care as a ritual of nourishment and care. The experience is designed to support detox and deepening your relationship with everyday self-care.
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Through gentle, accessible breathwork, you’ll be guided toward a calmer mind, a more balanced nervous system, and reduced stress.
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Chef Caro will prepare anti-inflammatory, easy-to-digest meals that support healing, digestion, mental clarity, and sleep. Herbal teas will be chosen specifically to encourage stress release and nervous system calm.
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Time by the sea, unstructured rest, and space away from daily demands allow the body to naturally downshift, helping the practices of the retreat integrate more deeply.
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You’ll enjoy herbal tea baths in private beach cabanas — a soothing sensory ritual designed to help the body and mind fully soften.
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Group sharing is gentle, optional, and held with care. You’ll have the experience of being witnessed without pressure to fix, perform, or explain.
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Through two facilitated writing workshops, you’ll explore what you are ready to release — stress, patterns, and expectations — and what you want to invite in, such as ease, clarity, joy, and self-care.
These sessions include intentional prompts, quiet reflection time, and a fire ritual to symbolically release what no longer serves you.
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Evenings are intentionally designed for deep rest and quality sleep, with gentle nighttime practices including a sound bath, Yoga Nidra, and evening breathwork.
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7:00 AM: Morning Yoga
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:30 AM: Mobility / Movement Workshop
12:30 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Workshop
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Ocean / Pool / Massage / Rest
(Snorkeling / Paddleboarding / Kayaking can be scheduled at this time)
5:30 PM: Dinner
6:30 PM: Evening Ceremony / Soundbath / Workshop
Your retreat includes one 60-minute herbal tea bath in oceanfront therapy cabanas.
There is also time to book massages or other treatments with Mahai’s therapists.
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A diverse network of facilitators, guides, teachers, artists, healers, and coaches will lead the workshops and classes throughout your retreat.
Kunti’s yoga teaching is rooted in a family tradition of Hatha Yoga pioneers. Raised in an environment shaped by yoga and spiritual discipline, she brings more than 20 years of experience and is certified in Hatha, Kundalini, and Ashtanga yoga.
Her path includes teaching at Miri Piri Academy in India and studying Ashtanga Yoga in Rishikesh with Master Yogi Khamal Singh. Her approach combines technique, curiosity, and a holistic view of yoga as a path that integrates body, mind, and spirit.
Gabriela is a mother, healer, and keeper of ancient feminine rituals from Mexico. Through years of study with the grandmothers of her community, she has deepened her practice of womb work, plant-based healing, and sacred rituals aligned with the rhythms of the land.
She will guide the group in working with local healing plants by infusing them into honey, creating a healing sweetness for each woman to carry home as a reminder of the time shared together.
Karan Khalsa is an entrepreneur who has spent the last two decades building businesses that foster community and transformation. She is the founder and patron of Mahai Retreat, and also leads Spirit Voyage Records and Spirit Voyage Foundation.
Before entering business, writing was her greatest passion. She studied Literature and Education at Marymount University in Virginia, and later Creative Writing at Goddard College. Karan believes writing is both an art and a form of medicine, and she brings that perspective into workshops that support introspection, creativity, therapy, and personal growth.
Mahai is located in Mahahual, Quintana Roo, Mexico.
Tulum Airport (TQM) is the closest international airport. A shuttle company travels from Tulum to Mahahual, and transportation from Tulum can be arranged after registration.
You may also fly into Cancun (CUN), which is a 5 to 6 hour drive away, or the domestic airport in Chetumal (CTM), which is a 2 hour drive. Travel from these airports must be arranged independently.
Expansive and elegantly appointed, this suite offers a serene sense of space and privacy, making it an ideal sanctuary for rest and renewal. Inside, you’ll find a king bed and a comfortable daybed, creating a versatile setting for solo travelers or those sharing the experience. The highlight is the private rooftop terrace, where you can take in sweeping ocean sunrises and glowing jungle sunsets from the comfort of your own elevated escape.
Designed as a luxurious retreat within the retreat, this suite invites slow mornings, quiet reflection, and peaceful evenings under the sky. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of wellness activities or simply savoring the beauty of your surroundings, the atmosphere is both refined and restorative. With its generous layout and exceptional views, it offers a memorable stay that blends comfort, elegance, and a deep connection to nature.
Spacious and serene, this suite is designed for restful stays and slow, restorative moments. A king bed offers generous comfort, while the inviting seating area creates a calm spot to unwind with a book, enjoy a quiet pause, or simply settle into the peaceful atmosphere. The oversized rain shower adds a refreshing touch to the experience, bringing a sense of ease to your daily routine.
Step outside into the private garden, where a hammock invites you to stretch out, breathe deeply, and enjoy time in nature. Whether you are looking for a place to reflect, recharge, or take a gentle afternoon nap, this suite offers a soothing setting that supports relaxation from morning to evening. Thoughtfully arranged and beautifully tranquil, it is an ideal choice for guests who value privacy, comfort, and a softer pace of stay.
Spacious and serene, this suite is designed for restful comfort and unhurried moments. A king bed invites deep sleep, while the comfortable seating area offers a calm place to read, unwind, or simply enjoy the stillness. The oversized rain shower adds a spa-like touch to the experience, creating a refreshing start or a soothing end to the day.
Step outside into the private garden, where a hammock provides the ideal spot for quiet reflection, a peaceful pause, or a gentle afternoon nap. With its thoughtful layout and tranquil atmosphere, this suite offers a sense of privacy and ease that feels both restorative and inviting.
Whether you are looking to slow down, recharge, or enjoy a more meditative stay, this space supports a relaxed rhythm from morning to night.
Designed for comfort and ease, this suite offers flexible sleeping arrangements with either one king bed or two single beds, making it well suited for different travel styles. A cozy daybed nook adds an inviting place to unwind, read, or simply enjoy a quiet moment during your stay.
Step outside to your private covered porch, where gentle ocean breezes create a calming atmosphere throughout the day. The seating area provides an additional space to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings, making it easy to slow down and settle into the rhythm of the coast.
With its thoughtful layout and serene setting, this suite is ideal for guests looking for a restful retreat with a light, refreshing seaside feel.
Designed for relaxed coastal living, this inviting room features two matrimonial beds, a cozy daybed, and a desk for moments when you need to write, plan, or simply pause. A private porch opens to breathtaking ocean views, creating a peaceful setting to begin the day with fresh air or unwind as the sun goes down.
With its comfortable layout and tranquil atmosphere, this room is a wonderful choice for sharing time with a friend or loved one while still enjoying plenty of personal space. The combination of practical furnishings and scenic surroundings makes it easy to settle in, slow down, and enjoy the rhythm of the sea.
Whether you are looking for a restful stay or a serene place to reconnect, this room offers a welcoming balance of comfort, privacy, and unforgettable views.
Designed for travelers who enjoy a sociable atmosphere, this comfortable shared room offers four individual beds with signature bamboo sheets for a restful night’s sleep. It’s an easy, practical choice for guests who want to connect with others while still enjoying a sense of comfort and privacy in their own bed.
With convenient access to shared facilities, the room supports a relaxed and uncomplicated stay, making it ideal for solo travelers, friends, or wellness guests looking for a welcoming communal setting. The layout encourages a friendly, low-key environment while maintaining the essentials needed for a comfortable retreat experience.
Simple, inviting, and thoughtfully arranged, this dorm room balances connection and rest in a way that feels both easy and enjoyable.
Settle into a cozy yet spacious glamping tent designed for a comfortable stay close to nature. Each tent offers either two twin beds or one king bed, along with a seating area and carpeted floors that add a soft, welcoming touch. Thoughtfully arranged for relaxation, these tents provide a restful space to unwind after a day of retreat activities.
Conveniently located just steps from the showers and bathrooms, the tents make daily routines easy while still offering the charm of an outdoor-inspired setting. Whether you’re traveling solo or sharing the space, this accommodation blends simplicity, comfort, and a sense of calm for an enjoyable stay.
Designed with simplicity and comfort in mind, this inviting suite offers a restful setting for a peaceful stay. It features 2 single beds, making it a practical choice for friends, travel companions, or guests who prefer separate sleeping arrangements.
Clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged, the room creates a relaxing atmosphere where you can unwind after a full day. Whether you are here for a short escape or a longer stay, the space provides the essentials for a calm and convenient experience.
With its understated style and welcoming feel, this suite is well suited to guests looking for a quiet place to recharge and enjoy a comfortable night’s rest.
Kunti Hari Arti
Gabriela Alcántara
Karan Khalsa
Coastal Road Mahahual - Xcalak km 5.6, Lote 501-f-9, Sin Colonia, 77976 Mahahual, Q.R., Mexico
Mahahual
Price
On request
Duration
6 nights / 7 days
Available any date