Bigger Life Adventures

Practice with care, live a little wider

Guatemala Santiago Atitlán paid

At Lake Atitlán, the work begins with how a retreat is held: Bigger Life Adventures builds small-cohort yoga journeys around trauma-informed practice, sustainability, and respect for the ethics of yoga. Programs take place at Mystical Yoga Farm, a working retreat farm where gardens help feed the kitchen and the lake is part of the daily landscape. The pace brings together practice, shared meals, swims, and room to rest, rather than treating yoga as a performance. The farm is run with attention to the surrounding Mayan community, and Bigger Life Adventures says it chooses partners committed to fair local employment and care for the land. Meals are plant-based by default, with local ingredients and accommodations for several dietary needs. A yoga studio, sauna, café, and free Wi-Fi add comfort without taking center stage. Journeys start at USD 3,400; ask the host what is included in the price.

Highlights

Small-cohort yoga journeys grounded in trauma-informed practice
A working farm with gardens that help feed the kitchen
Plant-based meals using local Lake Atitlán ingredients
A lakeside setting with sunrise swims and a sauna

Good for

yoga practitionersbeginners curious about trauma-informed yogaplant-based eatersnature loverstravelers seeking small-group retreats

Setting

Mystical Yoga Farm is a working sustainable retreat center on the shores of Lake Atitlán. Gardens supply the kitchen, and the water and surrounding landscape shape a quieter rhythm for practice and rest. The farm emphasizes care for the land and respect for its neighboring Mayan community.

The practice

Yoga is the focus, approached as an ongoing practice rather than a performance. Bigger Life Adventures centers trauma-informed teaching and embodied presence, with attention to how practice affects the nervous system. Newcomers can expect a supportive approach, though the level and style of sessions may differ by journey; ask the host about the program that interests you.

A typical day

The rhythm combines yoga practice with meals, rest, and time outdoors. Sunrise lake swims are part of the farm’s setting, but exact session times and the daily schedule vary by journey. Confirm the itinerary with the host before booking.

Accommodation

Lodging details, room types, and occupancy are not described here. Ask the host about accommodation options for your chosen journey.

What to bring

Bring comfortable clothing for yoga, plus a light layer for cooler mornings and evenings. The annual average temperature is 18.2°C; June, September, and October are wetter, so pack a rain layer if traveling then.

Website biggerlifeadventures.com

Address 1111 Pathless Path, Santiago Atitlán 07019, Guatemala

How to get there

Fly into Guatemala City (GUA), then take a shuttle west to Panajachel, a journey of about 3 to 3.5 hours. From there, take a public lancha across Lake Atitlán; confirm the appropriate landing point for your retreat with the host.

Nearest airport: Retalhuleu Airport (RER) (52 km)

Retalhuleu Airport (RER) is approximately 52 km from the center. Ask the host about ground transport from RER; paid airport transfers are available as an add-on, so confirm whether this option serves your arrival airport.

Nearest city: Retalhuleu

Public transport: A public lancha crosses Lake Atitlán from Panajachel; confirm the landing point and onward arrangements with the host.

Languages

English

How to book

Contact Bigger Life Adventures through its website to enquire about dates and reserve a place.

Pricing

Journeys start at USD 3,400. Ask the host which accommodation, meals, and other services are included.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Bigger Life Adventures website

Climate

Climate Zone: Subtropical

Best Months: Jan, Mar, Nov

Avoid: Jun, Sep, Oct

The annual average temperature is 18.2°C, with warmer conditions typically in May, July, and August and cooler months from December through February. January, March, and November are usually drier, while June, September, and October tend to be wettest.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What is the daily schedule like?

Days bring together practice, meals, and time for rest, but the exact schedule varies by journey. Ask the host for the itinerary for your dates.

Can I join if I am new to yoga?

The teaching is described as trauma-informed and focused on embodied presence. Ask the host whether the specific journey suits your experience level.

Can the kitchen accommodate dietary needs?

Meals are plant-based by default, with vegan, vegetarian, organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options listed. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut allergy accommodations can be requested.

How do I get to the retreat farm?

The described route is a shuttle from Guatemala City to Panajachel, followed by a public lancha across the lake. Confirm the correct landing point for your retreat with the host.

How do I reserve a place, and what does the fee include?

Contact Bigger Life Adventures through its website to ask about upcoming journeys and reservations. Prices start at USD 3,400; ask the host what is included and about payment or cancellation terms.