Taozen
Rooted wisdom, shared power, careful presence
Plant-medicine work, ancestral teachings and a language of collective service shape Taozen’s retreat approach. The organization describes Mawa Yuxyn as a spiritual-study center preserving Yawanawá traditions in Acre, Brazil, and names guides Waxy, Wasaru, Hukē, Sana, Carla and Fred. Yet its listed address is São Bernardino, in Portugal, with directions from Lisbon. That distinction matters: confirm the venue for your specific retreat before arranging travel. Participation is by invitation, intended for people who want to engage seriously with Acre’s Indigenous spirituality and ways of life. Retreats include breakfast and lunch, with vegetarian, pescetarian, organic, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free options noted. Taozen’s emphasis on “synarchy” frames personal agency alongside responsibility to a wider community. Expect a focused gathering rather than a drop-in meditation stay, and ask the team about the retreat’s format, schedule and location before committing.
Highlights
- Guides named Waxy, Wasaru, Hukē, Sana, Carla and Fred
- Invitation-only participation for people committed to engaging with the retreat’s spiritual focus
- Breakfast and lunch, with several dietary options accommodated
- A stated emphasis on “synarchy”: individual agency joined with service to the wider community
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Setting
The listed address is in São Bernardino, near Atouguia da Baleia, Portugal, while Mawa Yuxyn is described as being in the Amazon. Confirm which setting applies to your retreat before making travel plans.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat, so request the schedule before accepting an invitation. Ask how plant-medicine sessions fit around breakfast and lunch, whether there is time for rest or reflection, and what the evening rhythm looks like. Plan around the retreat-specific timetable rather than assuming a standard daily schedule.
Accommodation
Lodging arrangements are not described. Ask Taozen what accommodation is available for the retreat you are considering.
What to bring
For a plant-medicine retreat, ask Taozen about any ceremony-specific guidance before packing. The listed Portugal location averages 16.1°C, with wetter conditions in winter and drier, warmer months from June to August, so bring adaptable layers and rain protection; confirm the climate if your retreat is in Acre.
How to get there
Directions point to Lisbon, followed by onward travel to the listed address in São Bernardino, Portugal. Confirm the retreat’s exact location before arranging transport, as Mawa Yuxyn is also described as being in Acre, Brazil.
Nearest airport: Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) (63 km)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is approximately 63 km from the listed Portugal address. Confirm the retreat venue and arrange onward transport directly with Taozen.
Nearest city: Lisbon
Contact Taozen through its website to ask about an invitation and available retreats.
Retreats start at EUR 1,750. Confirm what the fee covers and whether that price applies to your chosen retreat.
Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.
Visit Taozen websiteClimate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jul, Aug, Jun
Avoid: Mar, Jan, Dec
At the listed Portugal location, the annual average temperature is 16.1°C. June through August are the warmest and driest months, while December through March tend to be cooler and wetter; confirm conditions if your retreat takes place in Acre instead.
Location
Frequently asked questions
Is the retreat in Portugal or in the Amazon?
The listed address is in São Bernardino, Portugal, while Mawa Yuxyn is described as being in Acre, Brazil. Confirm the location of your specific retreat with Taozen before booking travel.
Can beginners attend?
Participation is by invitation for people who genuinely want to engage with the retreat’s spiritual focus. Ask Taozen whether your experience and expectations are a good fit.
What meals and dietary options are available?
Retreats include breakfast and lunch. Vegetarian, pescetarian, organic, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free options are listed; confirm what can be arranged for your retreat.
How do I reserve a place?
Participation is by invitation. Contact Taozen through its website to ask about upcoming retreats and the invitation process.
What language are the retreats conducted in?
Ask Taozen directly which languages will be used for the retreat you are considering.
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