“Couldn't have hoped for a better yoga retreat! The location is stunning, nestled higher up along the mountains around Lake Atitlan, just 15 minutes above San Marcos.

The teachers and hosts are all kind and excellent at what they do, really helping you slow down, disconnect and enjoy your time there with the different ceremonies, treatments, rituals and classes offered. You don't even need to already be familiar with yoga at all, you really just need to be ready to try it out and they'll guide you through the experience. Can't thank the staff enough for our time there! And the food is incredibly delicious too. Highly recommend to anyone looking to take it easy for a bit, would love to return!”

~ Jeremy Cahoon

“I have no complaints at all! I stayed there by myself for 8 days and it was just magical! The spot was amazing, the staff friendly and kind, my cabin was beautiful, the food was so good and my biggest highlight... The quality of the teaching that I received during my personal yoga retreat! As someone who has done their yoga teacher training, I was so impressed with the quality of the classes. Every one of my teachers, during the week, had something unique to offer. I also discovered a new passion for Ashtanga with Elena and Carlos. They are such a lovely and passionate couple. I also enjoyed the Temazcal and the cacao ceremony from them! The events were well done and so inspiring!

I recommend this place to everyone no matter what the level of yoga experience you have. The teachers are adaptable and offer variations. I improved my posture so much, as the teachers were always helping and guiding me. If you’re looking for a place to transform yourself and connect with nature and Mayan culture, this is a fantastic place to do it! Thank you so much for everything!”

~ Marie (from Canada)

“I came back from Kawoq Forest feeling refreshed, realigned, and rejuvenated. I have a fresh perspective and feel very centered. My time at Kawoq Forest helped me to heal so much and I am feeling liberated. The people were warm and welcoming. The yoga classes were not too challenging but helped me to develop my skills immensely. I enjoyed learning from different yoga teachers and styles, as well as the daily workshops offered, which were all very interesting (e.g. Temazcal Sauna Ceremony, Fire and Cacao Ceremonies, Tantra for Women, Womb Dance, Sound Baths, etc.)

The wellness sessions offered were also very wonderful, I did a reiki session and an energy healing massage. I loved that I had the ability to choose from local Mayan or Guatemalan providers as well as from foreigners. The staff were so kind, warm and welcoming. The food was delicious too! The experience was amazing and I will definitely be going back!”

~ Elizabeth

“I spent 10 days there last May and they were some of the best in my life.

Their website has all the details, which is really helpful. I was there on an organized retreat but we had a chance to attend some of the Kawoq Forest classes and their teachers are great! The staff is super friendly, too and they have a great shop where you might spend more money than you thought you would!

I did a massage with Robin and that was a phenomenal experience rather than just a massage. She’s extremely intuitive and highly attuned and it wasn’t just her hands that were at work but also her words and her whole being. She did move so much energy for me and I wish I could go back and do it again.”

~ Amira Osman

“It was the most beautiful week & exceeded all of my expectations. Peaceful, calm - it provided me with an opportunity to reflect & breath. The yoga was perfect for me - each teacher brought their own personality to the practice & they were knowledgeable & generous. The food is wonderfully fresh & varied.

My cabin was spotlessly clean with a comfortable bed, lovely bedding & a balcony with a hammock that I took advantage of each afternoon. The location is very special & I didn't venture from the place all week - content to look at the views, listen to nature & relax. Other guests were friendly & respectful. Compost toilets & showers worked for me & the shower & loo that I frequented had the most incredible views of the lake. I left feeling recharged & believing that it's a once a year trip from now on. Very special. Thank you to all of the staff for making it a special week.”

~ Edward Dafnis

“I had one of the most magical, spiritual weeks at Kawoq Forest in April. I traveled alone and I loved signing up for the personal retreat and deciding which wellness services I wanted to try. The entire experience was life-changing for me since I am new to conscious living and just started my yoga practice. The instructors were incredible (and authentic!) and the Mayan ceremonies were so beautiful and healing.

I loved staying in my beautiful private cabin with a hammock...and I go on and on about the quality of the vegan food. It was so delicious! The location was absolutely perfect for a wellness retreat and I was so impressed with how well kept the facilities were. I also can't say enough about the wonderful staff and instructors who created a beautiful space for each individual to make their retreat their own. I cannot wait to return again with friends and family in the future.“

~ Sunita Arora