Over five days in Pucón, you will step into a restorative journey built on a simple belief: that true wellness comes from a harmonious balance of body, mind, and spirit, and that nature is the most powerful healer. This retreat is for anyone who feels the pull to slow down and reconnect, whether you are an experienced yoga practitioner or entirely new to the mat. The hikes are gentle and unhurried, with time to rest and contemplate, and the yoga sessions suit beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, so you can arrive as you are and find your own pace. Many guests come solo, so you need not travel with company to feel at home here.

The practice weaves together gentle movement, stillness, and deep immersion in the land. You will share guided yoga and meditation sessions, a forest therapy session led by a local specialist, and quiet time for reflection. Just as meaningful are the encounters with the people and traditions of the Araucanía: a Pehuenche chef in Curarrehue, a Mapuche grandmother in her ruka, and a Tibetan Lama at his temple and stupa. The retreat is designed so that every activity, whether a yoga session, a forest walk, or a shared meal, becomes an opportunity to breathe and be present.

You will be based in Pucón, in the Araucanía region of Chile, staying at Rakau Lodge or a similar hand-picked sanctuary. The lodge is nestled in nature and surrounded by lush landscapes, with architecture and interior design in harmony with the environment. Rooms are comfortable and thoughtfully appointed, with warm natural light, earthy tones, views of the surrounding greenery, and ensuite bathrooms. You will wake to the sound of birds and the fresh scent of the forest. Beyond your room, common areas, a terrace, and free wifi are there when you want them, though you are encouraged to disconnect and reconnect with yourself.

A day here moves with intention. Mornings often begin with sunrise meditation or a yoga session, followed by an energising breakfast. From there you might set out to a hidden 70-metre waterfall, hike through Araucaria forests to a secluded lagoon, soak in geothermal waters by the Liucura River, or sit in a sharing circle around the fire. Food is treated as medicine for the body, soul, and land: light, natural breakfasts, high-quality Mapuche-inspired vegetarian lunches using fresh seasonal ingredients, and home-cooked, plant-based dinners shared in a cosy communal setting.

The 5-day retreat, with four nights of accommodation, is priced at 1,498 USD per person. Included are your four nights at Rakau Lodge or similar, three nutritious meals daily with snacks and natural juice, group excursions and activities, nature hikes with a trusted guide, waterfall and park entrances, hot springs entry, the forest therapy session, yoga and meditation sessions, the Mapuche grandmother experience, insurance, private transportation, and specialised guides and instructors. Please note that flights, airport transfers, travel insurance, visa fees, additional treatments, and activities beyond the itinerary are not included, leaving you free to focus on the journey itself.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation at Rakau Lodge or similar - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily snacks and natural juice - Group excursions and activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Waterfall ticket, park entrances - Hot springs entry - Forest therapy session - Yoga and meditation sessions - Mapuche grandmother experience - Insurance - Private transportation - Specialized guides and instructors

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary

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