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Vedanta Retreat

Live an immersive spiritual experience to deepen your spiritual life.

Our Services

Immerse yourself in 14 or 28 transformative days of spiritual practices, where you will learn, grow, and deepen your spiritual journey. Experience a unique blend of meditation, ancient philosophical teachings, devotion, and Yoga postures

Vedanta Philosophy

Explore the timeless wisdom of Vedanta, which teaches the unity of all existence and the path to Self-realization. Our program includes guided studies and discussions to deepen your understanding of these profound teachings.

Meditation

Cultivate inner peace and clarity through daily meditation practices. Learn techniques to focus the mind, connect with your inner self, and enhance your spiritual growth.

Monastic Experience

Experience a simplified version of monastic life, designed to provide a retreat from the everyday world. This includes structured routines, the opportunity to meet like-minded people, and an ideal environment to deepen your spiritual practices.

Yoga Postures

Enhance your physical and mental well-being with daily sessions of asanas (yogic postures). Our practice focuses on balance, flexibility, and the harmonious integration of body and mind.

Devotion

At Vedanta Retreat we not only follow the path of Knowledge, the path of Self-realization, but we also embrace the path of Bhakti, of devotion to God. During your stay we will learn about the devotional path, and also sing devotional songs and mantras.

Sattvic Food

We offer Sattvic food, nourishing, healthy vegetarian meals that uplift the mind and keep the body light. This pure diet is designed to support your spiritual practice during your stay, helping you make the most of your retreat experience.

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Our Daily Schedule

06:00 - Wake Up
06:00 - 06:30 - Shower and prepare for meditation
06:30 - 07:20 - Meditation
07:20 - 07:45 - Chanting
08:00 - 08:45 - Breakfast
09:00 - 10:00 - Morning Class
10:30 - 11:30 - Yoga Postures Class
11:30 - 13:15 - Break
12:30 - 13:00 - Optional Meditation
13:00 - 14:00 - Lunch
14:00 - 16:40 - Time to Relax and Study
16:45 - 17:45 - Afternoon Class
18:00 - 19:00 - Arati and Meditation
19:00 - 19:30 - Noon Snack
19:30 - 20:15 - Night Reading

Get to Know Us

Welcome to Vedanta Retreat, a sanctuary for those seeking a deeper spiritual journey. We offer a unique opportunity for anyone who wishes to explore the richness of a spiritual life. Our program is designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience, where you will learn and practice various aspects of spiritual living.

All the spiritual practices that we offer at Vedanta Retreat are aligned to help us grow spiritually, to give us more clarity to the ancient profound questions like, who are we? And why are we here? We will learn the teachings of the ancient Hindu scriptures, about the unity of creation and the divinity of our true nature. Everything that we´ll learn and practice will allow us to go back to the world with a better understanding of our lives.

We will immerse ourselves in the teachings of Advaita Vedanta, engage in regular meditation, and practice Yogic postures. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to explore devotional practices, fostering a deeper connection to the Divine. To complete the experience, once a week we will dedicate some time to selfless service. Through these activities, all four yogas, the paths of knowledge, devotion, meditation, and selfless action, will be practiced, guiding us toward spiritual realization.

This program offers a mild and accessible introduction to monastic living, allowing you to step away from the hustle of daily life and immerse yourself in a tranquil and reflective environment.

Join us at Vedanta Retreat, where you will learn about ancient philosophical teachings, cultivate inner peace, gain valuable insights, kindle your devotion towards the divine, and embark on a journey toward spiritual fulfillment.

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What you will learn

In the morning class, we will delve into the Aparokshanubhuti, a profound Advaitic text that illuminates the path of Self-knowledge. In the afternoon class, we will explore the Nārada Bhakti Sutras, a beautiful guide to the path of devotion, a path to the personal aspect of God. In the evening, we will reflect on the lives of some of the most dedicated monks the world has seen, as recounted in the book God Lived With Them, offering inspiring examples of spiritual dedication and service.

Acommodations

We offer beautiful, serene rooms designed to provide a peaceful and restful stay. Our accommodations include both shared bedrooms with participants of the same gender and private rooms, allowing you to choose the level of privacy that suits your needs. Each room is thoughtfully furnished to ensure a relaxing space for you to rest. Experience the tranquility of monastic living in our cozy and inviting rooms.

Food/Diet

Within our retreat, we offer a Sattvic Vegetarian diet. All the meals, breakfast, lunch, and the noon snack, are vegetarian.

If you are vegan or have a special diet, let us know in advance.

Extra Information

Vedanta Retreat is located in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, a beautiful city with summer-like weather all year round, this means that the average temperature is 25°C or 77°F.

We offer a complete 28-day experience designed to fully immerse you in monastic living. However, if you can only stay for 14 days, we also provide a 2-week option that allows you to experience the essence of our retreat. Whether you choose the full 28 days or just 14, you'll find a transformative journey awaiting you.

Although the weather in Santa Cruz is summer-like throughout the year, we do get some cold days between June and August, during these months, on a few occasions, a cold draft arrives for a few days.

All lessons and activities during the retreat will be conducted in English.

At our retreat house, we offer a swimming pool where guests can unwind and relax. Since Santa Cruz enjoys warm, summer-like weather year-round, we recommend bringing a swimsuit and sun cream if you'd like to take advantage of the pool during your stay.