No, we offer yoga mats, meditation cushions and chairs.

Yes, we offer laundry services in our home, offering wash/dry service by machine if you prefer, cost is Q50 per load.

There is an ATM in the town of San Marcos. The closest ones are in San Marcos & San Pedro, a few minutes away by public transport. We accept GTQ, USD & PayPal.

It is necessary to bring your own biodegradable toiletries, a towel, and layers of clothing to suit varying temperatures during the day and night. All bedding is provided. Natural insect repellent comes in handy and a headlamp is a necessity. Travel bath towel.

Journal and/or Notebook (Pens/Pencils)

Comfortable hang-out and warm clothes for the nights, long sleeve shirts, trousers, and socks.

Sandals/flip flops & walking shoes

Organic mosquito repellent

Toiletries (Organic & Biodegradable - including hand & body soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush)

Personal Medications

GSE, Oil of Oregano, Probiotics for possible upset bellies

Water bottle

Headlamp with batteries

Solar rechargeable power cell to charge phones or devices if you are bringing them

Alarm clock

Any Books you would like to read or share

Loose comfortable clothes for yoga practice

Long pants and sleeves if you are prone to bug bites

Shoes for hiking

Wet weather gear for stays during the wet season, including a rain jacket and rain boots (simple rain boots can be bought in nearby villages) and an umbrella

Pepper spray (optional) for additional safety whilst traveling

Your health is of the uppermost importance to us and we take great measures to ensure it!

We offer filtered water and our food is prepared in a safe and clean manner but we also encourage you to take responsibility for your health during your stay. Therefore we recommend being mindful of hygiene by regularly washing your hands with filtered water and soap (especially before meals). It is common for travelers in Guatemala to suffer from upset stomachs, diarrhea, and/or vomiting from exposure to different bacteria, therefor we recommend bringing natural remedies such as GSE and probiotics if you have a sensitive system.

In case of distress or emergency, there are options for public hospitals, private clinics, stool and blood tests, and pharmacies around the lake.

Your safety during your stay is important to us! We recommend traveling to San Marcos during the daytime only and taking tourist shuttles or private transport. For later arrivals to Guatemala City, we recommend spending the night in the city and traveling to the lake on the following day. Private safes are provided in the rooms. Guides and private Tuk Tuks (3-wheeler taxis) can be arranged for tours and sightseeing trips.

While traveling and when visiting towns and villages, we advise mindfulness. Don’t flash expensive devices or carry large amounts of cash. Theft tends to be petty and opportunistic. Take care of your valuables and lock them away safely in the safe provided during your stay at Shamana.

Lake Atitlán is known as 'the Land of Eternal Spring’ since the climate is usually very mild. Most days the temperature is around 17-24 degrees Celsius, however, due to the altitude (1500m), nights can be as low as 8 degrees and can still feel chilly in the early mornings or when it's raining.

Guatemala has a dry season (November to April) and a wet season (May to October) each year. July and August are often also dry with a break in the rains. Please pack accordingly to stay dry during the wet season.

We're here to help! If you have any additional questions or need more details about the retreat, please email us at retreats@insighttimer.com, and we'll be happy to provide you with all the information you need.