Sage & Radiance

Absolutely.

In fact, many of the women who join us are attending their very first retreat.

You don't need any previous retreat experience, yoga experience, or meditation experience. There is nothing you need to "know" before arriving.

Simply come exactly as you are.

This retreat isn't about performing or keeping up with anyone else.

It's about giving yourself permission to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself.

Sage & Radiance was lovingly created for women who are embracing the wisdom of midlife and beyond.

Most guests are between 45 and 70 years old, although age is never the deciding factor.

If your heart resonates with this retreat and you feel called to join us, you are welcome.

Not at all.

Every practice is offered with compassion and modifications.

Our yoga classes are never about achieving the "perfect pose."

They are about listening to your body, honoring where you are today, and moving in a way that feels nourishing.

You are always encouraged to rest, modify, or simply observe.

Please book your flight into Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR).

Group transportation to and from Haramara Retreat Center will be set up for you, but it is not included in the pricing, you will pay cash to the driver on the retreat arrival and departure days.

Detailed travel information and shuttle times will be sent well before the retreat.

No.

Guests are responsible for booking their own airfare to Puerto Vallarta (PVR).

We recommend arriving early enough on retreat day to comfortably meet the scheduled group shuttle.

No.

Round-trip group transportation between Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and Haramara Retreat Center is set up for groups arriving, however the drivers require cash payment directly to them for arrival and departures for your retreat.

Haramara is unlike a traditional resort.

Its beautiful open-air casitas are intentionally designed to help you reconnect with nature.

You'll fall asleep to ocean breezes and the sounds of the jungle rather than televisions or traffic.

Each casita is uniquely handcrafted and blends beautifully into the surrounding landscape.

This is eco-luxury—simple, elegant, peaceful, and deeply restorative.

It will depend on the phone you have and if it has the 1900 GSM frequency band. If you have this frequency band your phone will work in Mexico but you will need to check with your service provider about your specific phone and service. There is a cell tower in Sayulita with limited accessibility from certain places at the highest point on the property.

Many women discover this becomes one of the greatest gifts of the week.

The space between notifications often becomes the place where we hear ourselves again.

Haramara is known for its incredible farm-to-table cuisine.

Three nourishing meals are included daily, prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients inspired by Mexican flavors.

Our delicious and healthy gourmet meals are made from only the freshest natural and local ingredients. Our menu is chosen daily by our chef based on the ingredients that are available that day. The always-changing daily menu includes seafood or vegetarian dishes. With advance notice, special dietary requirements can be accommodated. 

Coffee and fresh squeezed juice is offered in the mornings. 

Tea, purified water and fresh fruit water are available all day. 

Beer, wine and margaritas are available for purchase in the afternoons and at dinner.

We recommend bringing:

• Comfortable yoga and casual clothing
• A light sweater or wrap for evenings
• Walking sandals and comfortable shoes
• Swimsuit
• Sun hat and sunglasses
• Reef-safe sunscreen
• Journal and pen
• Refillable water bottle
• A favorite shawl or blanket for meditation
• An open heart and a spirit of curiosity

A complete packing guide will be emailed after registration.

Absolutely.

We intentionally create spaciousness throughout the week.

You may choose to relax by the infinity pool, receive a spa treatment, walk the beach, read in a hammock, journal, explore Sayulita, or simply rest.

Sometimes the most meaningful moments happen during the unscheduled ones.

Not at all.

This retreat honors choice.

Every offering is an invitation, never an obligation.

If your body asks for rest while others attend a workshop, honor that.

If you feel called to watch the ocean instead of joining a walk, trust that.

One of the greatest practices is learning to listen to your own inner wisdom.

Most women do.

And by the end of the week, many leave feeling like they've found lifelong friends.

There is something deeply comforting about gathering with women who understand that life has seasons and that healing happens in community.

You will be warmly welcomed exactly as you are.

No.

There will be moments of quiet reflection, meditation, and personal time, but there will also be laughter, meaningful conversations, and shared experiences.

We believe healing often happens in both the silence and the connection.

Beautiful.

You are entering a space where every emotion is welcome.

There is nothing to fix.

Nothing to apologize for.

Laughter is welcome.

Tears are welcome.

Stillness is welcome.

Joy is welcome.

This retreat is a place where you are free to be authentically human.

Yes—we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation, interruption, medical coverage, and baggage protection.

Life happens, and travel insurance provides peace of mind for unexpected situations.

A $333 non-refundable deposit reserves your place.

Flexible payment plans are available.

Because Sage & Radiance is intentionally intimate, accommodations are limited and often fill well in advance.

There are a number of doctors in the town of Sayulita, some with 24 hour service. There is a small hospital in the neighboring town of San Francisco (a.k.a. San Pancho) for small emergencies and a number of excellent hospitals in Puerto Vallarta for bigger emergencies. Depending on the problem and the severity, there is someone you can be taken to for help.

Check-In time is 3pm. 

An earlier arrival is not a problem. 

If your cabana is not ready, our restaurant and terrace are available to you while you wait. 

You may also leave your luggage with our staff in the arrival/departure area if you would like to do some exploring. We deliver all luggage directly to the cabanas.

Check-Out time is 10am. 

Please have your luggage packed and placed on the porch outside your cabana at least one hour prior to your departure time. Our staff with pick it up and deliver it to the arrival/departure area. If your transportation has not yet arrived, our restaurant and terrace are available to you while you wait.

Haramara Retreat is located on the Central Pacific Coast of mainland Mexico in the coastal region of the state of Nayarit (known as Riviera Nayarit) near the town of Sayulita. Sayulita is located 45 minutes north of the city of Puerto Vallarta. We are in the Central Time Zone. Mexico observes Daylight Savings Time but does not make the time switch on the same dates as the United States.

We offer 60 and 90 minute massage sessions with different techniques like shiatsu, deep tissue, acupressure, thai and reiki, special body treatments using salt and oil, mud or chocolate, and facials, manicures and pedicures. 

Prices for services range from $25* – $100* U.S. *(Prices quoted are subject to change)

Cash and credit cards are accepted at Haramara Retreat for on-site purchases in our boutique, restaurant, terrace, pool bar and spa. Checks, including travelers checks, are not accepted.

Haramara Retreat is located on 12 acres of private land between the Sierra Madre Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Nestled into the tropical jungle vegetation on a hillside, it overlooks the wild and rugged coast of the Pacific Ocean and its own pristine unspoiled beach. All areas of the retreat are connected by a network of unpaved trails. Some of them are steep and can be slippery. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

Due to the nature of the terrain on which we are situated, Haramara Retreat is not recommended for young children or persons with limited or impaired mobility. 

 Haramara Retreat has been carefully designed to subtly merge the internal and external environments while at the same time meeting strict ecological standards with as little disturbance to the flora and fauna as possible. Admire the flora and fauna but please respect the fragile and beautiful ecosystem that surrounds you and stay on the paths provided.We ask that if it is at all possible to please bring organic toiletry items with you in order to keep the impact on the jungle ecosystem that surrounds us to a minimum.

We would love to connect with you.

Choosing a retreat is a personal decision, and we want you to feel comfortable every step of the way.

Please reach out with your questions. We're happy to help you discern whether Sage & Radiance is the right fit for this season of your life.

We look forward to welcoming you to Mexico and sharing a beautiful week of rest, connection, and remembering.

With love,

Lana Anderson Royce