"Part of the healing comes through feeling the fresh air — the jungle air."
Casa Arkaana is not a hotel. It is a living sanctuary — off the grid, powered entirely by the sun, nourished by its own well. There is no air conditioning. The windows stay open. The jungle comes in.
At night you hear the crickets, the bats, the owls. In the morning, birdsong before any alarm. The space itself begins to regulate your nervous system before the first session starts.
Maja and Asdru built this place to serve exactly one purpose: to hold people in deep transformation. Every space, every meal, every detail was designed with that intention.
Everything your nervous system has been asking for.
Ceremony · Movement · Sharing
The Temple
An octagonal temple woven from the jungle itself — open to the breeze, sealed from the creatures by fine mosquito netting. Where breath, movement, and stillness meet.
Sacred Waters
Cenote Pool
Waters that rise from cenotes deep beneath the land — sacred to the Maya for millennia. Cool, mineral-rich, and alive in a way no ordinary pool can be.
Blessing · Cleansing · Protection
Flower Bath
Petals, jungle flowers, herbs, prayer, and presence. A sacred cleansing ritual used for protection — to wash away what no longer serves and restore what does.
Vibration · Integration
Sound Healing
Singing bowls, ceremonial instruments, and the living sounds of the jungle itself. A vibration that reaches where words cannot — deep rest for the nervous system.
Nourishment
Food as Medicine
Every meal prepared with love — sourced from local producers, from the land when the seasons allow, and always plant-forward, alive, and full of intention.
The Container
The Jungle
Five acres of old-growth Mayan jungle — untouched, ancient, and generous. The land itself is part of the healing, working alongside every session, every ceremony, every silence.
You Are Safe Here
This is someone's home. And you are welcome in it.
A family home, not a managed property
Casa Arkaana is where Mila was born and is growing up. We treat every corner of this land the way you treat your own home — with love, intention, and care in every detail. A member of our family is here every day when a retreat is in session.
Safe for solo travelers
Many guests come alone — especially women. The atmosphere here is that of a family home: warm, grounded, and deeply intentional about who enters the space. You can let your guard down without feeling exposed.
Intimate group sizes
No more than 26 participants per retreat. A size where you're seen, not lost — intimate enough for real connection, spacious enough to find your own rhythm. The container creates the depth that large retreats cannot.
Experienced, conscious hosting
We've hosted hundreds of participants over the years. We've learned to read when someone is going through a process or quietly needs support — and how to be present without being intrusive, always respecting the facilitator's space.
56 Five Star Reviews on Google
What guests carry home.
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Alec
Past Guest · Sep 2024
★★★★★
"I was a lost soul before arriving to Casa Arkaana, I left with a second chance at life. I am eternally grateful to these beautiful people, I will be returning no doubt about it. Unequivocally the greatest experience of my life thus far."
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Sandrine Rioux
Guest · 3.5 months · May 2025
★★★★★
"Spending 3.5 months at Casa Arkaana was one of the most transformative and beautiful periods of my life, which will stay in my heart forever. Falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle, or the 'voice of the night' was magical."
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Jeanine Burgos
New York, USA · May 2024
★★★★★
"I arrived so exhausted from the NY hustle and this stay brought me back to life, revitalized my whole entire being. The space is nestled in the jungle away from the city. We ate the most nourishing meals every single day."
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N Kumar
Past Guest · Nov 2024
★★★★★
"I wouldn't be exaggerating to say it was one of the best experiences of my life. The setting is beautiful — Blue Morpho butterflies in the Caribbean jungle. From the moment I arrived, Asdru and Maja made me feel so much at home."
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Traveling Lotus
Past Guest · Jun 2024
★★★★★
"I did a five-day women's retreat here, and it was an experience beyond words. Your warm hospitality and the sacred space you have lovingly created allowed me to heal in ways I never thought was possible."
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Sasha Surzhanskaya
Past Guest
★★★★★
"Amazing hidden place in the jungle..you are close to the beautiful beaches and cenotes and yet far away from the hustle and bustle of Tulum. Maja and Asdru has put so much love in creating this beautiful space and it really feels like home from the moment you get there."
The structures are designed for the tropics — cross-ventilation, elevated ceilings, and a 5-acre jungle canopy that acts as a natural cooling system. Inside is always cooler than outside. At night, the jungle drops to genuinely cool temperatures that most guests don't expect.
Is it safe for solo female travellers?
Absolutely. Casa Arkaana is a family home first — warm, protective, and deeply intentional about who enters the space. Many of our guests are women travelling alone, and they consistently describe feeling held, not watched. You are in the care of a family, not a company.
How do I get there from the airport?
90 minutes from Cancún, 60 minutes from Tulum — both airports with international connections. We're easy to reach, yet deep enough in the jungle that the shift begins the moment you turn off the highway. We can arrange your transfer so you don't have to think about it.
Is there WiFi?
Yes — strong Starlink connection throughout the property, super reliable for video calls and email. We encourage you to step away from social media while you're here, but we know that being able to handle what matters back home is what makes a full week in the jungle possible.
What should I bring?
Light, breathable clothing. Reef-safe sunscreen. A journal. Insect repellent (or use our copal). An open mind.
Are there insects?
You're immersed in a living ecosystem. We use copal every evening — a traditional Mayan resin that's a natural repellent and a beautiful ritual.
Can I come outside of scheduled retreats?
Yes — depending on the season and availability, we welcome guests beyond our scheduled retreat calendar. Reach out with your dates and what you're looking for, and we'll see what we can weave together.
Maja & Asdru
Co-Founders
Still Have Questions?
We'd love to hear what you have in mind.
Whether you need help with airport transfers, want to arrive a few days early to settle in, or simply want to know more about an upcoming retreat — reach out. We'll get back to you personally.
