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MEDITATION & YOGA RETREAT NEAR MEDELLÍN
Tucked into the mountains of Guatapé—surrounded by gardens, fresh spring water, and birdsong—La Casa de Loto is a meditation and yoga retreat center inspired by the Japanese tradition of shukubō (temple stays), where guests naturally settle into the daily rhythm of contemplative life. Here, you can arrive any day and give yourself the time and space that you need to turn inward.
Rooted in the non-dual teachings of the Indian Mahasiddhas, we guide you in open awareness meditation, Hatha yoga, breathwork, and periods of noble silence—not as a program to complete, but as a gentle way of cultivating deep rest, clarity, and effortless mindfulness.
With no more than ten guests at a time, La Casa de Loto offers a peaceful space to reconnect with yourself, nature, and a small community of like-minded people. Whether you come to begin or deepen your practice, you're welcome here.
PEMA (OUR FOUNDER)
Pema is a meditation teacher, yogi, and scholar with over 15 years of dedicated study and practice in the Buddhist and Yogic traditions. He has trained with renowned masters including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, and his root teacher, Loppon Jigme Rinpoche.
After leaving a successful international music career, Pema devoted his life to contemplative practice and founded La Casa de Loto to share the transformative power of meditation, yoga, and retreat in a simple, authentic, and accessible way.
Set among gardens, forests, and mountain views, La Casa de Loto's eco-friendly cabins are designed for simple, contemplative living. Each space offers everything you need and nothing you don't — a comfortable bed, a quiet corner for practice, and views that invite you to slow down, reconnect with nature, and turn inward.
At La Casa de Loto, we enjoy serving you delicious, wholesome vegetarian dishes. Our thoughtfully assembled meals feature locally grown vegetarian food and sustainably sourced ingredients, prepared with lots of love.
La Casa de Loto is located in the magical mountains of Guatapé offering mesmerizing views, abundant wildlife, nature, and a refreshing breath of fresh air, inviting you to experience a world of natural beauty and serenity. Travel from MDE airport takes around 80 minutes.