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SEMI-SILENT MEDITATION & YOGA RETREAT | GUATAPÉ, COLOMBIA
Tucked into the mountains of Guatapé — surrounded by gardens, fresh spring water, and birdsong — La Casa de Loto is a place to slow down, quiet the mind, and let the nervous system settle. In a few unhurried days you can relax deeply, breathe more easily, and reconnect with yourself.
Our sanctuary is open to people of all backgrounds, whether you've had a contemplative practice for years or have never sat in silence before. Drawing on the non-dual teachings of the Indian Mahasiddhas, we guide you in open awareness meditation, hatha yoga, and breathwork. Mornings are held in silence; afternoons are open for rest, hikes, treatments, and gentle conversation.
Small groups. Cozy eco-friendly cabins. Wholesome vegetarian meals. Time to return to yourself.
Only 10 guests at a time · From 350.000 COP per night (~100 USD)
"Let go, and rest naturally." — Tilopa, Indian Mahasiddha
TESTIMONIALS
"This place is simply spectacular! Completely secluded, the scenery is unreal, the food delicious, and the care from the team was excellent."
SHOMIT VAID | UNITED STATES
"My experience at Casa de Loto was wonderful. It was my first retreat, and it couldn't have been better. It was an earthly paradise — the sound of the water, the fireflies, the moon, the birds… everything invites you to be present. The food was delicious."
SOAD MARÚN | COLOMBIA
PEMA (OUR FOUNDER)
Pema has over 15 years of dedicated study and practice deeply grounded in the Dzogchen tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. He has studied with renowned teachers including The Dalai Lama, Dzongsar Khyentse, and his guru, Loppon Jigme Rinpoche.
His path here was anything but conventional. Losing both parents in childhood, and later his inheritance, taught him early how fragile worldly security can be. Music became his refuge, and eventually his career — a successful one that took him around the world. But the deeper questions that had followed him since childhood never went away. Then came a crisis that brought everything into question. In the middle of it, something shifted: a direct recognition of how impermanent our thoughts, emotions, and experiences really are. That recognition changed the course of his life. He left his career and possessions behind and spent the next fifteen years in Tibetan temples, in retreat, study, and practice.
Pema founded La Casa de Loto to make the depth of traditional retreat accessible to anyone drawn to genuine practice.
Inspired by the tranquility of the Buddha's forest retreat tradition, La Casa de Loto offers a space for meditation and mindfulness practices amidst the beauty of nature. Our thoughtfully designed eco-friendly cabins, nestled in the forest with a mountain creek flowing by, offer comfortable spaces for relaxation and enchanting views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and listen to the calming sounds of nature.
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. We believe in the healing power of food, and craft our meals carefully to balance the body and mind, promoting overall well-being and health.
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 tranquility.
Travel from MDE airport usually takes around 80 minutes, and around 2 hours from Medellin City (el Poblado).