Tulum, Mexico is one of the most fantastic destinations for healing and wellness. I took my very first wellness vacation ever to Tulum in 2021 and it was nothing short of a complete life rebirth.
What did I experience in terms of healing in Tulum?
I arrived in Tulum with the most intense anxiety, stress that had been stuck in my body for 8-10 months from my work contract and I was dangerously teetering on the brink of burnout.
I booked a 7-day trip there staying at Copal Tulum Hotel (which I highly recommend btw!) and experienced such deep healing during my trip that I extended my stay to 14 days.
Yup! It was THAT healing, THAT transformative, THAT inspirational, THAT motivating.
I did yoga and tapping every day, drank a whole lotta green juice and went to multiple energy healing sessions.
Here’s a summary of my time in Tulum.
My Tulum Wellness Vacation Itinerary:
- Morning green juices & organic healthy, meals
- Daily yoga, EFT tapping, Morning Swim
- Stress Relief Adventure Activities: ATV Riding, Ziplining, Horseback Riding, Snorkeling with the turtles
- Anxiety Healing – Sobada Maya Massage at Copal Tulum Hotel, Temazcal Ceremony at Holistika Tulum
- Energy Healing Sessions – Astral Travel & Holotropic Breathwork with an intuitive life coach, Deep Subconscious Healing with an energy healer, Sound Healing Ceremony at Holistika Tulum
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The entire program that I indulged myself in was scintillating and purely revitalizing, but one of my absolute favorite experiences that I had there was the Temazcal Ceremony at Holistika that I participated in.
An ancient sweat lodge sauna if you will. A way to purify your soul and cleanse your inner crevices. This experience purges you and deeply clears stress and anxiety from your body.
In this article, I’m sharing with you the scoop on this indigenous healing ritual that will rebirth you like no other!
If you’re looking for unique ways to detox and de-stress your mind and body –> this one’s for you! Keep reading.
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The Temazcal Experience
Originating from the Mayan and Native American cultures, the Temazcal sweat lodge is a powerful therapeutic ritual designed to purify the mind, body, and spirit. The word “Temazcal” comes from the Nahuatl language, meaning “house of heat”. These traditional structures typically consist of a small, dome-shaped enclosure made from stone or adobe.
The way that the experience works is you go into a cement hut that has hot stones that are steaming in the middle of the hut. For the ceremony that I attended, they did 4 rounds of hot rocks. So we started with hot rocks, they throw water on them with herbs to make the steam billow and fill the hut with lots of steam and healing properties!
Traditional Mexican Sweat Lodge – Image courtesy of Trip Savvy
Once everyone is in the hut and the rocks are steaming, the door is closed and you are exposed to HOT temperatures, indigenous chanting, and a serious detox of sweat and release. After a certain amount of time, the hut door is open to let fresh air in and prepare for another round of hot rocks.
This cycle continues for about 4 times until the end of the ceremony. Round 2 – I had to take a 5 min break, leave the hut, go take a cold shower and return. By Round 4, I was so detoxified that I felt different physically. Lighter, liberated, shifted, fulfilled. The ceremony is closed up with a gratitude experience and a prayer for good measure.
When I left the ceremony, I felt a deep sense of peace and an overwhelming sensation of relief glazing through my body. I became filled with the tremendous sense of infinite possibility and for the first time, in a long time, felt my internal strength and power come rushing back to me in a rush of captivation.
This ceremony was one of the most transformative healing practices that I have indulged in to-date and I will most definitely be heading back down to Mexico for another one soon!
So, how does the Temazcal work and where can you find them? Let’s continue.
Sweat to De-Stress – Here’s the scientific scoop
While the benefits of the Temazcal ceremony have been celebrated for centuries, modern science has started to shed light on its effectiveness. As the body enters the intensely heated environment, it undergoes several physiological changes.
The release of endorphins, known as the “feel-good” hormones, promotes a sense of relaxation and euphoria. Additionally, the intense sweating eliminates toxins from the body, clears out stress and deeply wedged anxiety, leaving you feeling revitalized and rebirthed.
Holistika Tulum Temazcal – Image courtesy of Facebook
Finding Temazcal in Tulum
Since Tulum is home to the indigenous Mayan culture, it is the perfect destination to find an array of Temazcal ceremonies.
Located on the breathtaking Riviera Maya, Tulum boasts a myriad of wellness retreats and eco-lodges that offer authentic Temazcal ceremonies with Mayan shamans guiding them. You can find an incredible holistic program including weekly Temazcal ceremonies at Holistika which is about a 20 min drive inland from Tulum Beach.
I also did a Full Moon Sound Healing ceremony at Holistika (which I took psilocybin “magic mushrooms” before) – which was AMAZING and they have an incredible healthy restaurant on property.
Holistika Tulum also offers accommodation which is perfect to take advantage of if you’re doing multiple of their ceremonies and/or healing sessions. CLICK HERE to book your stay at Holistika!
Unlocking the Healing Power of Temazcal
From the idyllic shores of Tulum to hidden destinations worldwide, these sacred sweat lodges offer a powerful gateway to stress reduction and deep anxiety relief. And to fully embrace the transformative power of the ceremony, it’s essential to approach it with an open mind and willingness to surrender to the experience.
The ceremony typically involves guided meditation, chanting, and the pouring of water infused with medicinal herbs onto heated rocks. As the steam fills the lodge, allow yourself to let go of stress and anxiety, inviting a deep sense of peace and serenity to wash over you.
These ceremonies make for an amazing reset and if you have been feeling burned out, extremely stressed and like you’re life is going on a downhill spiral, a Temazcal Ceremony is exactly what you are looking for.
These ceremonies will clear out those emotions and vibrations that are keeping you low and stuck and propel you onto an energized path of greatness, giving you a clean slate to create a new life chapter for yourself.
Beyond Tulum: Temazcal ceremonies around the world
Beyond Tulum, travelers seeking unique sweat lodge experiences can venture to remote corners of the world.
In the enchanting landscapes of New Zealand, hidden Maori sweat lodges offer an opportunity to connect with indigenous culture and gain a profound understanding of Maori traditions.
New Zealand – Image courtesy of Escape Magazine
There are also lesser-known Temazcal ceremonies that happen occasionally in the remote forests outside of Seattle, Washington.
And if you want to venture further abroad to another wonderful vortex destination – check out the sweat lodges in Bali, Indonesia. There are a number of traditional Balinese sweat lodges that offer a unique blend of island healing traditions.
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As you embark on your wellness journey, remember that the healing process doesn’t end when the Temazcal ceremony concludes. When I did the ceremony, if anything it served as a catalyst for me to take control of my life again and regain my energy + personal power.
Take the time to integrate your experience into your daily life, practicing self-care and nurturing your newfound sense of peace. Reflect on the insights gained during the ceremony and use them as a catalyst for positive change.
When you visit Tulum, be prepared to immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere of the cenotes, explore ancient ruins, and indulge in nourishing cuisine.
You can feel the magic once you step into the region of Tulum. It is a mystical, enchanted landscape that is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
So, let’s get you booked! I know that you will LOVE the transformative power of Temazcal.
It can be a challenging ceremony due to the intense heat but I played it like I was on “Survivor” haha and I wasn’t giving up until we made it through to the end!
Your body will feel ten times lighter (energetically) and you will feel enthusiasm for life again with a whole new perspective on the infinite possibilities that are available to us.
It is a life changing experience and it will give you the excitement for life that you desire and crave. Book the trip to Tulum, let’s do this!
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Note: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or medical practitioner with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Always remember LIFE IS TO BE LIVED.
YOU ARE LIMITLESS!
Until next time,
Nikki
Xo
