Palawan Soul Year-end Retreat 2022: Honorable Closures and Opening to Vision

Join us for our year-end retreat in one of El Nido’s most stunning coastal areas and pristine beaches this coming December 8-11.

A 4 day retreat dedicated to Honorable Closure where we will go through a process together to reflect, review, recharge, and re-open to visioning our Future possibilities. In this retreat, through Undoing Yoga, intuitive movement, sound circles, nature immersion, ritual and ceremony, we bring closure to what has been completed, extending gratitude, reflecting on our learnings and igniting courage for reparations.

HONORABLE CLOSURE
Engage in a process of bringing closure to parts of our lives that are holding us back from embracing new possibilities.

UNDOING YOGA
Join Dona as she guides us in unwinding, unfolding, and undoing the tight spaces in our bodies through intuitive yoga, breath and movement,
allowinging energy to flow freely in our bodies and in our lives.

NATURE IMMERSION
Nature is our ally, our teacher, and our healer. Experience Nature through forest walks, river explorations, and rituals grounded in the Four Elements.

SOUND AND MOVEMENT CIRCLE
Connect with your inner voice and release blockages through the power of dance, sound, drums, and song. (in collaboration with guest sound healer Imana Lightweb)

Inclusions:
✨ 3N/4D stay in beachfront lodges of @ecosanctuaries.elnido, Nacpan Beach (Please visit bit.ly/bookingecosan for photos and to learn more about the accommodations)
✨ Daily breakfast
✨ 3 morning practice (Undoing yoga, movement, breath)
✨ 2 evening practice (Undoing yoga, movement, breath)
✨ 1 sound and movement circle
✨ 1 nature immersion (forest bathing, river walks to waterfalls)
✨ 1 van transfer to nature immersion site
✨ 1 yoga mat from above athletica during retreat (rental only)
✨ 2 yoga blocks from above athletica during retreat (rental only)

Not included:
✨ Airfare to Puerto Princesa or El Nido
✨ Airport transfers to/from venue (we may arrange this for you)

About the main space holder:

DONA TUMACDER-ESTEBAN
Dona’s purpose is simple: to live life fully, fiercely, unapologetically grounded in Wholeness as our foundation.

As one of the leading Embodiment teachers in the Philippines, Dona awakens people through their bodies and guides people in conceiving and giving birth to an expanded version of themselves with deep reverence for Great Mystery and the cycles of life. She does these through practices grounded in Indigenous Wisdom and the Wisdom of the Cosmos, Energy Management, and an integrative approach to Wellbeing that honors our Wholeness.

In Dona’s classes and movement labs, you will expand perspective, explore different ways of inhabiting one’s body, and bring harmony to Self by skillfully navigating the diversity of life’s experiences. Her practical approach bridges age-old philosophy and new scientific developments with modern day living.

Dona facilitates workshops in Asia and Europe where she weaves movement, integrative life force nutrition, energy work, and Indigenous Wisdom with Nature as a great ally and teacher. Dona also provides face-to-face and online Inner Moon mentoring. Follow her on IG @innermoonwellbeing, @mindbodydona and www.innermoonwellbeing.com

About the accommodations:

We highlight the experience of being close to nature in all its beautiful, yet raw, splendor. While you’re suspending the comforts of city luxuries, you’ll be welcomed with stunning views and full access to the ocean.

You will be staying in a beachfront lodge and cabins in Nacpan Beach. The lodge with sea view balcony, mini garden, and indoor toilet can host up to 4 pax, Php26,950 per person package shared queen beds. The cabins have indoor toilet and can host up to 2 pax each, with one queen bed each person. The cabin package costs Php29,950 per person.

The venue is an eco-friendly resort which is solar-powered 24/7. There is no airconditioning however, there are fans and the lodge and cabins were designed to be cool even during the day and at night, given its location, gets the gentle breeze from the ocean. Signing up for this retreat means you are signing up to stay in a natural environment and not a luxury resort. As we are surrounded by nature, one must accept that we are subject to nature’s elements.

There is no signal in the property given the mountain behind us blocking the signal. However, there is satellite wifi for guest’s convenience which can be used for communications.

Given the setup of shared rooms, males may book in the nearby Nacpan Glamping/Hotel, Angkla, or Seaside Hue Resort, all a few minutes away by walk on the beach. We will be discounting Php8,000 off the package for those who will be booking elsewhere but joining us for the retreat. The same applies to El Nido residents who want to join. In the event that a cabin frees up for one male, he must pay the full rate of Php29,950.

Getting to El Nido:

OPTION 1: DIRECT FLIGHT TO EL NIDO
You may either choose to fly directly to El Nido via AirSwift airlines. You will land in Lio airport, and from there, Nacpan beach is accessible in 30-40 minutes by land travel. We can arrange a van or a 4×4 ride to bring you to the venue should you wish, or you may also take a trike.

OPTION 2: FLIGHT TO PUERTO PRINCESA AND LAND TRAVEL TO EL NIDO
For cheaper flight options via AirAsia, Cebu Pacific, or Philippine Airlines. If coming from Puerto Princesa Airport, there are several common private vans that go to El Nido daily, or you can also charter your own van if coming with a companion/s.*Depending on travel regulations, as of now, participants need to apply for an S-Pass permit. This can easily be obtained through the website and uploading needed documents such as ID, proof of stay, and vaccination card.

Other FAQ:

– We have common pick-up times for 4×4 truck from Kalye Artisano or the airport, a 5 minute trike from El Nido airport, starting at 11:00AM to go directly to our venue. There is a 30-40 minute travel time from Lio Estate to Nacpan Beach.

– Roundtrip cost per person for 4×4 pickup from Kalye Artisano, Lio Estate will depend on the number of participants joining the retreat to cover the costs. The pick-up truck goes directly to the resort.

– There are no ATMs nearby the venue, the nearest is in Lio airport. Bring emergency cash and for other extra add-ons such as one-on-one services, massages, snacks, etc.

– First come, first serve. Limited to 8 slots only. Deadline to register is on or before November 4, 2022.

TERMS:
– Non-refundable once deposit is made. 50% to confirm slot or full payment may be made. Once deposit is made, the rest of the pending payment must be completed at least two weeks before the retreat. While slots are non-refundable, it may be transferred to another person if needed.
– May not be rescheduled given the limited slots available per retreat. Only valid for reschedule due to natural calamities or medical emergencies.
– There is a minimum number of participants to push through with the retreat. We will inform two weeks before should there be a need to postpone and reschedule the retreat if the minimum is not met.

**Private retreats in El Nido may be accommodated for a minimum size of 2 pax and on your group’s chosen date. Email soulspeakretreats@gmail.com for inquiries on this offer.