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6 Day Advaita and Meditation Retreat in Curaçao
Ashram Curaçao, Kaya Lobi 107, Willemstad, Curaçao
Curaçao Advaita Vedanta Retreat
Ashram Curacao offers the opportunity to get in touch with spiritual values, as documented in Indian philosophy, with the purpose of eventually obtaining insight into one's true nature or self-realization. These insights can be acquired regardless of origin, culture, religion, or conviction. Advaita Vedanta or non-duality, one of the oldest schools of Hindu philosophy, is the main understanding of the ashram, but we welcome everyone who is seeking a deeper sense of self-awareness.
Meet the instructors
Dolph, Nephtalie, & Ritu
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Highlights
- Meditation session
- Yoga (twice a week)
- Silent meditation
- Selfless, mindful work
- Satsangs / Advaita Vedanta (gatherings / teachings with Advaita/Zen teacher)
- Snacks, water, coffee, and tea
- 6 days / 5 nights accommodation
- 3 vegetarian meals daily
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
4 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Dutch, Spanish
Group size: Maximum of 6 participants
Airport transfer available:
Curaçao International Airport (Hato Int'l Airport) (US$55 per person)
Curaçao International Airport (Hato Int'l Airport) (US$55 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
12:00
Facilities
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Garden
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
- Outdoor shower
The Ashram is beautifully located at the easter part of the Island. This is a quiet and peaceful place where relaxation is guaranteed. The Ashram shares its premises with Dinah Veeris which is Curacao's most famous herbal lady. The Ashram house is the center of the Ashram and close to the meditation and yoga area. With two newly planted food forests (permaculture and syntropic farming the Ashram executes farm to table. The small forests also function as mindful activities like gardening and harvesting. Truly an amazing place.
During your stay, you will stay in a single room. A shared room is also an option. Please send an inquiry to Ashram Curaçao if you're interested. The ashram is basic and comfortable.
Program
Daily schedule (this is an indication and might vary)
- 07:00 Silent meditation
- 08:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Satsang (consciousness class)
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:30 Free time
- 16:00 Walking meditation
- 16:30 Gardening, mindful work
- 18:30 Dinner
- 21:00 End of day
- *Yoga classes are offered twice a week
- *Friday is program-free. You can either go explore the island or relax at the ashram.
Ashram Curaçao's approach to yoga is its broader original system. Yoga means unity, or, becoming one with source. Self-realization is originally what yoga is about. There is a lot more to yoga than postures and meditation.
During your time at the ashram you will learn meditation techniques, postures that work for you, and acquire better breathing awareness. Insights on how the ego works will arise, the monkey mind will become less active and you will obtain a deeper understanding of the mechanics of the brain and consciousness.
Note that the mind needs at least 3 days to get acquainted with the tranquil mind. From 3 days on the mind tends to open up to obtain a greater awareness of spiritual realization.
The ashram is beautifully located in the midst of rural area Fuik. This quiet and serene place shares its premises with the well-known herbalist Dinah Veeris. Dinah's herbal oasis is part of the Ashram experience. Dolph and Nephtalie run the ashram together and are happy to share their space and practices with everyone on a path to self-realization.
Instructors
Dolph van Stapele
From the age of 10, Dolph started sensing a more in-depth perception of life. After 2 decades of searching in a variety of spiritual directions to find some clarity, he discovered the wisdom of Buddha. Buddha's search for liberation of the suffering resonated with Dolph's internal quest. The late Indian Advaita Vedanta teacher Shri Nisargadatta Maharaj represented the embodiment of this wisdom and Dolph took a deep dive and after an intense period of dedicated search with his own teacher he understood the non dual nature of existence, the oneness we often hear about.
Nephtalie Demei
Nephtalie was born in Curaçao, and even as a young child she felt that there was more to life than what is visible to the eye. This need to understand led her to traveling the world, mostly on her own, to find her spiritual path. After years of searching in many different places, she came to realise that the truth cannot be found in one geological place, it's everywhere. We are it. Her empathetic heart, makes her a welcoming and valuable listener and host. She is also a Reiki healer. As a duo, she and Dolph make Ashram Curaçao a warm and welcoming place to stay.
Ritu Daryanani
Born and raised in India, Padma Daryanani better known as Ritu started her yoga journey in Curaçao. A personal journey became a passion and she pursued it further by taking the teacher training back home in India. While assisting and giving classes in a local studio, the thirst to know more furthered her journey beyond just giving classes. After the teacher training and some practical experience, the need to specialize in therapeutic yoga, breathing techniques, yoga Nidra, and prenatal yoga opened more doors in this journey. She successfully ran a full yoga studio.
Location
The ashram is located in a beautiful hilly area with its view over the eastern part of the Island. On top of what is called mount Ashram which is a 10 minutes hike to the top, you will experience a magnificent meditation area, especially during sunrise and sunset. This is also part of a hiking trail. It is located in Willemstad.
Features
Activities
- Massage
- Reiki
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Garden
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Yoga deck
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
Services
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Food
All meals are vegetarian meals and some are from farm to table. The Ashram has its own small syntropic food forest.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
- Indian head massage
- Reiki treatment
- Herbal consultation
- Herbal tour
Spa treatments
Reiki treatment and herbal consultations are available at extra cost (40 USD).
What's included
- 6 days / 5 nights accommodation
- Advaita satsangs
- Meditation
- Yoga (twice a week)
- 3 vegetarian meals daily
- Snacks, tea, coffee, water
What's not included
- Airport transportation
- Flights
How to get there
Recommended Airports
CUR
Curaçao International Airport (Hato Int'l Airport)
18 km
Transfer available for additional US$55 per person
Arrival by airplane
It is approximately an hour's drive from the airport to the Ashram. It's easy to get a taxi at the airport. They're located in the designated taxi area right next to arrivals.
Airport: Curaçao International Airport (Hato Int'l Airport)
Airport transfer available:
Curaçao International Airport (Hato Int'l Airport) (US$55 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 7 days before arrival.
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