We serve discerning guests a unique and healing combination of an Ashtanga yoga Intensive coupled with a delicious cleansing raw vegan diet, daily hiking adventures and inspiring evening discussions in the magnificent Cloud Forest of Ecuador.
About
At Casa Verde Raw Yoga Hiking Retreat Ecuador we offer attentive and personalized yoga, world class hiking, as well as raw/vegan cuisine and meal prep instruction. We have unparalleled peace and quiet in outstanding nature.
We are nestled on 5 acres of cloud forest backing up to the mountainous 47,444 acres of nationally protected Mindo-Nambillo Preserve in the Andes. Just 2 hours west of the capital city Quito and 4 miles outside the village of Mindo, the area is known worldwide for its fantastic birding and incredible diversity of plants, orchids, and butterflies.
Our property has 5 trails, 3 waterfalls, and 3 creeks to explore and enjoy. Because of our fertile location (good temperature, excellent soil and the right amount of sun and rain) we can grow bananas, avocados, pineapples, citrus, herbs, spices, greens, veggies and a multitude of exotic flowers right in our front yard year round.
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga is a dynamic practice, building strength, agility, balance and confidence. Wendy teaches using the traditional method of hands-on assists, enabling students to explore postures deeper, creating muscle memory and allowing students to move through physical and mental limitations swiftly. We welcome beginners to advanced. You will be amazed how quickly your yoga practice evolves.
Living Foods
We offer a 100% RAW plant-based, nutritionally balanced, alkaline diet of locally grown tropical fruits, sprouts, veggies, nuts and seeds prepared in simple yet delicious recipes. Our meal plan is supremely nourishing, cleansing and ultimately very satisfying. If you need to lose weight, you can expect to shed pounds effortlessly. Everyone can expect to cleanse environmental toxins, leaving you feeling light and bright.
Incredible Nature
It’s proven that quality time in Nature releases stress, improves mood and boosts immune systems. Our water is fresh from a spring and we have tons of VITAMIN TREE! Our area is famous for its amazing bio-diversity, hiking, sparkling rivers, and waterfalls. With over 250 species of butterflies and 4000 species of orchids, every day you will be delighted by beautiful flora and fauna.
Ready to book your transformative retreat? Contact us to get started!
