• 6 Nights Accommodations 
• 3 Vegetarian Meals per Day (excluding alcoholic beverages) starting with lunch on the first day and ending with breakfast on the last day.
• Group Ground Transportation to/from Cusco Airport Airport to Retreat Center
• Daily Yoga Practices
• Personal Retreat Time (having time to nap, explore, walk, read, and just be)
• Despacho Ceremony
• Karma Yoga Service Project
• Hike to Sacha Munay Waterfall
• One Full Day Excursion to Pisac
• 2-Hour Spa Experience

Accommodations

The retreat center’s name translates as “Love from the Ancient Forest.” It is nestled in an oasis of native plants and fruit trees, nourished by a magnificent waterfall in the Sacred Valley of Peru. This lovely spot is in the Andes Mountains and is home to the twelve mountains known as Apus—“luminous beings.” Those who come to the center have the opportunity to commune directly with these mountains, as well as with the local curanderos and pacos (healers), who engage with us for ritual and Despacho ceremony.

The guests at this center enjoy delicious vegan meals with locally grown and lovingly prepared ingredients. Each guestroom is a reflection of the Peruvian culture of the Sacred Valley. The entire center embodies kindness, love, and wholeness that seem to permeate the magical place.

Sharada Devi is a certified Jivamukti Yoga teacher (E-RYT 500), Bhakti yogi, and founder/owner of Satsang Yoga Studio in Berea, Ohio. With over 10,000 hours of teaching experience, she has been guiding students since 2009 beyond the physical practice into a deeper experience of yoga—one that cultivates inner peace, clarity, and a meaningful connection to the Divine.

Her teaching weaves together intelligent asana sequencing, breath awareness, meditation, and the heart-opening practices of Bhakti Yoga, including mantra chanting and the singing of the Hanuman Chalisa. A devoted practitioner in the lineage of Neem Karoli Baba, Sharada creates a space that is both grounded and transformative—where students feel supported, inspired, and invited into something deeper.

Kanhaiya Das is a devoted Bhakti Yoga practitioner, gifted musician, and kirtan leader whose presence brings a sense of joy, sincerity, and connection. His musical path began in childhood and later led him to serve in the 122nd Army Band. Following a profound inner awakening, he felt called to share the spirit he discovered through music and devotion.

Also a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba, Kanhaiya shares a simple and powerful message: Love, Service, Devotion. Through kirtan—the chanting of the divine names—he creates an immersive, heart-centered experience that invites participants to let go, open, and reconnect with their true nature.

Together, Sharada and Kanhaiya offer a rare and complementary experience—blending the depth of traditional yoga practice with the transformative power of devotion, music, and community. Rooted in a shared path of Bhakti, their retreats offer not only practice, but a lived experience of devotion that is both authentic and deeply personal.

Testimonials

“Sharada helped me understand mindfulness when I started practicing yoga years ago. She is such a warm, wise, and loving woman, and she is an excellent yoga instructor. She lives a true yogi life. I completely trust and honor Sharada.”

“Sharada is a wonderful teacher who guides students through a slow engaging flow. She provides plenty of options for all levels, and her classes are welcoming to a beginner yet provide a challenge to an experienced yogi.”

“She teaches mindful awareness to the core and helps students to build core strength in any pose. She brings laughter to the practice and the joy of being human on our mats. I highly recommend Sharada to people new to the mat, and long-time yogis as well.”

The Sacred Valley is a magical place for healing and adventure. Whether you feel called to get out and explore or stay in and restore, Peru is the perfect place to do so. During your retreat, you will have plenty of free time during which you can enjoy some of what Peru has to offer. 

Here is a selection of tours and activities that you will be able to choose from while in Peru: 

• Healing Bodywork and Spa Treatments
• Tours of the Local Sacred Sites
• Hike to the Nearby Waterfall 
• Coca Leaf Readings 
• Traditional Incan Ceremonies
• Explore and Shop in the Local Villages

*Activities are not included in the price of tuition unless listed under “What’s Included”. Activities and availability are subject to change.

ADD-ON MACHU PICCHU TRIP  

2-Day Tour of Machu Picchu: $635 Shared Accommodations / $695 Single Accommodations

October 14 – 16, 2027; trip concludes the morning of October 16, 2027.

This retreat includes the option to add-on an overnight tour of Machu Picchu to the end of your experience. Pre-registration is required.

Includes:

• 2 Nights Accommodations (1 Night Aguas Calientes, 1 Night Cusco)
• 4 Meals
• Transportation (Group Transport, Bus, Train)
• Tour Guide
• Machu Picchu Entrance Fee

The journey will begin with a drive through the Sacred Valley, passing through several fascinating towns, villages, and sacred sites in the valley. Arriving in Ollantaytambo, a small town that still maintains its Inca architecture and offers the opportunity to visit and explore the majestic archaeological site, which overlooks the route to Machu Picchu.

Take a beautiful train ride from “Olla” along the river to the town of Aguas Calientes. Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, enjoying the quaint town along the river. Arrive in Machu Picchu the next day before sunrise to witness the illumination of the sacred ruins. Experience an unforgettable day at Machu Picchu, exploring the sacred Incan “City of Light,” learning about the sacred ruins and taking moments to sit, breathe, and experience the powerful energy of one of the most sacred sites on the planet. After the tour, you will spend a final night in Cusco and take a shuttle to the airport the following day.

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Getting There 

True Nature specializes in curating and offering the best retreat experiences. For your flights, we recommend that you use Google Flights or a trusted travel agency. 

You will be booking your flights for the Cusco Airport (CUZ). Most flights will arrive via a connection in Lima. Before booking tickets, please be sure you have received your official confirmation note that the retreat has met its minimums. There will be group shuttles each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use a group shuttle. The drive time to the center is approximately 1.5 hours. 

Travel Insurance

We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $150, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip. 

We have partnered with Trawick International (available for U.S. Residents only). Read more about their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have questions about traveling abroad? After you register, we will provide you with a Participant’s Package with helpful information. Also, be sure to check out our Participant FAQs. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us at info@truenaturetravels.com and let us know how we can help!

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Shared Accommodations – $2995 USD (Full Price $3295)

Triple Shared Accommodations $2795 USD (Full Price $3095)

Single Accommodations – $3895 USD

Deposit & Payment Requirements

To secure your tuition rate and reserve your spot, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required at the time of registration:

• $350 for registrations made more than 90 days before the trip.
• $1,000 for registrations made 60–90 days before the trip.
• Full payment is required for registrations made within 60 days of the retreat.

A non-refundable $50 payment processing fee will also be added to the tuition at registration.

If you select Deposit Payment, depending on when you registered, your remaining balance will be split into 1-3 payments and processed with your credit card on file on the dates indicated on your Confirmation Letter.

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Cancellation

• Initial deposits and the $50 registration fee are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before a retreat excluding the initial deposit and the $50 registration fee.
• 89 days prior to a retreat, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Full tuition is refunded* if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $50 registration fee is not refundable.
• True Nature Travels is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates.

*Refundable amounts do not include applied credits.

If you wish to cancel your spot on a trip you must submit your cancellation by email to info@truenaturetravels.com.