Join us for a traditional steam bath temezcal in the home of our community partners. We will learn about the history and tradition of this practice as a form of preventative medicine in the community to combat fatigue, stress, and bad sleep. The women of Teotitlán have been using this steam bath as a way to heal and gather for centuries. We will participate in a spirirtual cleansing or limpia, a Zapotec massage, and an hour long session in the temezcal followed by a nourishing meal.

Schedule: 3pm-9pm

Cost per person: $230 USD/4,325 MXN (Open Outing 2-6 participants)

Includes:

  • Personalized guide and translation (Spanish/English)

  • Comfortable transportation round trip from Oaxaca city (40 minutes each way)Pick up and drop off from your hotel or vacation rental (Centro, Jalatlaco, Xochimilico, Reforma, San Felipe)

  • Learn about traditional healing practices in the community from our hosts, learning about the plants used and practices preformed for thing like ojo and sustso

  • Participate in a limpia (spiritual cleansing)

  • Traditional Zapotec massage (performed while clothed, 15-20 minute duration)

  • One hour steam bath in the temezcal, rest and acclimate

  • Option to learn about weaving and natural dyes while we rest

  • Nourisning dinner by a cocinera tradicional such as chicken or vegetable soup and atole

  • A chance to purchase rugs or other woven goods (such as bags) directly from our hosts (price of items not included)

  • Drinking water and light snacks

  • Donation to women's cooperative annual project

*A bathing suit, sandals, and a change of warm comfortable clothing for after the steam bath are all recommended for this experience.

**We recommend eating a light lunch before pick up, we will be having a filling and nourishing dinner after our temezcal experience.

***This experience must be booked at least 5 days in advance.

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Disclaimer: These activities or recommended herbs have not been evaluated by any medical practitioners or federal/international health organizations. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern or condition, consult a physician. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet, using any new product, drug, supplement, or doing any new exercises. Please let us know if you have any medical conditions that would make you ineligible to participate in the activities offered.