Seven Night Retreat Kona Big Island
This unique event is designed to introduce you to the spiritual and cultural aspects of the Big Island of Hawaii.
The island has powerful healing energy and a strong belief in the goddess Pele abounds. Come and be part of our ohana ( family) for this very special retreat. Guided meditations, connection to the elements of the Big Island, discussions on the true nature of Aloha, Ho’o pono pono , visits to sacred sites and cultural activities are just some of the experiences you will enjoy.
Activities are subject to change, transport included, some meals included, Retreat accomodation will be in a vacation home in Kona
Join us: July 22nd 2018, October 21st 2018 or January 20th 2019
if you have a group we can organize a private retreat at a time to suit you
Sunday Arrive
- Welcome and Opening meditation
- Sunset and dinner together
Monday
- Meditation ( each day will start with a meditation designed to connect you to the Aina and elements of Hawaii)
- Chanting ( an opportunity to learn the sounds of the Hawaiian language and a chant )
- Field trip to the first petroglyph in Hawaii
- Reflection Time
Tuesday
- Meditation
- Chanting
- Field trip to fish ponds, place of early settlement, petroglyphs
- Hawaiian cultural activity (Activities with local Hawaiians including Hawaiian cooking, Lei making, Lauhala weaving, talk story with an elder)
- luau
Wednesday
- Meditation
- Chanting
- Snorkel opportunity
- Hawaiian cultural activity
Thursday
- Meditation
- Chanting
- Field trip to Coffee farm, a church of significance and a Pu’uhonua
- Picnic lunch
- Hawaiian cultural activity
Friday
- Meditation
- Chanting
- Hawaiian cultural activity
- Reflection time
Saturday
- Full day visit to the Volcano with time for reflection/ meditation
Sunday
- Closing meditation
- Transfer to Kona airport for Departure
Included:
- All transfers to/from airport and house by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Dinner on Sunday, luau on Tuesday, Picnic lunch on Thursday, 2x Hawaiian cooking meals prepared by Retreat participants.
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Ingredients/ supplies for Hawaiian cultural activities
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Bottled water during your airport transfers.
Not included:
- Airfare.
- Travel Insurance.
- Entry Visa to USA if required
- Meals at house/ restaurants other than those specifically cited as included in itenary
- Any optional activities
- Snorkel equipment rental or purchase
- Transport to/ from pre or post tour accommodation
- Pre or post tour accommodation.
- Personal spending.
- Tip for our Hawaiian cultural facilitators and tips at all restaurants during tour. Normally between 10 % to 15 % of meal price.
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