A BEACHFRONT WELLNESS AND YOGA RETREAT IN MAHAHUAL, MEXICO
Come home to yourself
between the jungle and the sea.
Mahai pairs the wild beauty of Mexico's Caribbean coast with unexpected comfort, complete privacy, sustainable living and a level of care that makes everything feel effortless.
FOR RETREAT LEADERS
NOW BOOKING THE 2026 / 2027 RETREAT SEASONS
LIMITED RETREAT WEEKS AVAILABLE
Capacity: 29 Guests
Private Beach
Private Pool
Multiple Event Spaces
Total Privacy
Custom Menu
Local Fresh Food
Off-Grid
Sustainable Luxury
UPCOMING RETREATS
WELCOME
Welcome to Mahai Retreat. On the serene shores of the Caribbean Sea, this is a refuge where you can return to yourself.
Nestled on the edge of the jungle and the sea, we offer sustainable luxury, powered exclusively by solar power and state-of-the-art ecological off-grid systems.
You will only hear the wind, the birds and the sea at Mahai. Swim in the ocean, take a dip in the pool, practice yoga in our studio and eat delectable vegetarian cuisine at our restaurant. We are a private, secluded beach retreat where you can truly leave the world behind.
Rediscover serenity at Mahai Retreat – your sanctuary by the sea.
Host a Retreat
CHANGE LIVES HERE
BETWEEN THE JUNGLE AND THE SEA
A Private, Soulful Sanctuary
for Your Dream Retreat
Set along the tranquil Caribbean coast in Mahahual, Mahai is designed for leaders like you
—those who care about depth, connection, and meaningful transformation.
For a little while, Mahai is completely yours.
EXPERIENCE MAHAI
Wild by nature.
Thoughtful in every detail.
Mahai is completely off-grid, surrounded by jungle and sitting on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. But living close to nature doesn't have to mean giving up comfort.
Private beachfront rooms, beautiful gathering spaces, nourishing meals, daily care, and a team that knows when to be present—and when to simply let you have the place to yourselves.
DAYS AT MAHAI
Your retreat, in your own rhythm.
MORNINGS
There are many ways to meet the day.
Paddle out to watch the sun rise over the Caribbean. Drink tea or coffee on your porch with the sea just beyond you. Practice yoga together on the pool deck, or gather in silence for meditation at the end of the dock. Some mornings can be shared; others can be left completely open.
GATHERING & PRACTICE
Create the space your work calls for
Gather in the yoga room for movement, meditation, breathwork, music or workshops. Take a session outside beneath the palms, meet in a circle by the sea, or let the natural world become part of the practice. The spaces at Mahai are yours to use in whatever way best supports the work you have come to do.
AROUND THE TABLE
Some of the best moments happen between sessions.
Come together over colorful vegetarian meals made with fresh, nourishing ingredients. Linger over lunch, carry a conversation from the table to the beach, or let dinner stretch into an evening together. Meals at Mahai are more than something between activities—they are part of the experience of gathering here.
AFTERNOONS
Leave room for whatever the day needs
Swim in the Caribbean, snorkel from the dock, paddle out on the water or cool off in the pool. Make space for massage, a tea bath or another healing experience. Explore together, gather for another session, or give everyone a few hours with nowhere they need to be.
EVENINGS
Let the day end slowly.
Gather for practice as the light changes, meet on the rooftop for sunset, share music or conversation after dinner, or walk out to the dock beneath the stars. Some evenings may hold ceremony or celebration; others may simply end with the sound of the sea.
RETREAT LEADER
I feel very blessed to have hosted a yoga retreat at Mahai in February of 2026. The staff at Mahai was incredible to work with every step of the way, including helping me with planning additional excursions, ceremonies, food, and musicians....
Maria Santoferraro
RETREAT LEADER
I have lead yoga and meditation retreats for over 30 years to many wonderful places. It is very rare to find management who really understand the particular requirements of a group undergoing core process. The beauty of the location is enhanced by the care and kindness of the Mahai team. Attentive but never intrusive, helpful but never pushy, the meticulous yet relaxed vibration of the centre was much appreciated.
Guru Dharam
RETREAT GUEST
I stayed at Mahai Retreat for a Winter Solstice retreat and it was honestly incredible. The place is absolutely beautiful - gorgeous surroundings, peaceful vibes, a real sense of luxury and so much care. The food was next-level delicious and nourishing and the staff were so kind and caring. It felt like being completely looked after from start to finish. Such a special space - I couldn’t recommend it more!
Kaye Smith
DAY PASS GUEST
Mahai Retreat is a treasure to be discovered and savoured. Friends and I enjoyed succulent, nourishing gourmet meals, teas and juices. Paddle boards were available for our use, or you could just chill by the picture perfect pool and do some yoga. The staff are attentive and friendly, the decor and architecture are tasteful. Coconuts are plentiful. I enjoyed an exquisite massage in one of the treatment rooms. The whole experience made me the most relaxed I've been in a long time. THANK YOU Mahai!! Can't wait to return!
Lise L.
RETREAT GUEST
Wow! The experience will stay with me forever! The Mahai team is absolutely incredible! The accommodations clean and well curated. The food fresh and delicious. The amenities on point. Mahai you know how to exceed expectations. Thank you Karan and Kunti for making our retreat unforgettable!
Donna Jaskolski
RETREAT GUEST
Amazing place on every level. Lovely yoga facilities, on the water, very welcoming host, helpful staff, delicious food, beautiful grounds away from the crowds.
Frederic Jochem
HOW WE GOT HERE
We weren't looking for Mahai
Mahai began with a search for something entirely different.
After years of creating large festivals and gatherings, I found myself longing for something smaller—a place where people could know one another, where healing didn't have to happen on a stage, and where there was time for shared meals, long conversations and simply being outside.
That search eventually brought me to a nearly abandoned property on a quiet stretch of Caribbean coastline near Mahahual.
Everyone else saw a property that was falling apart. Somehow, I could see what it might become.
MAHAI: THE DETAILS
ACCOMMODATIONS | Private suites for up to 20 guests, plus dorm & glamping |
FOOD | Vegetarian & vegan cuisine prepared onsite |
GETTING HERE | Approx. 2.5 hours from Tulum airport; 5.5 hours from Cancún |
HOSPITALITY | Personalized onsite care & support for guests and retreat leaders |
IDEAL FOR | Yoga, wellness, creative & small-group retreats |
LOCATION | Mahahual, Quintana Roo, Mexico |
NATURE | Caribbean Sea, beach, reef & coastal jungle |
RETREAT STYLE | Intimate, private & exclusive-use |
SETTING | Secluded Caribbean beachfront surrounded by coastal jungle |
SPACES | Yoga studio, pool, restaurant, rooftop deck & private dock |
SUSTAINABILITY | 100% solar powered, rainwater collection & ecological wastewater systems |
TOTAL OVERNIGHT CAPACITY | Up to 29 guests |
WELLNESS | Yoga, massage, healing therapies & aquatic experiences |