MÁS Yoga Panama

December 5-13, 2026 

What to Expect:

Join Erin & Gabriel for 8 nights/9 days in Panama! Gabriel spent a month last summer in this beautiful country exploring different towns & retreat centers and landed on the perfect one — ALAYA PANAMA. 
Two book end nights in Panama City's Casco Viejo, plus six nights at Alaya Panama, in Playa Venao!
Plus, a quick stop at Miraflores, the Panama Canal's visitor center en route to Alaya.

enjoy being high atop a mountainous jungle overlooking the ocean. ALaya offers add-ons like WELLNESS experiences, massages & Adventures.

❋ Gorgeous Property

huge, private, AIR CONDITIONED domes, with high quality bedding — each with a viewing deck of jungle & SEA , plus A STAR GAZING NET.

❋ World Class Comfort

All your favorite JM VINYASA, Hatha, Rocket, BACKBENDING & MEDITATION classes, plus unlimited COLD PLUNGES. ALL OPTIONAL — TAKE WHAT YOU NEED.

❋ 1-2 Daily Yoga Classes

the staff is friendly and kind. the owners are from Switzerland, live on site, and pay attention to every detail. the food is fresh, local and amazing.

❋ Great Owners

Vibrant, historic district, known for its Spanish colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, and lively rooftop bar scene & world class dining

❋ Enjoy Historic Casco Viejo

a Surf town with some of the best medditeranean eats, a beginner friendly wave, and salsa dancing with friendly locals

❋ Thrive in Playa Venao

Alaya Panama is gorgeous! 

Join Gabriel & Erin at Alaya — A Sanctuary of Eco-Luxury, Ocean Adventures, and Sustainable Living in Panama.

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Day 1

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5

ARRIVAL DAY


  • Fly into Panama City (4 hr nonstop flight on CopaAir)
  • Ride share to Casco Viejo
  • Settle into your preferred hotel or Airbnb 
  • Optional group dinner at a top 50 restaurant in Latin America: Fonda Lo Que Hay! 

Suggested hotel options (not included):

Add On Option ($75/night):

  • Stay with Gabriel or Erin in a 2-3 bedroom AirBnB. This is a great option if you're traveling on a budget or want to fly with us and stay with other retreaters

Day 2

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6

panama canal visit, en route to Alaya


  • Group Breakfast at Mahalo Cafe in Casco Viejo
  • Private Shuttle to Miraflores Panama Canal for IMAX and canal sightseeing
  • 4 hour ride to Alaya Panama with local bevys
  • Check in and orientation, including a menu of optional add on experiences during your stay such as spa treatments and other excursions offered 
  • Group Dinner  

Days 3 - 7 

MOnday, December 7 - friday, december11

ALAYA Retreat center - ALL INCLUSIVE


  • Spend 6 nights at Alaya Panama
  • 1-2 Daily yoga classes
  • 3 Daily meals (except 2 dinners reserved for fun nights out in Playa Venao, not included)
  • Ziplining tour 
  • Waterfall hike
  • Daily cold plunge access
  • Salsa dance night in Playa Venao
  • Daily beach trips (surfing optional)
  • Plus, any add ons offered by Alaya such as spa treatments, jungle excursions, paddle, deep sea fishing, etc. 

Day 8

SATURDAY, December 12

CASCO VIEJO


  • 5 hour private shuttle to Casco Viejo 
  • Option to fly back on a 50m flight (estimated $100)
  • Optional private dinner at Sushi Speak Easy: La Barbara
  • Settle into hotel for the night

Day 9

SUNDAY, December 13

depart PAnama city


  • Ride share to Panama City Airport
  • Fly back to Austin (or stay for extra night or two!)

Dome Options

Pool Domes

Two extra meters in diameter and separated from the other domes, overlooking farmland & ocean

Alaya’s LArgest & Most Secluded domes

Equipped with a viewing deck that includes a star gazing net, a private pool, and only dome with an indoor bathtub

Private Pool & Indoor Bathtub

Choose to have one king bed, two kings, or one king bed & two twins. Available for single travelers, couples, or groups of 3-4 retreaters. A/C included

Multiple bed configurations

Jacuzzi Domes

Nestled atop of Alaya's highest peak, these domes offer the best views of the jungle & sea

Alaya’s Most Popular dome

Equipped with a viewing deck that includes a star gazing net, this dome also offers a private whirlpool jacuzzi for four

Private outdoor jacuzzi

Choose to have any configuration of 1-2 king beds and/or 2-4 twins. Available for single travelers, couples, or groups of 3-4 retreaters. A/C included

Multiple bed configurations

Chakra Domes

Also nestled atop of Alaya's highest peak, these domes offer budget savvy travelers an opportunity to room with other retreaters  

Alaya’s Most affordable dome

Just as spectacular as the Jacuzzi domes, same size, same bed linens, same star gazing nets, and A/C included

Same same but different

Two of these domes are reserved for four occupants. Recruit four of your friends or make new friends with other solo travelers. Single and double occupancy domes are also available 

Quad Occupancy option

WHAT’s included

  • 6 night accommodations at Alaya

  • private shuttle to Alaya and Casco Viejo

  • 1-2 daily yoga classes, including pre-yoga coffee, juice, fruit & granola

  • 3 meals per day (except 2 dinners at playa venao and meals in casco viejo)

  • daily cold plunges

  • zip lining tour

  • waterfall hike

  • 1 daily round trip beach shuttle from alaya to playa venao

WHAT’s not included

  • Round tRip flight <> ATX/Tocumen

  • CAsco Viejo accommodations

  • Option to stay with Erin or Gabriel in Airbnb ($75/night)

  • Meals in Casco Viejo

  • Miraflores Panama Canal IMAX and viewing center (Optional)

  • 2 dinners in Playa Venao

  • Additional ADVENTURES/services at Alaya and Playa Venao

  • ALCOHOL

  • alaya Staff tips

  • "Gabriel brings structure & strength, while erin offers softness and flow, creating a perfect balance of challenge & restoration."

    - Molly

  • "A week of restorative paradise with wonderful food, and even better company to spend it with."

    - Brianna

  • "Breathtaking views, relaxing activities, and a peaceful atmosphere that made the entire experience unforgettable."

    - Rudy & Estrella