CDMX: TEMAZCAL Healing & cleansing ceremony ritual Zapoteca

5.0 (54 reviews) Mexico City, Mexico
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Temazcales are a deeply rooted tradition in Mexico and are usually easily found in small communities. However, it is rare to find an authentic temazcal in the heart of the city. Often, the available options resemble more spa or sauna experiences than the true tradition. What sets us apart is precisely having an original temazcal right in the heart of the city. Immerse yourself in the authentic experience of a Zapotec temazcal in Mexico City, where you will dare to experience the teachings and traditions of this ancient culture. Our temazcal is built following traditional techniques, using local materials, and respecting the sacred dimensions of the Zapotec culture. All this in a natural oasis in the midst of urban hustle and bustle.

What's included

  • trasporte del punto de encuentro al lugar de la actividad

What to expect

The temazcal, a traditional sweat lodge utilized by various ancient cultures in Mexico like the Mexicas, Mayas, Zapotecas, Mixtecas and other indigenous groups, is typically constructed as a hut or dome made from mud, stone, wood, or branches covered with fabrics, depending on the region. Inside this structure, hot rocks are placed at the center to generate heat, and water infused with medicinal plants is poured over them to create steam that has therapeutic properties and is used for both physical and spiritual well-being. The temazcal serves as a space for purification of the body and mind, connection with nature, and honoring ancestral traditions. Revered as sacred by many indigenous communities, this practice is still use in various parts of Mexico as part of healing rituals. Huitzi, is our main shaman, originally from a small town in Oaxaca. Since moving to Mexico City a few years back, he founded Aldea Tonatzin, a place dedicated to preserving the authentic traditions of the Zapoteca culture. Presently, along with María, his friend and apprentice, they run the traditional Zapoteca temazcal with the goal of sharing the Zapoteca heritage worldwide.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Nos veremos afuera del Starbucks que se encuentra en la calle Alfonso Reyes #218 colonia Condesa. El Starbucks se encuentra dentro de el hotel AR218 HOTEL. Si vas en uber puedes poner en el punto de llegada: AR 218 HOTEL. Verifica que marque calle Alfonso reyes 218, col Condesa.

End point

Nos veremos afuera del Starbucks que se encuentra en la calle Alfonso Reyes #218 colonia Condesa. El Starbucks se encuentra dentro de el hotel AR218 HOTEL. Si vas en uber puedes poner en el punto de llegada: AR 218 HOTEL. Verifica que marque calle Alfonso reyes 218, col Condesa.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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