You won’t leave our retreats the same person as you were when you arrived. There is a renewal which inevitably happens - a renewal of energy, wisdom and inspiration which is priceless and life changing.
INVATI HEALTH AND IMPACT RETREAT BANOS ECUADOR ~ JANUARY 17 - 26, 2026
“For anyone craving an experience centered on the power of belief, values, and impact – this is it. You will be safe, well fed and entertained – but mostly your soul will be enriched and touched deeper than you could ever imagine. That’s more than a vacation. That’s life changing.”
Stay 9 Nights & 10 Days
This retreat promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with purpose, relaxation, and exciting activities.
Accommodation: - First and Last Night: Hotel Ibis, Quito. 7 nights in Banos, at the beautiful Sangay Hotel. We will be staying in the Cabanyas..
Inclusions: Daily Breakfast Buffet and Dinner (Vegan options available) They are fresh and locally sourced meals.
Amenities: Pools, fitness room, squash court, steam room/sauna, hot tub, cold plunge, games room
- Free Wi-Fi
EARLY BIRD PRICING (pay total before November 1, 2025): - Shared Room: $2295 US + tax (per person) - Single Room: $2795 + tax US
Registration after November 1, 2025 - Shared Room: $2695 US + tax (per person) -Single Room: $3195 + tax US
This pricing includes, all accommodations, breakfast and dinner, transportation in country for all activities and to and from service areas (not included is transportation to and from airport to IBIS hotel), 4 activities, (Pachamama, Casa Del Arbor, Pilon Del Diablo, Chocolate Factory), Daily yoga and meditation with Kelly, cash donation to each service location we attend.
Note: Flights, day trip to the Amazon, Cacao Ceremony, Ziplining, Canyoning, Paragliding, shuttles to and from airport to hotels are not included
All activities are optional.
* If you need support finding flights, Monty and Kelly will help you as much they can.
Experience the Beauty: Just across the street from our cabanas, enjoy rejuvenating hot springs and invigorating cold plunges. Marvel at breathtaking waterfalls, perfect for waterfall enthusiasts, and take in the awe-inspiring backdrop of some of the tallest mountains in the world.
Immerse yourself in Ecuador’s diverse flora, featuring the largest variety of flowers and the highest number of hummingbird species in the world.
Give Back Opportunities: Our retreat is not just about adventure. We aim to make a difference in the local community. During our time there, you'll have the chance to contribute through various meaningful tasks, allowing for close interaction with the locals and creating a lasting impact.
Join us for an unforgettable journey that blends adventure, wellness, and impactful giving!
Change the World: 3 awesome opportunities to give back to surrounding communities:
VISCAYA - Painting murals at the children’s indoor/outdoor gym, take the local kids to the river for some fun and swimming. Yoga with the kids and fun games.
CASA TAO - Sharing lunch, teaching therapeutic yoga and partner yoga with single teen moms and their children from the Amazon. We will also take them on a trip to a local waterfall for fun and a swim.
ESPERANZA - Play and spend quality time with mental & physical needs children and adults and share music and have a dance party with them.
Yoga will be offered most mornings and evenings. Classes will include, yoga on the inside, restorative relax deeply, vinyasa, meditation and chanting.
Singles, couples, families, friends and children are welcome. We want to be completely inclusive for this health and impact experience.
The retreat will look like this…
Fly into Quito.
Itinerary (subject to change)
Saturday January 17
Arrive Quito Airport, shuttle to Hotel IBIS in Quito
Sunday January 18
Buffet Welcome Breakfast at IBIS hotel
Shuttle to Baños (3 hours)
Walking tour of Baños
Lunch at Sangay Spa Hotel, then check in at 3pm
Afternoon tour “Pachamama” and “Casa del Arbol” a beautiful vista overlooking surrounding valleys and mountains.
Dinner
Opening circle and Relax Deeply with Kelly
Monday January 19
AM thermal baths
Yoga
Buffet breakfast
SERVICE Visit “Viscaya” and community. (30 minute drive from Sangay hotel)
Lunch in Viscaya served to us by the community
Free time in Baños, massage, shopping, exploring. Massage price @$20
Relax Deeply
Dinner
Tuesday January 20
AM thermal baths
Yoga
Breakfast
Chase Waterfalls and visit the Chocolate Factory
Dinner
Relax Deeply Yoga
Wednesday January 21
AM thermal baths
Yoga
Breakfast
Zipline
Lunch
‘SERVICE’ Esperanza - Mental & Physical needs daycare, share donations, snacks and drinks and dance party
Dinner
Relax Deeply
Thursday January 22
AM thermal baths
Yoga
Breakfast
Whitewater rafting, paragliding or canyoning
Free Time
Dinner
Relax Deeply
Friday January 23
AM thermal baths
Yoga
Breakfast
Visit “Devil’s Cauldron” Waterfall hike
CASA TAO - Single teen moms and their children from the Amazon, Lunch together, Yoga, Trip out to a waterfall with the girls!
Dinner
Yoga
Saturday January 24
AM thermal baths
Breakfast
Full day to the Amazon (Additional cost of $100 US)
Late Dinner
Sunday January 25
AM Thermal baths
Yoga and closing circle
Breakfast
Free time, shopping in Baños
PM check out at 11 noon
Stop and explore the “Equator” (middle of the world!) on the way to Quito, check into IBIS hotel
Dinner
Late night flights will head to the airport
Monday January 26
Early morning flights will head to the airport
For more information, any questions or to reserve your spot please email invatiyoga@gmail.com
Registration
To register, E-transfer your deposit of $1500.00 to:invatiyoga@gmail.com Your deposit will reserve your spot at the retreat. Limited space. The full balance is due by November 1, 2025 to receive the Early Bird Pricing. No refunds of deposit after November 1, 2025. Credit Card payments can be made by phone or in person to Megan Owens (a 7% processing fee applies). We support anyone that may struggle with finances, please contact Kelly Craig for further options.
Questions: Please email Kelly with any questions regarding the retreat @ invatiyoga@gmail.com
Connect your mind, body and spirit as you Give and Receive!
The last 2 retreats in Ecuador some of our group went to the Galápagos Islands on a cruise. It was absolutely amazing and mind blowing! Here is the info if you are interested in continuing on!
Option: M/Y Calipso - First Class Dates: January 27 - 30 / 2026 (4 Days - 3 Nights) Itinerary: 4A (South with Floreana Island) Link to see photos and more details: https://www.calipso-cruise.com/
Please contact Alejandro S through what’s app at +593 98 402 1324
He speaks English very well and you can ask him any questions as well as pay him directly.
30% deposit per person is needed to confirm and secure the spots, and then 60 days prior to the cruise departure the other 70% must be paid.