Aug 23 to Sep 6, 2026 · San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas
Fourteen grounded days in the sacred sciences, lived on the land where they still breathe.
A small circle, gathered in the name of syncretism, alongside Santos Bonacci. Raw, therapeutic, and real. Not a vacation with a spiritual label.
Apply for your seatFifteen guests. One cohort. No second date this year.
Why We Gather
"We don't study the sacred sciences from a distance. We come together and live them, so they stay alive."
This is a gathering, not a lecture with a view. A small group of us, on the ground in Chiapas, doing the real work of syncretism where it was born. I'll walk every day of it with you.
Santos Bonacci · a leading voice in the syncretism movement
What This Is
The sacred sciences of syncretism, taught and discussed together. The sun behind the saints, the zodiac beneath scripture, the one story under many.
Indigenous ceremony at Chamula and Zinacantán. Maya sacred sites at Toniná, Chinkultic, Tenam Puente. Canyons and waterfalls of the highlands.
Temazcal, cacao and corn ceremony, equine therapy, yoga. Grounded, therapeutic days that put the knowledge in your body, not just your notes.
The 14 Days
You budget separately for flights, some meals, and personal spending.
Early bonus · first 25 only
The first 25 to commit, whether you join the retreat, a one-week stay, or the livestream circle, receive Santos's full presentation archive [confirm exact product name], normally $[price] on his store. Come already deep in the material, and keep studying it for life. Because this knowledge is meant to spread.
The Investment
Payment plans available, so it settles into a comfortable monthly number.
A deposit reserves your place. Balance due about 30 days out. Only 15 seats.
Your guides for the journey
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Astrotheologist & Syncretist
Australian musician, astrologer, and lecturer known for his work in astrotheology and syncretism. For over three decades he has explored the connections between ancient cosmology, sacred symbolism, astrology, and spiritual philosophy — presenting a unified view of "as above, so below." His teachings bridge ancestral wisdom and contemporary spiritual inquiry; within this retreat his perspective anchors our exploration of syncretism, weaving land, ritual, cosmology, and embodied experience into a living practice.
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Equine Teacher & Therapist
A passionate, professional equine teacher and therapist specializing in equine therapy. With extensive experience working with children and adults — and as an active member of the Special Olympics equestrian team — she brings deep expertise, sensitivity, and integrity to her practice. Having lived in Chiapas for nearly 20 years, Tess has cultivated a strong relationship with the land and local community. During the retreat she guides equine experiences that foster presence, emotional awareness, and authentic connection through the wisdom of horses.
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Anthropologist
An anthropologist based in Mexico City whose research explores the relationship between nature and culture. Passionate about botany and the transformative power of medicinal plants, her work bridges academic inquiry with lived, embodied experience. She is especially interested in how plant knowledge, ritual practice, and community traditions intersect. Within the retreat, Faye guides participants into deeper reflection on local botany, syncretism, and the cultural dimensions of healing practices.
Fly into Tuxtla Gutiérrez (TGZ). We handle airport shuttles and all ground transport from there.
Yes. Reserve with a 20% deposit, then spread the balance in installments before the deadline, about 30 days out.
No. You set your own depth. Every ceremony and excursion is there for you, and you're free to rest, sit one out, and take the fourteen days at your own pace.
The deposit is non-refundable, as it secures your seat. The balance is refundable up to the balance-due date, and non-refundable after.
If you're drawn to the work, you belong here. Santos teaches from the ground up, and you go as deep as you're ready to.
One cohort, fixed dates. When the seats are gone, the next visitor won't find a link. Apply now and we'll send the next steps and the deposit link.
Apply for your seatEarly-bird pricing ends soon. $5,900 with a 20% deposit.
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