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CDMX: TEMAZCAL Healing & cleansing ceremony ritual
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32 Ratings
Ciudad de México
Experience the ancient Mexican tradition of Temazcal in the heart of Mexico City. Discover the Zapoteca culture and its use of Temazcal through the teachings of Shaman Huitzi and his students.
Experience the ancient Mexican tradition of Temazcal in the heart of Mexico City. Discover the Zapoteca culture and its use of Temazcal through the teachings of Shaman Huitzi and his students.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ectagono- Ectarea - 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…
- Ectagono- Ectarea - 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.
What's Included
- Transporte del punto de encuentro al lugar de la actividad
- Transporte del punto de encuentro al lugar de la actividad
Additional Information
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…
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.
Location
Alfonso Reyes 218
Alfonso Reyes
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Michael_c
Jun 18, 2025
Incredible Experience - Honestly, incredible experience. Convenient location for pickup / drop-off. The ride to the location is not far (depending on traffic). The ceremony itself is wonderful. It will get hot, it will be dark, and when you exit the Temazcal, you will feel born again. Lighter, not only because of the heat and sweat, but energy wise. It is a great cleanse. A reset. 10/10 recommend, I look forward to doing it again.
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Carrissac14
Apr 22, 2025
Memorable experience - Maria and Nagual Huitzi facilitated such a unique and memorable experience for my wife and I. Maria picked up the group at the meeting location and it was about a half an hour drive (very little traffic) to the temazcal location. Maria showed the group around the garden, we used the restroom, then changed into our temazcal outfits (swim suit/work out/loose clothing you can sweat through). Maria recommended we take all jewelry off and avoid any clothing with metal on it since it heats up and can be uncomfortable. We then walked through the medicinal herb garden and bundled all plants that called to us. Huitzi interpreted the medicinal plants we chose and what it means for our life. Maria translated so well and so seamlessly. We were cleansed at the entrance of the temazcal where we spent about an hour in a guided experience. When we exited, it was dusk and we were encouraged to take it easy and wander the garden again if called. My wife and I bought a LOT of honey and some fertilizer cultivated by Huitzi at the gift shop. They accept cash or transfer. This was a really moving experience that I’m still feeling days later, I hope we can return! Thank you Maria and Huitzi!
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Kelley_a
Mar 13, 2025
Wonderful experience - Amazing experience. I went in to the experience without any expectations but I really enjoyed the ritual and cleansing. I love saunas, so this was a whole other level combining spirit and ritual and healing. I highly recommend.
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Alberto
Feb 28, 2025
Exciting, moving and authentic - I recommend everyone to try this incredible experience to immerse themselves deeply in the culture of this fantastic country, for me it was the strongest and most unique experience of my life. Let Huitzi and Maria carry you through this ritual, with an open mind and heart, and I guarantee you that you will come up with new ones, you may be able to find the answers you are looking for could literally change your life, I will carry this experience in my heart for the rest of my life and I can not wait to do it again, so if you are in Mexico and want to have a unique and pure experience BOOK NOW! Also the transport service is everything else was perfect!
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Brennan_d
Feb 17, 2025
Powerful Experience! - Amazing traditional experience that I would highly recommend to anyone interested in a "non touristy" activity. Big thanks to Maria for leading todays ceremony!
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Ericat819
Feb 11, 2025
Love AUTHENTIC, SPIRITUAL, INDIGENOUS experiences? This is the ritual for you <3 - This pre-Hispanic Shaman ritual was hands-down one of the most profound experiences of my life. Not only was Maria, our host, incredibly communicative, engaging and accommodating, but her talent for translating Huitzi's words truly made a difference in the experience.
As for Huitzi, his powerful facilitation of the ritual was just so... poetic. I cried multiple times inside the sweat lodge just because the insights I received hit me so hard. Maria, Huitzi, and their understudies, Julio and Sasha, made us feel very safe, and they emphasized that we were free to do this at our own pace and comfort level, and to leave anytime we needed to.
And of course, I made some wonderful friends at the ritual itself. We all shared our stories afterwards and grabbed lunch together. This doesn't always happen in my Airbnb experiences, but something about the Temazcal just makes it so natural. If you love spiritual experiences, this is DEFINITELY the activity for you. Book it now!
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Tyler_m
Feb 11, 2025
Best CDMX Temezcal - This is a must in CDMX. Maria and team are exceptional host and skilled practitioners. This was life changing.
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402jackelyng
Jan 20, 2025
Amazing experience! - What a beautiful place nestled in Mexico City! Being in the temazcal is such an eye opening experience and you really come out of there with a lot of positivity and gratitude since you’re able to do a lot of reflection in there. Maria and Huitzi were great hosts and make sure you’re feeling comfortable the whole time! I highly recommend it and I can’t wait to go back and do it again when in Mexico City!
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Amanda_w
Jan 11, 2025
Highly recommend! - It was an incredible experience filled with hope and great energy. You get insight into a cultural practice you would have otherwise have not.
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Fjroige
Jun 13, 2025
ONLY FOR DRUNKEN NOISE AND DIRT - The swimming pool of this hotel has been the largest pigsty I have ever been to.Thank you to all those customers who have made my stay unforgettable.The worst the intrusion of drunk people??? on the terrace of my room at 4 a.m. after trying to force the entry of the room and repeatedly ringing the doorbell having to be evacuated inside the room by hotel security personnel
.REGRETTABLE
I'M NOT COMING BACK FOR FREE.
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