The Basics
📅 Dates: Wednesday, October 22 – Sunday, October 26, 2025
💫 Investment: Starts at $2,096 | Double Occupancy in our Cottages. Includes 1 queen bed and 2 day beds.
📍 Location: Private, family-owned property in Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
💖 Hosted by: Empathy Travels and Ti'Ara Brown
Day 1: E Komo Mai (Welcome) & Grounding
- Afternoon: Arrivals & Check-in at the Kihei property.
- Late Afternoon: Welcome Circle - Introductions & Retreat Intention Setting.
- Evening: Gentle Yoga/Meditation session to unwind from travel.
- 7:00 PM: Evening Circle/Intention Setting.
- 8:00 PM: Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: Mauka (Mountain) Exploration & Reflection
Day 2: Mauka (Mountain) Exploration & Reflection
- 8:00 AM: Morning Yoga & Intention Setting.
- Breakfast.
- Self-Reflection Time.
- ~10:30 AM: Depart for Hike.
- Option 1 (Challenging): Waihee Ridge Trail. (~5.5 miles, 4-5 hours, steep sections). Note: Assess group fitness. This is strenuous.
- Option 2 (Moderate/Iconic): Iao Valley State Monument. Walk amidst lush scenery to the iconic Iao Needle (check park status/reservations).
- Lunch: Find a spot near the hike area (cost not included).
- Afternoon: Return to property. Free time / Self-reflection.
- Late Afternoon Option: Mindful walk or sunset reflection at Wailea Beach Path (short drive).
- 7:00 PM: Evening Circle - Sharing reflections from the day.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner.
Day 3: Moʻomeheu (Culture) & Kihei Charm
Day 3: Moʻomeheu (Culture) & Kihei Charm
Day 2: Mauka (Mountain) Exploration & Reflection
- 8:00 AM: Morning Yoga & Intention Setting.
- Breakfast.
- 10:00 AM: Hawaiian Language Basics Workshop - Learn essential phrases and cultural context.
- 12:30 PM: Depart for Kihei Town.
- Lunch: Explore local eateries in Kihei (cost not included).
- Afternoon: Free time to explore Kihei town's shops, beaches, or relax.
- ~4:30 PM: Return to property. Self-reflection / Free time.
- 7:00 PM: Evening Circle.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner.
Day 4: Makai (Ocean) Adventure
Day 3: Moʻomeheu (Culture) & Kihei Charm
Day 5: Aloha (Farewell) & Departure
- 8:00 AM: Morning Yoga & Intention Setting.
- Breakfast.
- Self-Reflection Time.
- ~10:00 AM: Depart for Boat Day! (Specifics TBD - e.g., Snorkel Trip to Molokini or Coral Gardens, Coastal Cruise). Note: Whale season is typically Nov-May, so focus on snorkeling/dolphins/scenery.
- Lunch: Likely included on the boat (confirm this).
- Afternoon: Return from boat tour. Free time / relaxation / packing.
- 7:00 PM: Farewell Circle - Integration & Sharing.
- 8:00 PM: Farewell Dinner.
Day 5: Aloha (Farewell) & Departure
Day 3: Moʻomeheu (Culture) & Kihei Charm
Day 5: Aloha (Farewell) & Departure
- 8:00 AM: Gentle Morning Yoga/Meditation - Focus on integrating the retreat experience.
- ~9:15 AM: Final Breakfast Together.
- ~10:00 AM: Final Farewells & Check-out.
- Departures throughout the day.