Master Permaculture by Living It
With Neal Hegarty at Maestro Valley, Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Learn the foundations of permaculture design
—climate, water, soil, access, vegetation, and social systems
From Soil to Society
Discover how permaculture can power entire communities, not just gardens
Tour and work at Granja Tz’ikin
A fully regenerative farm and farm-to-table restaurant
Experience systems in action
• Free-range chicken farming for meat, eggs, and compost
• Bokashi & microorganism cultivation
• Organic fertilizer production
Study real-world examples
How permaculture has shaped the design of homes, gardens, and landscapes across Tzununá
Beyond the garden
Explore natural building, edible landscaping, and community-level ecological planning
Learn about herbal medicine
Through a permaculture-inspired apothecary
Discover food fermentation
—and how it has powered a thriving probiotic business
Through daily movement practice, time in nature, quality of interactions, and experiences, you'll rediscover your primal essence. This journey goes beyond traditional retreats — it's a complete reset of how you view yourself and your place in the natural world. You'll leave with practical tools, renewed energy, and a clear roadmap for maintaining your primal power long after the retreat ends.
This retreat doesn’t teach theory in isolation—it brings you into a living, breathing regenerative system. Granja Tz’ikin is a model for what’s possible when permaculture is fully integrated into business, food, culture, and community.
You’ll leave not only with a deep understanding of permaculture, but with inspiration, friendships, and a blueprint for what’s possible wherever you plant your own seeds.
Neal Hegarty is the founder of Creasol Permaculture, an organization focused on sustainable agriculture, permaculture design, and regenerative land management. Based in Ireland, he works on projects that integrate ecological principles with practical farming solutions to promote environmental sustainability.
We are Mehdi & Adriana Zoutal, the co-creators of Primal by Nature. Through our personal journeys of transformation, we were inspired to create this path, embodying everything we teach in our daily lives. Our evolving work stems from our deep passion for guiding others through firsthand experience, grounded in our belief that life should be lived with strength, harmony, awareness, and deep purpose. We dedicate ourselves to awakening the innate power within you—a force that modern life has gradually lulled into dormancy.
6:00 - 8:00 AM
Personal Practice
(Optional) Personal practice sharpening session, following the silent tradition of the samurai
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Heat Charging Practice
In the sauna or under the morning Guatemalan sun
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Breakfast
High-quality animal protein and fruit in season
9:00 - 12:00 PM
Movement Practice
The moment to dive into our Skill Sharpening Program & Strength Fundamentals
12:00 - 2:00 PM
Lunch
Scrumptious primal eating: high-fat, high-protein, no grains.
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Primal Talk
A conscious dialogue method to rewire the narrative, expand perspective, and ignite curiosity
4:00 - 7:00 PM
Mobility Practice
Strength and mobility flows, fused with fighting principles
7:00 PM
Dinner
Comfort food redesigned and sweet delight ritual
Every room is meticulously designed to merge primal simplicity with comfort, all featuring breathtaking views of Lake Atitlán and its volcanic guardians.
Single Room (Private Bath)
Price: $896 (6 nights) | Ideal for: Couples or solo travelers seeking deep solitude.
Single Room (Shared Bath)
Price: $1,800 (6 nights) | Ideal for: Couples or solo travelers seeking deep solitude.
Shared Room (Private Bath)
Price: $900 (6 nights) | Ideal for: Friends or budget-conscious adventurers max. 4.
Shared Room (Shared Bath, 2 people)
Price: $900 (6 nights) | Ideal for: Friends or budget-conscious adventurers max. 4.
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Want to join us?
Step 1: Book Your Alignment Call
Step 2: Confirm Your Spot
Step 3: Prepare for Your Immersion