Visitors are now able to access Esalen as well as other businesses and trails in northern Big Sur via twice-daily convoys on Highway 1 operated by Caltrans.
Convoys run only at 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day. These are the only opportunities to travel into and out of Big Sur, so visitors must plan accordingly.
Dance is one of the world’s most ancient transformative rituals. From the whirling dervish to theShamans, the waltz to the rave, we dance for joy, healing, and connection — guided by wisdom thattranscends the thinking brain.
This five-day retreat is an invitation to come together to awaken the forgotten wild, ignite your creativity, and dance our way to wholeness. Through an alchemical combination of movement, nature, and sound healing, we’ll reconnect our bodies and minds, digest our feelings and emotions, and open ourselves to the wisdom of our hearts. Most of all, we’ll expand our vision to include a bigger perspective on our spiritual and human interconnectedness.
Jovinna Chan, E-RYT 500, YACEP, is a trained personal transformational facilitator, yoga teacher trainer, conscious dance teacher, and performing artist. Through an alchemical combination of movement, spiritual inquiry, nature, and sound healing, she leads transformational programs around the world.
Bunk Bed rooms hold from four to six people and are gender-inclusive with a maximum stay of seven consecutive days. All bunk rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and twin-size bunks. Towels, bath soap, and bed linens are provided.
In the words of Fritz Perls, the founder of Gestalt practice in the United States: “Don’t think so much — feel.” Welcome the privacy and seclusion of Fritz Perls’ former residence. This sublime, hidden, and renovated suite features:
Calling all transformation seekers on a budget! Our Sleeping Bag Spaces house up to six people and are gender-inclusive, with a maximum stay of seven days. Guests sleep on the floor and are responsible for bringing their own sleeping bag, blanket, pads, pillows, etc. Esalen provides towels and face cloths. Shower facilities are found in multiple locations across campus. Belongings must be packed up and stored during the day.
Note: Due to the shared nature of Sleeping Bag Spaces, service animals cannot be accommodated in Sleeping Bag Spaces. If you require ADA accommodations, please contact us at (831) 667-3000 or info@esalen.org to discuss how we may best support your needs.
For those who need a little privacy, come decompress within the charming, Big Sur motel vibes of our Standard Queen Room. With a private bathroom, these rooms are conveniently located and overlook the main campus and garden.
Our Premium Queen rooms offer a charming, Central Coast relaxation experience where you can let go, breathe and simply be. Enjoy a restful night’s sleep tucked into a luxurious queen bed for a refuge experience that goes beyond the ordinary. These rooms feature one or more of the following:
Unwind and release within the charming, Big Sur motel living vibes of our Standard Two Double Beds Room. With a private bathroom, these rooms are ideal for those traveling with a friend, partner, or family member.
Our Premium King rooms offer an extraordinary relaxation experience where you can let go, breathe and simply be. Enjoy a restful night’s sleep on a luxurious king bed for a refuge experience that goes beyond the ordinary. These rooms features one or more of the following:
Our all-inclusive pricing starts at $800 per stay and range up to $9,000 dependingon the accommodation category. You will have the option to choose youraccommodations once you begin registering for your workshop or program.
Monday
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm *How to Drop into Esalen *
7:15 pm – 9:30 pm
Tuesday
9:45 am – 1:00 pm
4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Wednesday
9:45 am – 1:00 pm
4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Thursday
9:45 am – 1:00 pm
4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Friday
9:45 am – 12:00 pm
Esalen Institute
55000 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA 93920
US: 1-831-667-3000
info@esalen.org