Pancha Karma · Mount Shasta, California
Come home to yourself.
Traditional Pancha Karma retreats on Mount Shasta, guided by Maya Lisboa: 30 years in the living lineage of Baba Hari Dass.
You might be here because…
You've been giving to everyone, and there's little left for your own life.
A loss, a transition or a hard season has left you heavy, foggy or far from yourself.
You love your work, yet something deeper is asking for attention.
You want to be held through a real process, not a spa weekend.
The practice
When the spirit is tired, begin with the body.
Pancha Karma is Ayurveda's classical practice of cleansing and renewal. Over several days, warm herbal oils, gentle therapies, simple nourishing food and rest help the body let go of what it has been carrying.
As the body softens, the mind quiets. Many guests describe the days as a meditation they didn't have to try to enter.
Each program is shaped around your constitution, assessed in a personal consultation before you arrive.
Programs
Choose the depth of your reset.
Every program is held by two experienced practitioners, Maya and Myrica Morningstar, working in tandem: a daily health intake, therapies chosen for your constitution, two Ayurvedic meals a day, sacred chant and an after-care plan. Not sure which fits? That's what the Discovery Call is for.
3 days
Pause
A first taste of Pancha Karma, or a seasonal tune-up.
- Daily Abhyanga warm-oil massage
- 1–2 complementary therapies
- Take-home plan
from $1,800
5 days
Return
For releasing a hard season and finding your ground.
- Everything in Pause
- Shirodhara and Basti as appropriate
- Preparation and after-care calls
from $3,000
7 daysSignature
Renewal
A true reset. Where most guests should begin.
- The full classical sequence for your constitution
- Daily chanting and gentle practice
- Two-week integration plan
from $4,200
14 days
Sadhana
For a life transition, or a deep inner turning.
- The complete classical process
- Daily one-on-one guidance with Maya
- 30 days of follow-up support
from $8,400
$600 per guest per day, with two practitioners. Lodging is separate. See where guests stay. Programs are private and run year-round; the location is shared once you book.
How it works
Discovery Call
A free 20-minute conversation to hear where you are, check it's the right time and choose your program.
Preparation
A personal consultation and a simple diet and rest guide for the week before you arrive.
Your days in Shasta
Mornings of tandem therapies with Maya and Myrica, nourishing meals, and quiet afternoons near the mountain.
Integration
A home plan and a follow-up call, so the clarity you find comes home with you.
Your guide
Maya Lisboa
Dance opened the door when I was a teenager in Brazil. It led me to yoga, to California, and to my first spiritual teacher, the silent monk and yogi, Baba Hari Dass.
For many years I lived and served at Mount Madonna, studying Ayurveda and Classical Ashtanga Yoga within a spiritual community. For over 30 years I've held space for others with care, humility and respect for the healing intelligence in each of us.
Lineage & teachers
Baba Hari Dass · Mount Madonna Institute · Dr. Vasant Lad · Dr. Sarita Shrestha · Drs. Suhas & Manisha Kshirsagar · Dr. Hari Pallathery
- NAMA Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
- 500-hr Yoga Teacher
- CAMTC Certified Massage Practitioner
Pancha Karma programs are held together with Myrica Morningstar, an Ayurvedic practitioner and Pancha Karma facilitator since 1994.
Read Maya's full storyBy appointment in Mount Shasta
Not ready for a full program? Begin with a massage.
Sacred massage with Maya: Abhyanga, Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release, lymphatic and Raindrop Therapy, each held with intention and Sanskrit chant. Sessions from $120.
In their words
“Maya's experience and wisdom adds excellence to her work, together with her love, compassion and healing touch.”
“As I receive from Maya, I increasingly connect with a beautiful spiritual space as my physical stresses are transformed into inner body equanimity.”
Your stay on Mount Shasta
Guests stay at Strawberry Valley Inn, Mount Shasta Resort, Summit Lofts or a nearby Airbnb. We'll help you choose when you book.
Questions
Is Pancha Karma right for me?
It suits most healthy adults. Some situations, such as pregnancy, need a conversation first. We'll talk it through on your Discovery Call. Pancha Karma is a wellness practice and doesn't replace medical care.
What does a day look like?
Mornings hold two to three hours of therapies, followed by a warm Ayurvedic meal. Afternoons are for rest, gentle walks and reflection.
Do I need experience with Ayurveda or yoga?
No. Many guests come with a practice, but all you need is a willingness to slow down.
When is the best time to come?
Traditionally at the turn of the seasons, in Spring and Fall. Every program is private and can be booked year-round.
Free guide
Is your body asking for a reset?
Nine signs from Ayurveda, and a gentle three-day home practice to begin, wherever you are.
Begin with a conversation.
Twenty minutes, no cost, no pressure. We'll explore where you are and whether now is the time for your reset.
Book your free Discovery Call