Taygetos - Mistras
4 - 6 October 2024
2+ days of hiking & activities
Join us on a holistic journey, perfect for those seeking deeper connections with nature and themselves.
Let’s come together in nature, spend meaningful time with one another, and rediscover ourselves through the beauty of the natural world. We’ll provide the tents, so you can enjoy peaceful nights by the river, free from worry.
Our hike will be carefully timed to ensure we reach the summit of Mount Taygetos just before sunset, which is at 19:07. This timing is crucial because it allows us to participate in a sunset meditation and witness the extraordinary “pyramid phenomenon,” where the sun’s rays cast a striking triangular shadow across the Laconic Gulf. This natural wonder is visible at sunset, making this moment the highlight of our day.
The entire schedule is built around the sunset, with all activities designed to align with this magical time. The hike itself requires a moderate level of fitness, as it will take approximately six hours round-trip, including time to enjoy the views, meditate, and fully experience the phenomenon.
In addition to the adventure, we’ll embrace a Slow Life pace—playing games, exploring the area around our campsite, practicing yoga, and enjoying relaxing massages. Throughout the weekend, we’ll also offer wild camping tips (ελευθερο) to help you feel more connected and comfortable in nature. Of course, nature has the final say, so some activities may be adjusted or canceled due to weather conditions.
This is a chance to connect on a deeper level, far away from the fast pace of city life.
Let’s hike, relax, and share smiles together!
Spaces are limited, so join us on this spiritual adventure!
Price
Early bird: 160 €
until 30/09
Schedule
Friday, October 4
Day 1
- Guests will use their own cars to drive to our meeting point. No driving in dirt road needed. Car-pooling or transfer available, DM for more information.
- OMJ team will be at our camping spot at 17:00, but you can join any time! Main event will start around 20:30.
- Call 30 minutes before arrival to meet you with our car at the meeting point and follow the OMJ car to the parking spot.
Togetherness circle
20:30
Tripi Camping Spot
- We will enjoy all together a welcome dinner by the fire prepared by Otro Mundo Journeys. Veggie options available! DM @theotromundojourney for dietary restrictions.
- Meet the team in a storytelling night by the sound of the river.
- Photography experimentations as we listen to the stars
- Effortless mediation and brain massage, as we let our ego behind slowly our intentions are revealing in front of us.
- Setting the sacred space for our inner journey to the center of the self. letting go and just be in a circle with brothers and sisters.
💫 Sleep by the river
Tents will be already made from OMJ team, in a distance where we will be able to hear the river slowly drifting while you sleep.
OMJ provides:
- Tents for 2 or 3 people
- Matress
- Pillow
- Sheets and pillowcase
- Sleeping bag and/or blankets
- Tent light
Guest required equipment:
- Thermal long sleeve clothes (ισοθερμικά ρούχα)
- Sleeping clothes
- Personal hygiene essentials
Guest optional equipment:
- Sleeping bag (Comfort temp: +5 °C or lower)
In general, the sleeping bag is considered a personal item but OMJ wants to provide the opportunity to everybody to join us, that’s why we offer sleeping bag and/or blankets for everybody. Having said that, if you have a sleeping bag that you want to use during these nights, be our guest. We will priovide extra blankets if needed.
Saturday, October 5
Day 2: Ascend Mount Taygetos
🍵 Breakfast & Herbal tea
10:00
Tripi Camping Spot
Start your day with a connection to Nature next to the water. Enjoy your breakfast along with a custom herbal tea or coffee.
Breakfast:
- Yogurt
- Granola
- Honey
- Dried fruits
- Nuts
DM @theotromundojourney for dietary restrictions.
🐃 Explore the surroundings
11:00
Let the ancient vibe of the place to sync us with mother Earth as we explore the area next to the river. Jump from rock to rock or play balance games on a slackline, remember to be a child. A refreshing jump to the water is always an option.
Guest optional equipement:
- Bathing suit
- Body towel
- Sandals (teva style)
⛺ Camping tips (optional)
Learn from the best:
- Equipment setup
- Decide what to buy
- Match gear to conditions
- Ultralight backpacking
🧘 Yoga session
12:00
An all-levels welcome Yoga session will take place near the camping spot. Dimitra will help us feel the innner rythm, stretch and prepare our body for the ascent.
Guest equipment:
- Yoga mat (OMJ. can provide some mats)
- Stretchy clothes
🥘 Lunch at a Traditional Tavern
13:00
Palaiopanagia Village
not included in price
Drive to a delicious meal, preparing our body for the mountain ascent.
🚩 Prepare for Hiking
15:00
Katafigio (Mountain Shelter) Spartis (Meeting point)
Piges (Spring) Magganari (Meeting point)
- Drive to hiking starting point.
- Cars can be parked at Magganari Springs (no dirt road) or by the Shelter (dirt road). We will re-group into the cars towards the Shelter if cars are to be left behind.
- Last preparations for our backpack. Pack water from the source and snacks.
⛰️ Ascent to Mount Taygetos
15:00
Total distance: 7.5 km
Total elevation: 850m
Average total duration: 6h (shelter-summit-shelter)
We’ll start the hike to reach Taygetos’ summit in time for a sunset meditation, perfectly timed to witness the pyramid shadow phenomenon at 19:07. The day’s schedule is adjusted to ensure we’re at the summit as the sunset casts its unique shadow over the Laconic Gulf. A moderate level of fitness is required for this 6-hour round-trip hike.
Guest equipment:
- Hiking shoes (very important!)
- Headlight (very important!)
- Waterproof Jacket
- Day backpack (small-medium size 10l-30l)
- Beanie (optional)
- Buff (optional)
- Gloves (optional)
- Hiking poles (optional)
- Water (Mother Nature says reusable bottles!)
- Snacks
🌬️ Sunset Meditation and offerings
18:30
Taygetos Summit, Profitis Elias
Sunset Meditation and Offerings As the sun begins to set, we will experience an effortless meditation at the mountain’s summit, where a breathtaking 360° view fills your heart with harmony and beauty. In this serene moment, we’ll carry our intentions, sending love waves to the universe while offering prayers for all as the sun gracefully descends.
🥾 Descent from Summit
19:00
We’ll pack up and begin our descent, stopping and witness the miracle of milky way.
Guest equipment:
- Flashlight (required)
- Photographic equipment, if you like it! (optional)
Menu to be defined by the Shelter cuisine.
💤 Sleep by the river
00:00
Tripi Camping Spot
Home sweet home, our camp is waiting for us, time for relaxation and recharge.
Sunday, October 6
Day 3: Botanical Wisdom & Return to Athens
🍵 Breakfast time
10:00
Tripi Camping Spot
We prepare breakfast in a morning circle adding our personal taste and sharing gastronomy tips.
💆 Massage time! (optional)
11:00
not included in price
If you feel your body sore, Dimitra is your relief expert. With an additional cost, you can experience a unique massage session in the nature. Dimitra will invite mother nature’s energy to infuse it in her therapy.
🍃 Botanical Wisdom
12:00
Taygetos secret spot
Duration: 1,5h
Eleni “Magiko Votani” will lead us in the world of greek local herbs. While we walk, she will talk about and help us identify specific species. Prepare of a learning session based on experience!
👋 Farewell Lunch
15:00
not included in price
Enjoy the company of the team on a traditional meal before returning to Athens.
Included
- Camping equipment
- Guided Experiences
- Breakfast
- Light dinner
- Safety & Caring
Brings yours
The following can be provided by our team but we highly encourage to bring your re-usable ones:
- Water container
- Cup (for hot and chilled drinks)
- Plate + fork (for BBQ)
- Bowl and spoon (for Breakfast)
The following are considered personal items but we want to provide the opportunity to everybody to join us so we can offer them if needed:
- Sleeping bag (Comfort temp: +5 °C or lower)
- Yoga mat
Excluded
- Transportation *
- Personal equipment
- Meals (2 lunches + 1 dinner)
- Snacks & Drinks
- Toilet and running water for bathing
- Extra sessions (Massage)
* transportation options available: car-pooling/transfer, DM Yannis or Yorgos for more information
Meet the Team
- Your Hosts:
- Yorgos @georgeyord
- Yannis @theotromundojourney
- Mountain Guide: Konstantinos @kosbekas
- Herbal expert: Eleni to Magiko Votani
- Yoga & Massage: Dimitra @healing_massage_mykonos