An 8-Night Lantern Festival, Buddhist Temple + Elephant Adventure
Baan Boo Loo Village
A corner of the world where the frantic pace of modern life drops away, transporting you to another era entirely (an estate that used to be for traditional Thai doctors)—Baan Boo Loo Village is a perfect sanctuary. Simple living connected to nature and sprinkled with artisan crafts the vibe is enchanting, whispering history of Chiang Mai’s ancient Lanna Capital.
The estate itself is a secluded collection of six beautifully restored Lanna-style wooden houses and rice barns.
Tucked away, just steps from the golden spires of Wat Phra Singh and the vibrant Sunday Walking Street, the village invites you to immerse yourself in Chiang Mai’s famously unhurried pace.
This harmony shapes everything Baan Boo Loo touches, from their commitment to wholesome, locally- sourced food to their gentle approach to well-being.
At Baan Boo Loo, you’re looked after as cherished friends. Begin your days with Baan Boo Loo with the comfort of a traditional, home-cooked Thai breakfast as the morning light filters through the teakwood, and end with the peaceful stillness of the evening. It is a place to find a little warmth, slow down, and simply rest.
CHAI LAI ORCHID
ELEPHANT SANCTURARY
In the foothills of the Himalayas, homeland of the Pga k’ nyau indigenous people, is the Chai lai Orchid. Surrounded by jungle landscapes and breathtaking green rice fields. Guests can enjoy swimming with elephants and trekking to waterfalls and hidden jungle temples at this thrilling adventure haven. Or simply enjoy the luxury of unspoilt nature, and relax in your private bungalow.
Over the last 10 years, Chai Lai Orchid has cared for, fed, rescued 22 Asian elephants. Guests can help care for elephants, observe them in nature and swim with them in the river.
For travelers today, CBT offers a unique and authentic alternative to the often homogenized experiences of traditional tourism. Visitors can stay in locally-owned accommodations, dine on traditional cuisine, learn about traditional crafts, and participate in cultural activities that are not staged for tourists. This authentic engagement provides a richer and more rewarding travel experience, allowing tourists to form genuine connections with their hosts.
Inner Light Retreat
November 10-18, 2027
Reconnect to your inner light + embrace Thai culture during the most magical time of Yi Peng
The vibe in Chiang Mai during Yi Peng is majestic, blending spiritual reverence with vibrant street celebrations and a glowing, dreamlike atmosphere.
Yi Peng Festival dates back to the ancient Lana Kingdom; during the full moon of the second month, releasing a lantern into the sky symbolized: letting go of past sadness, bad luck, and troubles from the previous year; represents a wish or prayer for good fortune, health, and a bright future; and honored Buddha.
Our time here also coincides with Loy Krathong (the Thai Festival of Lights) an annual celebration where people gather near rivers, lakes, and canals to float small, decorated baskets called krathongs onto the water. The family at Baan Boo Loo Village has offered us to join them in honoring Phra Mae Khongkha, the goddess of water, to thank her for life-sustaining water and ask forgiveness for pollution. We’ll make Krathong and enjoy a floating ceremony together at the canal near our the village, sending the basket down the river symbolizes washing away bad luck, sins, and negative feelings from the past year.
In addition to these special ceremonies, expect: daily yoga, a half-day Monk Chat insid Wat Suan Dok, a hike along the Monk’s trail, a trip to the artists village for an optional art class, breathwork ceremonies, sound healings, time to relax in our quiet village, and allllll the delicious nourishing Thai food.
We wrap up our time together with two-nights in the jungle where we’ll hike to waterfalls, swimming with elephants, and supporting indigenous communities
Walk beside elephants through the jungle, swim beneath hidden waterfalls, and spend the night in a traditional Karen hill tribe village deep in the mountains of Northern Thailand.
Among the quiet, you have time to journal, yoga, reflect and integrate the past week with elephant friends.
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We took care of the planning, organizing, and nitty-gritty details, so you don’t have too!
Return home a little bit more ALIVE + more YOU.
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What's Included
~ 6 Nights Accommodation at Baan Boo Loo Village
~ 2 Nights Accommodation at Chai Lai Orchid Sanctuary
~ Thai herbal drinks, fruit juices, organic local teas, coffees and fresh fruit available all day at Baan Boo Loo
~Daily Breakfast and Dinner
~ Daily Morning Yoga Classes (for Inner Light) Led by EJ
~ Breathwork Ceremonies, Women’s Circles, Meditation, and Sound Baths led by EJ
~ Half Day Retreat/Monk Chat at Wat Suan Dok
~ Yi Peng Lantern Festival Entrance, 2 Lanterns, Dinner and Transport
~ Loy Krathong ceremony and offering
~ Hike Monk Trail and Doi Inthanon National Park:
~ Day trip to artist village
~ Thai cooking class
~ free day use of The Lanna Herbal Steam Room
~ Herbal Foot bath room session
~ Roundtrip Transport to/from Chiang Mai Airport
~ Sun + Soul Welcome Bag <3
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Not Included
~ International Flights to Chiang Mai International Airport
~ Lunch (so you can explore the amazing food in the city)
~ Private Reiki session with EJ ($85)
Retreat Leader
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Elizabeth "EJ" Brumfield
Elizabeth Jane “EJ” is the founder and retreat director of Sun + Soul Retreats. Her talent lies in creating safe whimsical spaces that allow for authenticity, inner healing, and the courage to show up as your true self.
She is an E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher Trainer, Certified Sound Alchemist and Certified Breathwork Facilitator: she serves as a lead yoga instructor for international 200 hour trainings and created a Sound Healer Training she hosts in Colorado.
A retired Study Abroad enthusiast and International Relations major, EJ lived and worked abroad for 4 years in India, Bali, New Zealand, the Maldives and Philippines. It was traveling, engaging in local culture, studying the history, art, music and eating the food of a country that healed the darkest pieces of her heart and empowered her to be authentically herself—her mission is to be a conduit for you to do the same
Her intention for each retreat is to empower women to live authentically + embrace their power. By adding ancient tools of ceremony during slow cultural travel (along with play and whimsy!) she hopes every woman returns home with sore smile lines and the feeling that she is gold.
She has been teaching, studying, practicing, and sharing yoga + adventure all over the world for over 14 years.
Sample Daily Schedule
~Morning Yoga / Ceremony / Sound Bath/ Meditation
~ Breakfast
~Excursion, Half Day Monk Chat, Visit Artist Village, Hike Monk Trail, Visit Temples, Free Time, Lunch, Markets, Thai Cooking Class Steam Room, Relax, Play with Elephants, Hike to Waterfalls
~ Afternoon Yin Yoga/ Women’s Circles/ one evening Yi Peng Lantern Festival
~Dinner
~ Reading Time, Night Market Exploration, and one evening Loy Krathong Ceremony
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Private Villa
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Unique private renovated farmers villa with ensuite private bathroom and terrace
With A/C, safety deposit box, hair dryer, toiletries
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$5,150 per private room: includes daily breakfast/dinner + excursions + yoga
Shared Villa
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Unique shared renovated farmers villa with ensuite bathroom and terrace (two beds, one bathroom)
With A/C, safety deposit box, hair dryer, toiletries
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$2,950 per person in shared room: includes daily breakfast/dinner + excursions + yoga
Call it In!
A $750 non-refundable + non-transferable deposit is required to hold your reservation.
All balances are due in full on or before October 1st, 2027
Testimonials
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EJ, is a very special human! The trip to Morocco was nothing less than magical. She provides this wonderful mixture of Yoga, adventure, connection and directed time for self-care. EJ has this unique ability to make everyone feel welcome and supported. Meanwhile, this trip of exploration felt seamless. If you are even considering a trip with her, don’t hesitate and book immediately. And, bring a friend. My sister and I did this together and created more lifelong memories. Your adventurous soul will be happy you did!!
~Erin, Morocco ‘26
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I attended the 2026 Morocco retreat with Sun + Soul Retreats led by EJ, and it ended up being one of the most meaningful travel experiences I’ve ever had. I honestly didn’t know what to expect going into it, especially since I had never done structured group travel before, but afterward I felt incredibly grateful that I said yes to the experience. There is simply no way I could have created something this thoughtful, balanced, and impactful on my own. EJ was absolutely the perfect person to lead this retreat. She brought such a lighthearted, positive, and grounding energy to the group while also somehow coordinating every detail seamlessly. She has a real gift for understanding what the group needs in the moment and creating an environment where everyone feels supported, comfortable, and included. The retreat itself was beautifully balanced between adventure and inner work. The meditation sessions, yoga, breathwork, and sound bath experiences were profound for me. What made the experience even more special was the group of women EJ brought together. There was such a strong sense of support, openness, and connection throughout the trip. Whether we were exploring, reflecting, or simply sharing meals together, I always felt safe to fully be myself. The entire retreat was intentional, uplifting, and transformative in a way that is hard to fully put into words. I wholeheartedly recommend Sun + Soul Retreats to any woman looking for adventure, connection, personal growth, and the experience of traveling alongside an amazing group of women.
~Anna, Morocco ‘26
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A year ago, I went on an amazing journey with EJ and the most amazing women to Morocco. 🇲🇦 It was life changing. I’m an introvert & I felt love whether I chose to participate in group activities or process my own journey. EJ is one of the most amazing facilitators of planning simply fabulous adventures! 💕
~Laurie, Morocco ‘24
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“I had been following EJ on Instagram for about a year and had been interested in attending one of her retreats. As soon as she announced Morocco, I was sold. It was a bucket list trip I had always wanted to take, and I’m so grateful that I did. Every logistic was taken care of by EJ, she’s organized, professional and calm under pressure; something I value from a leader and someone I’m giving lots of money to. Traveling to the exotic location was just a tip of the iceberg for me, it’s what I’m walking away with the is truly the icing on the cake. I came into this retreat not knowing a soul and I’m leaving with a handful of women that I consider sisters now. We laugh, we cry, we explore and we get out of our comfort zones; leaving as stronger women with a sense of growth at the end of our time together. If someone were to ask me if I recommend attending a retreat with Sun and Soul, my answer is 1000%!”
~Jen, Morocco ‘24
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Elizabeth, Thank you so much for bringing me in to experience both this journey and your warm energy. You are always a good reminder of what it means to truly feel comfortable, vulnerable, and love for one's self. What makes this retreat so special is YOU! Continue to lean into that to grow. Overall, I'll remember this forever!!
~Emily, Morocco ‘24
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This was the most wonderful week of my life and I will forever cherish and hold fond memories of it! You all are such magical and inspiring women and I feel like I’m leaving with a stronger sense of purpose in my life. I loved the strength classes, the yin/sound baths, the massage and Reiki, the MOST picturesque hotel, and being surrounded by such a great group. Kudos, kudos, kudos to all that you’ve done to organize this, from planning the schedule, to surf lessons to inspiring ceremonies. I will never forget this week and I will never forget you! I’m sad to live so far, but hope to share joy with you all again. xoxo
~ Natalie, Sayulita ‘22
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Thank you so much for a magical adventure in Morocco. Your light shines so bright and your heart is so big. You make this world a better place ~ Keep smiling <3
~Chelsea, Morocco ‘24
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A week full of love, laughter, adventure + healing! Thank you ladies for another absolutely magical retreat. I feel rejuvenated + inspired. You seem to always find the most beautiful places w/ the kindest people + most excellent hospitality. I feel spoiled by the practices + all of the love I was surrounded with this week. So happy to hear the next ones are already in the works because you 3 create such an inviting space + allow us to be whatever we need for a week. I love you all so much!
~Lauren Portugal ‘23
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Wow ladies. What a special & beautiful week. This has easily been one of the best in my life. THANK YOU for creating such a safe + welcoming space for us. I loved the mix of challenging + relaxing workouts. Sarah, you are so motivating, descriptive, and knowledgeable- it's been a blessing picking your brain. Alison, thank you for helping me shed things I have been holding onto that no longer serve purpose for me. I feel lighter + clear. EJ, your sound healings were so powerful for me; I've taken so much from this trip. I am coming back a grown woman.
~Nocona, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was amazing—I felt like it nourished my mind, body, and soul. Beautiful location and beautiful people! I'll miss the sounds of the ocean, daily workouts, the food, the people...Thank you EJ, Sarah, and Alison so much for all the work you put in to plan this retreat. It is something I will always remember and cherish! <3
~Megan, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was better than I could have ever expected. You three are the perfect combination to lead a retreat. I loved the balance of pushing myself physically, the yin/sound and the opportunity for massage and Reiki. The added bonus of Sarah's nutritional expertise was great, too! I really loved your energy as you worked together! The location (awesome) and outside activities were great too! Thank you!
~Tracy, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was absolutely PERFECT! I feel restored and my heart has so much happiness in it. You guys did an amazing job putting on such a beautiful retreat! Can't wait for the next one! Thank you! <3
~ Sammy, Sayulita ‘22
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I just want to thank you all for such a magical week! Spending time with you has ben incredible. Your energy is shining + made my heart so full! xx
~KK, Portugal ‘23
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Over the past two years, I have embarked on remarkable journeys to Croatia and Italy with these exceptional ladies and wonderful group of women. The meticulous design of each trip exceeds all expectations, offering a transformative experience from start to finish. Not only will you enjoy the beauty and culture of these destinations but also forge meaningful relationships that often become invaluable connections. I eagerly anticipate planning my trip for next year and sharing this incredible experience with my closest friends. I encourage you to prioritize your own adventure. Do not hesitate any longer. Sign up for the next extraordinary journey; it promises to be a decision you will cherish for a lifetime. Love you ladies 💕 Thank You 💕
~ Michelle, Croatia ‘24 + Italy ‘25
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Thank you for including me on the magical Portugal adventure! This retreat was the getaway I was craving. It was the best mix of planned activities + relaxing free time. You gals are building an empire and I hope to be along for all the future trips! xo
~Tay, Portugal ‘23
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The most wonderful week with the most wonderful ladies. I know we are all still on a high from our time together, from our meals, our accommodations, the scorching heat of the temezcal ceremony and of course the sun and sand in our toes. Your attention to detail did not go unnoticed. I could not have asked for a better Thanksgiving week. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You filled my cup - xxoo
~Denise, Sayulita ‘22
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When things are done with love it makes all the difference. You all bring such a balance to people around you. It's easy to let go and be free. Wish this could be a monthly thing! Thank you for all the love you put into this adventure. Eat, sleep, surf! haha! xx
~ Badger, Portugal ‘23
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I had a wonderful experience at the Moroccan women’s retreat February 2026. The retreat offered a beautiful balance of yoga, meditation, sound baths, adventure, and time to explore Morocco — all thoughtfully led by EJ. We also had unforgettable experiences exploring Marrakesh and the Sahara Desert, which made the trip even more magical. Although many of the women already knew each other, I traveled solo and immediately felt welcomed and included. The atmosphere was truly about women supporting women, and I left with meaningful new friendships and unforgettable memories. Once we arrived in Morocco, EJ took care of every detail, which made it easy to fully relax and enjoy the experience. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking for connection, adventure, wellness, and community.
~Trish, Morocco ‘26
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Wow. Wow. Wow. You ladies have made an incredible impact on every woman's life that attended this week. Thank you is not enough. This place you chose, the experiences you connected us to, the perfectly planned out days and the beauty + love you brought together in everyone makes it really hard to leave. I love that I got the chance to connect and spend with w/the 3 of you. You will absolutely be seeing me on another retreat! Thank you lovely ladies x a million! <3
~Lauren, Sayulita ‘22
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Trip of a lifetime to Morocco in Feb/March 2026. So easy - just showed up, everything was planned down to every last detail. Even meals were family style! I didn't have to make a single decision for nearly 2 weeks. Yoga should be a must for every trip! So nice to stretch and relax after a day of adventures. Highlights for me other than the overall experience with a lot of friends, new and old, were camel riding in the Sahara and a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Atlas Mountains. I would go on a trip with EJ anytime/anywhere! Highly recommend is an understatement.
~Holly, Morocco ‘26
Payments
A $750 non-refundable + non-transferable deposit is required to hold your reservation.
All balances are due in full on or before October 1st, 2027
FAQs
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Chiang Mai International Airport
Let us know your flight departure and arrirval and your transport will be arranged (on us)
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All deposits are non-refundable + non-transferrable.
No exceptions.
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Yes! This retreat is capped at 10 women.
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If you are looking to party, get wasted, or consume more than a glass or two of wine at dinner; this retreat is NOT for you
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During Yi Peng, accommodation costs almost triple, because everyone wants to be in Chiang Mai for the Lantern Festival. It’s one of the most magical times to be there—those who have had a taste of the spirit of Thailand at this time concur: magic awaits.
