Living an elevated life means striving for growth, purpose, and a fulfilling experience that goes beyond the ordinary, encompassing both personal and societal well-being. That's exactly what this retreat promises.
Led by expert Utah hiking and camping guides, you will experience 7 of the most stunning parks in America.
Immerse yourself in the energy of the red rocks & release your worries to the starry desert sky.
Simplicity allows you see and explore the depths of a life's natural gifts and beauty while enhancing your gratitude for the finer luxuries in life.
Your accommodations along this trip will start out primitive and unplugged, after this you will experience a gradual elevation to absolute luxury! Our final night of the Life Elevated retreat will be spent in your very own private king room at the most opulent and luxurious hotel & spa in Salt Lake City!
Utah is home to arguably 5 of the best national parks—Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion—collectively known as The Mighty Five. Established between 1919 and 1971, these parks are famous for their spectacular red-rock formations, desert solitude, rejuvenating energy, stunning starry sky's, and more than 1,000 miles of hiking trails.
Your professionally guided Mighty Five hikes:
Canyonlands Hike: Grand View Point Trail (or similar) | 2-3 miles | Slight elevation gain
Arches Hike: Delicate Arch & Windows Section | 3-7+ miles | 700+ feet elevation gain
Capitol Reef Hike: Fremont River Trail (or similar) | 2-4 miles | 400+ feet elevation gain
Bryce Canyon Hike: Navajo/Queen’s Garden Loop Trail | 3-4 miles | 600+ feet elevation gain
Zion Hike: The Narrows | 3-5 miles | Slight elevation gain
Top Rated Expert Guides:
Our knowledgeable Mountain Based guides will lead you through breathtaking landscapes and teach you about the local flora, fauna, geology, and culture of the area. We will leave the logistics to them so you are able to spend your time relaxing and enjoying the retreat experience.
"Eating healthy food fills your body with energy and nutrients. Imagine your cells smiling back at you and saying: Thank you!" -Karen Salmansohn
Our guides are also experts in outdoor cooking, so you’ll be able to savor delicious meals while camping. They are focused on partnering with local eateries and markets that use only the finest, premium ingredients in secluded areas close to National Parks. They have conducted thorough research to ensure that your meal is as pleasing to the taste buds as it is to the eyes.
They believe that the food prepared each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner is equally as important as a great day on the trails. The meals are focused on lean proteins, veggies, greens, and a variety of side dishes. Our guides put in extra effort to make sure that only the freshest ingredients are used in the preparation of your meals to ensure you remain satisfied and energized.
You will enjoy a mix of camp base meals, local dining, and picnic-style lunches with breathtaking views.
Mindful Mornings
Starting your day with movement and meditation offers numerous benefits, including enhanced focus, reduced stress, and improved mood, setting a positive foundation for the day ahead.
Each morning we will find the perfect spot not far from camp to enjoy a Mindful Morning practice. During this daily gathering you will connect with your body & heart as we stretch, give thanks, and set intentions for a safe and spectacular day ahead.
Road Trip Rambles
Conversations are the gateway to learning about ourselves and other people. Talking about feelings and thoughts can help boost our confidence, reduce stress and positively impact on our overall well-being. Our road trip conversations can have a big impact on our mental health.
We will be spending plenty of time in the upscale sprinter van enjoying scenic drives between National Parks. Feel free to join in on the day's intriguing topic of discussion, or simply sit back & listen.
Evening Meditations
Meditating before bed can promote relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, by calming the mind and body, which can lead to easier and deeper sleep.
Your retreat includes several beautiful guided meditations to help you wind down from your incredible day of adventure and connect with your heart’s desires.
Progressive Relaxation
Peace & Harmony Sound Bath
Yoga Nidra & Metta Prayer
Starlit Meditation
Cacao Ceremony
Flights are not included in your Mighty Five Retreat. However, we will recommend flights and support you thorough the travel planning process!
When you arrive at the Salt Lake City Airport, you can choose to Uber, taxi or take the train to the Hotel that we have reserved for you, its just five minutes from the airport.
Deep breath, you have arrived!
We will take it from here, a clean, safe, and comfortable modern room awaits you!
Relax and recover from your travels. Tomorrow morning we will gather in the lobby to begin our adventure as a collective.
This restorative night's stay is included in your retreat.
Our adventure officially begins as we enjoy an acquainting breakfast together before being picked up by our Mighty Five expert guides.
Our expert guides will pick us up this morning and we will depart from Salt Lake City.
Today we journey from the snow-capped granite peaks of the Wasatch Mountains to the red rock canyons of southern Utah. Our guides will provide detailed narratives about the region’s geological history, indigenous cultures, and intricate ecosystem.
Our first Road Trip Ramble:
Today's Topic:
The quote-
"Great people do things before they're ready. They do things before they know they can do it. And by doing it, they're proven right". - Amy Poehler
We’ll arrive at Dead Horse Point State Park, where you'll enjoy a picnic lunch while taking in the breathtaking views of Canyonlands National Park, and the winding Colorado River below. This park’s awe-inspiring scenery has been used by Hollywood countless times – most notably in “Thelma & Louise” and the opening scene of “Mission: Impossible 2”.
This afternoon, we will enter Canyonlands National Park and explore the “Island in the Sky” District. This section of the Mighty Five Utah park sits high atop a plateau surrounded by 2,000-foot cliffs. These red rock formations were carved by wind and water over millennia, creating a landscape that seems almost otherworldly. We’ll drive to the very end of the plateau and set off on a short, introductory hike to Grand View Point – known for having one of the best panoramic views in the entire national park system.
Our campsite is just outside the adventure town of Moab. Nestled among iconic red rock formations, promises an authentic wilderness experience. Get ready to unplug, and connect with nature on a deep level!
Primitive but scenic, the location offers unparalleled views that transform with the changing light.
Our Mighty Five Utah guides will assist with a simple tent tutorial and begin preparing a delicious first-night dinner.
Enjoy the starry skies this evening with a campfire and s’mores!
*Option to head to town for a shower.
Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a deep relaxation technique that has been effectively used to control stress and anxiety, relieve insomnia, and reduce symptoms of certain types of chronic pain.
Surrender to the many benefits of this mountain & sky themed meditation before tucking in on this first night of our Life Elevated adventure.
Sweet dreams!
Today's mindful morning theme:
"I bend so that I don't break".
Time for coffee and a hot breakfast, prepared by our guides.
Today, we venture into the iconic Arches National Park, a geological wonderland where nature’s artistry is on full display.
Our journey begins with a challenging yet rewarding hike to the world-famous Delicate Arch. As you stand beneath this natural masterpiece, you’ll be awestruck by its grandeur and feel a sense of wonder that will last a lifetime.
After our hike, we’ll embark on a scenic drive through the park, taking in breathtaking views of towering rock formations and vibrant desert landscapes.
We will pause for a leisurely picnic lunch surrounded by tall, thin, vertical slabs of rock known as “fins.” Our Mighty Five Utah exploration continues with visits to the Windows Section and Double Arch.
After leaving the park, we will head to the adventure town of Moab, a vibrant community nestled amidst stunning red rock landscapes. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to explore local shops and browse southwest inspired art galleries.
We’ll enjoy dinner at a favorite local eatery before returning to camp to watch the sunset and gather around the campfire, sharing stories and reflecting on the day’s adventures.
Wind down with a live sound bath. Experience the vibrations of Himalayan bowls, the soothing rhythm of the water wheel, and peacefulness of elemental chimes singing with the surroundings, and traveling through your entire body. Feel the peace & harmony that surrounds you.
Good night, friends.
Today's Mindful Morning Theme:
"My love flows freely"
Cacao contains a range of compounds that can enhance this heart-opening experience, including theobromine, which can stimulate the heart and promote feelings of euphoria, and tryptophan, which is a precursor to serotonin, the "feel-good" neurotransmitter.
This morning we will entertain a quick stretch before beginning a heart centered cacao ceremony.
Time for a hearty breakfast before breaking camp and embarking on a breathtaking journey from Moab to Bryce Canyon.
Road Trip Ramble
Todays Topic:
Goblins, ghosts, and angels... oh my! - What do you believe in, what have you experienced?
Our first stop is Goblin Valley State Park, a whimsical landscape of hoodoo formations that will transport you to another world. These otherworldly rock sculptures, shaped by the relentless forces of wind and water, were the “rock monsters” from the comedy film Galaxy Quest.
Enjoy a scenic & delicious picnic lunch at Capitol Reef National Park.
This afternoon we will embark on a captivating hike that showcases the park’s stunning scenery, including views of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic marvel where the earth’s crust has been uplifted. Depending on the season, we will explore the Grand Wash area or hike along the scenic Fremont River Trail through the lush Fruita district.
We’ll continue our Mighty Five Utah adventure along Scenic Byway Route 12 over Boulder Mountain and through the vast expanse of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument before reaching Bryce Canyon National Park.
Once we arrive, we’ll set up camp & enjoy a delicious dinner. Tonight's accommodations offer running water, hot showers, electricity, and WiFi, adding back into the mix basic modern amenities.
Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that is also referred to as "effortless relaxation". You will be guided to the edge of consciousness, which some people describe as dreaming while awake. Metta prayer is an ancient Buddist practice that invites peace, healing, safety, and forgiveness into your heart.
This evening's meditation is intended to bring awareness to the transformation that is happening along our journey, and to help you sleep "like a baby" tonight, in anticipation of another amazing day ahead.
Good night, my friends!
Get ready to witness a breathtaking sunrise at Bryce Canyon! As dawn breaks, the towering hoodoos, sculpted by centuries of erosion, will ignite in a vibrant orange hue, creating a truly unforgettable spectacle.
Mindful Morning (on the move):
After witnessing this spectacle, we will stretch, give thanks and set our intention for the remainder of this beautiful day.
Today's mindful morning theme:
"Igniting the light from within".
Enjoy yet another hot breakfast & coffee.
After a hot breakfast, we’ll embark on the iconic Navajo and Queen’s Garden Trail. This 3-mile loop offers stunning vistas, winding paths, and a deep dive into the geologic history of Bryce Canyon.
As we descend into the canyon, you will be awestruck by the towering hoodoos and panoramic views. After the Mighty Five Utah hike, we’ll make a stop at the visitor center to learn more about the park’s fascinating geology.
The journey begins to the greater Zion National Park.
Road Trip Ramble
Today's Topic:
"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." The magic in shifting perspectives.
We will set up camp just outside of Zion park. Tonight's accommodation offers everything a campgrounds could possibly have, and even more! Feel free to relax by the campfire, take a refreshing dip in the resort’s pool, experience a virtual reality ride, enjoy the jacuzzis, or simply enjoy some quiet time.
As the sun sets, we will gather around the campfire for a final group dinner, sharing stories and laughter as we reflect on the week’s adventures.
Set grand intentions during this beautiful starry sky meditation.
Surrender to relaxation as I gently guide you a heart aligned wish upon a star.
Today's mindful morning theme:
"Connected to all things".
Our last camp based meal together on this journey!
Today, we’ll explore deep into the heart of Zion National Park. From the Visitor Center, we’ll board a shuttle that takes us deep into the canyon, where we’ll embark on a hike along the Virgin River.
The highlight of the day will be the Narrows (arguably the most famous feature in Zion National Park), a stunning slot canyon where towering cliffs rise hundreds of feet above. We’ll wade through the cool, clear water, surrounded by towering sandstone walls.
Please Note: Depending on weather conditions and water levels, we may adjust our plans. If water levels are too high for the Narrows, we’ll explore other iconic trails like the Scout Lookout Trail or the Emerald Pools Trail, offering breathtaking views and unique geological formations.
After our Mighty Five Utah adventure, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local café before making our way back to Salt Lake City.
Road Trip Ramble
Today's Topic:
What does living an elevated life mean to you? What have you experienced on this trip that made you feel truly ALIVE?
It's time to say goodbye to our amazing guides and, thank them for an experience of a lifetime!
Now, let's check into Salt Lake City's most Luxurious Hotel!
The Grand America Hotel is an opulent European-style hotel in the heart of Salt Lake City.
After washing up and settling into our grand surroundings, we will gather for an elaborate celebration dinner at the hotel restaurant.
The Grand America Hotel offers house-made artisan ice cream. It's only fitting that we have planned for you a sweet farewell. Join us for this sentimental ice cream social as we close out our amazing Life Elevated retreat.
Indulge in the luxury and elegance that surrounds you on your last night in Utah, a stark contrast to that very first night spent unplugged in the heart of the Canyonlands. Who says you can't have it all?!
Your 700 sq ft private king room is proof that thoughtful design, generous spaciousness, and uncompromised quality can make elegant accommodations feel comfortable and personal.
Perhaps you would like to soak in the oversized tub this evening before tucking into the encryption cotton sheets?
Sweet dreams, friend.
Until our next amazing journey together....XOXO
Our expert guides will lead the way in their new 15-passenger Transit van, complete with air conditioning, large windows, and all the necessary amenities to ensure a comfortable journey.
Take in all the stunning views in comfort!
Not only will we hike the "Mighty Five", we will also visit two gorgeous state parks, Goblin Valley and Dead Horse Point.
Dead Horse Point State Park
Canyonlands National Park
Arches National Park
Goblin Valley State Park
Capitol Reef National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
Zion National Park
Canyonlands Hike: Grand View Point Trail (or similar) | 2-3 miles | Slight elevation gain
Arches Hike: Delicate Arch & Windows Section | 3-7+ miles | 700+ feet elevation gain
Capitol Reef Hike: Fremont River Trail (or similar) | 2-4 miles | 400+ feet elevation gain
Bryce Canyon Hike: Navajo/Queen’s Garden Loop Trail | 3-4 miles | 600+ feet elevation gain
Zion Hike: The Narrows | 3-5 miles | Slight elevation gain
We have hired the very best guides for this trip! Not only has my interaction with them been amazing, they have been awarded multiple TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards for being among the best tour operators in the American West. These accolades demonstrate their commitment to delivering outstanding experiences.
They will take care of all the logistics, gear, cooking, transportation, and expertise so we can focus on a mindful getaway, exploring the parks, and feeling the personal elevation that this retreat promises, without any of the stress.
I am confident that we will be well cared for on this incredible adventure.
The four person tents are shared, 2 people per tent. Or, you request to upgrade to a private tent.
All Camping Equipment
Four person tent
3" air pad
Sleeping Bag
Cooking Equipment
Tables & Chairs
Sheet
Pillow
Hotel rooms are private unless you would like to share a room.
One restorative night's stay at a Marriott- Private room
One luxurious night's stay at The Grand America- Private Premier 700sq ft king room
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner. Monday-Saturday
You will enjoy a mix of delicious camp base meals, local dining, and picnic-style lunches with breathtaking views. I should also mention our fancy celebration dinner at the end of out trip!
Daily Mindful Morning Practices
Road Trip Rambles
Additional Guided Meditations
Progressive Relaxation
Peace & Harmony Sound Bath
Starlit Meditation
Yoga Nidra Metta Prayer
Cacao Ceremony
Amazing Sunrises & Sunsets
New Friends
Incredible Memories & Pictures
Breathtaking Scenery
Positive Mindset Shifts
Personal Growth (Life Elevated)
Lots of LOVE
Be prepared for a safe, well-organized, and truly elevating experience!
Not Included
Flights
Transportation to and from hotels to the airport. Both hotels are less than 10 minutes from Salt Lake City Airport. If you wish, transportation can be arranged for an additional cost.
Travel Insurance- Highly recommended
Spa Treatments
Alcohol
Heather found her love for spiritual healing through listening to guided meditations and watching her attitude towards life shift in a very positive and healthy direction. Whether she is teaching classes or workshops in her studio, hosting retreats at Kelpytown Kove, or abroad, her goal is simple, inner peace.
Formally Trained Artist
Certified Yoga Teacher E-RYT 200/ YACEP
Certified Meditation Teacher
Certified Yoga Nidra Guide
Reiki Practitioner
Certified Practitioner of Vibrational Therapies
Certified Practitioner of Sound Therapies
Empowerment Guide
Hypnotherapy Practitioner
(certification studies underway)
We have mindfully chosen the dates of your adventure to give you the best opportunity to be comfortable during the entire trip.
Average September Moab/ Canyonlands/ Arches Weather: High 89° / Low 54°
Average September Capitol Reef Weather: High 75° / Low 59°
Average September Bryce Weather: High 70° / Low 49°
Average September Zion Weather: High 91° / Low 60°
This retreat is open to everyone ages 18+.
This trip of a lifetime isn't a small investment and we understand that not everyone can pay-in-full at the time of booking. Therefore, we are excited to be able to offer you a convenient payment plan.
$500 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT
Due at booking & reserves your spot!
Payment Plan
You may opt to take advantage of our convenient payment plan.
Minus the $500 deposit, your retreat cost will be spread across a maximum of 14 months (depending on time of booking). Payments are due by the last day of each month.
You will receive reminder emails starting ten days prior to the payment deadline
If you haven't made payment by the last day of the month, your credit card on file will be automatically charged.
If your card declines and we cannot reach you within 14 days, you will be removed from the retreat and the cancellation policy will apply.
*Booking/ Pricing
Pricing is per person. $3,500
Take advantage of our payment plan and VIP discount by May 31, and pay only $200 / month!
You will be asked at the time of booking if you are traveling with another guest that you would like to room with so that we may ensure you share a suite/ tent.
We understand that sometimes unexpected things happen and you are not able to attend the retreat that you have signed up for.
If you experience an extenuating life circumstance (ie; death in the family, job loss, natural disaster, etc) that requires you to cancel your participation we require notice of the issue in writing to [email protected].
$500 Non-refundable deposit
Full refund minus the deposit until July 1, 2025
15% Refund minus the deposit until January 1, 2026
5% Refund until May 1, 2026
NON REFUNDABLE after May 1, 2026
***TRAVEL INSURANCE IS REQUIRED***
ONLY 10 Reservations Available!!!!!
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