Efendi Thomas Gottwald has been involved with spiritual guidance for over 40 years. He gained valuable experience working with Gurus, Healers and Shamans from around the world, making him a Spiritual Master in his own right, changing the lives of many people.
He has written two book about his personal experiences, “Andalusia - Land Of Shamans” and “Memories Of A Healer”.
Today Efendi works as Healer, Trance and Hypnosis Therapist and Spiritual Guide.
“It’s not about teaching someone,
nor preaching to someone.
it’s about reaching someone.”
Lena Berghaus, born in Germany, spent 12 years in India working closely with people in business and as a coach while absorbing and participating in the deep-rooted spirituality that permeates everything. Today she uses her experience, gifts and skills to help people individually live more fulfilled lives through her work as Dipl. Hypnotherapist and Life Coach. Additionally, Lena offers Wellness sessions using Himalayan Singing Bowls and other instruments.
Born in the Ukraine, Maryna studied literature in Kiev. Later, she spent several years in Seychelles and Greece, where she improved her skills to help people. Since living in Spain, Maryna increased her knowledge by studies of different massage techniques and contact with several shamans. Maryna speaks English, Spanish, Ukrainian and Russian.
Details of this retreat
Important: Please do NOT book without contacting us first about available dates!
This is an individual retreat for one or max. 2 persons, which will allow you a closer and personal contact with Efendi.
The offering refers to a retreat of 3 days, 2 nights and includes the following:
Sessions
2-3 hours of Trance Personal Coaching - an inspiring conversation with Efendi to broaden your mind, heart and perception
1-2 hours of Trance for self-connectedness and general wellbeing
1 Wellness session. Depending on availability, you will have one of the following sessions: ‘Reiki & Reflexology’, ‘Sound Bath & Chakra Alignment’, a massage or a hike in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. If none of our practitioners are available, we may offer a visit to a local healer instead.
Accommodation & Food
A cozy, independent cabin with private bathroom and terrace
Ovo-lactarian vegetarian lunch
Tea and Coffee
*Our guesthouse offers you a kitchen where you can prepare your own breakfast & dinner. There are two small supermarkets in the village and 2 bars/restaurants.
Details about the Retreat
All is in motion. Everything has its own vibration, its own frequency. To judge, to discuss, to disagree, etc., keeps us “running against the wind”. To try to stop the inner (and outer) dialogue, to have a moment of rest from our never ceasing thoughts, to get tuned to a part of yourself you normally have no access to, there are many ways: austerity, deep silence, devotional work, contemplation, worship, art or to expose yourself to oceans, deserts or high mountains.
We do this by Trance Personal Coaching and help you to slide into different Dimensions. Your mind comes to rest and you step over from yourself to YOURSELF. New feelings, new sensations, new perspectives will arise from that contact and little by little you will perceive life in a different way. The world will not change, but you will see and live within it in a different way.
To flow with creation, to agree with whatever the universe offers, you need to get tuned to a different frequency. You have to know yourself and to agree with yourself, to be able to accept and enjoy all the offerings the universe has at hand for you. The whole universe is here to serve you, but you have to know what you really like, what calls your attention, what excites you.
Schedule
Participants need to arrive before 4:30pm on the first day.
2pm is lunchtime.
As this is an individual retreat, the experience and schedule will be communicated to you once you've arrived.
Visiting the city of Granada is another touristic highlight of the area. If you wish to visit the Alhambra Palace, please book the tickets in advance, they are usually sold out weeks in advance (visit the 'tickets alhambra patronato' website for direct booking).
We will provide instructions for arrival by car or public transport once you've made a booking.
Accommodation
Accommodation is in a small wooden cabin with private bathroom suitable for one or two persons.
Private cabin (1 person)
Private cabin (2 people)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
We are located in an extremely peaceful location which allows you to get away from the 'normal world' and relax.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
What's Included
Accommodation
Ovo-lacteo-vegetarian lunch
Trance Personal Coaching
Trance for self-connectedness & general wellbeing
Wellness Session or Hiking or Visit to a local Healer
What's Not Included
Breakfast and dinner are not included.
There is a big kitchen available or bars/restaurants in the village.
Customer Reviews
4.71 out of 5.0 average rating
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Unexpected Shangri-La
What a wonderful time I had at Fandelucia! Great hosts, fabulous volunteers and very friendly fellow travelers. Spectacular views, quiet setting, perfect for woosa experience and regeneration. Highly recommend!
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Wow!!! Thank you!!!
I came to the retreat in search of life lessons and a guide. Someone that could enable me to figure out what the next phase of my life should be about.
I came to this beautiful and magical place surrounded by nature and such amazing bunch of people.
the environment was so unique and relaxed, i felt at home and was able finally to hear my inner voice.
The hypnosis sessions were wonderful and through Thomas’ guidance I received clear answers and directions for moving forward. And also the courage, tools and the continued support to stay on my path and not get distracted.
I also learnt to speak up and ask for what I need or want and be comfortable to take up space and time.
Perhaps my experience is best described in the outcome: when I left Fundalucia, I went home, within 1 month sold everything and moved to a new country and city to become a student again. This time, a student of things that I want to learn, that I feel connected to and that create and raise a vibration and emotion inside of me that is making me happy, peaceful and energised every day.
Without the retreat I feel that I wouldn’t have been able to get this sense of clarity, decisiveness and courage so quickly. It’s like my life was accelerated through the heavy, difficult time of feeling confused and lost. Coming out on the other side a lighter and happier person.
I highly recommend for who ever feel to explore more.
For me it’s was massive and important transformation which I waited for it a long time and I’m grateful for it!
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Literally life-changing
I came to this retreat to find a deeper connection to myself, my soul and to find out more about my mission and how I can live a purposeful and meaningful life, fulfilling that mission.
The 5 day retreat is absolutely wonderful and helped me in all of this and more.
Thomas is a very special and rare kind of person. Genuinely loving, with a deep connection to 'The One', 'The Source', God... whatever you'd like to call it. This also means that hard truths might be spoken. In my experience this is necessary to awaken something and to be able to make profound and positive changes in life. And you will not be left alone with that!
With an open heart and trust, and all of the support I could imagine, I have been able to do this. I am now happier every day, present in the moment a lot more, able to follow my intuition and have overcome challenges that I wouldn't have been able to resolve on my own or with my existing human connections.
The location is also magical. It's a little paradise. You can be amongst people or spend time on your own in the little cabin or out in nature. Giving you ample opportunity to feel and reflect on the deep conversations you'll have with Thomas, yourself - soul, subconscious mind - and others on the team (I do recommend you take the time on your own to let things sink in and feel them).
For whatever you may need, Axel is there to answer your questions and help you out. And Maryna gives the most wonderful massage. She truly has magical and blessed hands that will make you feel better.
For whatever reason you come here, in my experience, you get exactly what you need. The retreat is very personal. It felt like it was without effort tailored to my needs; through Thomas' connection to the source that cannot be explained in words.
If any of this sounds like it could be good for you, I strongly recommend you book this retreat and come with an open heart. Ready to receive guidance for your conscious mind and what your soul may need. You will be surprised by how much more you get than you give.
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An honest review
I came to the retreat with an open heart. Full of light. I was so excited..
But Thomas gave off a really strange vibe. He invited me to come to his cabin to get to know each other the first day. I felt unwelcome and a strange energy. Rock music was playing, he talked a lot about himself but didn't seem very interested in me, as a client.. As a young female, he made me feel unsafe. Also that first night, I felt unsafe because of this.
During my stay, he made comments on how I wasn't that social or didn't socialize with other people there. But my intention of coming there was to be by myself, do yoga on my own and relax.. I did socialize with a volunteer by the way. She really made my stay so much better, making me feel safer there, she was around my age, too. But not really his business trying to tell me what behavior or type of holiday I should have.
The people around him were calling him a shaman. I can assure you.. he is not. Narcissistic and egocentric, however? Yes. And I don't easily say this about people, at all. Thought very highly of himself. It seemed like there was this cult-like energy around him, and something just felt off. And he literally made very narcissistic comments about himself as well. Something about him being the 'king' of the place, and all the others being servants.. Some will say it's 'just his character', but I find it disgusting and disrespectful to the volunteers and the other people around him.
Nonetheless, the cabin was absolutely wonderful, with a nice view. The massage was amazing, too. All the others were very friendly.
And what about the hypnotherapy sessions? This is to my own experience, but as an extremely (spiritually) sensitive person.. I wish I had never done them. First of all, because I didn't feel safe with the person conducting the sessions (Thomas). I wouldn't advise to do any kind of 'healing' or 'session' with someone you feel unsafe with or a strange energy from, I feel stupid for having done them anyway. Second of all, I went through a series of very traumatizing out-of-body experiences upon returning back home. Nothing I would wish on anyone.. It was horrible. But then again, this is completely personal! Maybe for you, the sessions will be great! Just wanted to add a warning for sensitive people. My soul got stuck 'up there' when we did the sessions, so just beware. It was pure hell trying to make my body and soul unite again, and I'm still not quite there yet. Then again, things like plant medicines might have the same effect on some people.
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Great Escape
Wonderful time in the mountains above Granada. Everyone involved in the retreat is incredibly kind and accommodating. It’s a fantastic place to recenter and relax.
Select your options
This program offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to select your retreat date during the booking process.