An event by Nuestra Cabana
01 Aug 2027 - 08 Aug 2027
What you’ll do
Experience the breathtaking firefly sanctuary of Tlaxcala, dive into Mexican culture, and grow through leadership, friendship, and global sisterhood. From glowing forests to hands-on adventures, this unforgettable event lights up hearts and minds. Book now. Nature and discovery await!
Step into a week of wonder at Nuestra Cabaña’s Firefly Immersion experience, where nature, culture, and leadership come alive in the heart of Mexico. The highlight? A once-in-a-lifetime guided night hike through the firefly-filled forests of Tlaxcala. Witness a glowing, silent ballet of thousands of synchronized fireflies lighting up the dark. No cameras. No distractions. Just pure magic and connection.
This breathtaking firefly experience is only available a few weeks each year. Plus, it is just one part of a full week designed for discovery, growth, and global friendship.
Event Highlights at a Glance:
- Guided night hike in a glowing firefly sanctuary
- Weeklong themed programming focused on transformative leadership workshops, insightful environmental education, and rich cultural exchange
- Cultural immersion via crafts, cuisine, language, and local excursions
- Community action project that ensures a local impact is felt by one of our partners in need
- Small group atmosphere amongst beautiful gardens for deep connections and meaningful reflection
Why Choose a World Centre Event at Nuestra Cabaña? Nuestra Cabaña in World Centre, the only in Western Hemisphere, offers:
- A girl-led, values-based experience grounded in the Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting movement
- Opportunities to build lifelong friendships across the world
- Leadership and personal development in a safe and supportive campus-like environment
- The opportunity to make a real impact while having fun
A Moment to Remember. Picture yourself standing in a quiet forest, wrapped in cool air and silence… when suddenly, thousands of fireflies’ glow around you like stars come to life. It is a moment of awe you will never forget.
Whether you are part of a group, family, or coming solo (18+), this event is your chance to connect, grow, and experience something truly extraordinary.
The event fills. Reserve your place today — and light up your life.
What's included
Meals
From dinner on the first day through breakfast on last day. We are capable of catering to special dietary requirements
Guided Day Trip(s)
May include Tepoztlán; Taxco; Jardines de México; Grutas de Cacahuamilpa; Xochicalco; Downtown Cuernavaca; OR Aquatic park (Destination(s) vary depending on a variety of factors present at the time of the event.)
Program
The weeklong program incorporates international connection with Global Girl Guides/Girl Scouts; programming with smallgroup workshops, leadership development, and ceremonies; cultural immersion through song, dance, storytelling, crafts, local Mexican traditions; environmental and sustainability competency; free time for participants to explore, swim, rest, or relax; reflection and growth via evening programs, sharing, leadership sessions
World Center Experience
Learning new crosscultural understanding and environmental awareness; while growing confidence through defined learning outcomes for the participants
Community Action
Through meaningful, handson service projects with local community partners in need. Make the world a better place as you support our local Mexican organizations
1 night offsite
In Tlaxcala
About Nuestra Cabana
Nuestra Cabaña, located in the “City of Eternal Spring”, Cuernavaca, Mexico, is one of the five WAGGGS World Centres. Since opening in 1957 Nuestra Cabaña has welcomed guests from all around the world and offered a range of activities and programmes from environmental activism to girls’ leadership.
Contact world centreMXN($) 37,000.00
per person
Guest(s)
85 Tickets remaining
To extend your stay beyond the event dates, please contact the World Centre Admin