Sacred Communion with Ayahuasca Retreat
July 24–August 1, 2026 · Santa Elena, Costa Rica
Immerse yourself in a profoundly sacred experience that blends traditional Ayahuasca ceremony with consciousness-expanding workshops and deep inner exploration.
Guided by world-renowned spiritual philosopher Tim Freke, embodiment teacher Deborah O’Shea, and shamanic veteran Kat Courtney, this retreat invites you into the heart of your individual soul while opening the doorway to our unified consciousness.
Ayahuasca, one of the most intelligent and loving plant teachers across the multiverse, helps us dissolve old wounds, shed stagnant energy, and return to the truth of who we are. Through her guidance, we awaken to the extraordinary interconnectedness of all beings and all life.
Held in the lush mountains of Costa Rica, this retreat is a powerful invitation to reconnect with your authentic essence and the unified field we all share.
Testimony From a Past Participant:
Testimonials
Here are a few actual testimonials from previous retreat guests. To see a complete list of verified reviews, go here.
This retreat was everything I hoped for and more! From the amazing staff and accommodations to the absolute dream team for sacred plant ceremonies! I am blown away by the way PMP holds their ceremonies! So much love, safety, integrity, magic! By far the best group of people I have sat with. I am beyond grateful for this experience, for the magic of the plants, for the plants, the safely held container, the new friends/family, and ALL of the healing and lessons I get to take with me. PS don’t skip the Temezcal it was an amazing experience as well 💗 Everything was so well thought out and put together and I’m already planning when I can come be with this beautiful group of people again! Gracias 🙏
- Lacey B, July 2024 Participant
Absolutely off the charts! The accommodations and facility was above and beyond what I expected. Everything was exceptionally clean and the food was phenomenal. The location was also stellar with what it provides and its beauty. This is second to the All-Star team of space holders for the retreat. Each one of them is an exceptional human with expert skill sets. I would return in a second. Highly, highly recommended!
- Aaron R, July 2024 Participant
What to Expect at This Retreat:
This retreat will be guided by an indigenous-trained shamanic team led by Plant Medicine People Co-Founder Kat Courtney, who trained for a decade in the Shipibo-Conibo tradition. With over 20 years of experience and more than four years of Master Plant Dietas, Kat brings a deep commitment to safety, integrity, and the creation of a beautifully held healing container. She is joined by Tim Freke and Deborah O’Shea, who will lead four consciousness-expanding workshops designed to deepen your relationship with awareness, creativity, and inner exploration.
This immersive 9-day, 8-night experience in the lush mountains of Santa Elena, Costa Rica is designed for seekers ready to awaken their creative capacities and expand their connection to consciousness itself. The journey includes three deeply transformative Ayahuasca ceremonies, a traditional Temazcal, a heart-opening Cacao ceremony, and daily Rapéh offerings, alongside integration circles, fire gatherings, and guided practices to support your process every step of the way. With a facilitator-to-participant ratio of 1:5 and a personalized preparation interview prior to arrival, we ensure each participant is supported physically, emotionally, and mentally throughout the entire experience. Surrounded by waterfalls, rivers, and jungle trails, and nourished with local, organic, dieta-friendly meals, this retreat offers a peaceful and intentional environment for deep healing and exploration.
The retreat includes round-trip transportation to the Retreat Center and from San José, Costa Rica, as well as four weeks of post-retreat integration support to help you embody and integrate your experience once you return home. Participants will arrive at San José (SJO) Airport on July 24, 2026, where they will spend the first night resting and grounding (flights and hotel not included, though a group rate will be provided). On July 25, a luxury shuttle will transport the group to the retreat location, approximately 3.5 hours away. On the final day, August 1, transportation back to the San José airport will be provided. Please ensure your departure flight is scheduled after 2:30 PM local time.
The schedule of events is:
Restaurant at the resort
Day 1 - July 24th - All participants will arrive at any time that is convenient into the San Jose, Costa Rica airport (SJO). You'll procure your own transportation (cabs are inexpensive) to a local hotel; we will reserve a discounted block of rooms and share the location with each participant. Everyone is encouraged to get a good night's sleep, as the shuttle leaves at 8 am the next morning from the hotel.
Day 2 - July 25th - Early shuttle to retreat center. Settle into glamping accommodations, enjoy a nourishing lunch, meet your facilitators, and open the retreat with intention setting. Evening introductory workshop with Tim and Deborah.
Day 3 - July 26th - Morning Temazcal for Group 1; waterfall walk for Group 2. Afternoon preparation for Ceremony 1. Evening Ayahuasca ceremony followed by spirit fire.
Day 4 - July 27th - Flower baths, grounding breakfast, then Workshop 1 with Tim & Deborah on awareness and heart-led connection. Evening integration circle.
Day 5 - July 28th - Temazcal and waterfall walk. Afternoon personal interviews to prepare for Ceremony 2. Evening Ayahuasca ceremony and spirit fire.
Day 6 - July 29th - Morning flower baths and rest. Workshop 2 with Tim & Deborah. Afternoon interviews. Evening Ayahuasca Ceremony 3.
Day 7 - July 30th - Gentle morning. Workshop 3 focusing on individual and unified consciousness. Evening integration gathering and rest.
Day 8 - July 31st - Cacao ceremony + tree planting ritual. Final Workshop 4 led by Tim & Deborah. Celebration dinner and closing fire ceremony.
Day 9 - August 1st - After a final breakfast and a chance to honor the incredible retreat staff, we will hop on a shuttle back to the San Jose airport. We encourage everyone to book flights home no earlier than 2:30 pm local time to ensure plenty of time to make our flights. For those that want to explore Costa Rica further, we are happy to offer suggestions and assist with transportation.
More About Our Glorious Home for This Adventure:
This will all take place at a positively luminous retreat in the hills of Costa Rica. The resort includes:
Single or Double occupancy rooms
WiFi
Excellent cell reception
Beautiful indoor/outdoor dining area
Ceremonial Maloka for all gatherings
Deck chairs to enjoy the views
Hammocks
Nearby river and waterfalls
On property sweat lodge facility
Fire pit for night time gatherings
Lots of hiking paths and nature walks
3 delicious organic meals a day
Organic high thread sheets and bath towels
Purified drinking water, smoothies, coconut water, and other tasty treats
Land that will take your breath away
Transportation and What’s Included:
All participants will fly to San Jose, Costa Rica airport - you will then travel by taxi or hired / rented car to a nearby hotel to rest and ground in the first night at a hotel we’ve reserved with discounted rooms
At 7:30 am on Day 2, a shuttle will transport all participants to the retreat from San Jose.
7 nights and 8 days accommodation in single or double occupancy rooms. Couples and friends welcome, as are solo travelers. Each room will have just 1-2 people, so if you are flying solo we will happily connect you with a like-minded and wonderful roommate if you don’t want a private room.
3 Aya ceremonies, 1 Cacao ceremony, daily talking circles, flower baths, sweat lodge ceremony/temazcal, multiple offerings for Rapéh, and many other adventures.
The price includes a 30 minute preparation call and 4 small group integration calls after the retreat.
Lots of time for rest, play, and connection with the land.
2-3 organic, local meals from a highly rated international chef
What Makes This Retreat Special:
Authentic and Experienced Leadership – The Plant Medicine People team will guide this deeply heart-centered journey, led by Kat Courtney (medicine name Oshgu Mishy), a Western woman trained for a decade in the Shipibo-Conibo lineage with over 20 years of ceremonial experience. Kat is supported by a gifted team of compassionate, trauma-informed, and indigenous-trained facilitators who hold a profoundly safe and nurturing space for emotional healing.
Intimacy - We have a maximum of 30 participants; enough to make some lifelong friendships, but a small enough container to feel seen, safe, and supported. 5 PMP Staff members will be on hand to take care of the tribe.
Personal Connection - Everyone who comes will get a one on one connection with the facilitators. In many other ceremony cycles, sitters have very little opportunity to connect with the people that lead ceremonies in a personal way, and yet that is one of the core elements that helps people feel safe. There will also be lots of opportunities to ask questions and connect with the practitioners throughout the retreat.
Menstruating Women Welcome - Many retreats and ceremony circles forbid women on their moons, but the PMP team understand how to work with these energies. Women in all phases of their cycle are most welcome.
Safety - All participants discuss health and medication concerns prior to the retreat so as to ensure body, mind and spirit are ready for the adventure. The team assembled are also well trained to help folks through difficult processes, and everyone will have the support they need. Safety is our number one priority.
Preparation and Integration - The price also includes a 30 minute preparation call and four 60 minute small group integration calls with one of our trusted team members so that you have the support you need before and after the adventure. For those that need one on one support after the experience, that will be available as needed too.
Location - Completely private, lush landscaping, stunning/sweeping views, and the most attentive, heart-connected staff you will ever encounter!
Cost and Registration:
All inclusive cost is $3,450 for a double room, and $4,550 for a private room (does not include airfare nor the first night accommodation in San Jose), plus $250 cash in-person for Medicines (covers all medicines for the entire week). Price valid UNTIL June 15, 2026.
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