Santa Elena, Costa Rica (Near Perez Zeledon)

Ayahuasca, Bobinsana, Rose and Cacao: A Heart Healing Retreat

Retreat Summary

Living in the world these days, it’s impossible not to have our hearts broken, over and over again, by all the suffering and injustice. Yet this is not our natural state of being, and not what nature intends for us. This retreat features the undisputed queens of heart healing: Mama Ayahuasca and her sisters Bobinsana, Rose, and Cacao. Each plant will the be the star of her own healing ritual, and all participants are invited to spend this Valentine’s Day in sacred relationship with these omnipotent and loving plant allies.

JULY 12th-20th, 2025

Is your heart feeling the weight of the pain of the world? Do you yearn to live a life more connected to a healed and happy heart? This retreat was created for all those longing for the kind of freedom that only nature can offer. We will engage in daily heart-healing rituals with this family of feminine angels, coming back into a space of love for ourselves and the world. Give yourself a Valentine’s Day gift in the form of this heart-healing adventure :)

PRICING:

Phase 1, through September 15th 2025: $3150 (Shared), $4250 (Private)

Phase 2 September 16t, 2025 through January 3rd 2026: $3450 (Shared), $4550 (Private)

Phase 3, starting January 4th through February 5th 2026: $3750 (Shared), $4850 (Private)

+ $250 In-Person Cash Payment for Sacred Plants (one time fee includes all plants and sacraments)

Transportation, Schedule, Facilitator, and Registration

Getting to Santa Elana, Costa Rica

The retreat price is all-inclusive outside of air travel and a single night accommodation at a hotel in San Jose our first night of the adventure (plus in-person cash fee for plants). We will procure a group rate for the hotel so that we can all leave together in the AM for our retreat home. Participants will fly into the San Jose, Costa Rica airport anytime on or before Feb 13th. We will then provide transportation to the retreat at 8 am on day two (Feb 14th) via a luxury shuttle. We also provide transportation back to the San Jose airport on the last day of the retreat. Please do not book your plane travel until after your application has been accepted.

Schedule

DAY 1 (Feb 13th) - 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 (Feb 14th) -  The shuttle will leave the hotel at 8 am with all participants - it's about a 3.5 hour drive to our gorgeous sanctuary. Upon arrival, everyone will check in and receive a tour of the retreat, as well as access to their assigned tents. We will then have a light, nutritious lunch, and gather together for our opening talking circle. We'll get to know each other, discuss the format of the retreat, meet our Maestros/Maestras, and connect with the land, asking for permission to do our sacred work. 

DAY 3 (Feb 15th) - After breakfast, the first Temazcal ceremony is offered for group 1, while group 2 will take a walk to a nearby waterfall. We will enjoy lunch, and then connect as a tribe to prepare for the first Aya ceremony, which happens later in the evening. After the ceremony circle is closed, we will light a spirit fire and invite folks to end the night in the vibration of this magical element.

DAY 4 (Feb 16th) - After breakfast, we will offer heavenly flower baths, working with our intentions and connecting with the land. We’ll then have our first workshop with Bobinsana, focused on healing the pain in our hearts around how the world is not what we expected it to be. We will also work to cultivate more self love and compassion. After dinner, we’ll come together for an integration circle, then get a good night’s sleep.

DAY 5 (Feb 17th) - The second Temazcal and waterfall walk is offered after breakfast, and then later in the afternoon, we will have personal interviews in preparation for the second Aya ceremony, scheduled for the evening.

DAY 6 (Feb 18th) - After breakfast and morning flower baths, we’ll have a lovely lunch, and then we will have an integration circle and give more language to the magic that is transpiring. We'll have more personal interviews, and dive into the third and finally ceremony with Aya that evening.

DAY 7 (Feb 19th) -Breakfast, morning flower baths, and time for rest will begin our day, and then after lunch, we will have a glorious heart-healing ceremonial workshop with Queen Rose. This experience will focus on honoring and healing past relationship wounds with friends and family. We'll have a nourishing dinner, an integration gathering in the evening, and a good night's rest.

DAY 8 (Feb 20th) - On our last day as a family; we will have a celebration with Mama Cacao - a magical heart-opening experience to complete our sacred time together. Then we will give back to the land in a beautiful tree planting ceremony. We’ll have a delicious celebratory dinner that night, and a fire ceremony as a grand send off!

DAY 9 (Feb 12st) - 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.

To Apply

Fill out the questionnaire below, and a team member will respond within 24 hours to confirm participation and availability. You do not need to pay a deposit until after your application has been accepted. Installment plans most welcome too - we can create one tailored for your needs once the application is accepted. We are so very honored to have you in the PMP Tribe!

Retreat Facilitator

The retreat is led and facilitated by Kat Courtney, the PMP CEO who trained for a decade int he Shipibo-Conibo tradition - as well as a team of compassionate, trauma-informed, and highly gifted facilitators. We have a ratio of 1 facilitator per 5 participants, so everyone is very well taken care of in and out of ceremony. Our team are meticulously trained, impeccable with all levels of safety, and completely accessible during the entire week - we are committed to your healing and happiness!

More Testimonials From Past Retreats

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This retreat was everything I hoped for and more! From the amazing staff and accommodations to the absolute dream team for 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, Utah. 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, Florida, July 2024 Participant

I am so grateful to the PMP team for facilitating one of the most amazing experienced of my life. I was a little fearful of traveling to another country, but they teamed us up with other journeyers and tips along the way. Every detail was thought of, and I felt safe getting to the destination. Once there, I found myself in the most hospitable setting. Roommates and "buddies" were paired w/ much intention and skill and  it showed. The ceremony experiences were held by an amazing team who helped guide me through the grief and darkness I was experiencing and back into trust and faith. This was one of the most healing experiences of my life, and I am so thankful to the Plant Medicine People for guiding us through it so gracefully, skillfully, and lovingly. If you are considering an Ayahuasca retreat I couldn't recommend anyone more.

- Melissa L, Illinois, March 2024 Participant

This was the bravest, most radical experience I have yet to encounter, but it was so badly needed for my continuing evolution in this lifetime. EVERYTHING was enriching and amazing! The leaders were candid and non-judgmental; always open to enhance our journey to its highest level. Ever attendee who joined in this experience was loving, kind and supportive. The grounds were tranquil and beautifully landscaped. The food was delicious, interesting and healthy. The staff was warm and accommodating. I pray for the forward movement that ALL can openly experience Ayahuasca without political or governmental interference. I’m certain there would be much less stress or fear in our world if we were free to allow the gifts from Mother Earth to heal our bodies, minds and souls. I am sending continued love, peace and joy to all those who travel along this path.

- Joyce Smith, NV, Nov 2022 Participant

I am eternally thankful to everyone involved in this journey! I did hardly ANY research, I just trusted the call and dove in head first. If not for someone close to my heart I would never have done this. Every time I think I'm doing an experience for someone else, I find that I get WAY more out of it myself than I realized I needed. I can be skeptical at times and my skepticism gets peeled away one layer at a time. Thank you Kat and Laura for handling everything and making this experience absolute magic! The food was absolutely incredible! Thank you all for being so kind and gentle. I felt so comforted and joyful, I had the best, big belly laughs. The breath work was perfect for me as I get some panic attacks with hyperventilating and I think this will help me immensely! Thank you to the guardians for your kindness and patience, you were ALWAYS there for us. You always seemed to know what we needed. This journey was more meaningful than I can express in a single review, but just know that if it calls for you, then do it I'm in awe of everyone involved. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with me!

- Noly S, Nevada, Nov 2022 Participant