intimate shipibo ayahuasca retreats
Held in the mountains of Southern, Costa Rica
Small-group ceremonial retreats guided by highly-experienced Shipibo-Konibo Wisdom Keepers, offering structured preparation, traditional ayahuasca ceremonies, and post-retreat integration support in a luxury nature-based sanctuary.
Limited to 10-14 participants per retreat.
upcoming retreats
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Summer Retreats
July and August
(6 Nights, 7 Days)Held during the quieter, lush green season in Costa Rica, this retreat includes our full ceremonial program with structured preparation guidance, 3 Shipibo medicine ceremonies, and ongoing integration support.
Dates :
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Winter Retreats
November & December
(7 Nights, 8 Days)Held during the hotter, dry, sun-filled season in Costa Rica, this retreat includes our full ceremonial program with structured preparation guidance, 3 Shipibo medicine ceremonies, and ongoing integration support.
Dates :
Your all-inclusive retreat package includes:
Luxury accommodations at our eco-friendly retreat centers
3 ceremonies with world-renowned Shipibo-Konibo Wisdom Keepers
100% Wild Amazonian Shipibo Cielo Ayahuasca brew
Thoughtful and attuned on-site facilitation during your entire stay
Delicious, organic whole food meals
Yoga, breathwork sessions, embodiment practices, and integration tools, and thoughtfully crafted workshops to support your process before, during, and after retreat
Individual and group preparation phase (1 month)
A virtual group circle to connect with your retreat family before arrival
Complimentary one-on-one and group post-retreat integration support (1 month)
Access to our online integration membership platform and large discounts for on-going longterm mentorship and therapeutic support
Not included in your package:
Flights and other travel expenses
Personal expenses
Accommodation for before & after retreat dates (It is highly recommended to arrive at least 1 night before the retreat and fly out at least 1 day after)
Accommodations & Support Pathways
Shared Glamping Tent
accessible communal option
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
For participants who feel most supported in a shared living environment. These tents are offered in limited numbers to maintain spaciousness within the retreat container. These tents are reserved for those who truly need financial flexibility and those who are granted scholarship discounts.
Choose Shared if:
you feel comfortable in communal environments
you prefer a more accessible price point
you value shared living dynamics
Private Nature Tent Recommended Option
(OUR MOST POPULAR OPTION)
For Participants who desire access to the community and social areas along with privacy and nervous system space. We recommend this option for most participants as quiet having extended time in your own energy compliments the medicine work best.
Choose our nature tent if:
you enjoy social time and want space for private integration and rest
you prefer some privacy and nervous system ease
you want the most commonly chosen experience.
Private Sanctuary & Extra Support Package
(ONLY 2 AVAILABLE)
For those seeking maximum privacy, spaciousness. These private tents are situated in the quietest area of the property, with closer proximity to facilitator support areas and river access. Designed for participants interested in a longer-term preparation and integration container.
Choose Enhanced Privacy if:
you desire maximum solitude and a quieter environment for your process
you value spaciousness for rest and integration during the retreat
you’re ready to go deeper in your preparation & integration journey
Is anam cara the right fit for you?
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Our Retreats are for you if :
- You feel a genuine call toward deep emotional and inner work
- You are ready to meet yourself honestly, even when it’s uncomfortable
- You are willing to be radically honest with our facilitators and team
- You feel stuck, disconnected, anxious, or unlike your true self — and know there is more for you to create, express, and experience in life
- You are ready to live more from the heart than the mind
- You feel called to reconnect with nature, reawaken your true nature, and live in right relationship with the Earth
- You are willing to take preparation, dieta, and integration seriously
- You understand this work is not a quick fix, but an ongoing relationship of care, respect, reciprocity, and learning with ayahuasca
- You are willing to continue the work after the retreat, including investing in support such as therapy, coaching, or integration guidance
- You are in a meaningful life transition or moment of change
- You long to be deeply held in your healing process and are open to healing within a supportive, connected group environment
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Our Retreats are not for you if :
- You are looking for a recreational or casual experience with psychedelics
- You are not willing to make meaningful changes in your life in response to what this work may show you
- You are not open to investing energy and money into ongoing preparation or integration work (which is necessary)
- You are seeking a purely relaxing or vacation-style retreat
- You are unwilling/unable to pause certain medications or refrain from substance use for the required period
- You are attending primarily to support someone else, rather than your own healing process
- You have a history of conditions such as seizures, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or mania that may not be compatible with this work
- You are not currently in a place to invest in your healing or don’t have a access to a support network at home
- You are not ready to be open-minded to communal healing, sacred ritual, trusting the guidance of our team, or receiving wisdom of the Shipibo Lineage
Scholarship Program
We offer a limited number of scholarship placements for each retreat to support individuals who feel a genuine call to this work but are not currently able to attend at the full rate.
Scholarships are partial, typically offering a 20–50% reduction, and are limited to 1–2 participants per retreat.All scholarship placements are first come, first served once an application has been reviewed and approved.
Eligibility :
Scholarships are intended for those experiencing financial constraint or significant life circumstances. This may include:
Annual income generally under $55,000 usd
Significant financial responsibilities (dependents, medical costs, etc.)
Temporary financial instability (career transition, job loss, illness, etc.)
Individuals engaged in meaningful service or community-based work
Applicants must also:
Demonstrate a genuine and committed call to this work
Be fully willing to engage in preparation, dieta, and integration
Meet all health, safety, and readiness requirements
Have access to a therapist, coach, mentor, or supportive community back home to support them
Application Requirements - to be considered, your application should clearly share:
Why you feel called to attend this specific retreat
What you are seeking from the experience
Why financial support is needed at this time
How you intend to integrate the work after the retreat
What retreat dates you are flexible to attend
Important Notes
Scholarships are limited to 1–2 per retreat
Discounts are fixed within the stated range and are not negotiable
Availability varies by retreat and often fills quickly
At Anam Cara, every retreat is curated with the utmost integrity and deep respect for the Shipibo curanderos (traditional medicine practitioners) and the indigenous plant medicine they steward.
We are honored to work in close, life-long friendship with 3 families of Shipibo healers who truly are family to us - relationships built on deep trust, reciprocity, and love. These maestras and maestros are among the most highly-experienced and respected lineages of the Amazon Rainforest, and their presence and ancestral wisdom is at the heart of all we do.
Whether nestled in the jungles of Costa Rica or resting high in the Andes of Peru, we choose each location with great care and intention - bringing you home to spaces where conscious community and the power of nature create a sanctuary for deep healing.
Each place we gather carries its own unique imprint of land, energy, and culture, deeply influencing our ceremonial work. The wisdom of these sacred sites is activated by the strength of our collective prayer, both within and beyond the ceremony space.
At Anam Cara Retreats, we honor not only the powerful gifts of nature and ayahuasca, but also the importance of giving back- building reciprocal relationship with the land we heal on. This reciprocity fosters allyship with nature and spirit, extending our healing well beyond the retreat itself.
We carefully choose venues that embody sustainability, serving organic food, built with conscious designs, and aligned with a greater vision of harmony with nature rather than just vacation destinations.
Our venues are designed to be deeply comfortable and supportive, allowing your focus to rest fully on your inner work. With diverse locations, pricing, and accommodations, we lovingly meet your needs no matter where you choose to journey with us.
Sample retreat Program
Get a glimpse into the rhythm of retreat life, with the ceremonies as the sacred centerpiece of the healing journey. Woven around them are daily practices, workshops, and integrative modalities such as breathwork, embodiment practice, mindful movement, sharing circles, and more. Each day and activity designed to support us in releasing blockages and limiting beliefs, awakening our fullest expression, and anchoring the medicine into lived practical experience. Every retreat is alive and responsive, adapting in real time to the needs of the group.
Booking Policies
REGISTRATION
By clicking the links above to register and book your retreat space, you will be redirected to our secure booking platform, hosted by Retreat Guru. As part of the registration process, you will be required to complete a detailed medical history and personal questionnaire, which is a necessary step for participation.
To ensure the safety and well-being of yourself, fellow participants, and team, we kindly ask that you provide honest, detailed, and thorough responses. The screening process is a critical step, please don’t skip any details.
Working with Ayahuasca requires careful preparation and consideration of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as certain medical conditions or medications may present contraindications. By providing accurate and complete responses, you help us create a safe retreat environment for everyone.
Payment POLICY
Upon submitting your application, you will be directed to a payment page to place a $2,000 USD non-refundable deposit to secure your retreat space. The remaining balance will be due on Day 1 of the retreat, payable in cash (USD) upon arrival. Applications are reviewed within 2–5 business days, and when accepted, you will receive an approval email along with our travel and preparation guide.
If, after reviewing your medical application, we determine that it is unsafe for you to work with Ayahuasca, your application will be declined, and your deposit will be fully refunded. For all other circumstances, retreat deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Additionally, if you fail to attend the retreat, the remaining balance will be charged to your credit card on file.
We look forward to welcoming you on this journey.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to connect with us.