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Cultivating Pride & Authenticity | A Gay Men's Week | An Ayahuasca Journey

4.9846 reviews
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Playa Pan de Azúcar, Potrero, Tempate, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste
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Up to 35 in group
Date
July 13 - 20, 2024

Retreat Highlights

  • 4 Ayahuasca ceremonies led by gay and queer facilitators
  • 6-week preparation and integration program
  • Healing workshops focused on gay and queer themes
  • Daily integration and sharing circles
  • Daily yoga/movement classes
  • Breathwork sessions

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Reunion’s LGBTQIA2S+ retreats combine plant medicine ceremonies, community building, engaging workshops, and integration circles focused on promoting personal growth, self-acceptance, and a transformative return to our most authentic selves. 
This Cultivating Pride & Authenticity retreat is open to all gay, and queer men and offers an opportunity to experience community and brotherhood in a safe, highly-supported healing space. We will explore themes such as healing trauma, overcoming shame, self love and acceptance, and living authentically with the transformational power of ayahuasca plant medicine.
From the preparation guide, to the ceremonies, to the daytime workshops and the integration program, everything has been created by a team of gay and queer therapists, facilitators, and plant medicine specialists who understand the unique needs and gifts of our community.

Schedule

Sample Day

7:30 am | Movement
8:30 am | Breakfast
10:00 am | Workshop
1:00 pm | Lunch
2:00 pm | Personal Time
5:30 pm | Pre-Ceremony Meditation
6:00 pm | Ceremony
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Reunion Costa Rica, Playa Pan de Azúcar, Potrero, Tempate, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste

Directions

Arriving for Your Journey

Please do not book your flights until you register for a journey and your Intake Form is approved.

We offer paid group shuttle pick-up on Day 1 of your journey at 2:30 pm (for a 3:00 pm sharp departure) from the Liberia Airport (LIR) and the Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport. The Hilton Garden Inn is 15 minutes from LIR Airport. The Hilton Garden Inn offers complimentary group shuttle transportation to/from LIR Airport.

If you plan to fly in on Day 1 of your journey, your flight must land by 12:00 pm Costa Rica time on Day 1 in order to leave yourself enough time for customs (could take up to 2 hours) for the 2:30 pm shuttle meet-up. We recommend arriving the day before in order to ensure a smooth arrival and give you time to relax and settle in before beginning your journey. Reunion has a preferred rate with the Hilton Garden Inn and instructions for booking will be provided after registration.

You will arrive at Reunion after an approximately 1.5-hour ride through the beautiful sights of Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

Departing After Your Journey

We offer paid group shuttle drop-off to the Hilton Garden Inn or Liberia Airport (LIR) on the final day of your journey. You will arrive back to the airport by 11:30 am.

Check-out at Reunion will be at 10:00 am on the final day of your journey. You may depart directly from Reunion using separate transportation (at an additional cost to you).

We recommend departing at least 1 day after your journey ends. However, if you must fly out on the same day, your flight must depart no earlier than 1:30 pm Costa Rica time .

Accommodation

All our Guest rooms are located just steps from the Pacific Ocean and the warm sands of Playa Pan de Azúcar (Sugar Beach). Intentionally designed to bring the Costa Rican feeling to life and harness the healing powers of Mother Nature, our rooms offer an abundance of natural light and fresh air, making the room your sanctuary. Rooms are comfortably adorned with natural furnishings to harmonize with the beautiful outdoors, and feature thoughtfully curated, organic bathroom amenities to encourage restoration. Relax on your porch and enjoy the sounds of the waves, howler monkeys, and majestic tropical birds, as the warm salt air washes over you.

Queen Room | Double Occupancy

Accommodation
Please note, this option will automatically assign you with a roommate of the same gender. Your 300 sq. ft room features two Queen-sized beds, a porch with outdoor seating, and an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Designed to harmonize with their surroundings, Reunion rooms feature natural wood furnishings, cotton linens, comfortable mattresses and pillows, and an earthy color palette intended to bring the outdoors in. Rooms include a patio with seating, a private bathroom with shower, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, an in-room safe, a hairdryer, Raw Botanical organic handcrafted bathroom amenities, fresh towel service, and twice weekly housekeeping using all-natural cleaning agents. There is also pure filtered water throughout the property. Laundry services available upon request.      

Queen Room | Private

Accommodation
Your 300 sq. ft room features two Queen-sized beds, a porch with outdoor seating, and an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Designed to harmonize with their surroundings, Reunion rooms feature natural wood furnishings, cotton linens, comfortable mattresses and pillows, and an earthy color palette intended to bring the outdoors in. Rooms include a patio with seating, a private bathroom with shower, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, an in-room safe, a hairdryer, Raw Botanical organic handcrafted bathroom amenities, fresh towel service, and twice weekly housekeeping using all-natural cleaning agents. There is also pure filtered water throughout the property. Laundry services available upon request.

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
Reunion is directly on Playa Pan de Azúcar (Sugar Beach) on the Pacific Coast of Guanacaste, one of the world’s five Blue Zones. We believe that the land we steward is unique and induces a sense of serenity, safety and nourishment. The sights, sounds, and smells of this almost 40-acre beach-front sanctuary wash over you like a soothing balm of tranquility. Whether spending time fireside, swimming in the ocean, or exploring the forest, you will feel cradled by nature.

Meals

Menu

Menu Types

Vegan icon Vegan
Vegetarian icon Vegetarian
Pescetarian icon Pescetarian
Ayurvedic icon Ayurvedic
Includes Meat icon Includes Meat
Organic icon Organic
Gluten Free icon Gluten Free
Dairy Free icon Dairy Free
Nut Free icon Nut Free
Nutritious, locally-sourced food and beverage with vegan and vegetarian options. Allergies and dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served.

What's Included

  • Plant Medicine Ceremonies and Supporting Program with Experienced Medicine Facilitators​
  • Medicine Fees Included​
  • Intention Sessions with Ceremony Leader​
  • On-Site Licensed Medical Clinic and Supervision​
  • Learning Series and Comprehensive Integration​
  • Thorough and Attentive Post-Retreat Integration Program and Community​
  • Embodiment Sessions
  • Daily Movement and Meditation
  • Breathwork
  • Spa
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included ​
  • Organic, Locally Sourced Food and Beverage, with Vegetarian and Vegan Options​
  • Pre-Ceremony Medical Assessment​
  • Responsible, Safe and Ethical Practices​
  • Extensive Safety Protocols, Policies and Travel Measures in Place​
  • Intimate Retreat Sizes and Attentive Support ​(Maximum of 35 Guests per Retreat)​
  • High Facilitator-to-Guest Ratio​
  • Cradled by Nature Along the Pacific Coast in Costa Rica's Blue Zone
  • Direct Beach Access Steps from Your Room​
  • Less Than a 1 Hour Drive from Liberia Airport

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Optional Shared Guest Shuttle To/ From Liberia Airport​ (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport)​ or the Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Customer Reviews

4.98 out of 5.0 average rating

5.0
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Deeply Transformative Experience.
Deciding to attend a retreat at Reunion was one of the BEST decisions I have made. Not only are the grounds beautiful and make it easy to sink into the place but the contributors and facilitators take excellent care of their guests on every level. There is so much intention behind everything they do at Reunion and the environment is set up for you to do the work you come here to do. It matters to me that they are a non-profit organization and are investing not only in this home they have created but within the medicine community as well. My trust was deepened in their team throughout the week and I can honestly say it was a deeply transformative experience. If this is something you've wanted to explore, look no further - sign up for a discovery call to have any of your questions answered and register. You are worth it.

5.0
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My first Ayahuasca retreat
I recently had the opportunity to participate in an ayahuasca retreat at Reunion, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. For those who have felt “the call” as they say, and / or seeking guidance on where to embark on this profound journey, I wholeheartedly recommend Reunion as your plant medicine retreat destination. As a first-time participant and solo traveler, I naturally had some apprehensions about safety and the overall experience. However, from the moment I arrived, those concerns vanished. The tranquility and beauty of the surroundings immediately put me at ease.

Every aspect of the retreat has been meticulously planned, ensuring a sense of genuine care and support throughout the entire process. The facilitators and shamans prioritize the well-being and safety of each participant, allowing for a deeply transformative experience. Additionally, the culinary offerings were both fresh and delicious, complementing the serene atmosphere of the retreat. The accommodations were spacious, clean, and comfortable.

I enjoyed the daily movement classes, which added an extra dimension to the holistic experience. There is a nurse available on-site and a range of amenities including a spa, and a fully equipped gym. Reunion truly caters to every aspect of well-being. As I reflect on my time there, I eagerly anticipate returning in the future to continue my journey of self-discovery.

5.0
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Life-changing plant medicine retreat with the best possible support system around
I've had experience with plant medicine before, and I wish now my first experiences had been at Reunion. The brilliant team there make you feel so supported and safe. Everything has been thought out in advance to give you the care you will need - from hydration drinks & electrolyte water at all times, to integration and embodiment sessions, to the wonderful facilities that help you feel immersed in the beauty of nature while having all the comfort of a luxury travel resort.

The shamans that lead our ceremonies were from Peru and obviously deeply cared and gave their heart and soul into making it a profound experience.

I'd recommend this to anybody who's nervous about trying but wants an authentic experience - the perfect blend of ancient tradition and modern care & support

5.0
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The most special place!
This place is truly special. I am so grateful to have had my first experience of taking ayahuasca in such a loving, safe space. Everything from the facilitators, to the location, to the food, to the facilities, to the shamans creates the perfect sanctuary for healing. The staff and the medicine allowed me to recognise my power, release some of my deepest wounds and come back to my true self. I walked out the door of Reunion with a new sense of purpose and in an energy of infinite love. I couldn't have asked for anything more, thank you Brad and Reunion team!

5.0
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Amazing!!!
Omg where do I start everything about the this retreat was breath taking! The people here were more than just helpers and assistants they were more like FAMILY! And their food and drink was just beautiful and delicious. All the activities they had made me feel great and their social circle really got everyone together made me feel like I was part of something really beautiful! Honestly they all pass the vibe check and Im definitely coming back with my sister and my cousins. Truthfully my whole family!!! 😊

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