Yawanawa Immersion

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Yacumama Eco Village, Puntarenas Province, Ojochal, Costa Rica
Date
March 16 - 21, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • This is a very special opportunity to be in an intimate container with the spiritual leaders of the Yawanawa people.
  • Chief Nixiwaka is one of the most important indigenous leader of our time. His wife Puttany and her sister are the first woman in their tradition to work with the ancestral medicines.
  • The ancient songs of the Yawanawa are like anthems for humanity, they bring us home to our hearts with so much joy. This will be a powerful experience bringing the transmission community & family - held by six of the most incredible healers and musicians of the Yawanawa. We will also be joined by a very special healer from the Marubo tribe.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Join us for a deep connection with the ancestral culture of the Brazilian Amazon with the Yawanawa tribe. This is a very special opportunity to be in an intimate container with the spiritual leaders of the Yawanawa people.

​Chief Nixiwaka is one of the most important indigenous leader of our time. His wife Puttany and her sister are the first woman in their tradition to work with the ancestral medicines.

​The ancient songs of the Yawanawa are like anthems for humanity, they bring us home to our hearts with so much joy. This will be a powerful experience bringing the transmission community & family - held by six of the most incredible healers and musicians of the Yawanawa. We will also be joined by a very special healer from the Marubo tribe.

For details about the event see: https://www.yacumama.love/yawanawa

Feel free to reach out with any questions at info@yacumama.love

Schedule

March 16

Arrival between 2:00 and 3:00
Welcome Circle - Sharing about Yawanawa culture, ancestral wisdom and wisdom from the forest.
Offerings to Spirits of the land at the Grandmother Tree


March 17

Group nature walk to river & waterfalls
Singing Class - learn Yawanawa chants and culture - both the traditional Saitis and with instruments.
Optional massage, rest
Sunset Yin Yoga with Ixchel to Prepare for Ceremony
Ceremony in Evening


March 18

Integration Circle & connection and embodiment practice
Silent time in nature, Optional massage, healing sessions with Yawanawa, rest
Yawanawa Storytelling & Culture workshop


March 19

Morning integration embodiment practice
Silent time in nature, river, creek, optional massage
Singing Class - learn Yawanwa chants and culture - both the traditional Saitis and with instruments.
Ceremony in Evening​​​


March 20

Integration Embodiment practice
Silent time in nature, optional massage, healing sessions with Yawanawa, rest
Integration/Closing Circle with Yawanawa


March 21

Closing embodiment & connection practice
Silent time in nature, Optional massage
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Yacumama Eco Village, Yacumama Eco Village, Puntarenas Province, Ojochal, Costa Rica

Directions

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LOCATION

Yacumama is in Ojochal, a small town near the Pacific Ocean, known for its international fine dining, which is part of the Ballena (whale) Coast.

We are 30-40 minutes south of Dominical and 15-20 minutes south of Uvita, where the Envision Festival has been held for the past ten+ years.

Yacumama is a 3-4 hour drive southwest of the international airport, SJO.

From San Jose or other airports in the country you can also take a 45 minute flight on a small plane or even hire a small private plane to Quepos airport which is about an hour drive from Yacumama.

Accommodation

At Yacumama we have beautiful wood cabins and luxury glamping tents that allow you to have a luxurious comfortable stay while being immersed in pristine nature. All spaces have amazing views of the ocean, mountains and or forest. Some have AC and the rest have fans. They have ensuite sinks, composting toilets, some have private showers and some shared showers.

Accommodation
$1700 Single Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 1 Twin bed, USB charged fan & candles, no electricity, shared bathrooms close by. Located in the glamping village with views of forest and some ocean.
Accommodation
$3300 Single Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 1 Twin bed, ceiling fan, closet, desk, electricity, ensuite sink & compost toilet. Two shared bathrooms with showers close by.
Accommodation
$2200 Double Occupancy includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 1 Twin bed, ceiling fan, closet, desk, electricity, ensuite sink & compost toilet. Two shared bathrooms with showers close by. Forest views, some also with ocean and mountain views.
Accommodation
$2800 Double Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 2 Twin beds that can be together to form a king bed, ceiling fan, closet, electricity, ensuite sink & compost toilet. Private outdoor shower.
Accommodation
$2650 Double Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 2 Twin beds that can be together to form a king bed, ensuite sink & compost toilet. Shared showers close by. Expansive ocean and mountain views.
Accommodation
$2800 Double Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 2 Twin beds that can be together to form a king bed, private bathroom, kitchenette. Ocean and mountain views.
Accommodation
$3000 Double Occupancy, includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 2 Twin beds that can be together to form a king bed, private bathroom with bathtub, kitchenette. Expansive ocean and mountain views.
Accommodation
$5500 Double Occupancy in our very best space for a sponsor that can afford to contribute more. Includes all meals and activities. $500 Deposit to reserve space. 2 Twin beds that can be together to form a king bed, additional couch that has a twin mattress for triple option, ensuite sink & compost toilet. Ocean view indoor/outdoor bathtub/shower. Full kitchen. Expansive ocean and mountain views.

Venue & Amenities

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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
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Yacumama means "Mother of the Waters" in Quechua. This pristine place offers a deep immersion into nature - just being here connected to the pure energy of the land and waters is healing in itself.

1000 feet above sea level on the Pacific coast, Yacumama is surrounded by lush verdant mountains full of wildlife, The land is blessed with vast ocean vistas, abundant spring water, creek and river with cascades & pools. Pristine beaches where the jungle meets the ocean are 10-20 minute drive away.

Meals

Menu Types

We provide organic farm to table meals to suit your needs, gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, omnivore.

What's Included

  • 2 Nights Sacred Ceremonies
  • Yawanawa song & culture workshop
  • Preparation & Integration Practices before, during and post retreat guided by Ixchel Munay co-founder of Yacumama
  • Embodiment Sessions Including - Yoga, Meditation & Dance
  • Authentic Connection, Partner Exercises, Community
  • Nature immersion in pristine land with river, creek, mountains, ocean views, wildlife - monkeys, toucans, hummingbirds, scarlet macaws.
  • 5 Nights accommodation and 6 days organic farm to table meals

What's Not Included

  • Transportation

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