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Return to The Medicine | Five Night Retreat For Return & Experienced Guests

Name: Return to The Medicine | Five Night Retreat For Return & Experienced Guests
Start: 2027-06-26
End: 2027-07-01
Location: Soltara Healing Center
Rating: 4.98

4.98855 reviews

Playa Blanca, Puntarenas Province, Paquera, Costa Rica

Up to 22 in group

June 26 - July 1, 2027

Retreat Highlights

A thorough intake process, in collaboration with therapists and medical advisors, to ensure a safe and supportive retreat
Ayahuasca ceremonies with highly-experienced Peruvian female & male Shipibo healers
Intimate group sizes (maximum capacity 20 - 22 guests depending on location)
Consultations with our healers (and translator)
A full year of preparation, integration, and community support through the Soltara Community Platform, including:
Community spaces for questions, sharing, & connecting
Retreat information & logistics
Holistic resources for physical, emotional, therapeutic, mental, spiritual, cultural, relational, creative, and day-of-travel support
Regular monthly events, including free preparation & integration circles with a Soltara therapist
Guided experiences such as yoga, breathwork, and meditations
Online courses for deeper exploration into specific topics, such as the physiology of trauma, mindfulness, and ceremonial preparation
A carefully vetted network of practitioners, coaches, and guides for individual support
Access to our Entwined program, a 12-module program with resources and support for the loved ones and family members of those stepping into plant medicine ceremony
On-site integration workshops and sharing circles
Yoga classes for all levels throughout your stay
Pranayama breathwork and meditation sessions
Floral baths with medicinal plants lovingly prepared by our healers
All meals in our conscious cuisine kitchen
Transportation to and from the pick-up location near airport

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Join us June 26 - July 1, 2027, at Soltara Playa Blanca, for a 5-night journey that offers three sacred Ayahuasca ceremonies in a retreat intentionally designed for return guests and our Soltara community to continue their path of healing and transformation.
This program balances ceremonial depth with the freedom to immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s breathtaking nature and culture, with less emphasis on introductory teachings and more space for personal exploration.

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Highlights of This Retreat:

A concise Ayahuasca meeting with our Shipibo healers, replacing the introductory talk, to set a collective intention for the group.
Relaxed pacing, allowing for reflection, integration, and connection with nature.
Additional plant treatments with medicinal plants lovingly prepared by our Shipibo healers
Unique cultural experiences, including Shipibo cosmology sessions and a beach bonfire (weather permitting).
Integration support tailored for experienced participants, with optional one-on-one time with facilitators and healers.
Massage treatments (optional add-on)
A full year of self-paced and optional guided support from intake to integration, with the Soltara standards you know and love.

Revisit your inner healer while deepening your connection to the medicine and the natural world. Whether it’s your next step in this lifelong journey or a continuation of your transformational work at Soltara, we look forward to walking this path with you.

Reserve Your Space
Availability is limited to ensure an intimate, personalized experience. Click Register to join us for this special gathering.
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About Our Soltara Retreats
At our Center, a seaside haven in the tropical jungle of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, we work with traditional Peruvian Shipibo healers and sacred plant medicine, as well as other traditional and modern healing modalities, to help you along this path of self-discovery. Our decades of combined experience holding ceremony and doing medicine work allow you to experience in-depth healing in a safe and loving environment. .

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Our Commitment to You
We are called to serve medicine in sacred ceremony with integrity, humility, and compassion. By creating a safe space and working only with experienced, well-intentioned healers and facilitators, we uphold the lessons of the medicines and build a foundation of mutual trust, authenticity, and respect. We are not gurus, preachers, or enlightened beings – our healers are maestros who humbly transmit the knowledge and healing energies of the plants, and our facilitators are devoted to helping guests face, process, and explore difficult experiences and emotions, handle projections, manage expectations, and surrender to the process. We strive to uphold the highest integrity in everything we do and be a beacon for responsible, safe, and ethical practices, such that our guests feel safe and supported to get the most out of their healing.

Schedule

This is an example of your day at Soltara:
8.00 am Morning yoga
9.00 am Breakfast
10.00 am Consultations with healers
1.00 pm Lunch
2.00 Free time - beach, hammocks, walking trails, onsite pool
5.30 pm Pre-ceremony yoga
6.30 pm Ceremony

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Soltara Healing Center, Playa Blanca, Puntarenas Province, Paquera, Costa Rica

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Please ensure you reserve your spot for your retreat with us prior to booking your flights. If you have any questions during the registration process or are concerned any health conditions (including bipolar, schizophrenia, or psychosis) may prevent you from attending a retreat, please contact us first.

We offer pickup on Day 1 of your retreat from a hotel near the San Jose (SJO) airport.

We recommend arriving the day before, and booking your stay at the recommended hotel in our confirmation email, in order to give you time to relax and settle in before beginning your journey to Soltara.

If you plan to arrive on Day 1, we recommend booking your flight to arrive by 9 AM that day, to allow time to get through customs (which can sometimes take up to 2 hours) and get to the pickup location in time for the shuttle. You will arrive at Soltara around 4 pm that day, after an approximately 2 – 2.5 hour ride through the beautiful rolling hills of Costa Rica, and catching a 2:30 pm ferry ride across to Gulf of Nicoya. We are located about 10 minutes from the ferry port.

You will be returned to San Jose on the last day of your retreat by 4:30 PM.

We look forward to supporting you in an immersive experience in nature, community, and medicine!

Accommodation

We offer different room options and pricing to ensure that a high-quality healing experience is accessible for a variety of budgets.

Double Shared Suite (2 King Beds)

(Price listed is price per person) | Our shared double suites offer spacious and beautiful accommodations for up to 2 guests of the same gender. Guests will be assigned a roommate of the same gender. If you are 2 people booking together, select the Private Double Suite lodging option to room togeher. This suite has a large balcony to relax in comfort against the stunning backdrop of three different islands and a sunrise over the Gulf of Nicoya, as well as: An en-suite bathroom with a spacious private shower overlooking the surrounding tropical forest A gorgeous outdoor balcony with comfortable seating area overlooking the forest and Gulf of Nicoya A writing desk/creative space Air-conditioning Orthopedic beds & luxury linens Beautiful handcrafted, locally-sourced decor & personal artisanal touches Daily room service & linen changes throughout your stay Clean, fresh towels changed regularly (additional towels available upon request) Full laundry service (on request) All of our accommodations also include all meals, ceremonies, yoga and meditation classes, workshops, taxes, fees, amenities, and more as described on our main retreat page.

Private Double Suite (Price for 2 | King Beds)

*Select "2 guests" when choosing this option. This will not change the total price, and will ensure that the other person receives their own registration form to complete.* | For friends coming together or couples who prefer spaciousness and privacy during their journeys, this luxury suite features 2 king-size beds (registration books entire room) with beautiful views of the surrounding valley and Gulf of Nicoya, and plenty of space to relax in comfort against the stunning backdrop islands, water, and tropical forest. In addition, this option also includes: An en-suite bathroom with a spacious private shower overlooking the surrounding tropical forest A gorgeous outdoor balcony with comfortable seating area overlooking the Gulf of Nicoya and surrounding mountains A writing desk/creative space Air-conditioning Orthopedic beds & luxury linens Beautiful handcrafted, locally-sourced decor & personal artisanal touches Daily room service & linen changes throughout your stay Clean, fresh towels changed regularly (additional towels available upon request) Full laundry service (on request) All of our accommodations also include all meals, ceremonies, yoga and meditation classes, workshops, taxes, fees, amenities, and more as described on our main retreat page.

Private Single Suite (King Bed)

For solo travelers who prefer spaciousness and privacy during their journeys, our private single suites feature a king-size bed with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Nicoya, allowing you to relax in comfort and privacy against the stunning backdrop of three different islands and a sunrise over the waters. This room also includes: An en-suite bathroom with a spacious private shower overlooking the surrounding tropical forest A gorgeous outdoor balcony with comfortable seating area overlooking the forest and Gulf of Nicoya A writing desk/creative space Air-conditioning Orthopedic beds & luxury linens Beautiful handcrafted, locally-sourced decor & personal artisanal touches Daily room service & linen changes throughout your stay Clean, fresh towels changed regularly (additional towels available upon request) Full laundry service (on request) All of our accommodations also include all meals, ceremonies, yoga and meditation classes, workshops, taxes, fees, amenities, and more as described on our main retreat page.

The Canopy Suite (King Bed)

Seated at the highest point on our property, this premium suite looks out over the forest canopy with breathtaking 270-degree views of the mountains, Gulf of Nicoya, and tropical forest. With additional spaciousness compared to our regular private suites, relax in comfort with indoor and outdoor seating areas, plus room for yoga and meditation to support the integration of your healing. Wake to stunning sunrises over the Gulf in the mornings, and watch the entire surrounding tropical forest turn a beautiful golden hue to greet the day. For singles and couples who prefer spaciousness and privacy during their journeys, this luxury suite features a king-size bed with Soltara's best views, as well as: An en-suite bathroom with a spacious private shower overlooking the surrounding tropical forest A gorgeous outdoor balcony with comfortable seating area overlooking the forest and Gulf of Nicoya A writing desk/creative space Indoor and outdoor seating Meditation/yoga space Air-conditioning Orthopedic beds & luxury linens Beautiful handcrafted, locally-sourced decor & personal artisanal touches Daily room service & linen changes throughout your stay Clean, fresh towels changed regularly (additional towels available upon request) Full laundry service (on request) All of our accommodations also include all meals, ceremonies, yoga and meditation classes, workshops, taxes, fees, amenities, and more as described on our main retreat page.

Eco-Tambo (No A/C, Shared Bathrooms/Showers)

Our Private Eco-Tambos are designed for individuals who prefer privacy and desire an economical option. These beautiful wooden tambos (huts) sit on a hillside surrounded by Costa Rican tropical forest. Close to the Maloca ceremonial space and common areas, each Tambo has its own private balcony and spacious interior, with shared bathrooms and showers. Tambos are located under the forest canopy but do not have A/C. If you are sensitive to heat, we recommend another lodging option between February - May during the hottest months of the year. These rooms include: Private balcony looking out into the Costa Rican tropical forest Electricity & ceiling fan A writing desk/creative space Orthopedic bed & luxury linens Beautiful handcrafted, locally-sourced decor & personal artisanal touches Daily room service & linen changes throughout your stay Clean, fresh towels changed regularly (additional towels available upon request) Full laundry service (on request) All of our accommodations also include all meals, ceremonies, yoga and meditation classes, workshops, taxes, fees, amenities, and more as described on our main retreat page.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Tucked away on seaside cliffs overlooking the Gulf of Nicoya, our secluded slice of sundrenched paradise is surrounded on all sides by the vibrant sounds of the tropical forest. Awaken each morning to bird songs, monkeys playing in trees, & crashing waves in the distance. With comfortable accommodations, plenty of shady nooks, a deck to watch the waves or gaze at the stars, & a sacred maloca ceremony space, we invite you to an immersive experience letting nature surround you in harmony & peace.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

We believe healing even takes place in the kitchen. We take on the mantra by the Greek physician, Hippocrates: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” We honor the role of food in our lives and expand it beyond its primary purpose of bodily nourishment – food can be an avenue to dig deeper into ourselves, consciously looking at our patterns and mindsets surrounding not just what we eat, but how and why we eat what we do. Our eating habits don’t just affect our mental health, they also reflect it. At Soltara, we aim to help you jumpstart this process of connection through conscious cooking on all levels. Diet is an important part of the healing process, both on its own and also to help prepare the mind and body for plant medicine work. We work closely with our shamans to prepare wholesome, delicious meals that adhere to the traditional dietary guidelines of working with ayahuasca. All of our meals are freshly prepared in-house by our loving kitchen staff. From fresh smoothies and juices every morning, to plant-based meals emphasizing local, organic, and sustainable produce, to lean proteins such a chicken and fish, we celebrate the rich local flavor of Costa Rican cuisine, and offer a chance to experience a connection to the land and culture while nourishing the body, mind, and spirit.

What's Included

A thorough intake process, in collaboration with therapists and medical advisors, to ensure a safe and supportive retreat
Extensive & holistic preparation & integration support, created by Soltara plant medicine therapists
An Ayahuasca diet guidebook, to prepare your body for the Ayahuasca retreat
Access to our community platform through Nectara, with one year of Soltara Plus membership, including:
Community spaces for questions, sharing, & connecting
Retreat information & logistics
Holistic resources for physical, emotional, therapeutic, mental, spiritual, cultural, relational, creative, and day-of-travel support
Regular monthly events, including free preparation & integration circles with a Soltara therapist
Guided experiences such as yoga, breathwork, and meditations
Online courses for deeper exploration into specific topics, such as the physiology of trauma, mindfulness, and ceremonial preparation
A carefully vetted network of practitioners, coaches, and guides for individual support
Access to our Entwined program, a 12-module program with resources and support for the loved ones and family members of those stepping into plant medicine ceremony
Ayahuasca ceremonies with highly-experienced Peruvian female & male Shipibo healers
Five Night Focused Retreat – 3 ceremonies
Seven Night Inclusive Retreat – 4 ceremonies
Twelve Night Integrative Retreat – 7 ceremonies
Intimate group sizes (maximum capacity 20 - 22 guests depending on location) with individualized attention from healers during ceremony
High facilitator-to-guest ratio with skilled facilitators who have combined decades of experience working in ceremony and helping guests through the healing process
Consultations with our healers (and translator)
On-site integration workshops and sharing circles
Your own copy of our integration book, The Hero’s Journal, which assists you as you begin your own Hero’s Journey
This book is published by Soltara in collaboration with clinical psychologists, and follows a psychological treatment framework adapted to the ayahuasca experience and includes beautiful art and self-guided tools to empower you in your medicine & integration journey
All meals in our conscious kitchen, prepared fresh daily from locally-sourced and organic food in an ayahuasca-friendly manner
Transportation to and from a pick-up location near airport (details in your confirmation email and on our travel logistics page)
Yoga classes for all levels throughout your stay
Pranayama breathwork and meditation sessions
Floral baths with medicinal plants lovingly prepared by our healers
Nature immersion and multiple walking trails in one of the most abundant & biodiverse regions on the planet
Lifetime 10% discount for all return visits
Participation in our premiere integration program and community with a highly qualified integration support team
Additional on-site safety protocol, policies, and travel measures in response to COVID-19

What's Not Included

Air Fare

Customer Reviews

4.98 out of 5.0 average rating

Nanna • Sep 20, 2026

5.0

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Nanna

Absolutely changed my life. No words needed.

Tobias • Sep 20, 2026

5.0

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I was lost but now I'm found.

I have carried a darkness inside me since I was very young.

For most of my life, I struggled to find peace within myself—to quiet the noise, to feel truly connected to who I was, and to hold onto a genuine happiness that lasted longer than a few days.

I’ve done a lot.
I’ve seen many places.
I’ve experienced things most people only dream about.

I have absolutely lived a life.

But somewhere along the way, I lost touch with a part of myself.

In recent years, that darkness became heavier. It kept building, quietly and relentlessly, until I reached a point where I knew I needed to do something different.

I had tried the traditional paths. I had searched for answers, worked on myself, and kept moving forward—but I still felt like there was something deeper inside me that I hadn't been able to reach.

Eight years ago, I experienced something that showed me another way.

Ayahuasca.

I knew there was something in that experience that I hadn't finished exploring. Somewhere deep inside, I knew there was still a light within me—and I needed to find my way back to it.

For years, I dreamed of coming to Soltara Healing Center.

Then, after a series of events that left me in tremendous pain, an opportunity appeared.

And this time, I didn't hesitate.

I grabbed it with both hands.

What followed has been one of the most profound journeys of my life.

This experience hasn't magically changed who I am.

It has helped me remember who I was beneath everything I had carried.

It has given me tools, perspective, courage and, perhaps most importantly, the willingness to meet myself honestly.

The man who arrived here was searching for something.

The man who leaves is carrying something.

A deeper understanding of himself.
A greater capacity to love.
A renewed sense of purpose.
And a light that he now knows was never truly gone.

And then there are the people.

The love, kindness, vulnerability and acceptance I experienced here was beyond anything I could have expected from a group of strangers.

Somehow, strangers became friends.

Friends became family.

And for that, I will carry an immense gratitude and respect for every person who shared this journey with me.

You have each left a mark on my life, and you will forever hold a place in my heart.

I don't know exactly what the rest of my life will look like.

But I know what I want to leave behind.

I want to leave this world having inspired someone to believe in themselves.

I want to nurture people, protect what is vulnerable, love without holding back, and bring more kindness into a world that desperately needs it.

I want to leave my mark—not through what I own, what I achieve, or what people think of me…

but through the lives I touch.

Not just for me.

For my Wife.
For my daughter.
For my family.
For the people I haven't met yet.
For every living thing that shares this extraordinary planet with us.

I spent so much of my life searching for the light.

Now I understand something.

The light was never gone.

It was always inside me.

I just had to find my way back to it.

I am whole.
I am me.
I am free. ✨

Melissa • Sep 20, 2026

5.0

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A life-changing experience I will carry with me forever

Soltara has been one of the most meaningful and transformative experiences of my life. I arrived carrying so much emotionally : grief, old wounds, fears, a constant need for external validation, and patterns I didn’t fully understand. I left feeling lighter, more connected to myself, and with a completely different understanding of what it means to feel safe and whole within myself.

The ceremonies helped me reconnect with parts of myself I had lost along the way. I was able to process emotions connected to my father, love, relationships, self-worth, and the way I have been seeking security outside of myself. Some moments were incredibly intense and challenging, but they also brought me a sense of release and peace that is difficult to put into words.

What made the experience even more special was the environment Soltara created. I felt genuinely safe, supported and cared for throughout the entire process. The maestros, facilitators and staff held such a beautiful space for us, and the connection I developed with the other participants became an important part of my journey too. By the end of the week, people who had been strangers only days before felt like family.

I know the real work continues after leaving, and that integration will take time. But I am leaving with more love for myself, a deeper sense of inner security, and the feeling that I can face life differently. I will always be grateful for this experience and for everyone who was part of it. ❤️

Ariana • Sep 19, 2026

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Transformation & Global Friends

I experienced the 7 day retreat at Playa Blanca with Soltara. Admittedly, my first ceremony was mild and lovely, my ceremonies 2&3 were incredibly challenging and I questioned doing the 4th at all. With the compassionate encouragement and sharing of personal experiences of the amazing facilitators and went for it. In fact, I increased my dose and had a profound explanation for the difficulties of the earlier ceremonies, difficulties in my life, and visits from deceased loved ones.
I cannot recommend Soltara over other retreats enough. Their facilitators are bar none in their compassion, conscious approach to the human psyche and the inevitable difficulties that arise in trauma work among a group of strangers.
A huge thank you to Nico, Erin, and Ryan for creating a safe and loving container.

Anonymous • Sep 17, 2026

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Met so many beautiful souls there - Scarlet Valley

I was not sure when I chose Soltara for my first Ayahuasca experience But now I feel that was the best decision I could make. Beautiful location and such a knowledgeable lovely team. Made the whole journey very smooth. Will be back soon.

Return to The Medicine | Five Night Retreat For Return & Experienced Guests

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

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Getting Here

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