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Permission | A Women's Only Psilocybin Immersion Playa Grande, Costa Rica

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Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
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Up to 11 in group
Date
October 17 - 24, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Join us for an intimate 8 Day/7 Night Women's only healing experience with the sacred medicines of Cacao and Psilocybin. Experience safety and transformation in eco sustainable luxury. Explore healing with plants, movement, and art therapy all included in this immersive experience.
  • Limited to 11 women, this immersion offers:
  • Luxury accommodations with ocean views
  • 3 sacred medicine ceremonies
  • 3 breathwork sessions
  • Individualized care
  • Private chef gourmet meals
  • Live Music celebration
  • Integrative art therapy class
  • Daily transformational workshops
  • Breathwork and movement
  • Beach walks
  • Group Sound Journey
  • Intimate sharing circles
  • Pre-retreat preparation, individual sessions onsite, post-retreat integration
  • Additional healing services available onsite

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

THE INVITATION
This is not just a retreat.
It is an invitation.
This immersion is for the woman who is ready to stop leaving herself behind. Not because she is broken, but because somewhere along the way she learned to abandon herself in order to survive. Here, you don't have to earn your place, prove your worth, or arrive as anything other than who you are. We hold space with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for your unique journey, allowing you to unfold in your own time. You have spent years holding everything together - for your work, your family, your
relationships, and everyone who depends on you. You've done your best. You've kept going. And still, something inside you is quietly asking for something more.

Permission is not given by anyone else. It is reclaimed - quietly, in the body, one honest moment at a time. It is not earned through more doing, more proving, or more holding it together. It lives in four places.

Permission to rest. Setting down what you carry, without needing to have earned the pause.

Permission to trust yourself again. Believing your own knowing again, even when it is quiet.


Permission to receive. Letting care, nourishment, and support land, instead of deflecting them.

Permission to come home to yourself. Returning to the woman beneath everything you have been carrying.

Across three psilocybin ceremonies — a gentle opening dose, the signature 5am dawn journey, and a closing ceremony held in community - the noise of obligation and self-judgment softens, and what's underneath is finally free to surface. Cacao opens the heart gently at the start of the week. Three guided breathwork journeys move what the medicine reveals into the body, so it
settles as lasting change.
The eight-day permission arc.
DAY 1. OCT 17 The Uncoiling
Arrival, orientation, and downregulation. Meeting the land and the circle, slowing the nervous system, and clarifying what sovereignty means for you.

DAY 2 . OCT 18 - CEREMONY ONE Meeting the Medicine
An opening cacao ceremony and ceremony preparation, followed by a gentle, carefully calibrated first dose. The focus is establishing safety in the body, recognizing adaptive patterns, and building trust with the plant ally, the facilitators, and the circle. Facilitators stay close, offering somatic support throughout.

DAY 3 . OCT 19 . BREATHWORK The Journey Inward
Integration and somatics, anchored by the first guided breathwork journey. Meeting your original blueprint - who you were before conditioning - and welcoming all your parts with compassion.

DAY 4 . OCT 20. CEREMONY TWO The 5am Journeу
Our signature ceremony begins at 5am, when the brain naturally drops into the theta states essential for deep healing. You begin as the sun rises and nature wakes; sound frequencies support release and transcendence.

DAY 5 . OCT 21 - BREATHWORK Sovereignty of Space
The heart of the work, deepened by the second breathwork journey. Boundaries as self-love, releasing shame and resentment, reclaiming sacred rage, permission, and womb connection.

DAY 6 OCТ 22 CEREMONY THREE Community & Music
Our final ceremony uses the Lemon Tek method for a more focused experience, journeyed alongside the circle with live medicine musicians. The emphasis is connection - to yourself, the group, and the healing that has unfolded. Traditional Amazonian hapé is available for those who feel called.

DAY 7. OCT 23. BREATHWORK Your Freedom Body
A third breathwork journey, forgiveness for your own freedom, grace, and expression. Art therapy, a sunset beach walk, and a closing fire ceremony. Reclaiming pleasure.

DAY 8 OCT 24 Resilience & Reclamation
A closing circle to anchor what you found and clarify what you carry forward. You leave with a nervous system that knows what sovereignty feels like.

Schedule

The eight-day permission arc.

DAY 1. OCT 17 The Uncoiling
Arrival, orientation, and downregulation. Meeting the land and the circle, slowing the nervous system, and clarifying what sovereignty means for you.

DAY 2 . OCT 18 - CEREMONY ONE Meeting the Medicine
An opening cacao ceremony and ceremony preparation, followed by a gentle, carefully calibrated first dose. The focus is establishing safety in the body, recognizing adaptive patterns, and building trust with the plant ally, the facilitators, and the circle. Facilitators stay close, offering somatic support throughout.

DAY 3 . OCT 19 . BREATHWORK The Journey Inward
Integration and somatics, anchored by the first guided breathwork journey. Meeting your original blueprint - who you were before conditioning - and welcoming all your parts with compassion.

DAY 4 . OCT 20. CEREMONY TWO The 5am Journeу
Our signature ceremony begins at 5am, when the brain naturally drops into the theta states essential for deep healing. You begin as the sun rises and nature wakes; sound frequencies support release and transcendence.

DAY 5 . OCT 21 - BREATHWORK Sovereignty of Space
The heart of the work, deepened by the second breathwork journey. Boundaries as self-love, releasing shame and resentment, reclaiming sacred rage, permission, and womb connection.

DAY 6 OCТ 22 CEREMONY THREE Community & Music
Our final ceremony uses the Lemon Tek method for a more focused experience, journeyed alongside the circle with live medicine musicians. The emphasis is connection - to yourself, the group, and the healing that has unfolded. Traditional Amazonian hapé is available for those who feel called.

DAY 7. OCT 23. BREATHWORK Your Freedom Body
A third breathwork journey, forgiveness for your own freedom, grace, and expression. Art therapy, a sunset beach walk, and a closing fire ceremony. Reclaiming pleasure.

DAY 8 OCT 24 Resilience & Reclamation
A closing circle to anchor what you found and clarify what you carry forward. You leave with a nervous system that knows what sovereignty feels like.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon Ananda Lodge, Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Santa Cruz, Costa Rica

Directions

Ananda Lodge's prime location offers easy access to and from key destinations:
- 1 hour to Liberia (LIR) Airport
- 30 minute drive to Tamarindo or 5 minutes by boat ride
- 40 minutes to Potrero
- 40 minutes to Marina Flamingo

Accommodation

Capturing a sweeping view of the property and the ocean, our 8-room lodge is nothing but spectacular. With eco-sustainable construction and natural, local wood elements, the lodge is our primary housing for guests with each guest receiving king-bedroom single accommodations. Guests enter their rooms through the back of the lodge, allowing for unobstructed views of the property and ocean from the oversized, private balconies. Each room is thoughtfully designed for comfort, sustainability, and ultimate relaxation. A Each room is outfitted with natural, local wood and stone accents, and an open-air shower to enhance your connection with nature.

Accommodation
Private Ocean View King Stay
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Private Queen Casita Stay
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Shared Twin Room

Venue & Amenities

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Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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At Ananda Lodge Costa Rica, nestled in the natural beauty of Playa Grande, we offer a sanctuary where trauma-informed care meets ancestral wisdom. Our carefully crafted accommodations provide comfort as you engage in transformative experiences guided by respected Indigenous facilitators. We honor sacred plant medicines and integrate somatic practices, creating a safe, nurturing environment to support each individual's unique healing journey, allowing for deep restoration of body, mind, & spirit

Meals

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Menu Types

Be catered to with private chef gourmet meals, attuned to your specific dietary needs. Vegan, vegetarian, allergies, and dietary restrictions welcomed.

What's Included

  • 8 Day | 7 Night Luxury All-Inclusive Experience
  • Ocean-view single, king bed accommodations
  • Jungle Queen Casita
  • Shared Twin Room
  • Private chef prepared meals
  • 3 sacred plant medicine ceremonies
  • 3 breathwork sessions
  • Max 11 women
  • Somatic trauma-informed care team
  • Live music
  • Art therapy class
  • Somatic embodiment
  • Group sound healing journey
  • Yoga classes
  • Extensive preparation and integration included

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Shuttle
  • Plant Medicine Fee ($100)
  • Massage or onsite services

Customer Reviews

4.99 out of 5.0 average rating

5.0
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More Than a Retreat — A Relationship of Trust and Care
My journey with Ananda Lodge began earlier this year in Costa Rica, where I had an incredibly meaningful experience and where Kimberly supported me through my first retreat with her. I already knew her as someone I could trust, but our recent journey to The Source in Peru showed me another dimension of what Ananda and Kimberly offer.
Ananda Lodge introduced us to this extraordinary retreat in Peru and took care of organizing our journey until we arrived at The Source. Without that connection, I may never have discovered this place or had an experience that has now become one of the most profound journeys of my life. For that alone, I will always be deeply grateful.
But what touched me even more was Kimberly herself.
At The Source, Kimberly was not one of our facilitators. She was participating in the ceremonies alongside us, having her own experience and walking her own path. And yet somehow, she never stopped being Kimberly—the mentor, the person we trusted, and someone we knew we could reach for when we needed support.
There is something incredibly special about that. She didn't position herself above us or outside the experience. She was journeying beside us, vulnerable and human, while still making herself available with the same compassion, wisdom, and generosity I had experienced from her in Costa Rica.
To me, that says so much about the heart behind Ananda Lodge. The relationship doesn't simply end when the ceremony ends or when you leave Costa Rica. There is a genuine sense of community, mentorship, and continued care.
Kimberly, thank you for opening this door for me. Thank you for bringing me to a place I might otherwise never have found. Thank you for walking beside us in Peru and, even while having your own journey, reminding us through your presence that we were never walking alone.
My experiences in Costa Rica and Peru have each changed me in their own way, and you are woven into both chapters.
I am profoundly grateful for Ananda Lodge, for the community you have created, and especially for you. Some people introduce you to a retreat. Others open a door that changes the direction of your journey.
For me, Kimberly, you did the latter. ❤️

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A Journey That Opened the Door to Another
My journey with Ananda Lodge began in Costa Rica, where I had an experience that touched me deeply and gave me enormous trust in the people, the medicine, and the intention behind this beautiful community.
I could not have imagined then that Ananda would eventually open another door for me—this time leading all the way to the Sacred Valley of Peru and The Source.
From the moment this journey was offered to us, Ananda Lodge helped organize and support everything leading up to our arrival in Peru. We were then welcomed into the care of the incredible team at The Source, where what unfolded became one of the most profound and unique experiences of my life.
I will always be grateful to Ananda for creating that bridge.
There are retreats that offer you an experience, and then there are communities that somehow become part of a much longer journey. That is what Ananda has become for me. My experience didn't simply begin and end with a ceremony in Costa Rica. It continued—through relationships, trust, support, and eventually an invitation to travel halfway across the world and go deeper.
The retreat in Peru challenged me, opened me, humbled me, and invited me into parts of myself I hadn't known I was ready to meet. The beauty and energy of The Source, the medicines, the facilitators, and the people with whom I shared this journey have left something in me that I know I will carry for the rest of my life.
And none of it would have happened for me without Ananda Lodge.
What I appreciate most is the feeling that Ananda isn't simply organizing retreats. They are creating community and continuity—connecting people with experiences, teachers, places, and opportunities for healing and discovery that extend far beyond one ceremony or one location.
I returned from Peru with immense gratitude for The Source, but also with an even deeper appreciation for the path that brought me there.
Thank you, Ananda Lodge, for opening that door. Thank you for the care that began in Costa Rica and followed us all the way to Peru. And thank you for being part of a journey that continues to unfold long after the ceremonies have ended.
Some doors change the room you're standing in. Others show you an entirely new landscape.
For me, Ananda has done exactly that. ❤️

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Don’t wait
My experience at Ananda Lodge was truly life-changing. From the moment I arrived, I felt safe, welcomed, and genuinely cared for. The owners, Kimberly and Jason, along with the entire team, have created something incredibly special—a place where healing, compassion, and connection come together in the most beautiful way.

The property itself is breathtaking, surrounded by nature with peaceful ocean views that immediately calm your nervous system. Every detail, from the comfortable accommodations to the incredible fresh meals, is thoughtfully designed to support your journey.

What impressed me most was the level of care before, during, and after the ceremonies. I never felt like just another guest. I felt seen, heard, and supported every step of the way. Their trauma-informed approach allowed me to fully trust the process and surrender to the experience.

If you’re searching for a place to do deep inner work in a safe, loving, and authentic environment, I cannot recommend Ananda Lodge enough. I left with a renewed sense of peace, clarity, and gratitude that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. Thank you to everyone at Ananda for creating such a beautiful sanctuary for healing. Pura Vida. ❤️🙏

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63 Years Young & My First Medicine Journey
From the moment I arrived, Ananda Lodge felt like home.

The grounds are not only visually stunning, but energetically and intentionally curated to support deep healing and transformation. Every detail reflects mindfulness. From the beautiful private accommodations with indoor/outdoor showers, to the safe and nurturing maloka, nourishing aligned meals, and countless peaceful spaces for quiet reflection and integration.

Kim and Jason continue to evolve while remaining deeply grounded in their integrity and vision. That commitment is evident in every aspect of the experience, especially in the facilitators and shamans they invite to hold space.

This was my first experience with sacred medicine, and it exceeded every expectation. Michal and Emma are a truly magical team. Their wisdom, intuition, compassion, and presence allowed me to feel completely safe, deeply supported, and lovingly held throughout my entire journey.

If you are seeking a place where professionalism, integrity, safety, and genuine heart come together, I cannot recommend Ananda Lodge highly enough. It is a truly sacred space for healing, transformation, and coming home to yourself.

I left with profound gratitude... and I will absolutely be back.— Rev. Michlynn Walton Costa Rica/Canada

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Mindful Microdoser Virtual Experience
This three month guided micro dose journey is a life changer for someone who is intuitively feeling that they are ready to make a change(s) in their life. I had just quit a stressful, soul-sucking job and wanted to completely switch gears and tap more into my creativity while working on my anxiety. This program is more than just the medicine, it is having a couple of individual sessions with Kimberly, who is great at listening and understanding at a deeper level. It's working within a group of other microdosers and meeting together in workshops every other week for two hours so you get learn together. The session workbooks are the best. They are full of practices and videos that combined with the medicine truly help you be the best version of yourself. I'm an introvert and thought I would rather do something alone but this program really made me the best version of myself. Dana and Kimberly are truly the best. This helped me more than years of therapy! Stephanie S.

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