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Top Costa Rica Ayahuasca Retreats
Soltara Healing Center Gift Certificate
Best Seller
Open Dates
Monika says, "My experience at Soltara was beautiful. This place is filled with loving and healing energy, and everything from the accommodation, to the food, to the entire staff was 5/5." See more
From $500
4.98
Ayahuasca Ceremony One night
Open Dates
André says, "I thought long and hard for years before deciding to participate in an Ayahuasca ceremony. I’m eternally grateful for finally arriving at Ayahuasca Costa Rica as my choice." See more
$750
4.89
1 Private Ayahuasca Journey in Costa Rica
2 Days Package
Adrian says, "The moment I stepped into Madrediosa, I felt like I was entering sacred ground. The environment was absolutely magical - deeply peaceful and intentional. Surrounded by the lush Costa Rican jungle, it truly felt like being embraced by Mother Nature herself, creating the perfect atmosphere for profound healing work." See more
From $430
5.00
8-Day Trauma-Informed Shipibo Ayahuasca Retreat in Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Last Chance
February 5 - 12, 2026
Mille says, "We loved our stay! This intimate setting and the small but mighty and well chosen team, made me and my partner feel so welcome, safe and supported in our journey and ceremony here." See more
$5,795
/ 8 days
4.98
Ceremonias privadas de Ayahuasca.
Flexible Dates
Anonymous says, "This was my first time ever trying these kinds of sacred medicines, and Solete made my experience wonderful. She was very kind & warm, and I felt very safe with her guiding me throughout the process." See more
$400
5.00
The Reunion Experience | An Ayahuasca Journey
Top Rated
February 21 - 28, 2026
Anonymous says, "As someone who was somewhat apprehensive about participating in this type of retreat, I've got to say I was pleasantly surprised: the location was beautiful, everything was well organised, the facilitators and remaining staff were great, the food healthy and delicious." See more
From $3,850
/ 8 days
4.89
5 Day DragonFly Retreat (Open Dates, Valle Diamante, Costa Rica) Intimate Small Group
5 Days Package
Monica says, "My husband and I did a five-day couple's retreat at Blue Butterfly Center and are so happy that we did. Aya and Kay put a tremendous amount of work into creating a meaningful experience for us, from a beautiful location and thoughtfully prepared meals to the ceremonial aspects of the retreat." See more
$1,999
4.95
Aya Retreat- Female Shipibo Shamans - 11 days / 5 ceremonies
January 19 - 29, 2026
Anonymous says, "Pandorita was a very profound, healing experience for me, it touched me deeply – and I am still in inner contact with this special energy from this special, wonderful place." See more
From $2,900
/ 11 days
4.88
New Life Rising - Safe & Intimate 8 Day Ayahuasca Retreat - 3 Traditional Ceremonies
February 21 - 28, 2026
From $4,000
/ 8 days
5.00
be here now Private 4 days Ayahuasca and Therapy Retreat
March 2 - 5, 2026
Rebecca says, "This retreat honestly changed my life. Neten was such a kind, caring, and beautiful person. She was so intuitive and knowledgeable about so many different things." See more
$3,999
/ 4 days
5.00
Soul Family Metamorphosis Retreat: 8 Day Plant Medicine Retreat in Costa Rica | Libélula
Mar 2 - 9, 2026
$2,222
/ 8 days
Top Ayahuasca Retreat Centers in Costa Rica
Choosing the Retreat that’s Right For You
Learn about the retreat center & ceremony facilitators
Go with the flow, but know who’s taking care of you. Ensure that you pick your perfect retreat by searching for the setting that aligns with your needs.
Understand the practical aspects of the retreat
Every transformation is a journey. Visualize the steps you’ll need to take before, during, and after the retreat so that the logistical part runs smoothly.
Ask Retreat Centers Questions Directly
Your comfort level is paramount for a safe and fruitful journey. If you feel drawn to a certain retreat, but the listing doesn’t provide all the information you need.
Feel free to inquire with the organizers or facilitators directly. The Contact option is available just under the Booking button on every listing.
Aside from getting the responses you need to put your mind at ease, opening a line of communication with those who will be taking care of you will enhance your intuition into whether you’ll be in good hands.
Another good way to get insight into details not mentioned in the listing is by checking the Review section — those who have already attended are best at pointing out the virtues and flaws.
Preparing for Aya Experience
Set an intention
Having a clear intention before the ceremony can make an incredible difference in how your experience unfolds.
Honor Aya with Respect
Maintaining psychophysical purity, or some form of dieta can go a long way in warding off unnecessary suffering once you drink.
Be Ready to Surrender
Make sure that your intentions are not actually your expectations. It’s in your best interest to let go of the illusion of control.
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Questions about Costa Rica Ayahuasca
How long do ayahuasca effects last?
The effects of ayahuasca typically unfold across distinct phases over 4-6 hours, though the full journey can last up to 8 hours for some people. Traditional Amazonian ceremonies usually begin in the evening and continue through the night, with the most intense period occurring 1-2 hours after drinking the medicine. The physical effects often start within 30 minutes, while the visionary phase commonly peaks between hours 2-4. After the main journey subsides, many experience a gentle "landing" period of 1-2 hours where insights continue to emerge. In traditional contexts, integration begins immediately after the ceremony and extends for days or weeks - this is considered an essential part of the medicine's work. Some retreat centers observe that certain participants may feel subtle energetic shifts for several days following a ceremony, though these are typically mild and manageable. Each person's experience with the medicine follows its own timing and rhythm. Traditional healers emphasize that the effects aren't limited to the ceremonial hours - rather, the ceremony opens a door through which healing and understanding continue to flow long after the acute effects have passed.