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Top Costa Rica Ayahuasca Retreats
Soltara at Playa Blanca - Seven Night Ayahuasca Retreat with Peruvian Shipibo Healers
Best Seller
February 24 - March 3, 2025
Anonymous says, "I can't begin to put into words how amazing my experience at Soltara was. If you need a sign to go, this is it. Take the leap. " See more
From $3,975
4.98
8-Day Trauma-Informed Shipibo Ayahuasca Retreat in Playa Grande, Costa Rica
June 10 - 17, 2025
Brandon says, "I had such a wonderful experience with Nikki. She's such a kind and honest soul which is something I highly appreciate. Really good at helping people navigate their own experiences while also allowing the person to apply meaning for themselves." See more
$5,495
4.96
Ayahuasca Ceremony 3-Day Retreat Costa Rica
March 13 - 16, 2025
Ryan says, "I fell in love with this place in just two days. I’m coming back right away. I cant express how grateful I am for Jim and his team. This was one of the best experiences of my entire life." See more
$880
/ 4 days
4.95
The Reunion Experience | An Ayahuasca Journey
Top Rated
March 22 - 29, 2025
Heidi says, "This was one of the best, most transformative experiences of my life. The team at Reunion is incredibly thoughtful and kind – you can tell this place is special because it's completely mission-based, with a reverence for the medicine and sacred intention behind the design of each experience." See more
From $3,850
/ 8 days
4.93
Ayahuasca Ceremony One night
Open Dates
Brady says, "Erik is a fantastic guide and provides safe, comfortable lodging. Our group only had 4 people which was great and he tends to keep it small which I think is majorly beneficial to the experience (especially if it's a first time)." See more
$750
4.89
Ceremonias privadas de Ayahuasca.
2 Spaces Remaining
Flexible Dates
Anonymous says, "Sole is a beautiful soul and made everything go smoothly and safely. Grateful I had the opportunity to experience this and meet her!!" See more
$380
5.00
Ayahuasca Psychedelic Coaching Session with Preparation & Integration Program
Open Dates
Online
Anonymous says, "René is a caring, experienced and very intelligent leader, and just the kind of person you want guiding you through a psycidelic experience, as well as making sure all your needs are taken care of during your stay." See more
€400
5.00
One-Week Intimate Ayahuasca Retreat | Nosara, Costa Rica
March 15 - 22, 2025
Chris says, "The veil's been lifted. I'm happier than I've ever been and it just took one week. Francesca and Neils have built an experience that allowed me to face the loneliness I feel in life and have an understanding of my behaviors that put me there." See more
From $3,400
/ 8 days
4.98
10 Nights, 6 Shipibo Ceremonies - Tropical Ayahuasca Retreat
Last Chance
March 2 - 12, 2025
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 - Ayahuasca Retreat 7 Day / 6 Night/ 3 Powerful Ceremonies with Small Groups
May 16 - 22, 2025
Leila says, "I'm so glad Jeanae was there during my experience, I could really feel her support and love and I felt safe knowing she was there to help me if I needed it. Her yoga classes were great too and my favorite was her flute playing!! It was so blissful during the ceremony, I loved it." See more
From $3,500
/ 7 days
5.00
be here now Private 4 days Ayahuasca & Therapy Retreat
Open Dates
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
$2,999
5.00
12 Days Private Ayahuasca Journey in Costa Rica
12 Days Package
Anonymous says, "My life journey back to myself is steeped in acceptance. Acceptance that the earth provides medicine and people, and medicine people, and it all comes together at the right time when one is ready." See more
From $2,200
5.00
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.
Ayahuasca Stories
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.