Mission
At Ananda Lodge we are on a mission to unveil the wisdom within through providing safe, compassionate, trauma-informed care that honors sacred plant medicine traditions.
Vision
Our goal is to create a ripple effect of healing that begins with the reconnection to self and extends outward to all of humanity and the planet.
Sacred Reverence
We honor this through the lens of integrity and reverence for the healing plants and the wisdom keepers that carry these sacred rituals and traditions.
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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Be catered to with private chef gourmet meals, attuned to your specific dietary needs. Vegan, vegetarian, allergies, and dietary restrictions welcomed.
Getting Here
Ananda Lodge, 952F+W3R 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
Customer Reviews
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Gratitude!
I had an amazing experience with Ananda. Kim and Jason have built a special place in the jungles of Costa Rica! Food, lodging and amenities are great and foster a healing atmosphere. I will definitely be returning.
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Amazing experience!!
I recently attended the 7 day women's psilocybin retreat at Ananda Lodge and it was incredible! I had no idea what to expect, but I came in open minded and excited. My experience exceeded my greatest expectations. The medicine helped me deal with past trauma, let go of resentment and fears/anxiety and left me feeling even more grateful for the people in my life. We are still doing integration sessions with Kimberly, and it has been so great to see how I am incorporating changes into my life. I'm so inspired by the progress that I'm going to sign up for the upcoming microdosing session! Also, the bonds our group made are so strong. We have a very active WhatsApp group and plan to meet up in the future. Kimberly and her team have the biggest hearts and care so deeply about us. There were plenty of 1:1 sessions as well as learning opportunities, breath work, etc. The food was amazing and the property itself was stunning. We all had a very comfortable room with a beautiful view. I highly recommend Ananda!!
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Women's Psilocybin 8 Day Retreat
Ananda Lodge is a sacred space that holds the wisdom of land. Kimberly, Jay, Dana and all of the staff created a safe, warm environment for plant medicine to work its intention. I began the most incredible journey there that has opened up my creativity and joy in avenues I had never considered. I am deeply grateful for this experience. The food and accommodations were also incredible as were the friends I met along the journey. I will never forget this trip. It was truly the best thing I could have ever done for myself.
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If this experience calls, go ahead and respond.
If you’re looking for an experience of integrity, deeply rooted in somatic practices, yoga philosophy, and shamanic wisdom, this is the Retreat for you. Not only is the location a safe space, the facilitation creates a container for the most self reflective and healing journey of your life. The property is beautiful. The accommodations are clean and stunning, I felt so comfortable here. The land it’s beautiful and the animal visitors are so exciting to see. The talented and diverse chef created the most delicious and nurturing meals, accommodating dietary requests. I cannot wait to join another Retreat. The facilitators also support the local community and honor indigenous practices with great reverence.
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Magical
From the moment I stepped onto the land at Ananda Lodge, I felt welcomed. The warmth began at the gate — being greeted with kindness, having my luggage carried in — and it continued in every small detail of the experience. There is something about this place that immediately makes you feel safe, seen, and held.
During my stay, I shared this journey with three incredible women, and together we were supported by the most compassionate and attentive team I could have imagined. Our host, Kim, carries a depth of care that is rare. The level of presence and genuine support she offers is something I will never forget - true compassion. Throughout the ceremonies, I felt protected and guided in a way that allowed me to go deeper than I thought possible.
The Shipibo maestra’s icaros were powerful beyond words — ancestral, precise, and deeply moving. And Mihao, whose knowledge of plant medicine is clearly a life path and devotion, brought a beautiful balance to the space. He is not only a gifted musician, but a multidimensional medicine man whose presence feels steady, wise, and grounded. The way he holds the masculine within ceremony created a container that felt complete and safe.
The second ceremony was the most challenging for me — physically and emotionally — yet even in its intensity, I felt supported at every step. Without the care and attentiveness of the team, I don’t know if I could have navigated it the way I did. That support made all the difference.
The food, prepared with such respect for the dieta, was nourishing, abundant, and lovingly made. Every meal felt intentional, fresh, and aligned with the process we were in. We were truly cared for like queens.
Ananda Lodge holds a space where healing can unfold naturally — gently when possible, powerfully when needed. I leave with gratitude in my heart and a steadier, softer feeling in my body.
This is a place I will return to, with trust and an open heart.
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August 27 - September 3, 2026
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