Retreats in Costa Rica
Behold offers a range of guided plant medicine retreat experiences in Costa Rica.
Each retreat thoughtfully designed to support safety, depth, and long-term integration.
Costa Rica Ayahuasca Retreat
6 night, all-inclusive Ayahuasca Retreat with a small group (7-11 person max) of thoroughly-vetted guests. Private Rooms offered at $7,650.
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Costa Rica 5-MeO-DMT Retreat (Bufo Alvarious)
An intimate all-inclusive experience with a maximum of 4 guests. Private Rooms offered at $4,500 and Shared Rooms available for $4,000.
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Costa Rica Women’s Ayahuasca Retreat
6 night, all-inclusive integrative plant medicine Retreat with an intimate group (7-11 maximum allowed) of Behold-vetted female guests.
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Costa Rica Ayahuasca Eco-Retreats
A 5 night, all-inclusive Ayahuasca Retreat with a small group (8-14 person max) through our trusted partners. Private Room offered at $4,500, Shared Rooms for $3,850, and Dorm Rooms $2,950.
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Costa Rica Psilocybin Eco Retreat
A 5 night, all-inclusive psychedelic retreat with a small group (14 person max) of thoroughly-vetted guests.
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About Costa Rica
Why Costa Rica is an ideal setting for retreat work?
Costa Rica offers the most powerful setting for this intentional retreat work. Lovingly surrounded by lush jungle landscapes, expansive skies, and immersive natural beauty. Removed from the hustle and bustle of main town Jaco, this retreat center is by far our most popular retreat.
Costa Rica has become one of the most popular international destinations for sacred plant medicine retreats. Being surrounded by jungle, which flows so beautifully with our medicines, our Costa Rica location calls to beginners and our Alumni equally for this ever-growing inner journey.
For many guests, the natural setting itself becomes part of the healing experience – reinforcing rest, presence, and perspective.
Setting & Accommodations in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's natural landscape plays an integral role in the retreat experience.
With the ocean views and our salt water pool ready to receive you, our accommodations in Esterillos are the perfect blend of high-end accommodation and grounding feel.
Immersive Natural Environment
The retreat center offers a secluded setting removed from daily distractions. The surrounding jungle, open air, and expansive views create a quiet container for inner work, allowing participants to fully disconnect and turn inward.
Thoughtfully Designed Accommodations
Guests stay in comfortable, well-appointed private rooms designed to support the rest and privacy needed between sessions. Accommodations are intentionally selected to provide both personal space and access to communal gathering areas.
The balance between solitude and shared space allows participants to recharge while remaining connected to the retreat container.
On-Site Amenities
The Costa Rica retreat center includes carefully curated amenities that support relaxation and integration, such as:
- A salt-water infinity pool overlooking the surrounding landscape.
- Outdoor seating and shaded reflection areas.
- Walking paths immersed in nature.
- Communal spaces for group connection.
These elements create opportunities for both solitude and community throughout the retreat.
Space for Reflection & Integration
Beyond ceremony spaces, the retreat environment is designed to support integration in real time. Quiet corners, open-air gathering areas, and natural surroundings offer participants space to process, journal, rest, and reflect.
The physical setting is intentionally aligned with the emotional and psychological depth of the retreat experience – supporting safety, clarity, and meaningful integration.
Retreat Experience
Every Costa Rica retreat is intentionally designed for your journey.
Small, Intentionally Curated Groups
Each retreat is limited to fewer than 10 participants, allowing for personalized guidance and meaningful group cohesion.
Resort-Level Accommodations
Comfortable, thoughtfully selected retreat spaces support rest, privacy, and integration between sessions.
Organic, Nourishing Meals
Meals are carefully prepared to support the body during retreat work, emphasizing balance and nourishment. And yes, they are also fully delicious!
Thoughtfully Structured Days
Each day balances ceremony, reflection, integration, movement, and rest in a sustainable rhythm. You will feel that for yourself as the days go by during your retreat.
Safety & Screening
Safety is foundational to every Behold retreat.
All participants complete a structured application and medical screening process prior to attending. Retreats are led by experienced facilitators within private retreat environments designed for confidentiality and care.
Each retreat is held with attention to ethical standards, local context, and responsible facilitation practices.
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Integration & Support
Transformation does not end when the retreat concludes.
Behold emphasizes integration through post-retreat support and access to an alumni network. Participants are encouraged to reflect, process, and apply insights within their daily lives with continued guidance.
Upcoming Retreats
Discover Costa Rica retreats dates & availability.
Costa Rica Ayahuasca Retreat
6 night, all-inclusive Ayahuasca Retreat with a small group (7-11 person max) of thoroughly-vetted guests. Private Rooms offered at $7,650.
- October 11th – 17th, 2026
- November 29th – December 5th, 2026
- December 6th – 12th, 2026
- January 3rd – 9th, 2027
- January 31st – February 6th, 2027
Costa Rica 5-MeO-DMT Retreat (Bufo Alvarious)
An intimate all-inclusive experience with a maximum of 4 guests. Private Rooms offered at $4,500 and Shared Rooms available for $4,000.
- October 14th – 17th, 2026
- December 9th – 12th, 2026
- February 3rd – 6th, 2027
Costa Rica Women’s Ayahuasca Retreat
6 night, all-inclusive integrative plant medicine Retreat with an intimate group (7-11 maximum allowed) of Behold-vetted female guests.
- November 29th – December 5th, 2026
Costa Rica Ayahuasca Eco-Retreats
A 5 night, all-inclusive Ayahuasca Retreat with a small group (8-14 person max) through our trusted partners. Private Room offered at $4,500, Shared Rooms for $3,850, and Dorm Rooms $2,950.
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Costa Rica Psilocybin Eco Retreat
A 5 night, all-inclusive psychedelic retreat with a small group (14 person max) of thoroughly-vetted guests.
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Looking for a truly personalized and customized retreat experience?
We are happy to arrange a fully private retreat for you or your private group.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about our retreats.
Costa Rica operates within a unique legal landscape. Behold ensures all retreats are held responsibly and in accordance with local context.
Most retreats are accessible via major international airports in Costa Rica. Detailed travel guidance is provided upon acceptance.
Yes, retreat-specific transportation information is shared prior to arrival.
Retreats are held in private, secure locations selected for safety and accessibility.
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