Ecovillages Immersion Retreats
Private Journeys into Regenerative Living
La Ecovilla, Costa Rica | Winter 2026
Experience a private retreat where ecological connection, sensory immersion and conscious living converge to enliven your whole being.
Reweaving Ourselves into the Tapestry of Earth through Community, Ceremony & Daily Practice.
Step into a living experience of regenerative culture. These private retreats offer a deeply rooted immersion into ecovillage life, where land stewardship, communal rhythms, and elemental living form the foundation. Each day is shaped by shared meals from the garden, eco-somatic practices, sacred ceremony, and hands-on participation in the daily flow of village life. Reconnect with the wisdom of the Earth, the nourishment of simplicity, and the power of community devoted to co-creating a more beautiful world.
This is an invitation to live the principles of an ecovillage lifestyle, where Earth connection, cooperation, and conscious living are woven into each moment. Set within a thriving land-based community, this private immersion is for individuals or couples who long to reconnect with a slower, more intentional way of being. Each retreat is shaped by the season, your intentions, and the daily rhythms of nature.
You’ll be welcomed into the living pulse of village life, where regeneration is not just a concept, but a practice of land, body, spirit, and culture.
Who This Retreat is For
This ecovillage immersion is for individuals or couples who are drawn to a slower, more intentional way of living and want to experience life fully embedded in nature and community. It’s ideal for those who:
* Seek a deep reconnection with the Earth, seasonal rhythms, and elemental living.
* Want hands-on experience in regenerative practices, land stewardship, and communal life.
* Desire immersive daily practices including eco-somatic movement, sacred ceremony, and mindful participation in village rhythms.
* Are inspired by community, cooperation, and conscious living as a path to personal and collective renewal.
* Wish to integrate the principles of an ecovillage lifestyle into their own life in a meaningful, embodied way.
This retreat is perfect for those ready to step fully into the living culture of an ecovillage, where regeneration is not just a concept but a daily, embodied practice of land, body, spirit, and culture.
Your Personalized Path of Regenerative Living
This unique retreat offers you an immersive experience of living in harmony with nature and community. Each day is shaped by rhythms that restore balance, shared meals from the permaculture garden or local farmers’ market, elemental practices, and ceremony. Guided by the wisdom of regenerative culture, you are invited to slow down, realign, and discover how your unique path weaves into the greater whole. This retreat is to reconnect with yourself, others, and the Earth in ways that inspire lasting transformation..
What’s Included
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Honouring the give-and-take relationship with land and life systems.
During the retreat, you’ll enter into practices that awaken a sense of mutual care with the soil, plants, and living beings around you.
This living exchange reminds us that what we tend outside also nourishes.
Practices for deepening connection:Observing and listening to the rhythms of nature
Mindful interaction with plants, stones, water, and wildlife
Sensory immersion walks in forests, rivers, or meadows
Daily reflection on your relationship with the natural world
“When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.” – John Muir
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Rooting in community as an extended ecosystem of belonging.
Shared meals, stories, and daily rhythms become threads that weave us back into the larger family of life.
Through these bonds, we remember that thriving is always a collective experience.
Practices for deepening connection:Group circle discussions and storytelling
Shared ritual and ceremony
Partnered or group movement practices
Collaborative creative activities (sound, dance, or art)
“We are all relatives. What we do to the web of life, we do to ourselves.” – Indigenous Wisdom
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Moving with the sacred forces of Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Ether.
Ceremony and embodiment invite you to experience these elemental presences as living guides for your renewal.
They awaken ancient memories of balance, guiding you toward harmony with both inner and outer nature.Practices for deepening connection:
Sunrise and sunset ceremonies with fire, water, or air
Guided breathwork and movement aligned with each element
Water purification or reflective practices near streams or lakes
Grounding exercises like barefoot walking or earthing
“The elements are our first teachers, patient, constant, and alive.”
– Unknown
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Participating in cycles that restore vitality and renew life.
Through hands-on connection and intentional choices, you’ll learn how every action can seed resilience and balance.
In this way, you become an active participant in Earth’s regenerative processes, weaving your life into her renewal.Observing seasonal and daily cycles in nature
Reflective journaling on personal growth and ecological awareness
Participating in rituals that honour renewal and transformation
Mindful walking and meditation in natural surroundings
“What we restore in nature, we restore in ourselves.” – Robin Wall Kimmerer
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Cultivating wholeness of body, heart, and spirit as part of Earth’s aliveness
Daily practices of movement, reflection, and rest support your inner flourishing while harmonizing with the wider web.
This embodied vitality becomes a radiant offering, strengthening the resilience of the community and land alike.Practices for deepening connection:
Morning movement wave-motion, or flow practices in natural spaces
Mindful eating and sensory awareness exercises
Restorative meditations and periods of stillness
Breathwork and energy awareness in alignment with the elements
“When the body is vital, the spirit sings.” – Ayurvedic Proverb
Retreat Investment
This is a custom-designed immersion experience with two master-level guides, created to meet your unique constitutional, emotional, and spiritual needs - a deeply personalized journey into restoration, clarity, and reconnection.
Private 5 Day Retreat For One Person: $2,800 USD
Pricing includes all sessions, meals, herbs, private accommodation, and personalized support.
Private 5 Day Retreat Two (Couple or Friends): $4,800 USD
Includes shared or private accommodation and full programs for both participants.
Payment plans available upon request.
ALSO INCLUDED
Personalized herbal & lifestyle recommendations
Integration plan to support your return home (includes diet, daily rhythm, herbs, and ongoing self-care tools)
Optional add-ons:
Body therapies or massage (additional cost)
Tour of La EcoVilla and the two sister communities - Allegria and San Mateo EcoVilla
Note: Transportation to/from La EcoVilla is not included (we’re happy to assist with booking).
Retreat Information
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Sample Daily Flow: Ecovillage Immersion Retreat
6:30 – 7:30 AM | Sunrise Awakening & Elemental Practice
Gentle movement or yoga outdoors, attuned to Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit
Guided breathwork or meditation to set intentions for the day
7:30 – 8:15 AM | Mindful Breakfast
Seasonal, locally sourced foods enjoyed in silence or with reflective conversation
Emphasis on savoring each bite and connecting with the origins of the meal
8:30 – 10:00 AM | Land & Nature Connection
Immersive nature walks or barefoot grounding in forests, meadows, or near water
Observational exercises, journaling, or quiet meditation in natural surroundings
10:15 – 12:00 PM | Regenerative Practice & Ritual
Hands-on regenerative activities: ecological observation, restorative ceremonies, or element-based rituals
Guided exercises that awaken awareness of cycles, reciprocity, and interconnection
12:15 – 1:00 PM | Community Lunch
Shared meal prepared together or by guides, fostering kinship and connection
Optional group reflection on morning practices
1:00 – 3:00 PM | Restorative Time / Personal Exploration
Quiet reflection, journaling, or solo nature immersion
Optional restorative practices: nap, gentle movement, or mindful creative expression
3:00 – 5:00 PM | Embodiment & Elemental Flow
Movement, dance, or yoga aligned with elements and seasonal cycles
Fire, water, or air rituals to integrate awareness and vitality
5:00 – 6:00 PM | Reflection & Kinship Circle
Group sharing or partner exercises to reflect on lessons, insights, and connections
Storytelling or creative expression to honor the day’s experiences
6:00 – 7:00 PM | Dinner & Community Time
Nourishing, locally sourced evening meal
Informal social connection or silent reflection in nature
7:30 – 8:30 PM | Evening Ceremony or Meditation
Elemental, moon, or seasonal rituals
Guided meditation, visualization, or energy practices to close the day
8:30 PM | Rest & Integration
Optional journaling or contemplative practices before sleep
Time to integrate the day’s experiences in stillness
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Ecovilla Costa Rica is a remarkable embodiment of uniqueness and beauty, seamlessly blending regeneration living with the breathtaking natural environment. Nestled amidst lush landscapes, next to the majestic machuca rio its eco-friendly architecture harmonizes with the surroundings, showcasing the beauty of natural materials and thoughtful design. The vibrant community thrives on principles of permaculture and regenerative agriculture, creating a living ecosystem nested next to the muchuca river that not only produces organic food but also enriches the local biodiversity.
The beauty of Ecovilla lies in its strong sense of community, where collaboration and shared values foster deep connections among residents. This nurturing environment encourages holistic wellness and nature-connection, enhancing individual and collective well-being.
Overall, Ecovilla is a sanctuary that embodies the harmony between human life and nature, inspiring those who seek a conscious and fulfilling lifestyle in a beautiful, interconnected world.
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For more information & to register, contact 519-652-9109 or 519-652-023
Email info@thelivingcentre.com
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1. Deposit Requirements:
A deposit of $1000.00 US is required upon registration to secure your spot.
The deposit is non-refundable but can be applied to future retreats if cancellation occurs.
2. Cancellation Policy:
45 days or more before the retreat: Full refund of any payments made (minus a cancellation fee of $200 US).
30 to 45 days before the retreat: 50% refund of total payment.
Less than 30 days before the retreat: No refunds will be issued.
3. Transfer Policy:
Participants may transfer their registration to another person up to 30 days before the retreat. Notification must be given in writing.
4. Special Circumstances:
A partial refund may be considered on a case-by-case basis in case of emergency or illness.
5. Retreat Cancellation:
If the organizer cancels the retreat, all payments will be fully refunded.
6. Changes to the Policy:
The organizer reserves the right to amend this policy. Any changes will be communicated to participants.
Your Guides
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Shantree Kacera, RH, DN, Ph.D.
Ayurvedic Practitioner | Ecological Herbalist | Regenerative Educator
My journey into regenerative living began in my early years and deepened as a young adult living in ecovillages, where I experienced firsthand the harmony of community, the joy of caring for the land, and the subtle rhythms of regenerative life. Those years planted the seeds for a lifetime of learning, a practice that is lived in the body, felt in the heart, and guided by the Earth itself.For the past 45 years at The Living Centre, I have built on those early lessons, weaving together Ayurveda, plant medicine, and ecological wisdom into a living laboratory of regenerative practice. The Centre has grown into both a sanctuary and a classroom, a place where reciprocity, regeneration, and vitality are not just understood but lived and shared every day with everyone who comes here.
To me, regenerative living is simple and yet profound. It is an immersive, lifelong practice. Every choice we make, whether connecting deeply with the land, honoring the elements, or nurturing community, is an opportunity to restore balance, vitality, and harmony for ourselves, for others, and for the Earth.
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Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera
Eco-Somatic Guide | Spiritual Ecology Educator | Founder of Shamanu Earth Wisdom
I bring five decades of experience guiding individuals through elemental embodiment, somatic reclamation, and spiritual ecology. As the founder of Shamanu: Earth Wisdom Teachings, I offer a unique blend of body-based intelligence, deep connection with nature, and heartfelt guidance that helps people fully reinhabit their lives with presence, power, and purpose.
My work is an invitation to return to the body as sacred terrain and to the Earth as teacher. By weaving together eco-somatics, ancestral feminine wisdom, expressive arts, and psycho-spiritual practices, I create spaces for deep listening, meaningful release, and a profound reconnection to one’s original essence.
I have walked alongside women and men across cultures and life stages, supporting them to live more truthfully, sensually, and soulfully. I offer not just techniques, but a living way of remembering who we are, why we are here, and how we can embody the life-force that flows through us all.
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