Feast of the
Jungle Retreat
Tropical Superfoods, Wild Foods, Sacred Ecology & Reconnection through Tropical Edibles
La Ecovilla, Costa Rica | 5 Day Retreat Winter 2026
Step into the verdant embrace of the rainforest and receive the nourishment your body, mind, and spirit have been longing for.
This is not a vacation.
It’s a deep ecological homecoming.
Join us for a 5-day immersion into the deep intelligence of the tropics, where wild foods, sacred plants, and regenerative living offer a powerful remembering: that we are not separate from nature, but made of it.
Together, we’ll walk the forest trails, gather vibrant leaves, roots, fruits, and flowers, and learn how to prepare and receive them as deep nourishment. Guided by decades of experience in Ayurvedic energetics, herbal wisdom, and plant spirit communication, this journey invites you into a living dialogue with the green world.
Here, every plant is a teacher. Every meal a ceremony. Every breath a return to Life-Force.
Guided by Shantree Kacera, RH, DN, Ph.D, diploma in Ayurvedic Medicine, clinical and ecological herbalist, and Gustavo Rojas, a Costa Rican community botanist, regenerative farmer and a tropical forest steward. Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera, an eco-spiritual practitioner that integrates ancient Earth wisdom, Deep Ecology, Eco-Creativity, and the Work That Reconnects.
What You Will Receive
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Daily Jungle Foraging &
Wild Plant Wisdom
Harvest rainforest botanicals rich in minerals and adaptogens. Learn to identify and work with plants like chaya, turmeric, cacao, and moringa through their energetic signatures and traditional uses. -
Wild Food as Ceremony
In our hands-on jungle kitchen, prepare elixirs and tonics using elemental alchemy. Experience food as sacred transformation and a return to life-force, where each meal becomes a ritual of reverence, creativity, and nourishment. -
Ayurvedic & Elemental Plant Teachings
Explore how tropical edibles interact with your constitution, your tissues, and your subtle energy system. We’ll map how food becomes prana, living energy, when lovingly grown, mindfully prepared, and consciously received. -
Sacred Ecology & Eco-Somatic Practice
Sink into the body of the Earth through breath, barefoot movement, wave-motion, and meditations with the land. Reconnect with wild plant relatives pulsing with intelligence, and learn to enter a respectful, reciprocal relationship. -
Earth-Based Detox & Rejuvenation
Explore how tropical edibles interact with your constitution, tissues, and subtle energy system. We’ll map how food becomes prana when it is properly grown, prepared, and received in harmony with your inner ecosystem. -
An Intimate, Immersive Experience
This retreat is limited to just 12 participants, creating a nourishing, intimate container for deep learning, heartfelt connection, and personalized guidance within the vibrant intelligence of the green world.
Your Guides
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Shantree Kacera, RH, DN, Ph.D.
Ayurvedic practitioner, teacher, and author of the forthcoming Elemental Wisdom, Shantree brings 50+ years of experience guiding individuals into vital, regenerative living using plant intelligence, elemental energetics, and eco-centric healing.
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Lorenna Bousquet-Kacera
Founder of Shamanu: Earth Wisdom Teachings®, Lorenna eldership weaves eco-somatic practices, elemental embodiment into powerful containers for remembering the pleasure, presence, and innate wisdom of an embodied life in harmony with the Earth.
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Gustavo Rojas
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What’s Included
All-Inclusive 5-Day Couples Retreat
Pricing includes accommodations, meals, and full retreat programming.
Early Bird:
Regular Rate:
Retreat Package Includes:
5 days and 4 nights in a Private Eco Room
3 nourishing organic meals daily
All workshops, elemental rituals, and sacred ceremonies
Herbal tonics, elixirs, and curated welcome gifts
A 1.5-hour post-retreat one-on-one integration session
Optional Add-Ons:
Therapeutic massage
Additional private sessions during your stay
Retreat Information
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5 Days, 6 Nights
Day 1 – Arrival & Opening the Heart
Welcome elixirs & settling in
Opening Circle: Intentions of the Sacred Union
Firelight Ceremony & Elemental Blessing
Day 2 – Earth & Rooted Love
Partner movement & grounding practices
Earth Ritual: Honouring the Body as Temple
Communication from the Ground Up
Day 3 – Water & Emotional Intimacy
Breath, Flow & Surrender Practices
River Ritual: Releasing & Reweaving
Guided Couple Dialogue + Restorative Touch
Day 4 – Fire & Sacred Sensuality
Shaking Medicine & Erotic Energy Awakening
Ayurvedic Wisdom for Sensual Vitality
Fire Ceremony: Passion, Devotion & Play
Day 5 – Air & Ether: Visioning Your Sacred Future
Soulful Morning Walk + Breath Practices
Shared Visioning Ritual: What Are We Creating Together?
Closing Circle + Couple Commitments
Day 6 – Departure with Devotion
Morning Gratitude Ritual
Closing Brunch
Departures
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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.
This retreat is for those who seek more than information, who want embodied knowing. It’s for herbalists, healers, food lovers, land stewards, and anyone ready to remember the sacredness of nourishment and the power of rewilding one’s inner ecosystem.
✺ Frequently Asked Questions ✺
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This retreat is for couples of any age, orientation, or stage in their relationship who feel called to deepen their connection, nourish their intimacy, and grow together through guided practices rooted in nature, love, and presence.
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You’ll experience a blend of eco-somatic movement, sacred rituals, guided partner exercises, Ayurvedic teachings, breathwork, and heart-centered dialogue. All practices are designed to be nourishing, experiential, and accessible.
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While the retreat supports emotional and energetic intimacy, it is not focused on sexual practices. The experience is about cultivating trust, communication, presence, and a deeper connection with yourself, your partner, and the Earth.
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Travel to and from the retreat centre is not included in the retreat price. We will provide detailed travel recommendations and support you in planning your journey.
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This is an intimate retreat limited to five couples. We’ve chosen to keep the group small to ensure personal attention, spaciousness, and a deeply held container for transformation.
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Yes. The schedule is intentionally spacious, with time for reflection, rest, and connection with the land. You are also welcome to enjoy optional massages or private sessions.
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It’s not uncommon for one partner to feel hesitant. We invite both of you to have an open conversation, and if needed, we’re happy to speak with you directly to help clarify whether this retreat feels aligned for your relationship.
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You’ll receive a detailed welcome package with packing suggestions. In general, bring comfortable clothes, a journal, any personal items, and an open heart.
Still Have Questions?
If your hearts feel a gentle pull yet you’re unsure how to answer it, we invite you to connect with us. Share your questions, curiosities, or hesitations. We will listen with care and help you discern whether this journey of love and renewal is the right path for you and your partner.