Live Like A Local & Feel Part Of Something Real
Experiences designed around connection, community, meaningful moments, and the vibrant rhythm of life on the Caribbean coast.
Some experiences change you not because of a single breakthrough moment…
But because of how alive, connected, and present you feel while living them.
This retreat experience is about stepping into real life here in Costa Rica.
More than just the beautiful beaches and jungle:
The people. The music. The gatherings. The conversations.
The feeling of community. The slower rhythm of life.
After years of hosting retreats, one thing became very clear to us:
Many guests told us their favorite moments were often the most authentic and spontaneous ones.
Being invited to a local gathering. Sharing dinner with us and friends.
Discovering hidden places they never would have found alone.
Feeling welcomed into a real community and way of life.
So we decided to create an experience centered entirely around that feeling.
This is an invitation into our world.
A more personal, meaningful, and connected way to experience Costa Rica beyond traditional tourism.
Connection, Community & Aliveness
Many people today feel disconnected.
Disconnected from themselves. From meaningful relationships. From nature. From joy. From a sense of belonging.
These experiences are designed to reconnect you with all of that.
This retreat is for people who want:
authentic connection
meaningful experiences
community and belonging
joy and aliveness
adventure and spontaneity
presence and simplicity
conscious gatherings and music
nature and movement
inspiration and perspective
real human connection
More Personal Than Traditional Travel
This is not a resort experience. And it’s not a rigid group retreat.
It’s something in between.
A personalized experience that combines:
private support and guidance
meaningful local experiences
connection with conscious community
beautiful nature
spaciousness and freedom
curated adventures and gatherings
You can move at your own pace while still feeling deeply connected.
The Experiences Guests Remember Most
Guests often tell us the moments they remember most were the simplest ones:
A spontaneous dinner. A beach bonfire.
A conversation that opened something. A dance under the stars.
A morning swim. A feeling of finally being fully present.
This retreat is designed around those kinds of moments.
Community, Adventure & Meaningful Connection
Depending on your retreat, your experience may include:
ecstatic dance
live music gatherings
cacao ceremonies
yoga and breathwork
beach bonfires
waterfall adventures
jungle hikes
conscious community events
surf sessions
movement and workouts
local restaurants and hidden gems
spacious time to relax and explore
All woven together with spaciousness, care, and personalization.
Retreats Designed Around Real Connection
“Live Like a Local” Connection & Community Retreat in Costa Rica
Psilocybin & Cacao Retreat for Clarity & Transformation in Costa Rica
Couples Psilocybin Connection & Intimacy Retreat Costa Rica
Couples Tantra & Intimacy Retreat in Costa Rica
Couples Connection & Love Retreat in Costa Rica
What Our Guests Say
We were entering a new life stage and wanted to set intentions together and do something special over New Year’s. The retreat balanced privacy and free time with impactful sessions (including a psilocybin ceremony) perfectly. Fern and Maxim are passionate, supportive, and wonderful guides for couples looking to reconnect and explore new paths.
We needed to reconnect and integrate big life changes. This retreat with Fern and Maxim helped us open up, communicate honestly, and reconnect deeply. We feel a permanent shift within, a softening and an opening with each other, and our communication is now stronger.
We booked a retreat on very short notice, and Fern and Maxim accommodated us so thoughtfully. They created a beautiful, personalized experience filled with offerings like ecstatic dance, wildlife tours, yoga, and powerful ceremonies. We left feeling deeply loved, rejuvenated, and transformed, and we can’t wait for our next retreat with them!
This was a much needed trip just for the two of us. We loved the relaxed jungle living atmosphere and the experience as a whole! I gained a deeper connection with my spouse.
We did a week of Yoga with Fern and 5 days of couples Tantra with Fern and Maxim. The purpose was to further build and strengthen our own love and connection as a couple. 11 amazing days total on the 2 back-to-back retreats. We had some deep emotional epiphanies during the Tantra phase.
We chose this retreat to get married in a way that felt intentional and deeply connected. What we experienced went far beyond anything we imagined! Fern and Maxim created a sanctuary where our love could be fully seen, felt, and celebrated. The wedding ceremony they held for us was intimate, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. Words fall short here. The entire week brought us closer than ever through music, cacao, and shared experiences. We left not just as newlyweds, but with a deeper connection, renewed love, and a sense that this moment will stay with us for life.
Fern and Maxim created an incredibly special experience for our wedding. We had the most gorgeous private marriage ceremony on the beach with them, which Fern so beautifully officiated. The ceremony, music, and cacao journey were magical, and we felt so loved and welcomed, like part of their family. We can’t wait to return.
Their music is as potent and rich in love as anything I’ve experienced. Combined with the location and cacao, it was pure bliss. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for something truly special in Costa Rica.
This retreat reminded me what true love feels like. The space Fern and Maxim created was nurturing, intentional, and deeply transformative. I left feeling more connected to myself, with a renewed understanding of love and what truly matters.
This was my dream retreat, fully personalized and deeply transformative. From yoga by the beach to sound healing and visiting indigenous communities, every experience felt special. I left feeling more centered, calm, and connected to myself.
My husband and I had the opportunity to enjoy this couple’s retreat with Fern and Maxim, and it was absolute magic. It was such a wonderful experience; Fern and Maxim’s love for each other makes it all the more special. Their magic shines through and our retreat was very powerful. Our experience brought us closer together and strengthened our bond as a couple. We hope to visit Puerto Viejo soon for another couple’s retreat with them!
This Experience Might Be Exactly What You Need
If you’re longing for deeper connection, meaningful experiences, community, adventure, and a reminder of what life can feel like when you are fully present…
We would love to welcome you into this world.
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