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“Highly praised by guests for transformational programming, supportive facilitation, and nourishing food.”
About Soul Sync Sanctuary (host) — facilitated by Callista Carlson
Retreat Overview
Join an 8-day, 7-night immersion at a private sanctuary in Playa Hermosa near Jacó, Costa Rica that focuses on self-love, soul alignment and emotional healing. The program combines daily movement and meditation, breathwork, deep-dive workshops (inner child, shadow work, compassionate communication), nature excursions and an optional psilocybin ceremony — all designed to support emotional transformation and sustainable integration back home.
- 👤 Founder(s) / CEO: (Needs confirmation)
- 🏢 Host / Organization: Soul Sync Sanctuary
- 📍 Location: Playa Hermosa (near Jacó), Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
- 🗣️ Language Spoken: (Needs confirmation)
- 👥 Number of Guests / Facilitators: Up to 7 guests typically; up to 10 possible. Facilitators led by Callista Carlson and guest teachers (multiple)
- 📅 Number of Days / Sessions: 8 days / 7 nights; daily workshops and practices
- 💵 Price Range: From US$2,422 (deposit US$499)
- 💊 Medicine Type: Psilocybin ceremony (optional)
- 💙 Specializing In: Self-love, emotional healing, soul alignment, somatic work, breathwork, integration tools
- 🌿 How Medicine is Sourced: (Needs confirmation)
- 🩺 Medical Emergency Plan (If no doctor on site): (Needs confirmation)
- 🔗 Booking Link / Website: Book
Retreat Highlights
- Daily Movement & Meditation – Morning movement and varied meditation practices are offered daily to support embodiment and presence.
- Transformational Workshops – Daily deep-dive workshops including inner-child healing, shadow work, non-violent communication and manifestation tools.
- Breathwork & Sound – Trauma-informed breathwork and sound healing sessions (sound bowls, medicine music) to facilitate emotional release.
- Optional Psilocybin Ceremony – An optional earth-medicine/psilocybin ceremony is offered as part of deeper subconscious work (opt-in).
- Nature Excursions – Hikes to waterfalls, beach time and other group excursions integrated into the program.
- Small Groups & Integration – Small group sizes (typically 7) to enable intimate sharing, 1:1 attention and structured integration practices.
About This Retreat
About This Retreat
This retreat is structured to support emotional intelligence and long-term transformation rather than short-term relaxation. Over eight days participants are guided through somatic modalities, breathwork, workshops addressing inner child and limiting patterns, and optional medicine-based journeys. The intention is to identify and clear deep unconscious blocks, build healthier communication patterns, and leave with practical tools to continue the work after returning home.
The environment is a private sanctuary surrounded by tropical landscape, pools and trails. Facilitators emphasize safety, compassionate sharing, and a trauma-informed approach while combining experiential processes and contemplative practices.
Accommodations
Travel & Arrival Details
📍 Venue / Exact Address: Soul Sync Sanctuary, Playa Hermosa (near Jacó), Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica (exact address provided after booking)
✈️ Getting Here:
- Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San José, Costa Rica.
- Included shuttle pickup from SJO on arrival day (arrive by ~2:00 pm for the shared shuttle).
- Return shuttle can be arranged; host notes a cost of US$100 per car (can be shared among guests).
🧳 Travel Tips:
- Bring swimwear, quick-dry clothing, hiking sandals or shoes, mosquito repellent and sunscreen.
- USD widely accepted; bring some cash for gratuities, massages or extras (local ATMs available).
- Consider booking a night in San José if arriving late; host can advise (contact directly).
Accommodation Options
Name: Queen Bed Shared Room — Private shared room, queen bed (price per person)
Price: US$2,422 (per person)
Details: Shared studio with queen beds for up to 3 guests; includes ensuite or shared bath as described.
Inclusions: All retreat programming, 7 nights accommodation, 3 meals daily, airport pickup (arrival shuttle), group excursions, on-site transportation, tea/water/coffee.
Notes: Price listed is per person. Payment plans available on request.
Name: Private Cabina
Price: US$2,622
Details: Garden cabina with screened open-air design, private bath and hot water; great airflow and privacy.
Inclusions: Same program inclusions.
Name: Queen Private Suite
Price: US$2,822
Details: Private suite with private bath and A/C, steps from main pool.
Name: King Private Suite (Private Access)
Price: US$3,333
Details: Master King suite, private bath, AC, private access from pool area, mini fridge.
- 📶 Free Wifi
- 🛁 Ensuite Bathrooms (where noted)
- 🍽️ 3 meals daily
- ☕ Coffee/Tea available
- 🚗 Transportation during the retreat & airport shuttle (arrival)
- 🏝️ Garden & pool access
- 🧖 Massage / spa treatments (available at extra cost)
- 🧳 Housekeeping
Venue & Amenities
- 📶 Free Wifi
- ❄️ A/C rooms
- 🅿️ Free parking
- 🌳 Garden
- 🍳 Kitchen (shared / studio kitchens)
- 🧺 Laundry
- 🏊 Pool
- 🏋️ Workout space with free weights and bench
- 🧘 Yoga shala / deck
- 💆 Massage / spa treatments (available)
- 🚗 Transportation during retreat
- 🍽️ Three meals daily (on-site dining)
Venue Description: A private sanctuary nestled in tropical gardens near the river, waterfalls and the ocean; features pools, terraces, and indoor/outdoor practice spaces designed to support restorative and transformational retreats.
Meals
Three healthy vegetarian meals are provided daily (vegan options available on request). Additional meat proteins and special dietary requirements (gluten-free, nut allergies, etc.) can be accommodated, sometimes at an extra cost.
Ceremony
Practitioner Profiles
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Source: bookretreats.com Callista Carlson
Retreat Host / Teacher
Callista “Cali” is a meditation teacher, certified yoga instructor and breathwork facilitator who transitioned from a corporate finance career to full-time retreat facilitation in Costa Rica. Her work focuses on inner-child healing, somatic techniques and guiding participants from the head to the heart to create lasting transformation. She creates a safe, compassionate environment for deep emotional work.
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Source: bookretreats.com Krista Critchley
Teacher / Facilitator
Krista is a singer-songwriter and facilitator who guides healing through voice, creative expression and ceremonies. She focuses on opening heart and voice, reconnecting to the natural world, and supporting participants in discovering their purpose and expression. Her sessions emphasize music, connection and embodied listening.
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Source: bookretreats.com Ticon Storay
Teacher / Community Leader
Ticon is a leader committed to sustainable living and community-building who helps cultivate inclusive, regenerative spaces. As a steward at Finca La Paz (mentioned in bio) he emphasizes permaculture, holistic wellness and community cohesion, supporting retreats with practical and leadership expertise in creating safe, thriving environments.
Ceremony & Medicine Info
Type of Plant Medicine: Psilocybin (optional; Earth medicine ceremony mentioned on program)
Setting & Atmosphere: Ceremonies are hosted at the sanctuary in a guided, supported group setting with medicine music and sound-vibrational elements (sound bowls).
Opening Practices: Preparation includes grounding practices, breathwork, and intentions-setting workshops ahead of ceremony.
Facilitation Style: Trauma-informed, experiential facilitation with breathwork, sound healing and guided integration; facilitators emphasize safety and compassionate communication.
Participant Experience: Deep inner work, subconscious exploration in a guided ceremony (optional), followed by integration support and sharing circles.
Safety & Support: On-site facilitators provide guidance and integration; medical/safety protocols not fully specified on page (Needs confirmation).
Duration & Closure: Ceremony day(s) are multi-hour events followed by quiet integration time and subsequent integration sessions during the retreat.
Cultural/Spiritual Context: Ceremonies are framed as earth-medicine processes blending sound, breath, and guided facilitation; specific sourcing and lineage details are not provided (Needs confirmation).
Safety & Screening
Pre-Retreat Screening Includes: Guests receive pre-retreat tools and are provided intake resources; host offers pre-retreat detox packages and may provide intake guidance (discovery/intake process is implied but specific screening steps not fully detailed).
Contraindications: Specific medical contraindications for ceremonies are not listed on the page (Needs confirmation). Guests with complex medical or psychiatric conditions should consult the host and a medical professional prior to booking.
On-Site Safety & Emergency Support: Facilitators are trauma-informed and provide guided support; explicit details about on-site medical personnel are not listed (Needs confirmation).
Emergency Medical Support: Not explicitly detailed on the page; local medical access available in the region (Needs confirmation).
Schedule
Before the Retreat
Guests receive preparatory materials and tools to begin inner work before arrival. The host offers optional pre-retreat detox packages (listed $300–$500) for those who want a fuller physical reset. An airport shuttle from San José (SJO) is provided on arrival day (pickup at ~2pm).
- Pre-arrival materials / recommended reading & practices (provided by host)
- Optional pre-retreat detox package (contact host after booking)
- Arrival logistics: included shuttle from SJO (arrive by 2pm for included shuttle)
During the Retreat
Daily schedule blends morning movement/yoga, multiple daily meditation sessions, workshops, breathwork, sound healing, and group sharing circles. Optional ceremonies (including psilocybin) and somatic processes are included in certain programs. Meals are provided three times daily with snacks, and there’s structured free time for pool, hikes (waterfall), beach visits, and rest. 1:1 support and optional massage or integrative therapies are available (additional cost).
Example Schedule
Schedule Overview: A sample 8-day arc combining arrival, grounding practices, workshops, a medicine ceremony (optional), nature excursions, and integration/closure.
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
- Arrival shuttle from SJO (scheduled pickup ~2:00 pm)
- Check-in, welcome drink and orientation
- Evening group dinner and gentle grounding practice
Day 2: Grounding & Breathwork
- Morning movement and meditation
- Workshop: inner-child / shadow work
- Afternoon free time; group reflection in evening
Day 3: Nature Excursion
- Morning practice; hike to waterfall
- Sound healing and integration session in evening
Day 4: Ceremony Day (Optional)
- Preparation practices in morning
- Medicine/psilocybin ceremony (optional), guided by facilitators
- Overnight rest / quiet integration
Day 5: Integration
- Gentle movement; breathwork and sharing circles
- 1:1 integration support as needed
Day 6: Deep-Dive Workshops
- Workshops: communication, manifestation, relational tools
- Evening bonfire/ritual
Day 7: Reflection & Closure
- Final workshops and integration practices
- Closing circle and farewell dinner
Day 8: Departure
- Farewell breakfast and check-out
- Return shuttle to SJO (arranged)
After the Retreat: Post Integration
Post-retreat support is offered by the team, including follow-up resources and guidance to integrate insights. The retreat emphasizes tools for ongoing practice (meditation, breathwork, boundaries, compassionate communication). Guests are encouraged to maintain community connections and recommended practices; specific post-retreat integration calls / follow-ups are available (contact host for details).
The Fine Details
Inclusions & Amenities
Included in Price: Airport pickup (SJO arrival shuttle at scheduled time), 7 nights accommodation, daily movement & meditation classes, 3 daily meals, specialized workshops, group excursions/activities, transportation during the retreat, tea/coffee/water, pre- and post-retreat support, welcome drink, select free excursions.
Not Included in Price: Travel insurance, visa fees, optional additional activities or spa treatments, additional person supplements (if applicable) and any optional extras (massage, facials, extra treatments).
Policies
Booking & Deposit Policy: Deposit is US$499 (as listed); remaining balance due 30 days before retreat start. Payment accepted by Cash, Credit/Debit Card or Bank Transfer.
Cancellation Policy: Moderate policy as listed: 100% deposit refund if canceled 60+ days before start; 50% deposit refund 30–59 days before start; 0% refund 0–29 days before start. Remaining balance refundable up to 30 days before start if paid in advance; remaining balance non-refundable 0–29 days prior.
Health & Safety Policy: Guests should disclose relevant medical/psychological information during intake; specific screening and contraindication policies for medicine ceremonies are not fully stated on the page (Needs confirmation).
Review Summary
Customer Reviews
★★★★★ 4.76/5 | Total Reviews: 26
- “Transformative experience! I left feeling energized, with more clarity, rested and grateful.” — Kristen
- “My soul was reset and my thinking got a makeover.” — Deidra
- “If you feel it, book it! Cali’s loving energy is exactly what I was searching for.” — Bird
Summary from our sources says: Guests consistently praise the facilitators’ compassionate guidance, the deep transformational workshops (breathwork, inner-child/shadow work), nourishing vegetarian meals, and the intimate small-group setting that supports integration. Many report strong emotional shifts, meaningful connections with other participants, and helpful post-retreat support. (Needs confirmation)
– Summary of reviews
Pricing & Booking
Pricing & Booking
Soul Sync Sanctuary (Playa Hermosa)
Single-property retreat center offering multiple room types and shared programming.
| Room Name | Price | Duration / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Bed Shared Room | US$2,422 | 8 days / 7 nights; per person pricing; shared room. Book |
| Private Cabina | US$2,622 | 8 days / 7 nights; private cabina with private bath. Book |
| Queen Private Suite | US$2,822 | 8 days / 7 nights; private suite with AC and private bath. Book |
| King Private Suite (Private Access) | US$3,333 | 8 days / 7 nights; master king suite with private access from pool. Book |
FAQs
FAQs
General Experience
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Q: Are solo travelers safe / welcome?
A: Yes — solo travelers are explicitly welcomed and encouraged on this retreat.
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Q: Can you arrange an airport transfer? How far is it from the airport?
A: Yes — an included shuttle pickup from Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) is provided on arrival day (arrive by ~2pm for the shared shuttle). Return shuttles can be arranged for approx. US$100 per car (can be shared).
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Q: What is the average age range?
A: Varies widely; guests have ranged from their 20s through 80s — “age is a mentality” on the host page.
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Q: How many people will be on the retreat?
A: Typically a maximum of about 7 guests; up to 10 is possible on rare occasions.
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Q: Is the retreat dog-friendly?
A: No, dogs are not permitted.
Logistics & Setting
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Q: Where is the retreat located, and how do I get there?
A: The sanctuary is in Playa Hermosa near Jacó, Puntarenas Province. Fly to SJO (San José) — included shuttle from that airport on arrival day.
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Q: What is the accommodation like?
A: Multiple room types are available: shared queen rooms, private cabinas, private suites with AC and ensuite bathrooms as described on the accommodation section.
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Q: What type of food is provided?
A: Three healthy vegetarian meals daily (vegan available on request); special diets (gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-allergy accommodations) can be catered.
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Q: Is Wi‑Fi/phone service available?
A: Free Wi‑Fi is available on site.
Preparation & Packing
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Q: What should I bring?
A: Comfortable quick-dry clothing, hiking shoes or sandals with traction, swimwear, mosquito repellent, SPF sunscreen, insulated water bottle, and a light rain jacket or umbrella.
Payments & Policies
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Q: What is the cost and what’s included?
A: Prices start from US$2,422 (deposit US$499). Included: accommodation, meals (3/day), most programming, airport pickup on arrival, and group excursions. Optional extras (massages, additional activities) are not included.
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Q: What is your cancellation/refund policy?
A: Moderate policy: 100% refund on deposits 60+ days before start; 50% refund 30–59 days; 0% refund 0–29 days. Remaining balance due 30 days before start and refundable only up to that deadline.
Note: Payments are made directly to the retreat provider.
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