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About Atman Retreats
Retreat Overview
Atman Retreats runs week-long plant-medicine programs at HOLOS in Diamante Valley, Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica. Programs are led by a small team of guides and include on-site accommodation, communal meals, and dedicated ceremony spaces (shala). (Needs confirmation)
- 👤 Founder(s) / CEO: (Needs confirmation)
- 🏢 Host / Organization: Atman Retreats
- 📍 Location: HOLOS, Diamante Valley, Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica
- 🗣️ Language Spoken: (Needs confirmation)
- 👥 Number of Guests / Facilitators: 4 guides listed; guest capacity (Needs confirmation)
- 📅 Number of Days / Sessions: 7 days (typical program listing)
- 💵 Price Range: From $4,995 to $10,000 (per 7 days)
- 💊 Medicine Type: Plant medicine (programs listed under “Plant Medicine”)
- 💙 Specializing In: Plant medicine retreats (program names include “Awaken” and “Leadership & Legacy”)
- 🌿 How Medicine is Sourced: (Needs confirmation)
- 🩺 Medical Emergency Plan (If no doctor on site): (Needs confirmation)
- 🔗 Booking Link / Website: Book
Retreat Highlights
- Glamping Accommodation – Spacious luxury glamping tents are listed as the primary sleeping options on site.
- Scenic Dining – Dining area overlooks scenic mountains and is highlighted in venue imagery.
- Bamboo Shalas – Multiple bamboo shalas nestled in the jungle are noted as ceremony/retreat spaces.
- Cold Plunge & Bathrooms – Full bathroom facilities and a cold plunge are mentioned as on-site features.
- Farm-to-Table Meals – Meals are described as fresh, locally sourced and nutrient-dense.
- Experienced Team – A team of four named guides are listed on the center page.
About This Retreat
About This Retreat
Atman Retreats offers week-long plant-medicine programs combining guided ceremony, group integration, and supportive accommodation. Retreats take place at HOLOS in the Diamante Valley and use dedicated bamboo shalas and communal spaces for practice and integration. Meals are described as farm-to-table and the site highlights amenities such as full bathrooms and a cold plunge.
The structure appears to blend ceremonial sessions with workshops, communal meals, and time for rest and integration, led by a small team of guides. Specific lineage, medicine sourcing, and exact ceremony counts are not detailed on the page. (Needs confirmation)
Accommodations
Travel & Arrival Details
📍 Venue / Exact Address: HOLOS, Diamante Valley, Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica
✈️ Getting Here:
- Fly into either San José (SJO) or Quepos (domestic). Quepos flights use small domestic aircraft.
- The host states they can assist booking further transportation, including private chartered plane or helicopter directly to HOLOS.
- For exact directions and transfers, guests are advised to contact the host prior to travel.
🧳 Travel Tips:
- Pack for warm, jungle climate and swimming (towels, sunscreen, insect repellent).
- Plan transfers in advance; the center can assist with transport bookings.
- Bring necessary travel documents and any medications; local SIM/phone options may be useful for coordination.
Accommodation Options
Name: Spacious luxury glamping tents (HOLOS)
Price: (Package prices shown per program; no venue-level prices published) (Needs confirmation)
Details: Glamping tents with full bathroom facilities; site includes bamboo shalas, dining area with mountain views, and a cold plunge.
Inclusions: Accommodation and meals appear to be part of program packages listed, but exact inclusions per package should be confirmed on the event booking page.
Notes: Multiple program dates are hosted at the same property; room-level differentiation is not listed on the center page.
- 📶 Free Wifi
- ❄️ A/C in Rooms
- 🛁 Towels
- 🍳 Kitchen
- ☕ Coffee/Tea
- 🍽️ Restaurant
- 🧹 Housekeeping
- 🅿️ Free Parking
- 🏊 Pool
- 🧖 Spa
- 🧘 Yoga Studio
Venue & Amenities
- 📶 Free Wifi
- ❄️ A/C in Rooms
- 🛁 Towels
- ☕ Coffee/Tea
- 🍳 Kitchen
- 🍽️ Restaurant
- 🧹 Housekeeping
- 🅿️ Free Parking
- 🏊 Pool
- 🧖 Spa
- 🔥 Sauna
- 🧘 Yoga Studio
Venue Description: Spacious glamping tents, dining area overlooking scenic mountains, bamboo shalas nestled in the jungle, full bathroom facilities and a cold plunge. The site is presented as a jungle-located retreat property with dedicated ceremony spaces.
Meals
Farm-to-table meals including fresh, locally-sourced and nutrient-dense ingredients. Menus appear adaptable to dietary preferences such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free. (Needs confirmation for daily meal schedule)
Ceremony
Practitioner Profiles
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Source: retreat.guru/centers/5826-1/atman-retreats Dr. Jesse Hanson
Guide
(Needs confirmation) — No biography text is provided on the center page; contact host or the individual profile for a full bio.
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Source: retreat.guru/centers/5826-1/atman-retreats Megan Hanson
Guide
(Needs confirmation) — No biography text is provided on the center page; see the teacher profile for details.
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Source: retreat.guru/centers/5826-1/atman-retreats Ross McKenzie
Guide
(Needs confirmation) — No biography text is provided on the center page; see the teacher profile for details.
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Source: retreat.guru/centers/5826-1/atman-retreats Blanca Margarita
Guide
(Needs confirmation) — No biography text is present on the center page; consult the individual teacher profile for full biography.
Ceremony & Medicine Info
Type of Plant Medicine: Plant medicine (listed under Plant Medicine category). Specific medicines (e.g., ayahuasca) are not explicitly named on the center summary (Needs confirmation).
Setting & Atmosphere: Ceremonies take place in bamboo shalas nestled in the jungle at HOLOS with glamping accommodation nearby; setting described as scenic and nature-immersed.
Opening Practices: Preparatory meetings and orientation are implied but not explicitly detailed on the page (Needs confirmation).
Facilitation Style: Led by a team of guides (4 guides listed); facilitation appears to be team-based with group sessions and integration support (exact style not specified).
Participant Experience: Programs are week-long and combine ceremony, rest, and integration; specific participant instructions or expectations are not listed on the center summary (Needs confirmation).
Safety & Support: Staff/guides are present on site; the page indicates the host is responsive for questions. Specific medical staff presence is not stated (Needs confirmation).
Duration & Closure: Ceremony days occur within 7-day programs; exact ceremony length and closure routines are not provided on the page (Needs confirmation).
Cultural/Spiritual Context: The page does not detail specific lineage or traditional custodianship for the medicine (Needs confirmation).
Safety & Screening
Pre-Retreat Screening Includes: The public center page does not list explicit screening protocols; guests are invited to contact the host. (Needs confirmation)
Contraindications: Specific contraindications are not published on the center listing. General medical contraindications typical for plant-medicine retreats (SSRIs/MAOIs/benzodiazepines, bipolar I, schizophrenia, pregnancy, serious cardiac/neurological conditions) should be presumed and confirmed with the host. (Needs confirmation)
On-Site Safety & Emergency Support: Trained guides are listed; details on on-site medical professionals or emergency protocols are not provided on the page. (Needs confirmation)
Emergency Medical Support: Availability of doctors/paramedics is not specified; contact host for exact emergency plan.
Schedule
Before the Retreat
Guests are encouraged to contact the host for questions via the site contact flow; the center states they can assist with travel and additional transport bookings (private charter or helicopter) and that there are two primary airports to fly into (San José and Quepos). Specific pre-retreat screening, intake forms, or preparatory calls are not published on the page (Needs confirmation).
During the Retreat
Programs run on-site at HOLOS and typically include guided plant-medicine sessions in dedicated bamboo shalas, group workshops, communal farm-to-table meals, and access to amenities such as full bathrooms and a cold plunge. The team lists four guides who provide facilitation and guest support; additional 1:1 support and the exact daily structure are not fully detailed on the page. (Needs confirmation)
Example Schedule
Schedule Overview: Typical 7-day program with arrival, ceremony days, rest/integration and departure; explicit day-by-day schedule is not provided on the page (Needs confirmation).
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
- Arrival and check-in; orientation and welcome circle
- Light evening meal and preparatory meeting
Day 2: Ceremony Day
- Morning preparation practices; ceremony in the shala
- Afternoon rest and integration
After the Retreat: Post Integration
On-page content does not list a formal integration program or post-retreat coaching. It is likely that follow-up/integration support is available through the host or guides, but specifics are not provided on the public listing. (Needs confirmation)
The Fine Details
Inclusions & Amenities
Included in Price: The center page shows program prices but does not list a definitive inclusions list. Event pages generally indicate price includes accommodation, meals, ceremony facilitation and program activities—please confirm on each event booking page. (Needs confirmation)
Not Included in Price: Transport to/from main airports and optional private transfers (charters/helicopter) may be additional; check the event booking details or contact the host.
Policies
Booking & Deposit Policy: Specific booking, deposit, and payment terms are not listed on the center summary and should be confirmed on the event booking page or by contacting the host.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation/refund terms are not displayed on the center page; refer to the specific event booking or contact the host for policies.
Health & Safety Policy: The page does not publish a detailed health & safety policy; guests should request this information prior to booking. (Needs confirmation)
Review Summary
Customer Reviews
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Summary from our sources says:
There are no published customer reviews on the center page. Themes cannot be confidently summarized from on-page reviews. (N/A) (Needs confirmation)
– Summary of testimonials
Pricing & Booking
FAQs
FAQs
Logistics & Setting
Q: Where is the retreat located, and how do I get there?
A: Atman Retreats is at HOLOS in Diamante Valley, Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica. You can fly into San José or Quepos (Quepos flights are small domestic planes). The host offers assistance booking further transportation (private charters/helicopter) if needed.
Q: What is the accommodation like?
A: Accommodation is described as spacious luxury glamping tents with full bathroom facilities; there are dining areas and bamboo shalas on site.
Q: What type of food is provided?
A: Farm-to-table meals using fresh, locally-sourced, nutrient-dense ingredients. Menu types listed include vegan, vegetarian, pescetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options.
Q: Is Wi-Fi/phone service available?
A: Yes — free Wi‑Fi is listed among amenities on the center page.
Facilitation & Team
Q: Who leads the ceremonies, and what is their lineage/qualification?
A: Ceremonies and programs are led by the center’s team of guides. Named guides on the center page include Dr. Jesse Hanson, Megan Hanson, Ross McKenzie and Blanca Margarita. Specific lineage/qualifications are not listed on the center summary (Needs confirmation).
Q: Will there be support staff?
A: The listing indicates a team of guides on site; additional support-staff details are not provided and should be confirmed with the host.
Preparation & Packing
Q: What should I bring?
A: Pack for warm/jungle conditions and for swimming (towels, sunscreen, insect repellent). Confirm any additional item lists with the host before travel.
Payments & Policies
Q: What is the cost and what’s included?
A: Program prices are shown on the event listings (examples: From $4,995 to $10,000 for 7-day programs). For precise inclusions (meals, accommodation, ceremonies, transfers), consult the specific event booking page or contact the host.
Note: Payments are made directly to the retreat provider.
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