Spaces

We can sleep up to 29 people at Yacumama in a variety of accommodations. We have additional spaces in the Eco Village side of the land as well as some spaces for staff & volunteers that may be available increasing capacity to 35 people. Our neighbors within walking distance can sleep 25 for larger groups needing offsite accommodation.

We create and host experiences that allow us to restore our innate wholeness and remember the truth of who we are.

Our prayer is that everyone who comes to Yacumama will feel a deeper connection to nature, ourselves, each other and be inspired to step into greater service to all life.

We’ve been facilitating immersions around the world for many years and have done our best to create a space to support you in creating a powerful immersion.

The Land

Yacumama is made up of 100 acres of beautiful land located 1000 feet above sea level on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Almost half of the property is lush forest full of incredible biodiversity, and the other half is home to our retreat center and ecovillage. The land is blessed with vast ocean vistas and abundant spring water that feeds a creek on the west, flowing parallel to a river with cascades & pools on the east

River

The abundant Rio Tortuguita (Little Turtle River) is what provides Yacumama with its crystalline waters and incredible fertility. The river is accessible from the back of the land, and provides little waterfalls, swimming pools and a peaceful refuge to connect deeply with mama agua.

Creek

In addition to the large Rio Tortuguita, there is also a smaller and easily accessible creek that passes by the large Grandmother Ceiba towards the front of the land. This is a perfect spot for a meditation, a clay spa, or simply enjoying the sounds of all the wildlife that commune around the water.

Grandmother Tree

The Grandmother Tree is the guardian and spirit guide of the property. She is a huge Ceiba that has been overlooking the Pacific coast for hundreds of years, way before our time. The ceiba tree is considered a bridge between the living world and the spirit world, and is the perfect place to connect with your prayers and make offerings and blessings.

Sacred Fireplace

The sacred fireplace is located at the crown of the land, with sweeping views across the forest and ocean, sweet winds and breathtaking sunsets. This sacred space has been used in many gatherings with teachers from different traditions and lineages that commune around a sacred fire, and is an energetic portal for connecting with land and spirit.

Shala

The shala is the heart and soul of the land, a 12m x 12m space with a wooden floor and beautiful temple-inspired roof overlooking a forest and creek. Part of the space is used for dining and the rest is used as the shala for gathering, sessions and movement.

Ceremonial Maloca

Our ceremonial maloca is a 30-foot yurt that sits at the crown of the property, creating a safe nest for sacred gatherings. The space is equipped with cushions and mattresses for up to 25 people in a circle, and has a bathroom area just outside with compost toilets, sinks and a shower.

Tortuga Templo

This beautiful temple set into the hillside is a multi-purpose space with a wooden floor and expansive glass windows that provide sweeping ocean, mountain & forest views. Equipped with a sound system, pillows and yoga mats, the Tortuga Templo is perfect for yoga, dance and gathering.

Ranchitos

Our ranchitos or Balinese Bale (pronounced Bah-lay) are beautiful natural structures that are an essential element of Balinese community life. At Yacumama these are the perfect place to meditate, have deep conversation, make art, pray or rest. You will find them dotted all across the land in beautiful locations.

Temazcal

A temazcal is a traditional Mesoamerican sweat lodge, and a place for deep physical and spiritual purification. Our site for this is close to the creek, nestled at the base of the Jungle Cabins. Yacumama offers this ceremony of rebirth and renewal for private groups or as part of retreats or gatherings.

Industrial Kitchen

This fully equipped industrial size kitchen is where the magic happens during retreats! All meals for our immersions and retreats are prepared here, and it is connected to the Shala for smooth food service and an easeful dining experience for small and large groups alike.

Farm to Table Community Kitchen, Dining & Lounge

This large community kitchen, dining area and cafe shares space with the tree nursery and plant beds for an immersive farm-to-table experience. Fully equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge area, hammocks and two large dining tables provide plenty of space for enjoying meals, workshops and creative gatherings.

Balinese Wooden Cabin 1 (B1)

Our cozy Balinese cabins are made entirely of wood with exquisite carvings, each with its own ensuite bathroom and private outdoor hot water shower overlooking the forest and close to the creek. They have the option of two single beds or one king size bed.

Balinese Wooden Cabin 2 (B2)

This spacious Balinese has beautiful large glass windows and doors, with wooden walls with exquisite carvings. It has its own ensuite bathroom and private outdoor hot water shower overlooking the forest and close to the creek, and has the option of two single beds or one king size bed.

Balinese Luxe Ocean View Casita (B3)

This spacious Balinese casita has a beautiful master bedroom with expansive sliding doors that open out onto a large wooden deck. The bedroom can have two twin beds or a king size bed, as well as an additional couch with a twin-size mattress for a triple option. The casita has an ensuite sink, two composting toilets and an ocean view bathtub/shower. There is a fully equipped kitchen, and a dressing/storage room. The exquisite location of this accommodation provides expansive ocean and mountain views.

Jungle Wood Cabins 1-3 (C1-C3)

Beautiful wooden cabins nestled into the hillside with the option of 2 twin beds or 1 king size bed. They have wooden floors and sliding glass doors that open to a small private deck. All have forest views, and some have ocean views. Each unit has an en suite sink personal composting toilet, as well as access to a large shared bathroom with showers and additional sinks and composting toilets.

Jungle Wood Cabin 4 (C4)

Hexagomes 1-4 (H1-H4)

Our 6-meter Hexagomes provide a luxury jungle experience, with breathtaking views over the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. These cozy, spacious tents have unique Balinese carved doors, high ceilings and wooden floors, with a long table in front of the big screened windows for the perfect place to enjoy the morning views over the land and sea. There are three shared shower options including an amazing outdoor ocean view shower. Each hexagome has its own en suite bathroom with a sink and composting toilet.

Tortuga Room (T1)

A beautiful room located just below our Tortuga Temple with ocean, mountain and forest views. The space can be closed for running AC, and has a small desk in front of the window for journaling and envisioning. There is a full en suite bathroom with shower, composting toilet and sink, and a small fridge for storing food.

Tortuga Casita (T2)

A beautiful casita close to the Tortuga Temple with a terrace lounge area overlooking expansive ocean, mountain and forest views. The casita has a full en suite bathroom with sink, composting toilet and bathtub overlooking the ocean. The bedroom has one queen size bed, a desk for journaling and a small kitchenette.

Glamping Tents (S's & L's)

Our glamping tents are cozy and comfortable with a single bed, bedside table and clothes rail. They are close to our beautiful shared glamping village bathroom that is equipped with two showers, two composting toilets and filtered water.

Communal Bathrooms

We have two communal bathrooms on the land that can be used by guests staying in our Jungle Cabins or in the Hexagome Village. They each have additional shower and compost toilet facilities, with filtered water. One is located under the Tortuga Templo, and the other is at the bottom of the Glamping Village.