Costa Rica Equine-Supported Healing & Medicine Wheel Wellness Retreat

This extraordinary private retreat offers a deeply personalized journey of transformation set against the stunning backdrop of Costa Rica's Southern Pacific mountains. At 2,500 feet elevation, overlooking the lush valley between Dominical and Uvita, you'll find a sanctuary designed to nurture your soul and guide you toward meaningful change.

The heart of this experience lies in equine-supported coaching—a powerful modality where horses serve as mirrors of your inner world. No riding experience is required; instead, you'll engage with these intuitive animals through groundwork and presence, allowing them to reflect your emotional truth without judgment. This unique approach helps you move beyond mental chatter to find clarity, calm, and authentic direction in your life.

Your journey follows the wisdom of the Medicine Wheel, exploring the four directions and their corresponding life themes: the East brings vision and new beginnings; the South awakens passion and vitality; the West facilitates release and transformation; and the North offers wisdom and integration. Each day is thoughtfully structured around these sacred teachings, creating a comprehensive framework for personal growth.

The retreat is fully customizable to meet your unique needs, whether you're navigating a life transition, processing grief, seeking relationship renewal, or preparing for end-of-life with grace and peace. Your facilitator, Deborah Draves Legg, brings a rare combination of credentials as a Registered Nurse, Certified Transformational Presence Coach, Advanced Eponaquest Instructor, and Death Doula.

Beyond the structured sessions, you'll have ample time for personal reflection, swimming in the crystal-clear river, walking to nearby waterfalls, and simply being present in this magical natural environment. The property borders a pristine blue river with cascading waterfalls, while the majestic Chirripó Mountain rises to the north, home to quetzals, bellbirds, and tapirs in its cloud forests.

This retreat embraces the Costa Rican philosophy of 'pura vida'—pure life—inviting you to slow down, listen deeply, and return to what truly matters. You'll leave not only with practical insights and actionable plans but with a profound sense of reconnection to yourself and the natural world.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation in private homestay suite - 3 daily home-cooked traditional Costa Rican meals - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Daily meditation classes - Equine-supported coaching sessions - Medicine Wheel specialized workshops - Course manual and materials - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Transportation during the retreat - Parking - WiFi connection - Personalized retreat customization - Access to river and waterfall areas - Pony's Girl Parables Book and Eponicity Coaching Cards (BookRetreats exclusive) - Post-Retreat Integration Support online retreat ($200 value)

What's not included

- International flight costs - Travel insurance (required) - Visa fees - Airport transfers (available for €345 per person return) - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Personal expenses - Alcoholic beverages - Gratuities