3-Day Trauma-Informed Huachuma (San Pedro) Retreat in Playa Grande, Costa Rica | January 9-11, 2026

We invite you to experience the new paradigm of plant medicine care at Ananda Lodge.

Limited to only 10 people, this retreat is unlike any other available. Experience safety, intimacy, and trauma-informed somatic care in this all-inclusive 3 day/2 night retreat hosted by Huachuma Medicine Carrier, Nikki Szeghalmi. Trained in Peru, Nikki has a depth of experience of working with the sacred medicine of Huachuma. Held in a stunning private location, this retreat offers luxury accommodations, private chef meals, and individualized care in the serene setting of Playa Grande, Costa Rica. 

Nikki grew up just outside Toronto, Canada and currently lives nestled amongst the Andes in the Sacred Valley of Peru. As a teacher dedicated to working with people with special needs and at-risk youth, she has devoted her life to being a support to others. 

Coming from a background of addiction and depression, she was called to Peru in 2018 to start working with her teachers Bernard Kashagen and Chase Moore for a deep dive into her healing. Wanting others to experience the grace of the medicine as she has, she offers a safe space of presence and love, weaving in various mind, body, and energetic practices. She is a balance of grit and softness, embodying permission for each guest to explore their unique experience with the medicine. 

With deep reverence for the magic that unfolds in ceremony and thereafter, she meets each individual where they’re at. She loves to play with life and you’ll often find her cracking jokes and laughing, seeking lightness and joy amidst the challenges of life.

Nikki approaches her work with humble reverence, always aiming to be compassionately attuned to each guest and how to support them to receive exactly what they need. Ceremonies with Nikki are always limited to a small number of participants to ensure personal, one-on-one time with each person.

At Ananda Lodge Costa Rica, nestled in the natural beauty of Playa Grande, we offer a sanctuary where trauma-informed care meets ancestral wisdom. Our carefully crafted accommodations provide comfort as you engage in transformative experiences guided by respected Indigenous facilitators. We honor sacred plant medicines and integrate somatic practices, creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports each individual’s unique healing journey, allowing for deep restoration of body, mind, and spirit.

Unveiling the Wisdom Within: A Unique Huachuma Experience

Are you ready to:
Peel back the layers of your being and discover your true essence?
Tap into ancient knowledge that resides in your very cells?
Embark on a profound journey of self-revelation in a nurturing environment?

This Sacred Exploration Is For You If:
You seek a safe haven where trauma-informed care meets ancestral plant wisdom
Your soul yearns for an authentic wellness experience that honors both the medicine and the healers
You understand the value of time – to process, integrate, and allow insights to root deeply within you
You’re drawn to intimate settings where personalized support cradles your journey
The idea of empowering education & guidance resonates with you
You’re prepared to meet yourself anew, embracing both shadow and light

WE’VE CRAFTED AN INTIMATE RETREAT THAT PUTS YOU AT THE CENTER OF THE TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE:

Intimate Setting: With only 10 participants, you’re guaranteed personalized attention and care.
Safety First: Our CARE team is expertly trained in somatic, trauma-informed plant medicine facilitation, creating a secure space for deep exploration.
Holistic Approach: We empower you with tools and resources before, during, and after the retreat, reconnecting you with your innate wellness intelligence.
Sacred Pause: In our fast-paced world, we offer you the rare gift of slowing down, reconnecting with nature and yourself.
Integral Medicine Carriers: Our experienced medicine carriers take the time to know you, tailoring their support to your unique needs.
Prepare with Purpose: Begin your journey before you even step foot on our grounds, setting the stage for profound experiences.
Awaken Your Body’s Wisdom: Discover the deep connection between your physical and spiritual self through our unique somatic practices.
Personalized Path Forward: Choose from 3 tiers of post-retreat programs tailored to integrate your insights into daily life.
Unlock Your Inner Healer: Reconnect with your body’s innate intelligence, empowering lasting positive changes.
Create Ripples of Change: Watch as your personal growth transforms not just you, but the world around you.

At Ananda Lodge, we’re not just offering a retreat – we’re inviting you into a new paradigm of plant medicine care. Here, your safety, growth, and transformation are our highest priorities.