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Request a couponHad an amazing week with Matt & Jennae! Jeannie made us amazing meals... Fresh and nutritious.. And Matt really went all into his role as a shaman, leading us through our experiences... I was fortunate to be there with a great group of people which made it an extremely pleasant and eye-opening week... So worth it!!!
I was very impressed with what Matt and Jeanae have put together at New Life. Bring your camera! The property is incredible with hiking trails and lots to explore, the food is superb and left my belly happy the entire trip, and the ceremonies were very well organized and intimate. Matt's icaros are out of this world, and some of the songs from ceremony are still ringing in my head a week later The small group sizes were one of the things that drew me into New Life, and I wasn't disappointed. I had a great time getting to know the other people in my group and sharing our experiences. Everyone helped me interpret and understand my visions, including Matt, Jeanae, Andy (our amazing chef), and the wonderful souls I drank with in ceremony. The medicine is very potent, and being my first experience with Ayahuasca I'm glad I chose a place that was able to provide this with a feeling of safety and comfortability. The massage was wonderful and the day-trip to the waterfall was a perfect way to spend our day off between ceremonies. Matt and Jeanae are very genuine individuals that do their best to provide a safe and transformative journey for each of their guests. The retreat left me with a greater love and appreciation for myself. Now at home, I have a newfound motivation/inspiration to live a more productive life. If you feel a calling from the medicine, the 5-day retreat is a great affordable option for your first journey!
New Life Ayahausca is located a comfortable drive from San Jose Airport in a secluded farming area. The vistas and the property is absolutely stunning. I appreciated the comfortable surroundings of the facility, it exceeded any expectation I had. It was more like a 5 star resort. The facilitators, Matt and Jeanae, are wonderful souls;they exude a delightful kindness and compassion to all their guests. There is no doubt that they've been called by the spirit to provide healing to those that seek out Mother Aya. Matt sings icaros throughout ceremony and they are very powerful and healing. The food is incredibly good, freshly prepared with finest ingredients and always plentiful. I'll be back again when Madre calls and it would never cross my mind to go elsewhere. I highly recommend New Life Ayahuasca.
I write this review with the utmost amazement, gratitude, and love in my heart for Jennae, Matt, and their two helpers Jake and Andy. What you do for others, and for yourselves, has moved me to tears many times since meeting you at New Life Ayahuasca. I am eternally grateful to each of you for making my experience unforgettable. Like most first-timers, I was nervous yet excited to drink Ayahuasca. I had been battling severe anxiety and hypochondria for months, and I was no longer OK with having my day run by such viruses of the mind. I had done enough psychedelics in the past, as well as research, and felt as though I experienced a gravitational pull to Ayahuasca during the several months leading up to my arrival at New Life. By my side for this adventure, like many other adventures, was my (now fiance who I proposed to at the retreat) Kat. I felt ready. We all later joked about how fairly easy it was to spot the others in the group at the airport based on clothing, mannerisms, and reading material. Once we met, the conversation flowed. I think we were all surprised with how open and transparent everyone was about why they had chosen to travel to Costa Rica to drink the mother’s milk. I couldn’t have been happier with the character, humor, sincerity, intelligence, and introspectiveness that prevailed throughout the group. When we all arrived at the actual property, we were all completely awestruck. Jennae and Matt gave us a tour around the house that sits atop a hill overlooking the mountains and ocean. It was absolutely stunning. Everything about the house was comfortable. The actual ceremony was beautiful, and the amount of care, attention to detail, passion, and love that went into it was incredible. We couldn’t say enough about Matt, the leader (or chaman) of the ceremony. He puts his heart and soul into each session, and how exhausted and spent he appeared each night was a testament to that effort. His singing was other-worldly, his guitar-playing inspirational, and his presence was very comforting. Throughout the week, we ate like royalty. The food, compliments of Andy, was gangbusters! Absolutely top-notch! Kat and I stuck strictly to the diet (la dieta) for 10 days prior to our trip, and didn’t cook nearly as well as Andy did for us. It made the experience even more enjoyable. We had access to the humungous pool, a yoga gym, a wealth of reading material, the most entertaining cats, WIFI, and plenty of land to traverse and explore. They even took us to a gorgeous beach the day after our first ceremony. Kambo (the poison from a tree frog) was another experience that was offered to us. It is a very intense yet rewarding ceremony during which Jennae administers a small amount of the neurotoxin to your left arm. A few seconds later and the effects begin. It is a challenging experience but highly worth it, as it is common to feel a higher level of mental clarity, less inflammation, and happier overall. During the kambo ceremony, Jennae is very informative, caring, and as calming as she is during the Ayahuasca ceremony. Overall, my experience was 10 / 10. Jennae and Matt run a very professional and comfortable retreat that I would recommend to anyone. Drinking Ayahuasca can be hard work, and for me, having Jennae, Jake, and Andy as caretakers (for when you can’t find your bucket in the dark haha), and Matt, who was like a real-life Gandalf guiding us through the spirit world, made this experience unforgettable. This life we live is an adventure, and drinking Ayahuasca at New Life just amplified it for me. If I was to drink Ayahuasca again, I wouldn’t think twice about returning to New Life.
The absolutely perfect Ayahausca retreat, whether you are a first timer or have solid prior experience with the medicine/ceremonies. Matt & Jeanae are two beautiful souls who truly create a safe heaven for anyone looking for spiritual healing, they are there to help and guide guests in the warmest way possible. The facilities are gorgeous with privacy when you need it and the ability to totally wind down and focus on yourself. we are definitely coming back! Thank you to everyone during our stay we met who made our journey very special.
Where do I start, I had such a wonderful time at New Life Ayahuasca.. Matt, Jeanae, Andy & Jake are such wonderful people. Each are so unique but yet they all compliment each other and create this beautiful calming environment. THE FOOD was out of this world...the fact they don't use salt yet it was so tasty..wow! I love salt so I was so impressed. The ceremonies were so amazing too.. Matt is like part human part super human ha! Thank you so much guys ..I will never forget this time in my life.
New Life Ayahuasca is so amazing, I went there twice. I went alone 9 months ago and about 6 months ago I returned with three friends. Even to this very moment all I can say is WOW! Ayahuasca has stayed with me and has continued to teach me every day. To me, Ayahuasca ceremonies are a celebration of the union of humans and mother earth. One who's strength is determined only by your ability to submit to the universe and accept the guidance of this spirit. With practice you will find that you can also guide the spirit. It is this symbiotic relationship that makes Ayahuasca so special and effective at teaching us how to become better humans and how to take better care of each-other. Obviously, everyone's experience is unique, once you participate you will find out what Ayahuasca means to you. As you've probably discovered while researching the medicine, it is recommend that your first encounter with this nurturing and powerful creature needs to be done in a special place, with the right guidance. New Life Ayahuasca has both. The energy at the center is incredible. Ayahuasca was meant to be experienced here with these people. Matt and Jeanae are incredible people, their service is heartfelt and true. Witnessing their compassion and dedication to guiding others as you begin your relationship with Ayahuasca is truly inspiring. On top of that, the food and amenities are spot on. You stay in a private room with your own bathroom. Being in a safe and comfortable space was what allowed me to have such a deep experience. Since I am used to an urban environment, I don't think being immersed in the Peruvian jungle to drink Ayahuasca for the first time would have lead to such a strong experience. 5 Stars!!
Upon arriving, I was struck by the natural beauty of the grounds, the cleanliness of the facilities, and the wonderful way everything was organized, all of which goes to creating a safe and loving environment. Small groups and an unhurried pace led to a very rewarding experience where there is plenty of time to relate to the other guests (half the fun!) and to have 'alone time' so you can contemplate and integrate new discoveries. Jeanae, Matt, and the rest of the staff do everything in their power to ensure a deeply positive and moving experience. The rest is up to you!
Where do I start ? What an amazing experience, would have never thought I could find such peace in my heart as I did at New Life. Matt and Jeanae are the best of host and combined with the perfect location make for an amazing visit. My visions of peace and happiness will live in my heart and soul for the rest of my life. I urge you find yourself by finding New Life Ayauasca
After spending a week with Matt and Jeanae at new life ayahuasca, I can not imagine a better or more comfortable place to partake in a ceremony. Everything was perfect from the house and grounds itself to the food and ceremonies. One could not be in better hands, then at new life ayahuasca.
Hello!! I had the most amazing week with Matt and Jeanae and our group in early March 2017! I'm still buzzing from the incredible healing my body, mind, and soul experienced at New Life. First off, the facilities are 5 star... beautiful, huge resort with private rooms + bathrooms, many lounging areas all surrounded by the beauty of Costa Rica's mountains and wild life! All is included in this magical week. The comfort of their space really supports the healing and transformation Spirit Ayahuasca moves you through. You also will experience the sacred ceremonies that are so important to the Ayahuasca journey. I am so glad I gifted myself this week, and experienced the healing powers of this sacred medicine. Every single night was a different trip, and every person's experience was uniquely their own...Ayahuasca will show you what needs purging in your life and the beauty of our incarnation and creation!! If you are called to this website, and called to the medicine, you will be supported and safe with Matt and Jeanae's healing energies! They are very experienced and fun, grounded people! I'm excited for you to be here one day!!!!! Infinite gratitude to Matt, Jeanae, Randy! And Fernando (amazing massage!!) Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I really hope Spirit brings me back here one day. I will suggest this retreat to all that are open to Ayahuasca!!! xxxoo
I am so glad that I went to New Life Ayahuasca. I enjoyed the intimacy of a small group. My room was beautiful, comfortable and had amazing views of the mountains and bay, as well as stars at night! The food was wonderful. The best was the healing that has transpired from the plant medicine and Matt's shamanic abilities. I am grateful.
This is definitely the retreat you want to go if ayahuasca is an experience you want to have. Matt and Jeanae are two wonderful souls and are very knowledgeable on the medicine. They look after you during the retreat and make sure your experience is as smooth as possibly. They are very trustworthy and know how to guide you through the experience. Matt and Jeanae have a very calm yet strong presence about themselves. They made me feel safe during both ceremonies I participated in. Ayahuasca is something you have to be prepared for, it is a profound experience deep into your soul. You have to welcome any realizations that come your way. Both my experiences were very enlightening and have opened my mind and eyes. The foundation of my second book came through my first experience, the second experience helped me quit the problem I had. I will definitely be going back. There is no other retreat I would rather go to. I have instilled my trust in Matt and Jeanae, and I will always be thankful for having them help me change my life in the most profound way I could ever have imagined. Thank you Matt and Jeanae
I would like to thank Janae and Matt for the delightful stay the accommodations meals and overall experience was way above and beyond what I expected I also thoroughly enjoyed the yoga classes the day trip to Monkey Beach and the wonderful people I met there
I can't say enough great things about my time at New Life! The house, food, views, and staff were all amazing. I did a lot of research before choosing the right place for me. I picked New Life because it seemed very relaxing, professional, and safe. And it was! The ayahuasca itself was definitely an eye-opening and healing experience. I believe you have to be ready for it and open to what may come from it. My first ceremony was incredible! I felt comforted, safe, relaxed and had the most amazing peaceful feeling following it. My second ceremony was not as great. I'm not sure why it was so different, but if I could go back I would've only done it once! In my opinion and experience only! Trust your gut. I also tried Kambo, because why not?! I was already pushing my mind and body and felt I should take advantage of every experience. Overall, it was a great experience. I healed so much, I learned so much. I would most definitely go back (maybe in a year!) and would recommend to anyone who has gone through something and needs to heal and let go!
If your thinking of doing ayahuasca then finding a safe and psychologically containing environment to take it in is essential. You also need to do it with someone who respects and understands the medicine. Matt and Jeanae provide exactly this. 100%. They couldn't have done more and the food,location and the house are all truly fantastic. Ayahuasca is certainly no pony ride but if you're diving in then I doubt you'll find a better place then here to do it.
Ayahuasca is an amazing but intense process. If you are going to have a positive experience you need to enter ceremony comfortable and well prepared I can't imagine any place better for that. The retreat is divine, the food excellent, and having a private room with your own bathroom is essential. They have clearly nailed every detail. Everyone who attended with me agreed, we can't imagine doing it elsewhere. And most of us plan on repeat visits. I can't thank Matt and Jaene enough. They are great people, and great healers.
10 Stars alla way! I moved to Costa Rica for the year of 2015 to basically get closer to myself thru Iboga. I ended up doing volunteer Reiki at a different center in CR, doing Iboga and thoroughly accoplishing what I had set out to do. As I had never taken Ayahuasca I was determined to try it before leaving CR for Thailand. So, Ok, I guess I hadn't "fully" accomplished what I thought I had. I learned that during my experience at New Life. I chose New Life based on the fact that it was Matthews Vice program that introduced me to Iboga. Enough about me. These guys , Matt and Jeanae, are 100% there for you, the traveler , and truly tirelessly provide the total experience in the mellow, glowing, easy going, friendly environment they create at their beautiful facility. Oh, pardon me.... Am I gushing? They deserve it. The whole experience....the medicine, Icaros, the .food on and on. I will be doing more Ayahuasca and it will be at New Life. Thanks you guys, if you're reading this.... Don't change a thing. Craig Karle
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