Unci Maka

Rainforest healing, plant medicine, personal growth.

Costa Rica Manzanillo de Limon paid

Unci Maka offers a profound journey into holistic healing, set within Costa Rica's vibrant Caribbean rainforest. This isn't just a retreat; it's a living medicinal garden where ancient plant wisdom is honored. Founder Julie Semarhi guides guests through sacred ceremonies in a dedicated healing temple, providing personalized 1-on-1 sessions focused on detoxification, emotional release, and trauma healing. The experience is deeply immersive, allowing visitors to connect with ancestral medicines amidst a rich ecosystem of healing plants. For those seeking an intimate and distinct path to well-being, Unci Maka blends natural remedies with spiritual practices in a truly wild and restorative setting, offering a opportunity for profound personal growth.

Highlights

Sacred ceremonies held in a dedicated healing temple
Personalized 1-on-1 sessions for deep healing
Surrounded by a vast medicinal garden of healing plants
Focus on ancestral and plant medicines
Integration day option in a private dome

Good for

plant medicine enthusiaststhose seeking emotional releasetrauma healingnature immersionholistic detoxification

Setting

Unci Maka is situated deep within the lush Caribbean rainforest of Costa Rica, creating an immersive natural environment. The atmosphere is one of profound connection to nature, with a rich variety of healing plants surrounding the dedicated healing temple. It's a place where the wild beauty of the jungle provides a serene and powerful backdrop for personal healing.

The practice

At Unci Maka, the practice centers around ancestral and plant medicines, guided by founder Julie Semarhi. Guests participate in sacred ceremonies within a dedicated healing temple, designed to facilitate detoxification, emotional release, and holistic trauma healing. The approach is deeply personal, often involving 1-on-1 sessions to support individual journeys.

A typical day

While the daily schedule can vary based on individual healing journeys, a typical experience includes sacred ceremonies with plant medicines. Integration days offer time for reflection, often with the option of private accommodation. Meals consist of fruits and nuts, supporting the detoxification process.

Accommodation

Upon arrival and on ceremony days, guests stay with their guide Julie within the temple of Unci Maka. For the integration day, there's an option for private accommodation in a dome with its own bathroom, located a short five-minute walk from the main center.

What to bring

Given the rainforest setting and focus on plant medicine, consider packing light, breathable clothing suitable for warm, humid weather. Essential items might include insect repellent, comfortable walking shoes, and perhaps a journal for reflection.

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How to get there

To reach Unci Maka, first take a shuttle from the airport to Puerto Viejo de Limon. Once in Puerto Viejo, you will need to arrange for a tuk-tuk to take you to Manzanillo de Limon, specifically to the Road Manzanillo Resort.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of food is served at Unci Maka?

Meals at Unci Maka consist of fruits and nuts, aligning with the holistic healing and detoxification focus of the retreat. The dietary options are vegan.

Can I have a private room during my stay?

On your arrival and ceremony day, you will stay with your guide Julie in the temple. On the second day, which is for integration, you have the option of a private accommodation in a dome with a private bathroom, located a short walk from Unci Maka.

What kind of healing sessions are offered?

Unci Maka offers 1-on-1 healing ceremonies and treatments specifically designed for detoxification, emotional release, and holistic trauma healing, utilizing ancestral and plant medicines.

Is Unci Maka suitable for beginners to plant medicine?

The center offers personalized 1-on-1 sessions and guided ceremonies, which can be beneficial for individuals new to plant medicine, as guidance is tailored to individual needs.

How do I get to Unci Maka from the airport?

From the airport, you can take a shuttle service to Puerto Viejo de Limon. From there, you will need to take a tuk-tuk to Manzanillo, specifically to the Road Manzanillo Resort where Unci Maka is located.