If you're craving space to breathe, reset, and remember who you are beyond the noise, and you're ready to listen deeply to what arises inside, then join us for this five-day soulful retreat in nature, where movement, ritual, and deep presence will gently guide you back to your essence!
As you step into the lush green heart of the Colombian mountains, the air feels pure on your skin, alive with birdsong and the murmur of flowing rivers. You notice how your shoulders begin to drop without effort, how your breath lengthens. It is as if the land itself has been holding its arms open for you.
You are welcomed not just with words, but with presence… honest, grounded, warm. You feel it in the way eyes meet yours, in the unhurried rhythm of each moment. Everything here invites you to slow down, to arrive, to be deeply present.
You're held in a retreat space crafted from natural materials and sacred intention by the very people who will walk beside you in the days to come. Woven textures and clean wood scents invite softness. You slip barefoot; a whisper of fine dust grounding your soles. You listen to the land. And slowly, gently, the tempo of your heart evens out and you begin to remember your own rhythm.
As the days unfold, time loses its grip and something within you begins to shift. What once felt distant inside you begins to stir and rise — not because you pushed harder, but because, for once, you stopped running. You feel a sense of belonging, as if you've returned to a kind of family — held, supported, seen.
You immerse yourself in practices that bring you back to your body and your truth, as a way to root deeper into what matters.
This isn't just a getaway. It's a homecoming. A reconnection with the clarity and aliveness that's always been inside you. You feel not only rested, but changed — more yourself than you've felt in years.
Welcome! The sacred nature has called you to transformational Colombia!
By the end of this retreat…
You will feel rooted, spacious, and alive, deeply connected to yourself, to nature, and to the quiet wisdom within you.
Through gentle embodied practices, grounding rituals, and the healing presence of wild landscapes, you've given your nervous system the reset it's been craving. Instead of pouring from an empty cup, you feel replenished, steady, and clear.
In the safety of community, with space to move, breathe, and simply be, you've remembered the freedom that comes from honoring your own rhythm without guilt. You walk barefoot on the earth, you dance without needing to perform, you express without needing to explain.
Guided by creative movement, ancestral wisdom circles, meditative hikes, and intuitive practices, you've let go of the pressure to keep up, and begun to live from presence instead.
Immersed in the element of water—whether through wild rivers, refreshing natural pools, or cleansing rituals—you've released what no longer serves you and reawakened your vitality.
And since you know now that true connection begins with you, you've learned to honor your needs while opening to others with authenticity. You feel seen, held, and understood—not only by the group, but by yourself.
Yes! It's time to return to a life guided by intuition, creativity, and intention.
This journey will ripple far beyond the retreat, transforming how you show up in your work, your relationships, and your daily life—reminding you of what truly matters.
A Journey from Disconnection to Embodied Presence
Slowing down. Arriving fully. Landing into presence.
You arrive at Fuente Alegre and step into another rhythm. One that speaks in birdsong, firewood crackles, and your own breath. You walk the forest path toward the retreat center, leaving behind noise, pressure, and timelines. You begin to slow down. To feel your feet. To soften your pace.
This day is about landing—not just physically, but emotionally and energetically. It invites you to step out of overgiving, busyness, and overwhelm, and into a different relationship with time, space, and self. It's your invitation to be held, to feel safe, and to begin again.
You are not here to perform. You are here to return—to the earth, to the body, to the deeper knowing that you're allowed to rest.
Reawakening the senses. Listening inward. Making space for emotion.
Today we enter the forest not with our minds, but with our bodies. We walk barefoot, breathe with the trees, and move with what's alive in us. The focus shifts inward. What have I not been feeling? What emotions have been buried beneath the doing?
This day offers deep permission. Permission to feel—grief, longing, beauty, joy. To sense again. To allow your body to speak in movement and breath, without needing to explain.
This is the medicine for disconnection and depletion: to feel, fully and honestly, without judgment. Nature holds you without agenda. And you begin to hold yourself that way too.
Reconnecting to your essence. Listening to the inner voice. Calling your truth back.
Today is the day you remember what got buried under the shoulds and the noise. Through meditation, ancestral practices, journaling and movement, you recover pieces of yourself that went quiet over time.
You remember that your intuition is alive. That your body carries wisdom. That you once knew how to listen—and you still do.
This is the antidote to feeling lost or invisible: a day of soul memory. The river reflects your wholeness. The fire invites your voice back. And something sacred inside begins to stir—recognizable, ancient, and yours.
Clarifying what matters. Choosing your power. Returning to your truth.
Now that you remember, what will you do with that knowing?
This day is about choice. Through ritual, guided reflection, and embodied practices, you are invited to release what's no longer yours—stories, roles, inner noise. You speak your truth in circle. You're witnessed, celebrated, and met in your strength.
This is your turning point—the moment where clarity replaces confusion. Where boundaries become sacred acts of self-honoring. You're not just reconnecting with your soul's calling—you're claiming it.
You've been waiting for permission. But it was always yours to give.
Integration. Celebration. Becoming who you already are.
We close the retreat not with a goodbye, but with a return. Today is about integrating—not just what happened here, but what you're choosing moving forward.
Through creative expression, movement, sharing, and ritual, you give form to what has shifted. You embody your rhythm. You take your place in the circle. You express yourself—not to impress, but to honor your aliveness.
This is the day you realize: the sacred isn't elsewhere. It's here. In your breath, in your choices, in your path. You don't need to become someone else. You're simply letting yourself be more you.
🌿 Your sanctuary for this retreat
Welcome to Fuente Alegre, a sanctuary where nature holds you, and simplicity becomes a path to depth.
Nestled in the emerald mountains of Cocorná, a region known for its waterfalls, rivers, and unspoiled beauty just two hours from Medellín, Fuente Alegre (meaning "The Source of Joy" in Spanish) is where our journey unfolds. To reach it, you'll walk 7–10 minutes along a scenic trail, a gentle and symbolic transition from the outside world into a sacred space.
Fuente Alegre is a family-led project, lovingly created and hand-built with natural materials by your retreat facilitators, Lara and Diego. What began as a personal dream grew into a larger vision: to live in harmony with nature, raise their children in connection to the Earth, and offer a space for others to remember what truly matters.
The heart of the retreat is our open-air ceremonial and movement platform, an 80m² space with panoramic views of the mountains where you'll sit around the fire, breathe in movement, and connect with presence. Just a few steps away, the river calls. You may find yourself resting on its sun-warmed stones, feet in the water, listening to the sound of life flowing, a gentle reminder that you too can soften, surrender, and return to your natural rhythm.
Begin the day with a coffee or a garden infusion on your terrace. Curl into a hammock in the social nook with fellow travelers, or if you like the sound of water, slip away to journal on a shaded bench beside the river or cool off in our stone-lined plunge pool.
Your room is simple, elegant, and cozy, built from the land itself in earth and bamboo. Woven textures, soft lighting, and the scent of fresh flowers invite you to inhale… and exhale. From your bed, you might spot tiny monkeys slipping through the trees. Comfortable mattresses, soft linens, and fresh, intentional touches make the space feel warm and human.
Start your day with an invigorating cold rinse or end it with a warm flow, choosing what your body most craves. Plant-based soaps add a gentle, earthy scent, keeping you close to nature.
At Fuente Alegre, food isn't just nourishment, it's part of the whole journey.
Our cuisine is fresh, plant-based, and mostly vegetarian, designed to support your retreat experience with vitality and balance. We prioritize light, wholesome meals that leave you energized rather than heavy, while remaining flexible to your needs — vegan, gluten-free, or other requests are always welcome. Occasionally, we include eggs or local fish, depending on the group and the season, but the essence of our table is colorful, plant-rich, and nourishing.
Our chef's passion and creativity shine through in every plate. Think:
- A vibrant Buddha bowl with roasted vegetables, quinoa, fresh herbs, and a creamy tahini dressing.
- A tropical breakfast of papaya, pineapple, and mango with homemade granola and yogurt.
- Hearty Colombian ajiaco, a comforting potato and corn stew adapted with fresh garden herbs.
- Crisp green salads topped with edible flowers and seeds, drizzled in citrus dressings.
- Golden roasted plantains served with spiced lentils and coconut rice.
Whenever possible, ingredients are locally sourced: fresh vegetables and herbs from our own garden, tropical fruits that grow just steps from your room, and flavors that follow the rhythm of the seasons.
Every day you'll also enjoy soothing herbal infusions, hand-picked from our garden, alongside meals that are as beautiful to look at as they are to taste.
At our table, food becomes a moment of joy, care, and connection, uplifting the senses while keeping you close to the Earth.
Enjoy a free extra night after the end of the retreat
✨1 free accomodation night on the 15th of December
🌿 What if…
🌿What Others Say
I almost didn't come to the retreat — until the very last day before coming, I wasn't sure I could do it alone. But the moment I arrived, I felt like family. Lara and Diego took me by the hand and opened a world of experiences I never imagined I'd love or even try. It was a beautiful chance to challenge myself and see what truly matters. I fell in love with the sound of the river, the vibrant colors of the food, and the warmth of this place surrounded by water. I'll be back.
From the moment I arrived at Fuente Alegre, I felt the peace and special energy of the place wrap around me. Diego and Lara welcomed me like family, and Lara's dance therapy session was truly life-changing — deeply attuned to my process and needs. This is a place of transformation, medicine, and truth.
This retreat has been profoundly healing for me. They've helped me find inner peace, release tension, and reconnect with my emotions. The combination of a family atmosphere and pure nature creates the perfect space for harmony and well-being.
Fuente Alegre is a sanctuary where nature itself heals you. Immersing in the rivers and waterfalls, with guidance and support, brought me renewal and peace like never before — and this was my first retreat ever. Diego's calm presence and deep connection to the land made the experience deeply grounding and unforgettable. And Lara's sweetness, attentive listening, and gentle guidance brought resilience into me and a newfound clarity I will carry forward.
🌿 Why Colombia?
Colombia is a land where the soul remembers.
It holds a wild, untamed beauty — rivers that sing, mountains that breathe, forests that feel alive. But more than that, it holds a deep ancestral memory. In many regions, Indigenous communities still live in connection to the land, preserving rituals, stories, and ways of being that remind us what it means to live with reverence. And for them, nature is not a backdrop. It's a teacher. A guide. A mirror.
Yes, Colombia has lived through a painful history — one marked by conflict and complexity. But that's also what makes it so powerful. This is a land that knows transformation. That holds grief and joy in the same breath. That has endured, adapted, and come back with resilience and heart.
And in that, there's an invitation for us — to come into our own healing. To remember that light can grow through cracks. That we, too, can reclaim what's sacred.
We chose Cocorná, in particular, because it embodies this harmony. It's a peaceful and welcoming place — safe, rooted, alive with natural beauty. And if it weren't, we wouldn't have chosen to raise our family and build our home here.
🌿 What's Included
- Five transformative days and four cozy nights at Fuente Alegre, a hand-built sanctuary tucked in the lush Colombian mountains of Cocorná — where you'll be welcomed like family and immersed in the wisdom of nature.
- Homemade delicious, healthy meals – 4 nourishing breakfasts, lunches, and dinners made fresh daily, with tropical fruits, garden infusions, and some traditional Colombian flavors. Vegetarian-friendly and adapted to your needs.
- Daily practices for five days to reconnect with your body, breath, and spirit: gentle breathwork, meditation, somatic movement, expressive dance, journaling, hiking and wild cold water therapy.
- Ancestral ceremonies — sacred plant offerings (tobacco, mambe, rapé, sananga – always optional), and shared rituals that root you in presence and awaken ancient memory.
- Guided journeys and teachings drawn from nature's rhythms, ancestral wisdom, and shamanic traditions — including storytelling, reflection circles, and silent time on the land.
- Small, intimate group experience, allowing space for personal reflection, shared presence, and deep connections.
- One day trip at the second clearest river of south america and other included activities.
- Group Transportation to and from the airport at designated times, arriving on December 11th and departing on October 15th.
- A Gift of Extra Time. We invite you to linger a little longer. After the retreat ends, enjoy one extra night with us at no additional cost — our gift to you. Stay immersed in the peace of Fuente Alegre, rest by the river, and let your experience settle.
🌿 What's NOT Included
- Your round-trip airfare from home
- Accommodation before the retreat dates (we can offer recommendation if you arrive earlier)
- Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance
- Personal taxi transport to the airport outside of scheduled group transport
- Tips and gratuities.
- Souvenirs, phone calls, taxis, laundry, snacks etc.
- Toiletries and personal care items (please bring eco-friendly products – we are in an eco-friendly environment)
🌿This retreat is not FOR YOU if…
🌿This retreat is NOT for you if…
🌿Trip Leaders
🌿 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
All group activities are in English. A basic level of understanding is enough — the language we truly speak is the body, nature, and presence.
Both facilitators also speak French and Spanish, so light translation can be offered if needed — but the retreat won’t be fully translated.
We always provide a general overview of the program, leaving the details to be decided and experienced as the journey unfolds. Your trip leaders teach from life Itself, as it guides them, and that is always happening in the moment!
Depending on the group’s energy, the itinerary may shift in any direction. Please trust that magic will happen and that we have a wonderful journey planned for you. We look forward to a most exciting adventure together!
As a general flow, we’ll come together twice a day for guided sessions and meaningful group connection. In between, you’ll immerse yourself in a variety of experiences — from nature-based practices to creative and restorative activities. Most meals will be enjoyed at the retreat center, with occasional excursions and special gatherings woven in to enrich the journey.
We’ll meet at Medellín airport (José María Córdova International Airport) on the first day of the retreat. From there, you’ll be guided step-by-step to reach the retreat center. Private group transport is arranged for the group at specific meeting times (arrive at the airport before 3 p.m).
You’ll receive a list of airlines flying from the U.S. and Europe to Medellín. We won’t provide full booking assistance, but we’re here to answer questions.
We recommend spending the night near the airport. You’ll receive a list of nearby hotels and transport tips.
Absolutely! Most participants come solo. The space is designed to foster authentic connection and community, even if you arrive knowing no one.
You’ll find soft sheets, fresh towels, and organic soap provided.
Only the River Cabin has a mosquito net, as it is closer to the water. That said, we’re lucky to be in an area with very few mosquitoes, so nets aren’t typically necessary in the other rooms. Still, if you feel more comfortable with one, feel free to bring your own.
No — this is a substance-free retreat. We invite you to experience the clarity and connection that come with a clear body and mind.
There is limited or no Wi-Fi at the retreat center — and that’s intentional. This is a time to unplug, reconnect with yourself, and fully immerse in the experience.
That said, we understand if you need to stay connected for important matters. If that’s the case, we suggest booking the River Cabin, which has a good Wi-Fi connection.
Also, Tigo, Claro, (Movistar) mobile networks generally have reliable signals on-site.
YES – especially if you’re a soul-seeker craving deep reconnection with yourself, nature, and your life’s true rhythm.
This retreat will give you the safe space, tools, and inspiration you need to realign with your essence and step into a life that feels authentic and alive.
Yes! The water is triple-filtered UV from the mountain’s well and perfectly healthy and safe to drink.
You’re already doing and giving so much! But neglecting your own restoration can slowly drain your joy, energy, and clarity—until burnout feels inevitable. That’s exactly why you need this time to pause, breathe, and fill yourself back up.
Cocorná offers a mild and vibrant climate in early December: Expect daytime temperatures around 22‑23 °C (72‑75 °F), and **evenings dipping to 13 °C (55 °F)** .
December usually brings moderate rainfall—with rain most days, but typically in short, gentle bursts.
You’ll enjoy about 5–6 hours of sunshine per day, and around 12 hours of daylight, perfect for experiencing the land and your inner journey .
The air tends to feel humid yet cool, especially near rivers and forested areas—refreshing, grounding, and alive.