– Rao Caballo „Soul Purpose“ –
Integrative Plant Medicine Women’s Retreat in Andalusia
6 Day Women’s Retreat
10th till 15th of June 2025
Natural Park Sierra de Grazalema in Andalusia, Spain
– Intimate Group with max. 8 Participants –
When conscious women come together – their Medicine begins to flow and from this sacred union, beautiful transformations will unfold.
We whole heartedly invite you to join us at our Women’s Medicine Retreat, nestled in the beautiful nature of Andalusia.
This Retreat is created for all Women on the journey of self-empowerment, those seeking to reconnect with their Soul´s Purspose and embrace the fullness of their true potential.
Do you sense that now is the time to clear and heal what still stands in your way, so you can bring your unique gifts into the world?
Perhaps you are searching for your Soul´s Purpose in this life, seeking fulfillment.
Or maybe you are already walking your Heart´s Path and feel it´s the time for your next step in growth.
Would you like to reconnect deeply with Yourself, your intuition, your inner wisdom, stepping fully in your female Empowerment?
If you´re feeling the call within, we welcome you with open hearts to embark on a profound and transformative journey with us.
What you need to bring is the courage to face yourself, the willingness to heal old wounds to find peace and transformation and the commitment to move through your shadows in order to discover your gold, gifts and true purpose.
The time we find ourselves in now calls us more than ever to reconnect deeply with our inner selves, to listen to the whispers of our soul and to live our highest potential. It invites us to courageously discover and follow the Path of our Heart, creating a life filled with joy and fulfillment along the way.
When your heart knows that this is what truly matters now…
When the quiet voice within begins to rise, calling you into self-responsibility, into healing, into the power of your true being…
When you’re ready to embody your strength and claim your place in this world –
then the moment has come and the path is open.
Now more than ever, the world needs the Love, Presence & Wisdom of empowered Women.
See yourself in the mirror of your surrounding, fall into silence to truly listen and rise into your voice to set yourself free.
What awaits you is a sacred, conscious and loving space, where you can release all that no longer serves you, heal the wounds that still linger within and emerge with clarity and depper connection.
Dive with us into the realms of powerful Teacher Plants sacred allies that guide us on our healing journey with their elevated consciousness, light, and purifying energy.
Through Shamanic Drumming Journeys, we will open a gateway to the spirit world and deepen our connection to the Self and all that is.
You will experience the heart-opening Medicine of Cacao in the Healing field of Horses – a space where the profound wisdom of Horse Medicine reveals itself to those who listen with presence and heart.
In a cleansing Rapé Ceremony, you’ll meet the spirit of this beautiful medicine as it clears and aligns your energy.
To integrate the insights and experiences, we will weave in different elements of Process & Integration Work, allowing you to ground, understand, and truly embody what has moved through you.
Let nature speak through every whisper of the wind, every flicker of fire, every Listen with your heart carefully to every spirit that lives within her – ancient, wise and ever present.
We look forward to walking this journey with you and to share a profound, transformative and heart-filled time together.
With love… Metsa Yaka & Selva
Our Work & Program
* painted by Geenss Archenti Flores
Plant Medicine Ceremony
In these sacred Plant Ceremonies, you are called to connect with the ancient, powerful Spirits of the healing plants from the Peruvian Amazon – revered allies of healing, transformation, growth, awakening and deep inner wisdom.
By drinking the sacred Medicine, you step beyond the veil of the ordinary, entering the realms of the Master Plants, where the doors of higher consciousness are opening. Here, profound healing, purification, and transformation unfold, across every level of your being: physical, psychological, emotional, energetic, and spiritual.
This potent Medicine holds the power to heal the deepest wounds, dissolve the chains of old patterns and release blockages not only from this lifetime but from others as well.
The Spirits of the Plants guide you on a journey back to your own truth, reconnecting you with your higher self and awakening a deeper understanding of life’s blessings.
As you integrate the teachings and wisdom imparted by these sacred Medicines, this experience can mark the beginning of a profound shift within you, an opening to living a life of greater authenticity, in your power and divine purpose.
It is also possible to participate in the ceremonies without drinking the Medicine, as you will still be surrounded by the powerful healing energy of the plants.
Cacao Medicine & Breathwork in the Healing field of Horses
Cacao Ceremonies trace their roots back to the ancient Mayan and Aztec traditions of Central and South America, where the spirit of Cacao, known as Mama Cacao, was honored and invoked in sacred ceremonies.
Her medicine was revered for opening the heart, bringing clarity, restoring inner harmony and connecting us to the wellspring of our creativity.
The heart-opening essence of Cacao has the power to unlock states of pure euphoria, releasing emotions long held within. It invites us to connect with our higher Self, our inner wisdom and the loving energy flowing through our bodies, while gently calming the mind. For centuries, Cacao has been used as a sacred tool for healing the mental, physical, and spiritual body.
Through „Conscious Connected Breathing„, we transcend the limitations of the mind, increasing the flow of oxygen to the brain and throughout the bloodstream. This breath activates our neural pathways and releases hormones such as Anandamides, often called the “Bliss Hormones”, guiding us into a space of profound peace.
From this place of connection and relaxation, stress, anxietyand repressed emotions can be released and our awareness and creativity are heightened. In the stillness, we come into a deep sense of inner peace, love and compassion, allowing our true being to emerge.
The sacred Medicines of Cacao and Breath are a powerful combination, leading us into deep layers of healing and transformation, guiding us to a place of greater clarity, authenticity and profound connection.
„Our breathing is the direct connection to pure consciousness.“
* painted by Geenss Archenti Flores
Rapé Ceremony
Rapé (pronounced Hapee) is a sacred plant medicine, revered for its profound healing, purifying, and centering properties. For centuries, it has been used by indigenous tribes in Brazil, such as the Huni Kuin, Yawanawa and Nukini, as a tool for spiritual awakening and deep inner transformation. The indigenous peoples often sought Rapé before going out on a hunt, as a way to connect with the spirit of the animal, seeking allowance, guidance and harmony with the natural world.
Rapé is a finely ground mixture of Mapacho tobacco, combined with ash and other medicinal plants. It is ceremonially blown into the nose through a bamboo tube known as a Tepi. This powerful medicine works on both the physical and energetic levels, cleansing the body, clearing the mind, and purifying the consciousness. It opens the heart, calms the mental chatter, and clears the pineal gland, allowing for deeper spiritual connection and clarity.
Rapé is especially effective in supporting focus and concentration, making it an invaluable ally for meditation and introspection. It is often shared before or during ceremonies, creating a sacred space of focus and presence or or in a more elaborate individual Ceremony.
Transformative Shamanic Drumming Journey
A powerful method for self-discovery, healing, and spiritual growth.
Shamanic journeying is a time-honored practice originating from indigenous cultures around the world. For thousands of years, shamans have used rhythmic drumming to enter altered states of consciousness, allowing them to connect with the spirit world for guidance, healing, and insight. This practice is a bridge to the extraordinary, where profound wisdom and healing await.
The Journey is led by the steady beat of a drum, echoing the heartbeat of the Earth and our own heart. This rhythm guides us into a state of deep relaxation and heightened awareness, opening the door to the mystical realms.
In these magical realms, you will meet your guardian spirit, spirit animals, wise ancestors, healers and teachers offering wisdom, protection, and healing.
These encounters can provide deep insights and answers to your most profound questions.
Horse Medicine
The Horse stands as a guardian of the heart’s path and our soul’s true purpose. With its sensitive yet powerful presence, embodying freedom, dignity, grace, and strength, the Horse helps us reconnect with these sacred qualities that live within us all.
Through their majestic presence, Horses create an energy field that speaks directly to our emotional body, inviting us to delve deeper into ourselves – into our wounds, blockages and all that we are in this very moment. They guide us back to our true nature, reminding us of the authenticity and beauty that lie within.
By entering their field with humility, openness and allowance you may experience a love so unconditional it transcends words and you might even receive messages from their spirit, offering guidance and healing.
In this Retreat, we will invite the wisdom of the Horse Medicine into our Cacao Breathwork Ceremony, which will be held in the presence of my wonderful Horses, allowing their energy to guide and support us on this sacred journey.
Process and Integration Work
Integration is the heart of transformation, allowing you to embody and manifest the insights and healing you’ve received into your everyday life.
It occurs when the experiences gained on an energetic, emotional, and physical level are brought into conscious awareness, allowing them to take root and bring lasting change.
To support you on this journey, we will implement different elements and practices, intuitively chosen, to guide you towards self-empowerment. Breathwork, Trauma Healing, Bodywork, Shadow Work, Emotional Release, Inner Child Healing, and Inquiry are just some of the ways we will accompany you, helping you to fully integrate and embody your process with trust and strength.
Content & Schedule
The 6 day Retreat is an combination of
- 3 traditional Plant Medicine Ceremonies according to the Shipibo-Conibo Tradition
- 1 Cacao Breathwork Ceremony in the healing field of the Horse Medicine held by Metsa Yaka
- Rapé Ceremony held by Sanken Tsoma
- Transformative Shamanic Drumming Journey held by Selva
- River Ceremony held by Selva
- Female Empowerment
- Process & Integration Work according to what is needed (including elements of trauma healing, body work, emotional release, shadow work, inner child work, Ritual work …)
This immersive 6-day retreat unfolds over 5 ceremonial nights, held within a container of daily integration and process work -creating a complete and self-contained cycle of transformation.
This carefully designed structure allows participants to journey deeply into their own healing and inner development, while also nurturing a powerful and cohesive group dynamic. The rhythm of ceremony and integration creates a sacred space for insights to anchor, emotions to be processed and breakthroughs to unfold in a supported and meaningful way.
Born from many years of experience, this structure serves as a effective container for transformation – offering the greatest depth and benefit to everyone who embarks on this shared journey.
Schedule:
- Tuesday – arrival day / Rapé Ceremony with Sanken Tsoma
- Wednesday – 1st Plant Medicine Ceremony in Shipibo tradition
- Thursday – 2nd Plant Medicine Ceremony in Shipibo tradition
- Friday – Process and Integration Work / Cacao Breathwork Ceremony in the healing field of the Horse Medicine
- Saturday – Process and Integration Work / Shamanic Drumming Journey /3rd Plant Medicine Ceremony in Shipibo tradition
- Sunday – Closing Sharing and departure (after brunch)
The Ceremonies will be held in the evening or in the night. During the day we will do the process and integration work. Of course you will find time for yourself as well to relax, enjoy nature or to have a dip in the fresh river.
Arival & Departure time:
- arrival is on Tuesday from 4 pm on until latest 7 pm
- departure is on Sunday after the sharing and brunch (approximately around 3 pm)
We warmly invite you to arrive a day before the Retreat begins or to stay a little longer afterwards in our nurturing Retreat Oasis, surrounded by nature.
This gentle arrival and spacious integration time can deepen your experience, giving your body, heart, and spirit space to land, reflect, and soften into the medicine received.
If you feel called to extend your stay, just let us know in advance. We’re happy to reserve additional nights for you in our Guesthouse.
About us
The retreat will be guided by Metsa Yaka, who will lovingly hold space and accompany you throughout your journey. She is supported by Selva, and together they will share their unique Medicine, support your personal process, and care for your well-being with presence and compassion.
The Rapé Ceremony will be held by Sanken Tsoma, who brings deep connection and reverence for this sacred medicine.
Metsa Yaka
With her deep, innate intuition, Metsa Yaka holds a space of clarity, love and allowance. She supports people to become present with themselves, reconnecting with their essence and inner wisdom. As a channel for the Wisdom of Horses, Animals and the Plant Medicine, she offers a profound understanding of the teachings they impart, weaving together the threads of a deeper, holistic truth. Through her presence and guidance, she accompanies others on their path of healing and transformation, creating a sacred space where true inner change can unfold.
Selva
For over 25 years, Selva has been a guide on the path of self-awareness and personal development. As a breath and meditation trainer, transformation, life and soul coach, shamanic consultant and medicine woman, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her work.
She has traveled the world, learning from teachers and masters in India, Poland, Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, and South America. She has also studied at both traditional and alternative institutions, gaining a deep understanding of various healing modalities. Her practical experience includes facilitating group workshops, women circles, music circles, rituals and healing ceremonies, sweat lodge ceremonies, vision quest and individual sessions.
She holds a degree in cultural anthropology, where her passion for shamanic traditions began. Furthering her education, she completed postgraduate studies in Process Psychology and a shamanic school under the guidance of Arvick Baghramian and Daan Van Kampenhout.
Her approach helps individuals reconnect with lost powers and visions, awaken their inner potential, establish a deep connection with their soul and spiritual guides. She supports people on their journey of transformation, healing, and achieving personal wholeness.
Sanken Tsoma
Sanken Tsoma will hold the Rapé Ceremony on the first day of the retreat.
He has been working intensively with sacred plant medicine in a shamanic approach for 12 years. While bringing healing to his own shadow aspects and studying the art of healing work with plant medicines in various Master Plant Dietas, he was initiated by his maestros of the Shipibo tradition and the Inca tradition. His service in this lifetime is to support people on their path of inner healing, personal and spiritual growth and inner and outer transformation.
The Venue
Ceremony Dome
Ceremony Dome inside
Retreat Center
Retreat Center
Ceremony Dome covered
Dining Terrace
Pool Area
Boho Lounge
Magical Garden
Water Channels
Water Channels
Little Oasis
River Resting Area
River Resting Area
River Basin
River Hike
The Retreat will take place in a magical sanctuary nestled in the heart of the Sierra de Grazalema – a breathtaking natural area located between Seville, Málaga and Jerez de la Frontera.
This hidden oasis, with its playful and charming Andalusian country house, is surrounded by lush gardens that bloom in contrast to the wild beauty of the Andalusian landscape. Flowing water nourishes the land, a cool river and gently babbling irrigation canals invite you to reconnect with nature’s rhythm.
You will stay in our lovingly designed and furnished Retreat house, either in one of the shared twin rooms, a double room (ideal for couples, friends, or family) or a private single room, depending on your preference.
The nightly ceremonies will be held in our Ceremony Dome – a sacred space of reconnection and where transformation is invited to unfold.
Accommodation & board
Single Room with private Bathroom (Room 3)
Twin Room with shared Bathroom (Room 1)
Single Room with shared Bathroom (Room 2)
Apartment Living Room
Apartment Sleeping Room
Group Sleeping Room
Group Sleeping Room
Living Room Main House
Living Room Main House
Kitchen Main House
Corridor Main House
Shared Bathroom Main House
Private Bathroom Single Room
Private Bathroom Apartment
Shared Bathroom Main House
Accommodation:
We can offer different room options.
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- a single room (with 1,50 m double bed) with own bathroom in the room
- a single room (with 1,50 m double bed) with shared bathroom
- a private apartment (with single bed) with own bathroom and private kitchen
- a shared twin room (with two separate beds) with shared bathroom
- a shared group dormitory (with 4 mattresses and shared bathroom)
If you feel called to stay a little longer before or after the Retreat, it is possible to book additional nights at the venue upon request. Just let us know in advance – we’re happy to arrange it for you.
Food:
You will be lovingly nourished with delicious vegan meals, thoughtfully aligned with the preparatory diet for the Plant Medicine Ceremonies.
If you have any food intolerances or follow a special diet, please let us know beforehand so we can take care of your needs.
Preparation & Packing List
Preparation Diet
We highly recommend – and some aspects of the dietary guidelines are essential to respect following a special preparatory diet before, during and after the Retreat.
This diet serves as a preparation on the physical, emotional and energetic level, helping you to enter the Retreat with more clarity and openness and to integrate the inner work afterward with greater ease and depth. The following guidelines are important to create a safe and open space for your healing process.
Please abstain for at least two weeks before and after the retreat from:
- pork and red meat
Please abstain one week before and after the retreat from:
- salt, spices, garlic, onion and sugar
- dairy products
- citrus and sour fruits (like lemons, oranges, mandarins, pineapple, kiwi, passion fruit, sour bears)
- oil and fat (including avocados and nuts)
- pills, medications, caffeine, alcohol and drugs of any kind (waiver urgently necessary!)
- sexual activities
- violent or aggressive movies or video games
You will receive detailed diet information after completing your registration.
Medical guidelines
The safety and well-being of our participants are our top priority.
To ensure this, we kindly ask you to complete a questionnaire regarding your physical and mental health, as well as any medications you are currently taking.
In some cases, due to specific health conditions or medications, it may not be possible to participate in the Plant Medicine Ceremonies by drinking the Medicine. Any medications that are not compatible with the Plant Medicine must be discontinued in advance, under the guidance of your doctor. The required period for discontinuation depends on the specific medication.
If you are taking any medications, we will inform you after your registration about the compatibility of your medication with the Plant Medicine.
It is also possible to join the Retreat and to participate in the Ceremonies without drinking the Plant Medicine. Healing will still unfold as the Spirits work with you and by being present in the medicine field, you remain connected to its transformative energy.
Packing list
- a warm blanket and a pillow or a warm sleeping-bag for the ceremonies
- a swimsuit or bikini (if you feel comfortable you can also go naked)
- maybe a notebook and pens if you want to write something down
- a small flashlight or headlamp (for the ceremonies)
- comfortable and warm clothing, thick socks (it can be a bit cold at night at this time of year)
- if you want, music instruments, your personal ceremonial items
Travel
Welcome to the Sierra de Grazalema
Airports:
- Seville (110 km / 1 h 20 min by car)
- Jerez de la Frontera (90 km / 1 h 10 min by car)
- Málaga (140 km / 1 h 50 min by car)
Buses:
From the city of your arrival, you can take a bus to Algodonales, where we will pick you up and bring you to the retreat location. The pickup from Algodonales is included.
Please note that buses from Seville, Málaga, and Jerez are typically available only in the morning or at noon. If your flight arrives later in the day, you may need to take a taxi. Alternatively, you can arrive a day earlier in Seville (or Málaga/Jerez) and spend the night there.
- From Seville Airport you need to take a bus or a taxi to the Seville Prado San Sebastian bus station or the bus station Plaza de Armas. From there you have a bus connection to Algodonales. (usually only one bus in the morning at 9 am)
- From Jerez de la Frontera Airport you need to take a bus or a taxi to the Jerez main bus station. And from there you have a bus connection to Algodonales.
- From Málaga airport you need to take a bus or a taxi to Málaga bus station. And from there you have to check the bus connection to Algodonales. You may first have to drive from Málaga to Ronda and from there to Algodonales.
You can check your bus conecton here: https://www.checkmybus.com or here: https://www.omio.com/
(please note bus connections are sometimes only shown 2 weeks in advance)
Taxi:
The price of a taxi from Seville Airport or Jerez Airport to Cinco Lunas is approximately €120. From Málaga, it may be slightly more expensive.
If several participants are arriving at the same airport, it’s possible to share a taxi. Please let us know if this option interests you and we will connect participants who would like to share the ride.
Rental car:
For more flexibility, you can also rent a car at the airport. Rental car prices are usually very affordable when booked in advance.
You can find the best offers here, for example: https://www.doyouspain.com
Your Self Investment
The retreat can be booked with a one-time payment or with an installment plan in 2 or 3 installments.
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
Group Sleeping Room
(with shared bathroom)
– still available –
with 4 individual mattresses and shared bathroom
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
Shared Two Bed Room
(with shared bathroom)
– still available –
with two separate single beds and shared bathroom
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
Single Room
(with shared bathroom)
– no longer available –
with 1,50 m bed and shared bathroom
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
Single Room
(with private bathroom)
– no longer available –
with 1,50 m bed and own bathroom
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
private Apartment
(as double room)
– still available –
with own kitchen & private bathroom
6 Day Retreat
incl. accommodation in a
private Apartment
(as single room)
– still available –
with own kitchen & private bathroom
Price breakdown:
€ 1600,- Retreat fee
+ € 360,- accommodation in a group sleeping room & meals
+ € 440,- accommodation in a shared twin room & meals
+ € 560,- accommodation in a single bed room with shared bathroom & meals
+ € 660,- accommodation in a single bed room with private bathroom & meals
+ € 660,- accommodation in a private apartment as double room (for couples, family & friends) with private bathroom and own kitchen & meal
+ € 800,- accommodation in a private apartment as single room with private bathroom and own kitchen & meal
The prices are per person and include vegan diet food.
The payment information can be found on our registration form by clicking the „Sign-in“ button below.
Installment plan
If you cant afford to pay the retreat fee in one payment, we offer you those payment plans:
€ 300,- Registration fee (payable upon registration)
€ 800,- (payable two weeks before the retreat starts)
remaining amount – depending the room category (payable 1 month after the retreat)
or:
€ 300,- Registration fee (payable upon registration)
€ 600,- (payable two weeks before the retreat starts)
€ 600,- (payable 1 month after the retreat)
remaining amount – depending the room category (payable 2 months after the retreat)
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Research Study & Membership
All our Retreats and Ceremonies are part of research studies aimed at exploring and evaluating the positive effects of the plants and practices used as holistic healing techniques.
Our goal is to support the holistic healing of body, mind and soul through alternative practices, promoting life balance and supporting a healthy lifestyle in harmony with nature.
Please note that our Retreats, Ceremonies, and individual treatments are not intended to replace medical treatment.
To participate in our retreats and research studies, it is necessary to become a member of our association.
We offer a free short-term membership for this purpose. You will be able to select your membership type later in the registration form.
