Viva 50! A Ritual of Reciprocity in Tortuguero, Costa Rica

A Wish That Became a Forest

This gathering began with one woman's wish:

To plant one tree for every year of her life.

Not privately.

Not quietly.

Not symbolically.

But physically.

Hands in soil.

Roots in earth.

What began as a personal celebration became something else.

It asked to be witnessed.

It asked to be shared.

It asked to give something back.

So we gather.

Not to escape life.

Not to reinvent ourselves.

But to honor the years that shaped us

by planting something that will grow long after we leave.

If that stirs something in you — stay.

What This Is

Viva 50 is a women-centered, six-day gathering where 50 trees are physically planted inside Tortuguero National Park.

This is not about turning 50 specifically.

It is about marking a life chapter in a way that gives something back.

The forest is not a metaphor layered on top.

It is the spine.

This is not therapy.

Not luxury.

Not escape.

It is a ritual of reciprocity.

Women gather not to consume an experience,

but to create one.

Where We Gather

Tortuguero is not reached by highway.

It is reached by water.

We travel together by boat, moving through winding jungle canals where the forest leans toward the river and the air feels thick with life.

The mornings begin with birdsong and humidity.

The evenings soften with Caribbean rhythm and warm light.

Here, green is not a color. It is a presence.

La Casona Eco Lodge holds us simply and honestly.

No excess. No spectacle.

Just the essentials:

Open air. Shared meals. Real community.

This is not a luxury resort.

It is immersion.

TORTUGUERO, COSTA RICA · JUNE 18–23, 2026

What We Will Live

Together we will:

●Plant 50 trees inside Tortuguero National Park

●Volunteer at a local rural school

●Move our bodies daily through yoga and dance

●Sing, tell stories, and sit in silence

●Explore rainforest waterways

●Gather in real community inside a real ecosystem

●Choose one guided adventure — canoe or night walk

The activities are not random. They are lived answers. The richness comes from participation.

Accommodation

• Five nights shared accommodation

• Limited private upgrades available

  
  

Meals

• Lunch, welcome drink & dinner on June 18

• Breakfast, lunch & dinner from June 19–22

• Breakfast on June 23

• One coffee, tea, or juice with meals

• Snacks during volunteer and planting days

Activities

• Entrance to Tortuguero National Park

• Tree planting coordination and materials

• Volunteer day at local school

• Daily yoga and meditation

• Caribbean dance class

• Karaoke and live music

• Storytelling night

• One guided adventure

• 13% service taxes

Surprises from Rhiannon, Ana and Adriana. 

Not Included

• International flights

• Travel insurance

• San José accommodation

• Additional personal expenses

We recommend arriving one day early. Assistance with hotel coordination in San José is available upon request.

Adriana Carballo

A modern shaman, storyteller, and founder of the 50 by 50 Midlife Magic Community, Adriana invites women to live their next chapter with awe, purpose, and adventure. Through her Moonlit work and the School of Magic and Adventure in Costa Rica, she helps women reconnect with their soul, remember their natural rhythm, and live in harmony with both nature and city life. Born in Costa Rica and now based in Denmark, Adriana embodies the art of saying yes to the adventures that awaken the spirit.

Rhiannon Wynn

Born in Portland, raised in Minnesota, and now rooted in Puerto Rico, Rhiannon has spent two decades exploring the art of embodiment through yoga, bodywork, and breath. An ocean lover and wellness guide, she helps people rekindle their connection with the natural world and remember the wisdom they already carry. This June, she co-facilitates Viva 50: The Radiant Roots Retreat with Adriana in Costa Rica—a celebration of vitality, sisterhood, and soulful adventure.

Ana – Yoga Fortuna

Founder of Yoga Fortuna, Ana is a yoga teacher, healer, and nature lover whose presence radiates harmony and care. From her home sanctuary, she offers yoga, sound healing, reiki, and massage—inviting others to return to balance and presence. Rooted in community and the spirit of pura vida, Ana brings mindfulness, nourishment, and local wisdom to Viva 50, ensuring every offering and moment flows with love and intention.

🎶 Jorge “Mechas” (KADEHO)

A musician, storyteller, and bridge between shadow and light, Jorge “Mechas”—known in Costa Rica’s music scene as KADEHO—reminds us that rhythm is medicine. Inspired by the legend of El Perro de las Sombras, the mystical dog who guides lost souls home, Jorge carries the heartbeat of this adventure. Through music, laughter, and vibration, he brings the spirit of Bugambilia Tortuguero to life, inviting us to dance, sing, and remember who we are.