In the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon, our sanctuary provides a combination of wellness, and adventure designed to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul at La Selva Ecolodge & Retreat. Retreat yourself with our tailor-made holistic programs, expertly designed to bring you peace and reconnection with nature.

Our spa center offers curated treatments by highly qualified massage therapists. Choose from over ten professional treatments designed to pamper and refresh, from soothing whirlpool baths to modern disconnection chambers.

To Rewild

To return to a natural or wild state

The term rewilding in ecology refers to restoring ecosystems and their natural processes.

We can apply the same idea to ourselves: How do we restore our natural state to thrive? Now more than ever it is important to ask ourselves this question, as the autopilot of our current busy and chaotic society often makes us feel drained and disconnected from ourselves, others, nature and life as a whole, without meaning or purpose.

Mind, Body, and Soul Concept

We believe in nurturing the mind, body, and soul to achieve complete wellness and harmony. Our holistic approach integrates:

Mind: Activities and practices such as mindfulness, meditation, and spiritual ceremonies to cultivate mental clarity, peace, and spiritual growth.
Body: Tailored spa treatments, invigorating yoga sessions, and nourishing culinary experiences to ensure physical well-being and vitality.
Soul: Deep connection with nature through immersive experiences in the Amazon, fostering a sense of belonging, purpose, and inner balance.

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SIGNATURE TREATMENTS

Unique experiences that combine natural elements, deep massage techniques, and sensorial rituals inspired by ancient rainforest wisdom.

Inner Warmth (70 min):

Melt away stress with volcanic warmth.

Bamboo Essence (60 min):

Full-body massage using natural bamboo canes.

Renewal (60 min):

Renew your skin and reconnect with your essence.

Sole Ritual (50 min):

Step into balance, through the wisdom of your feet.

AMAZON RITUAL BATHS

Immersive rituals of purification, hydration, and renewal using sacred Amazon ingredients and ancestral intentions.

Copal Cleanse (75 min):

A warm restart for body and soul.

Coconut Silk (75 min):

Soft skin, soothed body, silken glow.

Guayusa Awakening (75 min):

Sacred energy from the Amazon.

AMAZON BODY WELLNESS

Classic massages infused with ancestral bodywork and the natural strength of the Amazon rainforest.

Rainforest Calm (30 min):

Gentle care for young explorers.

Upper Release (40 min):

Focused relief for your upper body.

Grounding Flow (40 min):

Light legs, grounded steps.

Amazon Embrance (60 min):

Relaxation from head to toe.

Deep Roots (70 min):

Reconnect through deeper release.

AMAZON GLOW THERAPIES

Non-invasive facial treatments using natural ingredients – designed to restore, soften, and enhance your skin’s natural radiance.

Rainforest Glow (35 min):

Facial massage for a vibrant look.

Sacred Cassava Mask (45 min):

Ancestral care for luminous skin.

Harmony Touch (60 min):

A signature lifting ritual for a youthful complexion.

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Yoga Sessions
Reconnect with nature through yoga

Professional Yoga Masters: Expertly guided sessions tailored to all levels, held in inspiring locations overlooking Garzacocha Lagoon or in the forest.

Daily Sessions: Available upon request, without extra cost, perfect for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

Holistic Integration: Combine yoga with our Cacao ceremonies at Mandi Cocha Lake for a unique and holistic experience.

Our Philosophy

Spiritual Ceremonies

Embrace the Medicine of the Heart

Cacao Ceremonies

Celebrate life’s important events with meaningful rituals in the sacred space of the Amazon.

Open Ceremonies

Heart Unvelied
This ceremony uses breath and movement to release tension, calm the nervous system, and reconnect with your true self.
Lunar Reflections
The moon reflects life’s natural cycles, guiding us through intention, reflection, and release.
Feminine Moonlight Path
Connect with the Triple Goddess, reflecting the monn’s sacred cycles. Reclaim the spectrum or feminine power through ritual and self-honoring.

Private Ceremonies

Seeds of Becoming
This ritual honors new beginnings and offers transformation and reconnection with your truth.
Solar Return
This birthday ceremony is a soulful return to your essence, honoring your journey with cacao and embodied wisdom, blessing the past year, and welcoming the next with conscious renewal.
Sacred Union
This ceremony honors love as a spiritual path, inviting couples to celebrate their union.

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Retreat Programs

Tailored Wellness Packages

3 Nights / 4 Days Program:
Begin a renewing experience, starting with a tranquil river tour and an intention-setting ritual. Enjoy daily yoga, cacao ceremonies, jungle hikes and animal sightings. Learn from the local Indigenous community, participate in tantric yoga and join in heart-opening and balancing ceremonies. Finish with a sunset ritual and a morning of reflection, which will leave you refreshed and full of bliss.
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4 Nights / 5 Days Program:
This inspiring trip begins with a river excursion and an intention-setting ritual. Highlights include a cacao ceremony, wildlife viewing from an observation tower, trekking through the Mandi Forest, a visit to the Indigenous community and a sunrise tantric yoga session. The trip concludes with a ritual of gratitude and balance, which will leave you emotionally and spiritually energized.
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Join us for a life-changing experience

Discover the relaxation that is waiting for you at La Selva Ecolodge & Retreat. Whether you are looking for inner harmony, reconnection, or personal transformation. Our lodge offers you a wonderful opportunity to experience wellness and adventure amidst the beauty of the Amazon rainforest.

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