Would you like to learn more information about this retreat?
Would you like to learn more information about this retreat?
7-Day Summer Solstice Retreat
7-Day Summer Solstice Retreat
7-Day Summer Solstice Retreat
Jun 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – Jun 24, 2026, 11:00 AM
Mendocino County, CA, USA
About The Gathering
About The Gathering
In this seven-day sacred plant medicine retreat you will experience a carefully curated combination of plant medicines intertwined with guided somatic practices and hands on body work to drop you deep into the healing wisdom and creative potential of your body. This retreat is for those who are ready to make significant changes in their grounded lives and are going thorough or on the precipice of a significant life transition.
The work that we will do in this container is conscious of how our bodies and nervous systems process and store emotions, and provides a safe space to begin deconstructing and repatterning the lens through which you experience reality.
In this seven-day sacred plant medicine retreat you will experience a carefully curated combination of plant medicines intertwined with guided somatic practices and hands on body work to drop you deep into the healing wisdom and creative potential of your body. This retreat is for those who are ready to make significant changes in their grounded lives and are going thorough or on the precipice of a significant life transition.
The work that we will do in this container is conscious of how our bodies and nervous systems process and store emotions, and provides a safe space to begin deconstructing and repatterning the lens through which you experience reality.
What You Receive
There are two tiers of participation as described below. We can discuss during the consultation call which tier would be most supportive for you.
Tier 2 includes the following:
Pre-retreat preparation including somatic exercises and guided practices to begin cultivating a trusting relationship with your body before you arrive
All vegan meals prepared with intention
Shared lodging in beautiful natural settings
Seven days of ritual, ceremony, and integration
Three full days of communion with sacred plant medicines:
2 days of communion with Bufo
1 day of communion with Huachuma
Two full integration days — one between each ceremony day — with breathwork, guided somatic practices, guided interpersonal exercises, and sharing circles
Optional hiking excursions on integration days
90 minutes of professional bodywork to support somatic reprogramming and integration
Sound healing
Traditional Andean despacho ceremony
1:1 support throughout the retreat
Sharing and integration circles
Post-retreat integration support
Somatic tools to continue using at home — practices that support an ongoing, trusting relationship with your body long after the retreat ends
18 month church membership and subscription to our online community — includes bi-monthly support calls on Zoom and exclusive resources + offerings only available to church members
Access to Root and Return, our online preparation and integration portal to support your process before and after the retreat
Tier 1 includes the following:
Everything in Tier 2
14 weeks of 1:1 support with Emeline and Sonia — 5 weeks before ceremony and 9 weeks after ceremony. These are deep somatic coaching sessions to commune with and liberate the feelings and energies driving deep seated patterns that you are ready to shift. Book a consultation call to learn more about our Tier 1 offering.
What You Receive
There are two tiers of participation as described below. We can discuss during the consultation call which tier would be most supportive for you.
Tier 2 includes the following:
Pre-retreat preparation including somatic exercises and guided practices to begin cultivating a trusting relationship with your body before you arrive
All vegan meals prepared with intention
Shared lodging in beautiful natural settings
Seven days of ritual, ceremony, and integration
Three full days of communion with sacred plant medicines:
2 days of communion with Bufo
1 day of communion with Huachuma
Two full integration days — one between each ceremony day — with breathwork, guided somatic practices, guided interpersonal exercises, and sharing circles
Optional hiking excursions on integration days
90 minutes of professional bodywork to support somatic reprogramming and integration
Sound healing
Traditional Andean despacho ceremony
1:1 support throughout the retreat
Sharing and integration circles
Post-retreat integration support
Somatic tools to continue using at home — practices that support an ongoing, trusting relationship with your body long after the retreat ends
18 month church membership and subscription to our online community — includes bi-monthly support calls on Zoom and exclusive resources + offerings only available to church members
Access to Root and Return, our online preparation and integration portal to support your process before and after the retreat
Tier 1 includes the following:
Everything in Tier 2
14 weeks of 1:1 support with Emeline and Sonia — 5 weeks before ceremony and 9 weeks after ceremony. These are deep somatic coaching sessions to commune with and liberate the feelings and energies driving deep seated patterns that you are ready to shift. Book a consultation call to learn more about our Tier 1 offering.
Important Information
Important Information
If you have not sat in medicine with us before, you must book a consultation call before you will be given a link to register. This is important, as we must screen participants prior to registration. This is for the safety of you, our shamans and guides, and other participants. We welcome all who come with respect and pure intentions, but it is important for us to ensure that participants do not have any health conditions or are on any medications that are contraindicated with the plant medicines we will be sitting with. This is also a good opportunity for both parties to assess if this is the appropriate container for you to participate in.
To book a free consultation call, please click the button below or email us at treeoflifesacredtemple@gmail.com
Testimonials
I went to a Tree of Life retreat around 4 months ago and I am still vibrating from the experience – from the medicine, from the inner wisdom and knowings that powerfully came through for and from me, and from the care, love and deep intuition that Emeline and Sonia offer. The space they hold - not only for the group together but for each person and their intentions separately – is beyond what words can express. As this was my first time with plant medicines, I was pretty scared and had a lot of resistance to walk through. They held that for me and catered to what I needed, as they did with each of us, and helped me to walk through my fears and blockages and restlessness. “Ask what the restlessness is trying to tell you,” was a simple prompt Sonia offered during the first night’s ceremony. These are the wisdoms they hold and continuously posed which began the unlocking of parts of my blockage.
I can’t recommend any Tree of Life offering enough. Just the time and space with Em and Sonia is priceless, let alone the energy and medicines and intentions and food and community (and more) they curate. I cannot wait to go back and go deeper and connect to more parts of me I have yet to uncover.
I still feel the power of the medicine in me, even 4 months later, and I try to carry it in everything I do. I am eternally grateful for Em and Sonia and the many gifts and intuitions they offer and help us to discover within ourselves. They are changing the world – they changed mine - and if you are looking to change yours, this is the loving space in which to do it.
Nicki G.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
Andrés O.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Regan W
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Eirene T
Testimonials
I went to a Tree of Life retreat around 4 months ago and I am still vibrating from the experience – from the medicine, from the inner wisdom and knowings that powerfully came through for and from me, and from the care, love and deep intuition that Emeline and Sonia offer. The space they hold - not only for the group together but for each person and their intentions separately – is beyond what words can express. As this was my first time with plant medicines, I was pretty scared and had a lot of resistance to walk through. They held that for me and catered to what I needed, as they did with each of us, and helped me to walk through my fears and blockages and restlessness. “Ask what the restlessness is trying to tell you,” was a simple prompt Sonia offered during the first night’s ceremony. These are the wisdoms they hold and continuously posed which began the unlocking of parts of my blockage.
I can’t recommend any Tree of Life offering enough. Just the time and space with Em and Sonia is priceless, let alone the energy and medicines and intentions and food and community (and more) they curate. I cannot wait to go back and go deeper and connect to more parts of me I have yet to uncover.
I still feel the power of the medicine in me, even 4 months later, and I try to carry it in everything I do. I am eternally grateful for Em and Sonia and the many gifts and intuitions they offer and help us to discover within ourselves. They are changing the world – they changed mine - and if you are looking to change yours, this is the loving space in which to do it.
Nicki G.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
Andrés O.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Regan W
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Eirene T
Testimonials
I went to a Tree of Life retreat around 4 months ago and I am still vibrating from the experience – from the medicine, from the inner wisdom and knowings that powerfully came through for and from me, and from the care, love and deep intuition that Emeline and Sonia offer. The space they hold - not only for the group together but for each person and their intentions separately – is beyond what words can express. As this was my first time with plant medicines, I was pretty scared and had a lot of resistance to walk through. They held that for me and catered to what I needed, as they did with each of us, and helped me to walk through my fears and blockages and restlessness. “Ask what the restlessness is trying to tell you,” was a simple prompt Sonia offered during the first night’s ceremony. These are the wisdoms they hold and continuously posed which began the unlocking of parts of my blockage.
I can’t recommend any Tree of Life offering enough. Just the time and space with Em and Sonia is priceless, let alone the energy and medicines and intentions and food and community (and more) they curate. I cannot wait to go back and go deeper and connect to more parts of me I have yet to uncover.
I still feel the power of the medicine in me, even 4 months later, and I try to carry it in everything I do. I am eternally grateful for Em and Sonia and the many gifts and intuitions they offer and help us to discover within ourselves. They are changing the world – they changed mine - and if you are looking to change yours, this is the loving space in which to do it.
Nicki G.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
I truly appreciate how thoroughly organized these retreats are while maintaining an atmosphere that is accessible, warm, and personalized. Having participated in three ceremonies here, I have found the connections forged with fellow participants to be deep and sincere.
The extended integration support, which includes individual sessions and two group video calls per month, is exceptional. I cannot imagine sitting in ceremony anywhere other than with Tree of Life.
Andrés O.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Amazing people, amazing place, amazing experience.
I had a lot of fear around aya in particular (although I have sat with ninos many times and received powerful healing through that medicine) as I am emetophobic (vomit phobic, both myself and others) but I felt strongly called to this retreat. Em and Sonia were amazing about working with me on understanding how any panic response might be handled and gave me space to feel safe in my choice to attend.
And I am so glad I did.
Lots learned, lots experienced, and all in the supported guidance of some truly remarkable humans. Highly recommend.
Regan W
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Some experiences in life stay with you forever. This plant medicine retreat is one of them. From the moment I arrived, the space that Em and Sonia created felt deeply loving, safe, and free of judgment. It wasn’t just a gathering; it was a sacred container where every person was invited to show up exactly as they were. In that kind of space, something remarkable happens, barriers fall and hearts open.
Through Em and Sonia’s intuitive wisdom, the space they held was both grounding and deeply compassionate. They were insightful, kind and present in a way that made me feel truly seen. They spent time with each of us individually, offering thoughtful guidance, while also bringing the group together in a way that felt meaningful and supportive. And in the midst of all this, Em and Sonia nourished us with incredible meals, food prepared with such care and love that it felt like another form of healing.
What I experienced during this retreat changed me in ways I’m still discovering. We arrived as individuals with our own stories and vulnerabilities, yet by the end of the retreat, we were connected by a quiet understanding and genuine care for one another. There was no competition, no comparison, no jealousy, only a shared desire for each person to heal, grow, and thrive. Watching that kind of pure human kindness unfold was incredibly beautiful. It is an experience I will always cherish, and I carry deep gratitude for Em and Sonia who lovingly made that happen.
Eirene T
THE TEMPLE AWAITS
THE TEMPLE AWAITS
Energy Exchange
We request a sacred reciprocity of $6000 for this ceremony package. An early bird price of $5555 is available through August 30th. We require a 50% deposit to reserve your spot, and request that you bring the remainder of the balance to exchange in person at the retreat.
We request a sacred reciprocity of $6000 for this ceremony package. An early bird price of $5555 is available through August 30th. We require a 50% deposit to reserve your spot, and request that you bring the remainder of the balance to exchange in person at the retreat.