“Metanoia means a change in one’s mind — expanding it to hold a new perspective on the world and the self. In our case, through sound, nature, and spiritual growth.”
A natural refuge in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta: a place to stop, breathe, and truly rest. Not a conventional hotel or a fast-paced destination, but a space built to slow down — in direct contact with the forest and the river.
Caoba is a biological reserve with over 25 years of history, born from a genuine process of reforestation and forest regeneration. The silence, the fresh air, the biodiversity — all the result of decades of caring for the land. Each stay directly supports its ongoing conservation.
We take over the entire reserve, closed to the public, so the week is ours alone.
A blend of sound, movement, stillness, and the living jungle — paced to support your rest, never to fill a schedule.
An eclectic, psychedelic, heartfelt sonic journey from the DJ booth — everyone laying on cushions, kept under 110 BPM.
Guided breathwork to calm stress and bring balance — your breath as the bridge between body and mind.
A meditative bath of gongs, singing bowls, chimes, tuning forks, and the human voice.
Energy work and daily movement in the open-air Arawana house and the House of Silence by the river.
Prompts and tarot/oracle readings as tools for self-reflection — setting intentions for the months ahead.
Guided hikes to the reserve's rarely-visited cascades and swimming holes, deep in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
An intuitive guide and Reiki III practitioner with 15 years of study, weaving the Mayan Cosmovision and ceremonial arts to empower each person’s unique journey.
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A mechanical engineer turned wellness practitioner, weaving sweetness into the everyday through a decade of yoga, meditation, and sound experiences.
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SoCal native, digital-nomad DJ and event organizer, curating the Metanoia Sound Experience and getting his community out of their loops — usually somewhere in nature.
WebsiteSeven rooms across the reserve, each with its own character. Every room includes the full five-day program, all meals, and round-trip transport from Santa Marta airport (SMR).
Two single beds and a shared bath, steps from the restaurant — comfort at the kindest price.
Built into a living mango tree above the river, with a balcony — the oldest room on the reserve.
An art-muralled room facing the river through the trees, with a private river-view balcony.
A queen room with a colorful garden mural and a balcony over the little lake.
Deep in the jungle with a kitchenette and a private hammock terrace — your own quiet corner.
A round room set on an original Tayrona terrace, secluded yet minutes from the common areas.
The round Tayrona-terrace bungalow, tucked away for the most private stay on the reserve.
Limited to 14 guests total, so the week stays intimate.
A few extras you can arrange on-site through Caoba, paid directly in Colombian pesos (COP). Entirely optional — the core program stands on its own.
A craft cocoa tour guided by local farmers at the finca five minutes from the reserve's entrance.
A guided walk through the reserve's conservation projects and medicinal plants — a longtime guest favorite.
5 days, 4 nights. Check in Wednesday, January 20th and check out Sunday, January 24th, 2027.
Fly into Santa Marta (SMR), typically connecting through Bogotá (BOG) or Medellín (MDE). Since we begin Wednesday, we recommend arriving a day or two earlier to find the best flight and see a little more of Colombia. Ground transport from SMR is included.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day (farm-to-table vegetarian/vegan, including beverages), round-trip transport from SMR, and the entire program of activities and guided reserve experiences.
Your passport must be valid for at least six months past your date of entry. No visa is required for entry with a US or Canadian passport.
Colombia in January is typically warm and dry, with temperatures ranging from about 75°F to 86°F.
It's strongly recommended for every guest. Make sure your plan covers emergency medical, medical evacuation, and trip cancellation/interruption, since travel to the Sierra Nevada can be weather-dependent and unpredictable. We point guests to the same providers across all our retreats: World Nomads (strong on cancellation and medical), SafetyWing (good value for medical and evacuation, lighter on cancellation), IMG Global (best for pre-existing conditions or higher limits), and Allianz (comprehensive, strong trip-interruption). We don't earn any commission from these — compare and choose what fits you.
Don’t wait any longer to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Apply by email and we’ll be in touch to find the arrangement that’s right for you.