Pacific Northwest Ecovillage Tour: July 28-August 4, 2027

January 30–February 8, 2027 | Diamante Valley Go deeper into nature, community and regenerative living This 10-day journey takes you into Costa Rica’s lush Diamante Valley and Pacific Coast, where a newer generation of communities is exploring regenerative living, personal transformation and a deeper relationship with the natural world. Stay at Florestral Community and venture out to communities including HOLOS, Diamante Bridge Collective, Ecomaste, RISE and Qasa. Along the way, experience nature immersions, conversations with community members and founders, bioregional learning and optional adventures to some of the area’s spectacular waterfalls. More immersive and adventurous than our other Costa Rica itineraries, this tour is for those who want to experience community not just as a place to live, but as a different way of relating to people, land and self. A great fit for: Nature lovers, spiritual seekers, changemakers, adventurous travelers, and those drawn to land-based and regenerative ways of living. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/costa-rica

May 1–8, 2027 | Southern Spain Experience regeneration and intentional living in the heart of Andalusia Spend eight days exploring a diverse network of intentional communities across Southern Spain, where ecological regeneration, creativity and collaborative living come together against a backdrop of olive groves, Mediterranean coastline and dramatic desert landscapes. Visit pioneering communities such as Los Portales, Oasis Al Hamam, El Molino de Guadalmesí, Resonancia Community and Maitreya. Meet residents and community leaders and discover how each is approaching intentional living in its own way—from biodynamic agriculture and permaculture to natural building, renewable energy, cooperative governance, water stewardship and off-grid living. Along the way, take part in workshops, share locally prepared meals and experience the landscapes and culture of Andalusia as you travel from the countryside around Seville to the wild coast near Tarifa and the desert landscapes of Almería. The tour offers an opportunity not only to see sustainable practices in action, but also to learn about the social and personal dimensions of creating community. A great fit for: Prospective community members, aspiring community founders, people interested in permaculture and regenerative living, and travelers looking for an immersive way to experience the communities, landscapes and culture of Southern Spain. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/spain

April 11–20, 2027 | Machuca Valley + Arenal Explore community, regeneration and the many ways to live differently This 10-day journey combines some of Costa Rica’s most established intentional communities with inspiring centers for regenerative living and education. Explore the Machuca River Valley and visit Alegría Village, La Ecovilla Original, Ecovilla San Mateo and Colectivo Tacotal before expanding the journey to places such as Rancho Mastatal and Brave Earth. Meet founders and residents, learn about natural building and regenerative practices, join a bioregional conversation, visit a local farmers market, and make time to enjoy the rivers and landscapes that shape life here. With a broader mix of intentional communities, regenerative education and Costa Rican culture, this itinerary offers an especially varied look at what it can mean to create a more connected and sustainable way of life. A great fit for: Community seekers, aspiring founders, sustainability enthusiasts, regenerative-living learners, and travelers who want a broad introduction to Costa Rica’s community ecosystem. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/costa-rica

March 10–19, 2027 | Nelson–Tasman, New Zealand Discover some of New Zealand’s most inspiring intentional communities Spend 10 days exploring nine intentional communities and ecovillages across the beautiful Nelson–Tasman region of New Zealand’s South Island. Visit communities including Riverside Community, Tui Community, Kōwhai Cohousing, Braemar Ecovillage, Rainbow Valley Community, Atamai Village and WantooWantoo Community, with rare behind-the-scenes access made possible through longtime relationships with local community leaders. Experience a diverse range of approaches to intentional living from one of New Zealand’s longest-running communities to cohousing, permaculture-based settlements and a residential yoga community. Meet founders and residents and learn firsthand about natural building, regenerative land stewardship, shared decision-making, food systems, cooperative businesses and the practical realities of creating and sustaining community over time. Along the way, experience the spectacular landscapes and culture of New Zealand’s South Island, including local markets, organic gardens, sacred springs and Māori culture. With overnight stays in several of the communities, the tour offers an immersive opportunity to experience what community life actually feels like rather than simply visiting from the outside. A great fit for: Prospective community members, community founders, people interested in sustainable and regenerative living, and travelers looking for an immersive introduction to intentional community in one of the world’s most beautiful natural settings. Learn more about this tour: https://www.ecovillagetours.com/new-zealand