🌍 FREE ONLINE EVENT
Ecovillage Living in Costa Rica
Could community living in Costa Rica be for you?
Imagine living closer to nature, knowing your neighbors, and living with people who share your values. What does that actually look like… and how do you find a community that’s right for you?
Join Cynthia Tina, Jason Thomas, and La Ecovilla founder Marcelo Valansi for an inside look at Costa Rica’s ecovillages.
🗓️ Wednesday, September 23
6 PM Eastern | 5 PM Central | 3 PM Pacific
Your next chapter could include more community, nature, and intention!
Costa Rica has become a global hub for people exploring new ways of living. People from around the world are living together in ecovillages.
Hear what daily life is like inside these ecovillages, how communities differ, and how you can begin exploring them yourself.
Whether you’re dreaming of a visit, considering a move, or simply curious, join us for an introduction grounded in firsthand experience.
Meet a Community Founder
Meet Marcelo Valansi, founder of La Ecovilla and Ecovilla San Mateo. Hear about life at La Ecovilla, the development of Ecovilla San Mateo, and what to know if you’re interested in either community.
Can’t attend live? Register to receive the recording.
What You'll Learn
What everyday life looks like: shared spaces, community decision-making, growing food, and connecting with neighbors.
How communities differ: their visions, stages of development, and opportunities to visit or explore joining.
A closer look at La Ecovilla and Ecovilla San Mateo: hear directly from founder Marcelo and bring your questions.
How to explore in person: understand the differences among our 2027 Costa Rica Tours and what to expect when traveling with us.
Meet Your Event Hosts
Cynthia Tina
Cynthia is the founder of Ecovillage Tours and CommunityFinders and has visited over 200 intentional communities worldwide. She is the author of Intentional Community: How to Choose Community Living for Better Housing, Health, and Happiness. Through her tours and programs, she helps people explore community living and find places where they can belong.
Jason Thomas
Jason is the Costa Rica Tours Director for Ecovillage Tours and a longtime Costa Rica resident. He co-founded Finca Fruition, a permaculture education center, and hosts the Regeneration Nation Costa Rica podcast. He brings deep local knowledge, community connections, and firsthand experience to every tour he leads.
Want to experience Costa Rica for yourself?
Our 2027 Costa Rica Ecovillage Tours offer the chance to meet residents, share meals, and experience different communities firsthand.
During the webinar, we’ll introduce the itineraries, explain what’s included, and help you consider which journey fits your interests.
🗓️ Wednesday, September 23
6 PM Eastern | 5 PM Central | 3 PM Pacific
Can’t attend live? Register to receive the recording.
Got questions? Contact us.
We’re happy to help!
