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Homecoming

Homecoming

March 3 - 10, 2026

     

    Adventure with us in San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala, on the shores of stunning Lake Atitlán, the birthplace of the ceremonial cacao movement and home to Keith's Cacao.

     

    Our annual HOMECOMING immerses you in the history, culture and magic of ceremonial cacao.  Meet the makers, experience how we make our cacao, journey to the cacao forest, and share ceremony with some of the most talented practitioners in the world!

     

    Upon purchase of your ticket, we will send you an Event Preparation email.  Please make sure you received it. 

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    Homecoming 2026 Info Call

    SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 @ 12 PM ET

    Join us for a FREE live call and learn about Homecoming 2026 from this year’s presenters and past attendees!
    REGISTER FOR FREE

    Why Homecoming

    An Immersive experience for Cacao Practitioners, Cacao Lovers, and the Cacao Curious!

    At Homecoming, you don’t just drink cacao—you experience its full journey. From the farm to the workshop to the cup in your hands, you’ll walk the path of cacao and discover how deeply it connects land, people, and spirit.

    This is more than a retreat—it’s a return: to the source of the world’s finest ceremonial cacao, to connection with fellow cacao lovers and practitioners, and to your own heart, truth, and joy.

    a harvest to heart experience

    Step into the world of cacao where it is grown, tended, and transformed. Wander through a family-run farm, crack open a pod, and taste the fruit of the cacao tree. Meet the women who toast and peel each bean by hand, their laughter and care woven into every bar. Enter the Keith’s Cacao workshop, where intention turns beans into heart-opening magic.

    This is cacao as relationship: between land and farmer, seed and spirit, heart and community. In ceremony, you’ll be invited deeper into your own listening, your own unfolding. 

    And as cacao opens you, so will the people beside you. Stories shared, songs sung, connections formed—many that linger long after you’ve left the lake.

    An intimate connection with the World's Finest 100% Pure Ceremonial Cacao
    Meet your Cacao family
    be profoundly transformed
    an authentic cultural experience
    An intimate connection with the World's Finest 100% Pure Ceremonial Cacao
    Meet your Cacao family
    be profoundly transformed
    an authentic cultural experience

    • Homecoming Highlights

    Experience the Cacao rainforest

    Walk among cacao trees, taste the fruit fresh from the pod, and meet the families who have tended this land for generations. Here, cacao speaks through the soil, the hands, and the hearts that nurture it.

    See the process first-hand

    Meet the tostadoras, women who roast and peel each bean with steady hands and open hearts. In their care, cacao is lifted from seed to spirit, ready to be shared in ceremony.

    Visit the Keith's Cacao workshop

    Called the Taller (Spanish for workshop), this is where cacao is nurtured from bean to bar: lovingly and minimally processed, shaped, blessed, and readied for ceremony.

    Meet our Team in Guatemala

    Get to know our cacao family in Guatemala, the people whose care and dedication nurture every bean you enjoy.

    Sit in multiple Ceremonies

    Join multiple cacao ceremonies, led by seasoned practitioners who share their knowledge, gifts, and ways of working with cacao.

    Meet the Homecoming 2026 Presenters

    • Anna Schnaitter

      Anna is a self-taught artist and creative guide who celebrates color, texture, and the meditative joy of making by hand. Through her woven jewelry, beadwork, and cacao-infused crafting circles, she invites others into playful flow—where presence, pattern, and spontaneity naturally weave into art.

    • CARLOS MARCUS

      Carlos is a Mallorca-born sound wizard and cacao whisperer whose life’s work blends beats, vibrations, and heart-opening chocolate ceremonies. Equal parts producer, songwriter, and ceremonial guide, he helps people find their own “inner frequency” while making every session feel like a sonic adventure.

    • HERB & ALLA

      Herb and Alla are the dynamic duo behind The Black Lotus, blending shadow work, cacao ceremonies, and deep inner exploration with a no-nonsense approach to personal growth. With decades of experience in meditation, hypnotherapy, yoga, and transformational coaching, they guide people to uncover hidden blocks, heal shadows, and step into their full power.

    • NICOLE GNUTZMAN

      Nicole is a heart-centered shamanic guide and cacao alchemist who turns sacred ceremonies into journeys of transformation. With a playful, joyful energy and a deep connection to spirit, she helps people release old patterns, open their hearts, and step fully into their own light.

    • RICK WESSELS

      The self-proclaimed "luckiest man in the universe," Rick is the CEO who traded soul-sapping grind for heart-led flow, letting Keith’s Cacao unlock his intuition, creativity, and joy-filled leadership. With sharp business savvy and deep self-awareness, he guides his team—and himself—with empathy, playfulness, and a steady pulse of inspired insight.

    • ROBERT Hall

      Robert is a NYC-based metaphysician and Gongmaster who blends sound, breath, and visualization to guide deep, cacao-fueled inner work. Through his ceremonies, workshops, and sonic experiences, he illuminates the energetic wisdom of cacao, helping participants attune to its spirit and deepen their own intuitive communication.

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    Attendee testimonials

    "Everything starts with a first step. If you feel even a little bit drawn to how it would feel to live with an open heart, you just have to do it. Don’t hesitate. Because this will change your life."

    Bella

    A beautiful, unexpected journey, with some amazing people who put together a great program. The highlight was the inner work that I got to do; it wasn’t this drastic drop-in and trying to get it all done in one ceremony. I got to work with it for over nine days until it culminated and was released, and it was just a beautiful and unexpected journey. That’s how I would sum this up. 


    Andrew B.

    "I always had a deep connection with Cacao, but after this Homecoming experience, I now feel at one with it, 100% connected to the Spirit of Cacao..."

    Jenny T.

    Homecoming was over-the-top amazing. Meeting these beautiful spirits and souls, many of whom I have done ceremonies with online, for the first time in person, was absolutely incredible.


    Robert K.

    "This was not called Homecoming by accident. I immediately felt like I was coming home to a community of friends, family, and partnership. Arriving here felt so welcoming, invigorating, and exciting, but at the same time, it felt familiar and friendly, as though I’d been here my whole life and able to reunite with people I had never met."

    Kortnee W.

    "The person leaving this event, this retreat, is almost unrecognizable to me, let alone to the people I am going back to! It’s going to be a bit of a shock! I am going to be an atom bomb that’s just gonna land when I get home."

    Nicky B-S.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What airport do I fly into?

    La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City

    How do I get from the airport to San Macros La Laguna?

    The easiest and most direct is via a private car, but there are many options for each budget range. Inside the Homecoming Facebook Group you can arrange to share a car with other attendees. The price to hire a car and driver is APPROX 1275Q ($170USD) for up to 3 passengers, so if you are travelling in a small group to or from the La Aurora Airport, this is a great option!

    When should I arrive and depart for Homecoming 2026?

    Check-In / Registration

    • Homecoming 2026 check-in will take place at Eco-Hotel La Paz, San Marcos La Laguna, on March 3, 2026, between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. Please plan your arrival so you can be there on time.

    Check-Out

    • Plan your check-out for the morning of March 11, 2026. Homecoming closing events will run late into the evening of March 10, and the journey back to the airport from San Marcos takes 4+ hours. Plan your check-out for the morning of March 11, 2026. Homecoming closing events run late into the evening of March 10, and the trip back to the airport from San Marcos takes 4+ hours. To keep your journey stress-free, please schedule your outbound travel for midday on the 11th or later.

    Is accommodation included?

    No accommodation is not included in the Homecoming ticket. But, finding lodging in San Marcos is easy and affordable, with a range of options to suit most budgets and travel styles. Also, after you register for Homecoming, you'll be added to a group chat with other attendees, in case you wish to find roommates or find a house share with others.

    • Best spot to stay: Aim for a place near Hippie Highway (Google it!)—the lively path down to the dock, lined with cafés, craft shops, and all the energy of the San Marcos vortex.
    • Style: From barefoot-rustic to full-on luxe, you’ll find it all here. Just know that rustic really means rustic—simple rooms, cold showers, and bring-your-own toiletries.
    • Favorites we love: Lush Atitlán, Kula Maya, El Dragón, Posada del Bosque Encantado, and La Paz Eco Hotel. La Paz is the most budget-friendly and it’s also where we’ll gather for breakfast each morning.

    ⚠️ Important: If you're booking through an online platform, double-check that your accommodation is in San Marcos—not San Pedro, not Tzununa. Only San Marcos will keep you close to the heart of Homecoming.

    Are meals included?

    Your ticket includes breakfast each day and three special dinners. Beyond that, San Marcos is a foodie paradise, with plenty of restaurants, most of which cater to vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets.

    Are special dietary concerns catered for?

    Yes. After booking your ticket, you will be asked to fill in an Intake Form where you can note any dietary restrictions.

    Are children welcome to attend?

    Yes, however, children over the age of 2 will require their own ticket.

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