Pura Vida Yoga & Nature Retreat

Immersion into Healing through: Nature, Sound therapy, Yoga & Movement, Meditation & Hiking

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PURA VIDA YOGA AND NATURE

Retreat in Costa Rica

July 13th-20th, 2024

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

Two Locations: Macaw Lodge / Tiskita Lodge, Costa Rica

ABOUT THIS RETREAT

Escape to the lush rainforest and pristine beach of Costa Rica for a rejuvenating Healing Nature Retreat.

Immerse yourself in the tranquil sounds of nature as you practice yoga, movement and breathwork, amidst a breathtaking scenery.
Connect with your inner self through guided meditation sessions and holistic workshops…RELAX and heal through sound healing sessions.
Indulge in nourishing, organic meals sourced from local ingredients. Recharge your body, energy; feel balanced and at peace.
Allow me to share with you how to embody the PURA VIDA lifestyle! As saying we have here in Costa Rica!

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

2 Daily Yoga & Meditation Sessions

Perfect for beginners, intermediate or advanced practitioners we adapt to your needs and level. Moving the body allows you to develop strength, move the stagnate energy and feel great! Morning practice include Hatha Yoga and vinyasa with meditation. Afternoon session is yin yoga / restorative.
Hiking, waterfalls and nature immersion

Included hikes to explore nature, embody mindfulness practices, breathing and explore the surrounding beauty though eco conscious activities. Both venues offer trails to hike, waterfalls to explore wildlife and natural sounds. Birdwatching, nite walks, monkeys, macaws, frogs, a true orquetra of souds.
Sound Healing and Mantra

Nourish body and soul throug a journey through sound, he gentle hum of the Tibetan and Crystalbowls resonating with the natural environment´s frequencies,; Native American flutes, chimes and soothing voice, an enveloping participants in a cocoon of tranquility and deep relaxation.
Inner Work Workshops

During the retreat we will have specialize workshops to tap into emotional management, dealing with the mind, and healing. Tapping into a more conscious living environment, tips and recommendations about how to create more wellness in your life and feel more at balance and at peace with yourself.
Swedish Massage

A 60 minute journey into profound relaxation and rejuvanation. The gentle soothing sounds of nature filling the space while you relax and receive; feeling calmness and serenity… Coming out of it feeling renewed, refreshed and deeply pampered.
Chocolate workshop

A fun workshop to learn about Cacao and how to do chocaltes!! Yummy! You will enjoy the workshop so much! Enjoy learning about the plant, where and how it grows and how to prepare delicious kinds of chocolate now exported worldwide!

Retreat Details

The retreat is held in stunning and unique locations in the jungle mountains of Macaw Jungle Lodge for 3 nights and a pristine jungle at Tiskita Jungle Beach Lodge for 4 Nights. We choose our venues with care. Both locations we use for the retreat are locally owned, therefore you are supporting local Costarican families and the local economy by booking this retreat. Both venues are deeply special in their work to support local communities nearby and conservation. Both are such beautiful stunning pristine and natural immersive places. You will feel completely and truly immersed in natural serene environments, far away from the tourists, and off the tourist trails. and just surrounded by green, birds, beautiful sounds, such richness of beautiful plants, flowers, trees and PURE LIFE.

For the logistics of this retreat, you will have to arrive to San Jose, Costa Rica the night before the retreat (July 12th, accommodation near the airport on in San Jose is not included that evening) to be ready to depart on July 13th, early departure 8 a.m. Pick up at the airport area, transfer to Macaw Lodge. On July 16th we transfer via van (included) to Tiskita Lodge and stay in Tiskita for 4 Nights and depart on the July 20th, via included transfer from to San Jose, airport drop off.

Join Analu it this amazing experience, a magical immersion, a rejuvenating blend of serene natural environments and mindful holistic and wellness practices. Fostering a deep connection to nature, while inviting relaxation, inner peace, and wellness in your life! Be guided by a professional internacional teacher and a true local, passionate to share with you the true essence of Costa Rica!

+ WHAT´S INCLUDED?

Jungle Lodge: 3 Nights of Accommodation at Macaw Lodge Wellness Center, Costa Rica
Beach Lodge: 4 Nights of Accommodation at Tiskita Jungle Lodge, Costa Rica
Transportation group private shuttle from San José International Airport meeting point to Macaw Lodge on July 13th, 2024
Transportation group private shuttle July 16th from Macaw Lodge to Tiskita Lodge
Transportation group private shuttle from Tiskita lodge to San José International airport on July 20th.
All meals included:
- Day 1: July 13th Lunch and Dinner
- Day 2 -7 : July 14th-19th / 3 Meals a day
- Day 8 : July 20th, Breakfast
2 Daily Yoga and Meditation sessions (Morning Hatha/ Vinyasa), afternoon (Yin/ Restorative).
Workshops include: movement, meditation, inner work, emotional management
Nature Hikes, visit to the waterfalls, visit to Carara National Park.
Beautiful welcome package
1 Evening Kirtan and Bhakti Yoga session
1 60 Minute Massage
1 Chocolate Workshop
Sound healing sessions
Yoga Nidra sessions

+ NOT INCLUDED

Accommodation in San José or Airport area the evening before and/ or after the retreat.
Please note shuttle service is only 1 service included from the airport at 8:00 a.m. on the 13th of July. If you chose to arrive before or after, you would need to pay separate for your transpiration to Macaw Lodge.
Transportation included during the retreat includes departure from Tiskita A.M. after breakfast on a group shuttle on July 20th to the airport in San Jose as drop off point.( Apron 6 hours). You may consider a late flight that day, or the next day. If you chose to leave earlier or after the shuttle, go somewhere else after the airport, you would have to cover the shuttle or transportation service on your own. If you have an early flight to depart: You can book a taxi from Tiskita to the airport for $80 USD and book a flight from Golfito to the airport in San Jose for Aprox. USD $175 with Sansa (45 minutes to the international airport/ 3 different schedules).
International Airfare to Costa Rica
Any additional treatments, tours or activities not included in the package.
Tips for the hotel staff and drivers.
Personal expenses
Optional activities may include: Night hike, extra massages, surfing classes and horseback riding

+ COSTS

Secure your spot with USD$400 deposit. The deposit is non refundable due to the space limit / small groups.

Pay in One single payment! $150 OFF :) on any of the rates if paid in full before May 15th!

Options for accommodation:

Single Room $2350 USD
Shared Double Room $1910 USD
Shared Triple Room $1640

+ RETREAT LEADERS

About Analu

**Ana Lucia Fariña** was born in Costa Rica. She has been in the spiritual world since young age, studying and practicing with diverse renown teachers, and inspired by eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions. She does Akashic readings, and teaches Yoga ERYT500+ and meditation since 2009. A musician passionate for holding kirtans and sound healing, she offers diverse experiences worldwide such as yoga teacher trainings, retreats, philosophy, spiritual travel journeys, mindfulness and sound healing journeys. She holds an MBA, Ma and is devoted to her spiritual path, inspired by Mahayana buddhism, Yoga studies, Advaita Vedanta amongst meso-american shamanic traditions. You can read more about her here Guest teacher **Manuel Gomez**, costarican who lives in Colorado, USA, Ma. in Somatic Counselor and meditation teacher will be joining at Macaw Lodge for some workshops sessions.

+ FOOD TO FEED YOUR TEMPLE

A variety of Healthy Meals is available for you!The collection has many well-known types of tropical fruit, including Mango, Starfruit, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Banana, Guava, Grapefruit, Sweet Lemon, Lime, and Oranges. Less widely known types of tropical fruit are, for example, Jackfruit, Mangosteen, and South American Sapote.

MEALS: The kitchen staff prepares both traditional Costa Rican and western dishes. Vegetarian diets, or other special dietary requirements, are easily accommodated.

+ SAMPLE SCHEDULE

6:30 am - 8:30 am - Yoga practice and meditation
8:30 a.m. Breakfast and time off
10:30 am - 12:30 p.m. - Session 1 (Hiking/ Workshop)
12:30 p.m. - Lunch
2:30-4:30 p.m. -Session 2 (Workshop/ Sound healing / Massage).
6:30 p.m.- Dinner and rest

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Our first stop: Macaw Lodge

WHERE YOUR SOUL OPENS TO NATURE

The Venue

Nestled among the hills and lush forests of the Cerros de Turrubares, in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica, Macaw Lodge is more than just an eco-resort. It is a paradise where you can pamper your senses and discover the genuine natural wonders of Costa Rica. The Lodge has 15 charming rooms: 8 Standard rooms and 7 Bungalows. The standard rooms are located inside the main building, while the Bungalows are located nearby.

The Rooms

The 8 standard roomsare located on the second floor of the main building, with a beautiful balcony overlooking the main lobby. Each room is equipped with

2 full beds with therapeutic mattresses
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom made of marble
Warm water through solar panels
Towels and sheets made of bamboo fiber
Pots woven by Guatemalan indigenous people
Screens in the windows with special bronze materials
WIFI Internet access

Our second stop:Tiskita Jungle Lodge

The Venue

Tiskita Jungle Lodge, the best kept secret in Costa Rica, is an ecolodge that offers the opportunity to experience pristine tropical rainforest in its 800 acre private biological reserve. Tiskita is about as remote as one can get, located at the end of the road on the secluded southwest coast of Costa Rica.

A beautiful and quiet Yoga Shala immersed in the Costarican jungle with a view on the Pacific Ocean.
Tiskita has a swimming pool, a small library, and other facilities. When you lounge by the swimming pool, birds, monkeys, sloths, and the resident iguanas are usually around.
Healthy food offered by the restaurant.
A waterfall and fresh water pools are located nearby the lodge. The trails into Tiskita’s private biological reserve and the organic orchard also start at the lodge.
Coffee, tea, hot chocolate milk, tropical fruit juice, and filtered water are available at the lodge throughout the day, free of charge.
You will be walking distance to the most famous Pavones beach!
The lodge has a small gift shop with apparel, jewelry designed and made in Costa Rica, and crafts made by the Guaymí, the local indigenous population
Nature walks, bird watching, horse back riding , surfing, night tours, beach and snorkelling activities.
There is no music at the lodge, the only sounds are the nearby ocean and the wildlife.

Our 15 Casitas surround the Lodge and are nestled in the jungle allowing our guests to experience the robust amount of wildlife all from the comfort of your front porch hammock. Guests constantly report spotting titi and capuchin monkeys, agoutis, coatis, macaws, toucans, and so many more. No need to hike into the jungle...staying at Tiskita means that you're already thereThe cabins were built using precious woods like Mahogany, Purpleheart, and Rosewood. The wood was collected over the years mostly from trees that fell down in Tiskita. All cabins are only a few minute’s walk away from the lodge, the rainforest, and the beach.

PRIVACY: The cabins are spread out around the lodge and landscaped to ensure privacy. Tiskita’s small number of cabins also helps to ensure privacy.

WILDLIFE: Each cabin is surrounded by trees that attract birds, butterflies, monkeys, and other wildlife, making the cabins’ decks often one of the best spots to relax and watch the wildlife go by the Yoga shall.

The Rooms:

Single Room: Screened in room, Ceiling fan, Private bathroom/ hot water, Orthopedic mattress, Shaded deck, lounging chairs and hammocks, 1 Double bed
Double Room: Screened in room, Ceiling fan, Private bathroom/hot water, Orthopedic mattresses, Shaded deck, lounging chairs and hammocks, 2 Twin beds
Triple Room: Ceiling fan, Shaded deck, lounging chairs and hammocks, Screened in room, 3 Single beds , Private bathroom/hot water and Orthopedic mattresses

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