Wellness Escape in Costa Rica's Cloud Forest: Yoga, Tree Climbing & Nature Retreat

This 7-day retreat takes place at Finca Camino Nuevo, an eco-retreat nestled in the cloud forest near Monteverde, Costa Rica. The property is designed with love, using organic and local materials, and features comfortable and modern rooms, communal indoor and outdoor spaces, a pool and jacuzzi, a maloca ceremonial space, a sweat lodge, forest trails, and a tree net you can climb into. From your patio, you can watch monkeys and birds and enjoy views out to the Gulf of Nicoya.

Monteverde is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, home to six distinct ecological zones with more than 90% virgin forest. You'll have the chance to explore this incredible environment through a guided wildlife tour of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, where you might spot the rare Resplendent Quetzal. A short trail behind the retreat leads to a rope ladder that takes you into a sturdy tree net, a great place to relax in the canopy and observe the epiphytes, including the many orchids that call this place home.

The retreat is led by Carrie and Zach, who bring a wealth of experience in yoga, meditation, and plant-based cooking. Carrie has been practicing yoga for 14 years and teaching for 7, with certifications in trauma-informed yoga, yoga for recovery, and more. Zach is a plant-based chef and Holistic Nutritionist who has written a cookbook, 'Plants on Plates,' showcasing recipes from their retreats. Together, they create a welcoming and safe space for personal growth and community building.

What makes this retreat special is the combination of deep yoga practice with thrilling nature adventures. You'll have the chance to climb giant strangler figs with ropes and safety gear, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that brings you up close to the cloud forest canopy. This activity supports the nonprofit project Palo Vivo, which brings outdoor education to local school children. The retreat also includes workshops on yoga philosophy and Ayurveda, as well as a cacao ceremony and ecstatic dance, offering a well-rounded experience that touches the body, mind, and spirit.

What's included

- 7 days / 6 nights accommodation at Finca Camino Nuevo - Daily yoga and meditation classes (Vinyasa, Yin, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, Restorative) - 3 daily plant-based meals and snacks - Tree climbing adventure with expert guides - Guided wildlife tour of Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - Cacao ceremony and ecstatic dance - Temescal traditional sweat lodge - Yoga philosophy and Ayurveda workshops - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Transportation during the retreat - Luggage storage - Parking - Wifi connection - Pre and post retreat support from the team

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights to and from Costa Rica - Transportation to and from Finca Camino Nuevo - Additional activities not included in the itinerary (ziplines, coffee tours, etc.) - Additional treatments such as massage, Reiki, etc. - Optional airport pickup (available for an extra fee)