3-Day Digital Detox and Nature Reset in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

This retreat is a compressed version of what a longer reset might look like, designed for people who feel the weight of routine and stress and need a real break, not just a vacation. It's a path of internal reordering, aimed at lowering cortisol and giving your nervous system a chance to reset. The program mixes active, adrenaline-filled moments like surfing with deep stillness in the jungle, giving you both stimulation and rest in equal measure.

The first day kicks off with yoga at sunrise on the beach—simple, conscious movement that connects you to your breath and the sound of the waves. After breakfast, you'll meet Guillermo, a surf instructor certified by the International Surfing Association. He'll fit you with a board that matches your level, give you a UV-protected lycra shirt, and lead a two-hour session on the endless beaches of Santa Teresa. The water is warm, the waves are forgiving, and the experience is more about letting go of control than mastering the sport. That's the real theme of the retreat: learning to surrender—to the ocean, to the jungle, to the present moment.

As the sun sets, the group comes together for a cacao ceremony, a heart-opening ritual that sets the stage for deep connection and emotional release. Music, community, and intention-setting create a warm, safe space where you can let your guard down. On the second day, after another morning yoga class, you'll pack up and head to the mountains. The Wi-Fi drops out, and the forest takes over. You'll spend the next two days and one night living by the sun, bathing under natural waterfalls, breathing deeply in breathwork sessions, and relaxing in the sauna. The sounds of animals and the fire replace the pings of your phone. You'll remember what it feels like to look someone in the eyes and really listen, to sit in silence without the urge to fill it.

Rox, the host, calls herself an emotional experience designer. She doesn't teach so much as create the conditions for you to feel—laughter, adrenaline, peace, deep connection. She'll meet with you personally when you arrive and, if you share an emotion you'd like to experience, she'll do her best to help you feel it fully. The retreat is small, with a group size between 2 and 12 people, so you'll get individual attention and a genuine sense of community. By the third day, when you leave the mountains behind and head back to the coast, you'll feel lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself, ready to return to life with a calmer mind and a warmer heart.

What's included

- 2 nights accommodation in a shared dorm at the beach house - 1 night accommodation in the mountains (included in package) - Daily breakfast (first two days) and all meals during the mountain stay - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Breathwork & cacao ceremony - Surf lessons with certified instructors - Jungle tour with meals - Natural waterfall baths - Sauna - Group excursions/activities - Free Wi-Fi at the beach house (note: no Wi-Fi in the mountains)

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Airport transfers (available for an extra fee) - Optional upgrades (e.g., massage, laundry) - Personal expenses