6 Day Relaxing in Nature and Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica

The retreat runs for six days and five nights at AmaTierra, a family-run eco-resort about an hour’s drive southwest of San José, in the Turrubares district. The property includes ten private casitas, each with its own patio, set among gardens and jungle trails. There’s an infinity-edge pool, an open-air yoga pavilion with 270° views, and a spa and wellness center. The daily rhythm is simple: a yoga class, three meals, and then lots of open space to fill as you like — read, walk, swim, or take one of the optional trips.

What makes this stand out is the setting and the people. Bob and Jill own and run the place, and they set an easy-going tone from the moment you arrive. Jill leads the yoga — she’s a Hatha instructor with 30 years of experience, and she also runs the wellness center, where you can book herbal consultations or further spa work. The one included massage is done by their professional therapist, and guests often end up booking extra sessions because they’re that good.

The included full-day tour goes to Carara National Park, where a guided walk explains the local plants and animals, and then on to Jaco Beach for the afternoon. It’s a good mix with the quiet days. Other optional activities include a zip-line canopy tour over waterfalls, horseback riding, birdwatching (the property has recorded 65+ bird species), and a day trip to Tortuga Island for snorkeling.

Most guests come solo, and the retreat is designed so you never feel rushed or scheduled. You can join everything or nothing. The rooms are spacious suites with private baths and terraces, and the food is served farm-to-table in the on-site restaurant. It’s comfortable, not luxury, and that’s part of the charm.

What's included

- 5 nights lodging in a spacious, comfortable suite with private bath - Daily yoga classes - Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner (organic, local) - Full-day tour: Carara National Park & Pacific Beach with transportation - One-hour full-body massage by AmaTierra Spa & Wellness - One 30-minute session on the Healing Gemstone Mat - Complimentary airport transfers (SJO) - Access to infinity-edge pool, walking trails, and hammocks

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Personal expenses - Optional activities (zip-lining, horseback riding, extra spa treatments, tours) - Alcoholic beverages