Tropical Yoga and Wellness Escape in Nicaragua's Jungle

Eden on the Chocolata sits on a quiet road just outside San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua—a 10-minute drive from town and a short hike from two beautiful, uncrowded beaches. The property wraps around a tropical garden planted with mango, lime, and other fruit trees, with luxury cabanas scattered through the greenery. The yoga shala has open sides and faces the ocean, so you’ll practice with a view and a constant jungle soundtrack of birds and rustling leaves.

The retreat was created by a family who wanted to share the lifestyle they’d built for themselves: daily yoga, home-cooked vegetarian food, time in nature, and meaningful human connection. The yoga program is led by a rotating team of experienced teachers, including LaToya Maria and Chrissy, both of whom bring years of training in different traditions. Mornings focus on energizing vinyasa flow; evenings wind down with a gentle yin class and meditation—the two complement each other well.

Between classes, you’re free to do as much or as little as you like. The lodge can arrange surf lessons, horse riding, catamaran trips, ziplining, and tours to Granada or the Masaya volcano. If you’d rather stay put, there’s an outdoor gym, a pool, and plenty of hammocks scattered around the property. The team is happy to help you plan a trip or a day out, but there’s genuinely no pressure to do anything at all.

A big part of the experience is the food. Breakfast and a three-course dinner are included every day, and everything is vegetarian, mostly vegan, and gluten-free. Meals are made from scratch using local produce—some of it from the lodge’s own garden—with lots of herbs for flavour. The optional lunches from the health bar are worth trying if you’re around at midday.

The retreat is flexible, which suits a lot of guests. You can extend your stay by any number of days, come solo, or bring a partner. The rooms range from shared bungalows to private cabanas with ocean views. Guests often describe the atmosphere as tranquil yet social, with big family-style dinners where conversations flow easily.

What's included

- 3 nights eco-luxury accommodation in your choice of bungalow - Daily yoga classes: one morning vinyasa and one evening yin/meditation (2 sessions per day) - 2 daily vegetarian meals: breakfast and a 3-course dinner - Unlimited coffee, tea, and filtered water - Welcome drink on arrival - Ice bath session - Pre- and post-retreat support from our team - Use of the swimming pool, yoga shala, and outdoor gym - Unlimited fiber-optic WiFi throughout the property

What's not included

- Flights and airport taxes - Local transport (we can help arrange it for you) - Gratuities - Lunch (optional healthy meals available at the on-site health bar) - Additional activities and excursions (surf classes, massage, tours, etc.)