6th – 20th January 2028
A land of waterfalls, magnificent rivers & SECRET swimming pools. A land of volcanoes, hot springs & stunningly beautiful beaches. This incredible country, which took the decision to disband its army & invest instead in NATIONAL PARKS, has a rich, varied biodiversity. It celebrates the wild – making it the perfect destination for a WILDYOGIS retreat.
This time Jo from WILDYOGIS has teamed up with Drew from NAVINA to offer you a Costa Rican ADVENTURE which will fill your soul, nurture your mind & heal your body.
The first part of this NATURE inspired extravaganza will lead us North to explore the volcanic region of Arenal and then continue up to the “Rincon de la Vieja” volcano as well. Along the way we’ll stop at nature reserves, hot springs (and a hot river), explore incredible caves (if you’re into that), visit the most turquoise river you’ve ever seen, go tubing down some amazing rapids and search for waterfalls.
Making our way down the pacific coast, there will be plenty of time to stop & enjoy the unspoilt beaches, fringed with jungle. The second part of your retreat finds you totally immersed in nature, at the enchanted centre that Drew has created; NAVINA.
Here the giant blue morph butterflies gently float passed. Howler monkeys welcome every sunrise & the sunsets fuel your sense of AWE. Brightly coloured toucans call from overhead branches, scarlet macaws come to feed on cashews & the whizz of the hummingbirds’ wings are a constant background delight.
Here you can breathe the fresh air, pause and feel and be. Experience aliveness and a deep profound connection with the WILDLIFE that surrounds you.
Drew has nurtured this space for years. Every time I return there is more richness to experience. He has planted to share the space with the wildlife. & so it is that the tiny, endangered squirrel monkeys pass by most days.
Itinerary overview:
the plan:
January 6, 2028:
Arrive in San Jose, Costa Rica – accommodations near the airport
January 7, 2028:
Travel to La Fortuna, along the way visiting a nature park. 3 nights in La fortuna.
January 8, 2028:
Locals-only access to a hot river in the morning & hanging bridge adventure in the afternoon.
January 9, 2028:
Incredible caving experience (underground river) in the morning & hot springs in the afternoon.
January 10, 2028:
Travel from La Fortuna towards the Nicaraguan border, visiting Rio Celeste en route. 2 nights at Guachipelin.
January 11, 2028:
Tubing, ziplining & other optional tours, as well as nearby waterfalls and volcanoes.
January 12, 2028:
Travel from the north down to the central Pacific coast for 1 night.
January 13, 2028:
Arrive to Navina and begin our immersion in nature. 6 nights at Navina.
January 14, 2028:
Daily movement practice, waterfall visit & rest.
January 15, 2028:
Daily movement practice, beach trip & recharge.
January 16, 2028:
Daily movement practice, options of tours, including the canyoning tour.
January 17, 2028:
Daily movement practice, sunset hike & optional adventures.
January 18, 2028:
Daily movement practice, another trip to the beach & soaking up the last of the rainforest.
January 19, 2028:
Travel from Navina to San Jose in preparation for tomorrow’s flights. 1 night in San Jose.
January 20, 2028:
Departures (or not…up to you).
After we arrive at Navina
YOGA STYLE MOVEMENT with Jo
The yoga platform is probably my favourite place to do yoga. Raised up high, you look out over the jungle canopy. & so, the MAGIC of this setting & of NATURE set the tone for a pretty special yoga practice. A practice that is all about moving in a way that is helpful for you.
This is about giving yourself SPACE, in mind and body; building strength and functional range of movement. It is about accepting your body’s limits and working with kindness so that progression is steady and safe and useful. This is about an easy path back to relaxation.
WHAT YOU WILL EAT…
Drew is a great cook. All food is freshly prepared & as much as possible comes straight from Navina. He grows his own cacao, bananas, pineapples, vanilla, corn & so much more. You definitely won’t go hungry! Coffee & tea are available at all times, as is filtered water.
ACTIVITIES…
There will be a wide variety of activities available during your stay. There will be beach & waterfall trips, hot springs, canyoning & – of course – movement. Jo will offer yoga. Drew will be offering manual release and strength training as well as function movement. There will be additional options for massage and other activities.
WHERE YOU WILL SLEEP…
Accommodation is in spacious, safari-style tents on raised platforms. Comfortable beds, insect netting & the soporific buzz of the jungle ensure a quality night’s sleep. Around each platform hibiscus provides privacy and usually a bonus resident hummingbird. There are separate shower & toilet blocks.
Included:
- 14 nights accommodation
- Airport transfers.
- Transportation around Costa Rica
- All meals at NAVINA including 3 per day + snacks. Delicious and generous meals loving prepared from locally sourced ingredients
- All breakfasts at other hotels along the trip
- Use of NAVINA and its facilities including yoga shala.
- Variety of activities
- Beach trips
- Waterfall trips
- Nature
- FUCK OFF massive trees
- 2 daily practices – WILDYOGIS yoga style movement and GUIDED WELLNESS.
- A variety of meditation practices, breathwork and yoga Nidra…
- Jolliness, fun, laughter & great company
Not Included:
- Flights to and from San Jose
- Lunches, dinners & drinks at hotels
- Additional treatments
- Additional activities
Investment:
Double Occupancy: $3270 USD per person (roughly 2420 GBP at the time of creating this)
Please note that all payments are in USD, so the exchange rate will be variable and based on how your bank converts the payment at the time of processing.
Payment Plan
Please place your $670 USD deposit to secure your spot – it is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
The remainder will be due in 4 separate instalments on the following schedule:
• March 15, 2027 ($650 USD)
• June 15, 2027 ($650 USD)
• September 15, 2027 ($650 USD)
• December 15, 2027 ($650 USD)
These instalments are not taken automatically – instead we send you an invoice that needs to be paid manually.