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Dominical Adventure
Puntarenas Province, Uvita, Costa Rica
Nov 30 - Dec 6, 2025
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$2,532
Deposit: $379

About your trip

Ever wondered what it's like to rappel down a waterfall while taking in the wonders of a tropical jungle?  Have you ever wanted to throw up hands in shaka formation after a gnarly surf session?  Would you like to eat the freshest fruits and delicious meals infused with happiness by those who prepared them?  Then the Dominical Adventure retreat is perfect for you!


Come as you are on this specially curated adventure wellness retreat to include canyoning with expert guides, natural water slide, surf lessons, all while being nourished with local and fresh plant based foods, yoga, meditation, and sleeping in one of the worlds most precious blue zone gems, Costa Rica! Come adventure through Dominical with us!


Register today! First five people to sign up get our Early Bird Pricing!

What's included

Room Accommodation

7 days, 6 nights in a sanctuary right in the heart of dominical. A perfect spot, only two blocks to the beach.

Amenities

Mermaid pool, Wifi, air-conditioning, hot water, and premium bedding.

Nourishing Meals

Whole food plant based meals every day.

Transportation

Transportation to and from retreat center (book your flights to land before 1pm on Nov 30). As well as all excursions included.

Adventures!!

Private and exclusive canyoning tour. Scenic hike to lustrous waterfall. Surf lesson with a Tico (Costa Rican local) for additional fee.

Daily Yoga & Meditation

At least 1 class daily to enhance the start and ending of your days. Discover meditation, breathwork, and other tools to help ground and center.

What's not included

Airfare

Flights to and from retreat not included. **Book your flight to land before 2pm on Nov 30, 2025. Airport shuttle will pick up group at 3pm.

Optional Hotel Stay

Arrive one day early to decompress before the adventure begins.

Surfing Lesson

Lessons with the best at Dominical Surf School. Add on below.

Massage/Spa Treatments

Available on and off-site for an additional cost.

Extra yoga classes

Retreat center public classes at an exclusive rate for our guests.

Tentative Itinerary

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Dominical Adventure!

7-Day Dominical Adventure Retreat Itinerary

Hosted by Essenem Journeys, LLC

Day 1: Arrival & Grounding (Sunday)

3:00 PM | Shuttle departs SJO for Danyasa Eco Resort
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Check-in & Settle In
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Welcome Dinner & Group Intentions
8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Retreat Orientation
9:00 PM onward | Free Time & Rest

Day 2: Nature Immersion – Nauyaca Waterfalls (Monday)

6:00 AM – 7:00 AM | Morning Meditation
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Nauyaca Waterfall Hike & Nature Immersion
   • Guided hike to breathtaking waterfalls
   • Optional cold plunge
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch
2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Free Time (pool, beach, or massage)
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Dinner
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Restorative Yoga & Meditation

Day 3: Rejuvenation & Optional Surf (Tuesday)

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Morning Flow & Breathwork
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Breakfast
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free Time or Optional Surf Lessons/Massage
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Meditation & Journaling Workshop
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Evening Vinyasa + Yin Yoga

Day 4: Strength & Canyoning Adventure (Wednesday)

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Breakfast
8:15 AM – 8:30 AM | Depart Retreat Center
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Canyoning Excursion
   • Rappelling, waterfall descents & breakthroughs
   • Pura Vida Picnic & Journaling
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Return to Retreat Center
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Free Time
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Dinner
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Slow Yoga & Gratitude Practice

Day 5: Reset & Sound Healing (Thursday)

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Morning Flow
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Breakfast
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free Time or Optional Surf/Massage
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Partner Yoga & Playful Movement
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Sound Bath Healing

Day 6: Play & Waterslide Adventure (Friday)

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Sunrise Flow & Meditation
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM | Breakfast
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Natural Waterslide Excursion
   • Slide, swim, float & soak in jungle pools
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Whale Tail Beach
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Group Dinner at Lorí Restaurant
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Closing Circle

Day 7: Closing Ceremony & Departure (Saturday)

5:00 AM – 6:00 AM | Morning Meditation & Gentle Movement (Meghan)
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM | Grab & Go Breakfast
7:00 AM | Check-out & Departure Shuttle to SJO

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1. Puntarenas Province, Uvita, Costa Rica

Puntarenas Province, Uvita, Costa Rica

About your organizer

At Essenem Journeys, we are dedicated to curating unique wellness retreat programs that foster a deep connection with the environment, culture, and the self. Our team is committed to providing safe containers and qualified support to individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions. We do this through movement, nutrition, and adventure guidance. We believe in the power of community to inspire, connect, and celebrate YOUR unique journey!

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