Join a transformative week-long horseback riding retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica, where you'll explore stunning beaches, waterfalls, jungles, and private farmlands. Highlights include a cultural visit to a local farm and a magical sunset-to-moonlight beach ride.
This retreat blends adventure with personal reflection and connection, making it an unforgettable experience in a breathtaking location.
We can accommodate different riding levels, you just need is to be comfortable riding a horse on your own, getting on and off, and spending multiple days in the saddle (ages 16+).
Please note, the maximum weight limit is 210 pounds, due to the size of our horses, here in Costa Rica.
Nosara is a peaceful coastal town on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, famous for its unspoiled beaches, surfing, and yoga. Unlike more crowded tourist spots, Nosara maintains a serene, natural vibe with strict building regulations to protect its environment. Surrounded by lush jungles, it's a haven for wildlife like howler monkeys and exotic birds. Playa Guiones, the main beach, is known for excellent surf, and the town offers eco-friendly tourism, wellness centers, and a vibrant expat community. The locals live by the "pura vida" philosophy, embracing simplicity, relaxation, and a deep connection with nature.
Recommendations when booking your flight:
The closest airport is the Liberia Airport. For the way here book your flight to arrive before 3:00-4:00pm and for your flight back book it later than 1:00pm to catch the shared shuttles.
Shared Shuttle: $70 pp - Daily shuttles at 3:00pm and 5:00pm (LIR to Nosara) Daily shuttles at 8:00am and 9:00am (Nosara to LIR) - terratournosara.com
(Get dropped off directly at the house)
Private Van: $160 pp - Pickup at any time - terratournosara.com
(Get dropped off directly at the house)
By Plane: Prices range from $130-$150 at 9:10am, 12:00pm and 3:40pm (LIR to Nosara) 8:25am and 4:45pm (Nosara to LIR) - flysansa.com
(Text us at +506 8432 2922 to pick you up from Nosara airport)
Please message us if you’d like us to help book this for you!
100% refund before August 1st 2026
50% refund before November 1st 2026
Beautiful house ON the beach!
At the house
Provided on 5 of the 6 retreat days
On 4 of the 6 retreat days
Approx. 2 hour-long distinct rides
At the house, on 2 of the days
With the horses in the ocean
We can help organize the transport
Can be CR Colones or US dollar
Meals & excursions on break day are not included (only breakfast)
Arrival: Guests arrive and check in. Dinner included at the house.
8:00am: Breakfast and meet the group
12:00 PM: Lunch provided at the house
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Sunset Beach Ride
Enjoy a scenic ride starting from South Guiones beach, navigating jungle trails and 3 different beaches, with an optional smoothie break, and concluding the ride at your villa.
7:00 PM: Dinner provided at the house.
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast
8:30 AM: Depart to Geovanni’s Farm with provided transport
9:30 AM: Engage in activities such as cow milking, learning about sustainable agriculture practices, lasso classes, interacting with farm animals, and learning from a skilled cowboy.
12:00 PM: Typical costa rican lunch at the farm, provided by the host
Afternoon: Free time & optional yoga at sunset.
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Breakfast
Free time
12:00 PM: Lunch provided at the house
3:00 PM: Drive to Geovanni's farm with provided transport.
Ride through the beautiful private farmland, surrounded by ocean views and grazing cattle.
7:00PM: Dinner provided at the house.
7:00AM - 8:00AM: Breakfast
You're free to choose your activities for the day!
Suggestions: Message us to help book these activities for you!
Massage
Surfing lesson
Canopy tour
Kayaking tour
Quad tour
Beach relaxation
Please note: Excursions, lunch and transportation are not included this day. We recommend booking activities and treatments in advance.
7:00 AM: Breakfast
8:30 AM: Optional yoga class at the house.
Free time
12:00 PM: Lunch provided at the house.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Explore Guiones and Garza beach on horseback while the sun sets, stopping for dinner at a local restaurant, followed by a moonlit return ride to the house. (Dinner is not included on this night.)
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM: Walk the horses down into the ocean for a swim and pictures.
8:00 AM: Breakfast
12:00 PM: Lunch provided at the house.
2:00 PM: Optional trip to a beautiful, secluded waterfall & dinner at Teosinte, a nearby hilltop restaurant. (Dinner not included on this night.
Departure: Guests check out and depart