Join us for an Āyurveda, yoga, and meditation eco-luxury jungle retreat overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Costa Rica. Set between jungle and sea, this retreat offers miles of pristine beaches, hiking trails, and a slower rhythm of life—an environment that supports deep regulation, embodied health, and inner peace.

Grounded in holistic health practices, this retreat also invites a deeper inquiry into how we experience ourselves and the world. Alongside caring for the body, we explore access to a more fundamental sense of ease, stability, and inner peace—what many come to recognize as a baseline of fundamental okayness and natural potential that is already present beneath habit and stress.

The retreat will be held at Imiloa, a boutique retreat center on 30 acres of secondary jungle in the Savegre Mountains. The land itself supports coming home to yourself and waking up to deeper dimensions, offering a simple and spacious container for both restoration and inner maturation.

Each day begins with an hour-long meditation practice devoted to steadiness of mind and direct experience. These sessions emphasize presence and turning toward the moment, supporting both nervous system regulation and insight. Over time, many participants notice a shift from effortful doing toward a more natural way of resting in awareness.

After breakfast, daily three-hour Āyurveda, dharma, and yoga workshops go well beyond general group classes. These sessions integrate Eastern wisdom with embodied understanding. Practices weave together Ayurveda, yoga, strength, somatics, breathwork, and subtle energy with inquiry into the habits of mind and perception that shape daily life. The work is progressive and embodied, supporting not only physical health but also integration and deepening—how insight is lived, stabilized, and carried into ordinary moments.

Each afternoon offers ample free time. You may choose to go to the beach, bird watch, seek out the resident sloths, or explore other adventures Costa Rica has to offer.

You may also remain on site to rest and integrate—spending time at the saltwater pool overlooking the coast, walking the jungle paths, or sitting quietly in one of many peaceful spaces. Luxury spa services are available as optional self-care.

In short, this retreat is for those who sense that wellbeing is not only about improving habits or fixing problems, but about touching something more essential in their experience. Rather than striving for a different version of yourself, this experience supports a shift in how oneself and reality is perceived and lived.

Through sustained practice, community, and immersion in nature, retreating becomes a form of collective care—offering inner resources that support how you live, relate, and serve in the world.

This retreat will allow you to unplug from your stresses, responsibilities, and news feeds to remember what is really important to you. You will get the time you need for introspection so that you can reset and come home to yourself. You’ll go deeper into your yoga and mindfulness practice and learn to create new rituals and routines. You will be awe-inspired by experiencing one of the most beautiful places on earth. You’ll also be part of an open and inclusive community of fellow spiritual seekers.

YOU’LL GET:

• curated Costa Rica retreat travel and packing guides
• a completely private retreat campus for our retreat only
• six nights and seven days of accommodation at Imiloa eco-luxury retreat center
• 3 plant-based organic gourmet meals each day created by a master 5-star chef
• tea, coffee, snacks, and fruit throughout the day
• daily Āyurveda, dharma, yoga, somatic, breath work & meditation classes, including use of yoga mats and props
• daily transportation to Dominical shops, beaches, and excursions
• 2 private charter flights to/from SJO and Quepos airports
• all inclusive SUV ground transportation
• access to a private waterfall, miles of nature paths, incredible flora and fauna, and an ocean view infinity pool

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE:

• gorgeous beaches perfect for sunning, shelling, swimming, surfing, and strolling
• guided nature/bird hikes or kayaking/SUP
• cooking classes with a master chef
• a short drive to Dominical’s shops and cafes
• access to an on-site spa with a variety of massage and healing therapies

YOU’LL LEAVE:

• feeling rested and restored
• remembering what is meaningful and important in your life
• with a deeper understanding of your constitutional makeup
• knowing how to cultivate healthier habits and routines
• with a deeper sense of your yoga and meditation practice
• with tools for living in tune with the seasons
• with tools for working with the mind
• with a sense of community, having connected with fellow spiritual travelers
• with memories that will last a lifetime

THIS IS AN EXAMPLE OF HOW EACH DAY MIGHT UNFOLD:

• 7am | Meditation & Mindfulness Practices with Andrea

• 8am | Breakfast

• 9am to 10am | Āyurveda or Dharma Talk with Andrea

• 10:15am to 12:15pm | Hatha Yoga, Somatics & Mindful Strength with Andrea

• 12:30pm | Lunch

• 1pm to 5pm | Free time for excursions, beach, spa treatments, hiking, solitude, etc.

• 5pm to 6pm | Guided Deepening with Andrea

• 6:30pm | Dinner

• 7:30pm | Guided Meditation with Rebecca

Nestled amongst the trees along a river or atop the mountain overlooking the ocean, Imiloa offers exquisite luxury accommodations.

Included in each accommodation is the comfiest mattresses, 850 thread count sheets, storage space and dry rooms, fiber optic internet, daily cleaning service, private en-suite bath, indoor/outdoor design with a focus on nature and being in your own private refuge. Thrice-filtered private well for drinking water throughout the property. Single, double, and triple occupancy are available. Explore each of the accommodations in detail along with videos – here.

Imiloa serves locally-sourced, gourmet vegan meals that are artistically plated, scientifically nourishing, and delightfully crafted. All meals are served in the heart of Imiloa, a stunning open air dining room with a view of the gardens and jungle. Daily tea, coffee, snacks, and fruit is provided throughout the day. An additional wellness bar package can be purchased that features unlimited speciality coffee drinks, smoothies, and elixirs. 

The high-class experience starts in San Jose when you are brought to our private aircraft just for you and retreat participants to be flown 15 minutes to Quepos.

At the Quepos landing strip, the friendly Imiloa team will pick you up in SUVs. The next time you’ll see your baggage will be in your accommodation. Enjoy the 30-minute drive up the mountain to Imiloa.

• A valid passport is required and must be valid at least six months after the date of travel.
• Three weeks prior to departure for the retreat you must supply your up-to-date flight information.
• Plan to arrive wheels down no later than 7:30 am on arrival day to San Jose International Airport.
• If you plan to arrive prior to the retreat start date, we will provide recommendations for hotels and transportation.
• Plan to arrive to the San Jose Domestic Airport by 7:30 am on arrival day for our charter flight.
• On departure day, you will arrive to the San Jose International Airport at 11:30 am. It is suggested to be at the international terminal 3 hours prior to your international departure; please book your departure time accordingly.
• If you would like to extend your trip, we can recommend locations, tours, and sights to see.

Days in Costa Rica are warm/hot and evenings are a little cooler, giving you reprieve from the heat. The retreat happens during the dry season, so rain will be sparse. Since we’ll be staying at a retreat center with indoor/outdoor elements, expect to be somewhat exposed to nature (including winds, cicadas, geckos, and jungle bugs), as well as the sounds of monkeys and tropical birds when the jungle wakes up. Imiloa is located in the deep jungle, the trails may have various inclines and terrain may be uneven if you choose to hike. It is recommended to bring sturdy shoes in addition to sandals or flip-flops. 

Imiloa, our retreat center, has rigorous health and safety protocols in place. Participants shall be solely responsible for complying with all Covid-19 entry requirements of the destination country and re-entry requirements back to one’s country of origin. 

Costs associated with passports (required), airfare, flight changes, airline baggage fees for any and all baggage, medical and travel insurance, vaccinations, gratuities and taxes for personal services, spa services, and tours/excursions must be met by the participant.

Cancel for any reason insurance is required. Cancel for any reason travel insurance ensures you are covered should any unexpected event arise. A personal, political, environmental, health or weather-related incident or pre-existing medical condition may prevent or interrupt your travels. Although we cannot advise on specific policies or providers, you may find this or this guide helpful. There are no exceptions with our cancellation policy due to the contractual commitments we have with our vendors who do not offer refunds or transfer of funds.

This is a substance-free retreat. A substance-free environment is one in which all guests agree to keep their space free from substances at all times. Substances are defined to include alcohol, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, other smoking materials, and illicit and illegal drugs.

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Andrea Russell, lead instructor and retreat host, is an Āyurvedic practitioner, neurovascular integration therapist, yoga therapist, and meditation teacher. She is devoted to sharing timeless eastern wisdom teachings and practices in order to give you the tools and support you need to heal, thrive, and move well. Andrea has led over 25 international retreats and 40 stateside retreats.