Welcome nature lovers, curious adventures, and soul surfers...to a dive into the Osa Peninsula, an adventure and experience unknown to many where lush rainforest meets pristine beaches on the wild Southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica.

The Osa Peninsula is one of the most healing, magnetic places on the planet. It is almost like taking a step into Avatar. Situated in one of the last lowland rainforests left in the world, it is lush and pristine and home to 2.5% of the world’s total biodiversity. That’s a lot of life. Rich and full of animals and insects and fauna all around you, many which are found nowhere else on the planet. You will swear some have never been documented.

Each day is an exploration and discovery of yourself, and also the natural environment we are immersed in. We typically bookend the day with invigorating and healing vinyasa yoga classes perfectly tailored to the group that gathers. Classes include a well-rounded, structured practice that sets the theme for the day, while including breath & meditation, and playfully includes mixed modalities of pilates, agility training, partner yoga, and non-linear movement.

Local excursions drop you in to the surrounding environs and culture, each day highlighting an opportunity such as surfing, jungle tree-climbing, waterfall rappel, river walks, boat trip on the Gulf Dulce, equine therapy and horseback riding, massage and healing bodywork.

Delicious, locally sourced cuisine punctuate the day to sustain your activities, adventures, or hammock time... Costa Rican coffee/ tea and local fruits available with the howler monkey's call for early risers, while Breakfast/ Lunch/ Sunset cocktails at the poolside bar/ Dinner are available at typical hours.

We will reside at Encanta La Vida Ecolodge where we are fully supported with a wonderful and knowledgeable staff, daily housekeeping, in-house chefs, poolside bar available all day, and walking distance to hiking trails, rivers, and a variety of world class, local surf breaks for differing levels. Learn or hone your surfing skills on warm waves while wildlife play amongst the trees lining beautifully rugged beaches.

The Osa Peninsula is one of the most beautiful, wild, biodiverse places on the planet. Yes, it is literally at the end of the road...Off the pavement, off the grid, and about an hour away from the nearest town.

Step directly into Nature at her finest. No crowds, lines of people, or fences to keep you separate from your own intimate experience with Nature. Find secret waterfalls cascading through the jungle into refreshing, naturally formed swimming pools. Hike through the trees out to the exposed, south-facing coast. Soak in ancient tide pool bathtubs filled with warm salt water, right at the ocean's edge. Surf warm waves to stimulate your body, practice inspired yoga daily to stimulate your mind and open your heart. Enjoy being immersed in healing nature as you hone your own healing skills for body, mind, spirit. Matapalo is located just 8 degrees from the equator within primary rainforest and the largest, protected national park preserve in all of Central America. The raw energy and vibration of this land is powerful and precious, and awakens your natural state of connectedness with self and nature.

The water is warm and inviting, the waves are fun, and the locals are friendly!

Pan Dulce: Longboard or shortboard, Malibu style wave with several different take-off points for more advanced surfers, or stay in the protected bay for more beginner surfers. Breaks best at mid-tide. 5min walk from Encanta La Vida

Backwash Beach: Longboard or Shortboard, this is an A-frame wave that favors the right, and breaks in deep water at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Breaks best at low tide. 8min walk from Encanta La Vida

Matapalo: Heaviest wave, steeper and faster, and sometimes barrels. Be aware of just a few rocks on the inside to navigate. Best at a higher tide. 15min walk from Encanta La Vida

Germany: Beach break best for longboarding, fuller wave with lots of take-off spots that breaks in front of a river mouth. 10min drive from Encanta La Vida

Group or Private Surf Lessons available. Board Rentals available. Stand Up Paddleboard rentals available. Please respect surf etiquette in the water and on the beach. Pack out all your trash, this is a protected nature zone. Locals are friendly, it is a very small and wonderful community, bring your best vibes and an appetite for adventure! Sun exposure is quite strong here: be prepared with sunblock, surf hat, and long sleeve surf shirt.

FLIGHTS: TWO flights are required to get to the Osa Peninsula

1. Book your Roundtrip International flight to arrive into SJO (San Juan Santamaria, Costa Rica located in Alajuela) Allow a minimum of 3 hours between international flight arrival and local flight departure. Best flights depart LAX around 4pm on July 5th

2. Need an overnight stay in Alajuela? If this is necessary for flight timing to coordinate, we recommend staying at the nearby Fairfield Inn: includes free shuttle to/ from airport and breakfast is included.

3. Please be in touch with the Concierge at Encanta La vida: concierge@encantalavida.com to Book your local/ domestic flight on Sansa Airlines from SJO (San Juan Santamaria) to PJM (Puerto Jimenez). Please plan to arrive into Puerto Jimenez mid-morning to midday on July 6th, and depart Puerto Jimenez midday to late afternoon on July 13th (depending on your international flight departure time) Remember to allow at least 3 hours between Sansa flight and International flights to make the connection. Be advised, this a small plane: 12 seats only, and flights book up quickly, so be sure to reserve your Sansa flight ASAP. Pack light, please!

For overnight fligh travelers: It's helpful to bring eye mask, socks, ear plugs, sarong (as a blanket) so you can sleep.

How to get to Domestic Terminal/ Things to Know

Once you go through Immigration and Customs (Immigración y Aduanas), pick up your baggage, and exit SJO airport building. Walk to LEFT out of airport exit down the driveway to street

At street, turn LEFT and walk over to the Domestic Airlines building (about 300yard walk from Main airport building you just exited)

To get to the Domestic Airlines building, walk along the airport driveway (past airport exit), and turn left at the main street. You will see Domestic Airlines building at the end of the U-turn. There is a vintage yellow plane parked in front

You need to be in the domestic building to check in AT LEAST one hour prior to your departure time, otherwise they will not allow you on the flight.

Pick up in Puerto Jimenez and transfer to Encanta La Vida

We will have taxis waiting at the airport to pick up retreat guests in Puerto Jimenez, and take you to the Lodge.

Flow State: Where Nature Resets the Soul

A Jungle-to-Sea Retreat for Movement, Stillness, and Self-Discovery

Step into the rhythm of the wild—where the ocean meets the jungle and your breath meets your body.
This is a week to move with intention, explore with curiosity, and reconnect with what matters most.

Each day begins and ends with yoga and embodied practices, designed to ground you, open you, and guide you inward. We blend mindful movement with agility sessions for surfers and movers, strengthening balance, core, and flow—on and off the board, and for how you live life!

Between practices, we venture out:
🌿 Hike or horseback ride to hidden waterfalls
🌊 Surf warm, rolling waves, enjoy a boat trip on the Gulf Dulce
🏝️ Explore wild and rugged beaches
🌞 Rest in nature, hammock, or saltwater soak

Evenings are for reflection, laughter, talking story, community, and connection—with circles under the stars, nourishing meals, and space to just be.

This isn’t just a retreat. It’s a return.
To presence. To play. To your natural state—your flow state.

Each retreat is different, and each group that comes together is different. All classes are custom-tailored to the group that gathers. Each class is truly mixed levels, and we often open them up to the local community, so you will be practicing with folks who live in the neighborhood. Each practice offers a specific theme for the day, and a variety of options to accommodate levels, injuries, goals, intentions, etc. The short answer to this question is that the level is perfectly suited to YOU!

Arrive in Puerto Jimenez on July 6, and our transport will whisk you away to Encanta la Vida Lodge. Enjoy a scenic countryside ride to our ecolodge, where you'll be welcomed with refreshing coconut water and a delightful lunch. Feel free to drop your bags, kick off your shoes, and dive into the ocean or pool for a revitalizing swim or afternoon surf session. In the late afternoon, we'll gather in the Yoga Shala for a grounding, earth element yoga practice to open the hips and lower back, help you ground and arrive, and feel into your surroundings. Class is followed by cocktails/ mocktails by the pool and a delicious dinner in the open-air dining room. Drift off to sleep in your cozy cabin, serenaded by the soothing sounds of jungle cicadas.

Start your day with uplifting morning yoga, then enjoy a hearty breakfast before diving into your chosen adventure. We love to kick off our first full day immersed in the jungle vibes! Join a guided hike to a spectacular local waterfall, led by wildlife experts, then tackle an exhilarating 70-foot Matapalo tree climb. Ascend to the monkeys’ playground and rappel down, experiencing the thrill of the jungle firsthand. This hike is the perfect way to shake off travel fatigue, explore local trails, and connect with nature. 

In the afternoon, unwind with restorative yoga, sip refreshing cocktails by the pool, and savor a delicious dinner while sharing stories

Kick off your day with energizing morning vinyasa yoga, specifically suited to water element and designed to prepare you for the day's excursion...Surfing! Class is followed by a delightful breakfast. Today, we immerse ourselves in the Gulf Dulce's finest treasure: its silky, warm waters! If you’re a surfing newbie, enjoy guided lessons at Pan Dulce with the local experts at Pollo Surf School, in inviting 85-degree water—perfect for a relaxed surf lesson without the crowds. For intermediate and advanced surfers, three additional local breaks are just a short walk away. If you prefer to stay on top of the water, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) options are also available. Endless beach walks and unlimited hammock time are also available. Afternoon restorative and partner thai massage session precedes our chef-made dinner. Surfing is available daily, all day! Afternoon yoga includes myofascial release and therapy utilizing yoga tune-up balls.

Each day is marked by rejuvenating yoga sessions and delectable meals, topped off with an unforgettable local excursion. Today's Morning yoga focus on the fire element; focus, steadiness, and the art of listening. We take this into practice with our majestic, four-legged friends.... Horses! One of my favorite local excursions includes a horseback ride through the depths of the jungle with our beloved guide, Carlos. We start along the beach, then venture up a jungle path to a stunning vista overlooking the coastline. Keep an eye out for all four species of Central American monkeys, sloths, and vibrant scarlet macaws among other wildlife. Afterward, we’ll trek to a hidden waterfall for a refreshing dip before heading back... and Yes! We typically gallop on our way to the ranch! We can unwind at Martina's Cantina with a cold drink and a leisurely walk back to the lodge. Evening yoga features breath work and meditation.

Today, we enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Puerto Jimenez during the tranquil morning hours to board a boat and cruise the Gulf Dulce, one of the world's four tropical fjords. Keep an eye out for three species of dolphins, humpback whales with their calves, and a variety of seabirds, while snorkeling at a local reef restoration site. This unique experience offers a close look at the region's ecology and stunning views. Return to the lodge for afternoon, Air element-based vinyasa yoga practice featuring backbends and balancing. Optional visit to the local cantina for community social night after dinner

By now, everyone has the lay of the land—beaches, rivers, and all the beauty between. Today is yours to design and flow with...
Start with Maha morning Vinyasa yoga, this special class culminating our learning and progress through the week. End the day back in the Yoga Shale for closing cacao ceremony and restorative yoga circle....and in between? It’s all you. Surf, hike, nap by the pool, get a massage, journal in a hammock, or simply do nothing at all.
After dinner, we celebrate—poolside dance party style.

Sunrise Yoga to integrate and seal in the juice from our week together. New friendships and deep memories are the most valuable souvenirs to take home. Brunch is followed by checkouts and departures for Puerto Jimenez.

Encanta la Vida spa offers massage treatments, facials, and reiki. Relax with a cool drink by the salt water pool. Daily housekeeping and linens changed mid-week. Full service restaurant and bar featuring favorite local cocktail recipes and a variety of fresh fruit smoothies and mocktails. 3 surf breaks walking distance from the lodge, with a full quiver of boards available for rentals. Recommendations and guidance for additional local excursions and waterfall hikes.