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About this trip
Join us for the 7th Annual Peace Retreat SUP Yoga Adventure ☮️
Escape to a magical destination to reconnect, recharge, and revive. Located along the Sea of Cortez, La Paz in Spanish means 'Peace.' This description couldn't be more apt - from white sand beaches, calm seas, extensive coral reefs, uninhabited islands surrounded by crystalline waters. This is the perfect setting for you to reset, relax, and play in paradise.
Named the 'World's Ocean Aquarium' by famous ocean diver Jacque Cousteau, La Paz's touts a rich history of reef protection and is one of the world's most diverse marine protected areas.
We'll spend four luxurious nights at the Costa Baja Resort, a 5-star tropical beach paradise filled with yoga, stand-up paddling, snorkeling, massage, delicious food (various options for plant based or vegetarian tastes, community, and adventure with a like-minded group of fellow travelers. Most of our guests return year after year to enjoy the long weekend getaway to rejuvenate their soul in La Paz.
We provide you with a safe adventure to connect deeply with yourself, nature, and the other guests. We will share the peaceful vibe of this uniquely laid-back resort, paddle, swim in a warm blue ocean, or go meet the local community as you stroll through old LaPaz.
Flights to La Paz or San Jose Del Cabo are available from any major airport, and we will work with each guest to make sure your trip is safe from your home to and from the hotel. (We will organize guests to travel together or with us!) Flight and transfers costs are not included in the fee and can range from $300 - $600 depending on your location. Please send us an email for more details.
This is a sustainable travel retreat! We require you to bring a reusable water bottle and reusable utensils for traveling. Plant-based and vegetarian options available at the resort. And please, wipe out your carbon footprint by investing in SeaTrees as low as $10 per flight. We hope to make this a collective carbon neutral retreat. 🌎
We look forward to hosting the 7th annual Peace Retreat in La Paz!💙
Book early as this trip sells out! We allow less than 15 guests each year!
➡️ Please send us an email before booking. Let us know why you want to join us on the Peace Retreat adventure!
Michelle Gierst - theliquidyogi@yahoo.com
Juli Schulz - ecosupjuli@gmail.com
***You must have a valid COVID Vaccination & recent booster in order to attend the retreat. (Vaccination card required) We will adhere to the hotels rules on masking and safety. And most of the retreat takes place outdoors, including meals.
Hosted by Michelle Gierst & Juli Schulz
Stand Up Paddling SUP
We are WPA certified guides for Stand Up Paddling (SUP). The retreat includes a private SUP lesson for newbees and anyone who wants to improve their paddle skills. The instruction includes:
-Safety Skills: board, paddle, and people safety, weather, waves, tides, currents
-Paddling Skills: from carrying the board, standing, paddling, strokes, equipment
Whaleshark Snorkel Adventure
We'll journey together to Isla Espiritu, the 'Island of Spirits' just off the coast of LA Paz. A marine protected area and declared part of a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1995. We will immerse in the blue sea to swim & snorkel with whale sharks, baby seals, and mobula rays. And then spend a relaxing afternoon on Ensanada Grande Beach, voted the most beautiful beach in Mexico by Travel Magazine. If were lucky, we may even get a visit from dolphins or whales🐳 (this trip is an additional cost- see details)
Yoga, SUPYoga, Meditation, Spa
Upon arrival, we will open the retreat with an Intention Circle on the beach. And each day includes yoga, SUPyoga classes available, meditation, journaling, stargazing and sea adventures. This is a safe space to help you explore the journey within - perfect for meditation beginners and anyone who has a personal practice. Costa Baja's Espiritu Spa- a unique wellness experience. Enjoy a wide range of treatments - mystical reiki-holistic concept with a fusion of aromatherapy with local herbs and flowers, Reiki, and chakra balancing tho compliment the massages. Perfect after a long day of exercise.
Plant Based Private Dinner w/ Local Chef
Daily gourmet breakfast and 2 plant-based dinners at our private villa with a local chef to enjoy under the stars. Guests will be able to explore lunch and two dinners at the hotel's Steinbeck Restaurant, nearby marina restaurants and one night we will adventure into La Paz for strolling and a group dinner. Daily breakfast and two plant-based dinners are included in the package.
What’s included
- Length of Trip4-nights, 5 days stay at Costa Baja Resort, a 5-star hotel outside of La Paz, Mexico
- Daily BreakfastDaily Gourmet Breakfast is included. And afternoon smoothies by the pool! (non alcoholic drinks included)
- 2 Plant-Based DinnersWe will host two private plant-based dinners with our chef poolside at our private villa.
- SUP & SUPYogaThis is the perfect place to try & experience paddling and SUP yoga. SUP instructions & equipment are included.
- Whaleshark Snorkel TripIsla Espiritu Boat Adventure to snorkel with whale sharks, baby seals, rays and so many more (includes lunch, equipment/wetsuit)
- Yoga & MeditationDaily Yoga, meditation, journaling, Intention Circle, Stargazing, Sound Bath, yoga mats onsite.
- Daily SunsetsDaily sunsets & meditation. Plus, photo shoot! The sunsets here are AMAZING!
- Animal Spirit ReadingAnimal Spirit Card Reading by Juli for each guest!
What’s not included
- AirfareYou cover roundtrip flights to La Paz or Cabo San Lucas (Talk to us before you book for group arrival times)
- Shuttle ServiceFlying into San Jose del Cabo or LaPaz airport- shuttle service can be arranged with the group - before you book flights please let us help you make group arrangements ($75 with 4 person min.)
- Lunch & 2 dinnersYou can enjoy lunch & 2 dinners at the hotel, nearby restaurants, bay club. These are not included in the retreat fee. One night, we will explore La Paz for dinner too.
- Alcohol Drinks/Room SerThis can be paid with hotel directly via your room number
- Massage + Spa5-star massage, Reiki and bodywork(additional costs for massage/spa paid to hotel)
- Donations for KidsEach year, we bring donations for the children and families of La Paz through Care for Kids La Paz. We ask that. your bring a monetary donation or clothes, shoes, toys for donation as well.
Available Packages
Luxury room with 2-double beds or one king bed for two persons
Package Includes:
This is an inclusive resort package with hotel stay, all you can breakfast each day & non-alcohol drinks. Plus two plant-based private dinners. And afternoon smoothies by the pool.
included in the price, daily yoga & SUP yoga, daily paddle boarding & instruction,
SUP equipment - board & paddle, yoga mats. Plus boat excursion.
*Less than 15 persons on the retreat!
Luxury room with one king bed for one person
Package Includes:
This is an inclusive resort package with hotel stay, all you can breakfast each day & non-alcohol drinks. Plus two plant-based private dinners. And afternoon smoothies by the pool.
included in the price, daily yoga & SUP yoga, daily paddle boarding & instruction,
SUP equipment - board & paddle, yoga mats. Plus boat excursion.
*Less than 15 persons on the retreat!
Available options
Itinerary
Upon our arrival at Costa Baja Resort, our first glance is through the open air lobby that gives you the most breathtaking view of the bay of La Paz. We will get you settled in the room, take a dip in the ocean or pool. In the evening, we will meet on the beach for the Intention Circle - to center, meditate, and meet each other - right before the magical sunset. Dinner to follow.