Submerge yourself in an experience that fuses sisterhood, adventure, and the strengthening of your inner compass. Reimagine solo travel with community at its core.

The Embodied Adventurer Retreat is a 7-day journey designed to awaken your inner explorer as we venture through the lush landscapes of Uvita, Costa Rica. This retreat is intentionally crafted for women who want to travel but don’t want to do it alone, and for first-time solo travelers seeking a soft, supported introduction to discovering the world.

From the vibrant greens of the tropical forest to the crystal tide pools along Caño Island, your days will be filled with immersive adventures: swimming alongside an array of marine life on protected lands, off-the-beaten-path hiking, witnessing chocolate cultivation at an organic farm, and unwinding with tranquil nights by the beach.

And while many guided experiences are included, you’ll also have spacious downtime to explore on your own with the skills, confidence, and community support to make solo travel feel safe, empowering, and deeply fulfilling.

Join a circle of like-hearted women ready to connect not just with each other, but with the pulse of pura vida — the simple, potent joy of being alive, present, and wildly curious.

ABOUT YOUR HOSTS

The Embodied Adventurer Collective was created by two women, Sofiya and Maria, who have spent more than a decade traveling the world solo. Our mission is to guide women in overcoming the fears that hold them back from exploring and open the door to the wonder, connection, and personal power waiting on the other side.

We believe solo travel is one of the most transformative experiences a woman can have. Through intentional guidance, meaningful community, and curated adventures, we help women cultivate the confidence to travel independently while still feeling held by a supportive small group.

Our retreats create a bridge from uncertainty to courage, from hesitation to expansion, from traveling alone to finally feeling at home in the world. We invite you to join us as you learn to connect with the world by honing your senses of adventure, awe, and belonging.

Arrive in San José and settle into Costa Rica at an unhurried pace. After your included transfer, we’ll gather for a relaxed welcome briefing before heading out together for a local dinner — a chance to meet your fellow travelers and begin easing into the rhythm of the week ahead.

Meals included: Dinner

We’ll travel together toward the coast, making our way to Uvita and our home for the week: Synergy Retreat Center. Along the journey, we’ll pause for a beachfront lunch and local explorations along the coast before arriving to jungle views, warm welcomes, and time to settle in.

Spend the afternoon getting oriented — booking spa services, exploring the grounds, or simply resting. In the evening, Maria will guide a grounding yoga practice to help your body and nervous system arrive fully.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Today offers an invitation into courage — practiced at your own pace.

We’ll journey into the Diamante Private Reserve for a fully guided hike through the rainforest. This experience includes sweeping waterfall views, time to cool off in natural pools, and optional moments of challenge for those who feel called — including rappelling with professional guides.

This is a physically demanding day, and listening to your body is part of the practice. Participation is always a choice.

We’ll return to Synergy for nourishment, rest, and optional gentle yoga to help your body unwind.

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Begin the day with morning yoga before visiting a nearby family-run cacao farm to experience chocolate production from seed to cup.

In the afternoon, we’ll gather for a Travel Mindset Workshop, offering tools to help you navigate uncertainty, build confidence, and trust yourself more deeply while traveling. We'll invite you to plan a “Choose Your Own Adventure” for the following day — supported, never forced.

The evening closes with a guided meditation to ground insights gained and to set intentions for the rest of the retreat.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

This is a day designed to help you practice independence — with community nearby.

After morning yoga and a reflective “wonder walk-shop,” the day is yours. Surf, rest, wander town, sit by the sea, or explore with a new friend. *Option to enjoy a nourishing meal at Synergy Retreat Center, or treat yourself to lunch at one of the many restaurants in Uvita. You’ll be supported with resources, optional prompts, and playful mini challenges to help you move through the day with curiosity and confidence.

Meals Included: Breakfast | *Lunch | Dinner

We’ll take to the water for a guided boating and snorkeling experience at Isla del Caño, known for its vibrant marine life and clear waters. Let the ocean remind you how connected everything truly is.

That evening, we’ll gather for a closing celebration — sharing stories, moving our bodies, and sealing the courage we’ve practiced together with breath and movement.

Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Enjoy a final family-style breakfast before returning to San José together. While the journey ends, the confidence and connection you’ve built comes home — and anywhere else you choose to explore — with you.

Meals included: Breakfast