Yoga On The Osa!

Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

JJ
Jennifer Jamieson
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7 reviews
Jun 22 - 30, 2023
Group size: 10 - 22
Yoga On The Osa!
Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Jennifer Jamieson
  • Email address verified
7 reviews

Jun 22 - 30, 2023
Group size: 10 - 22

About this trip

Join me for Yoga on the Osa! 

A yoga retreat on The Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica! This is an absolutely awe inspiring, amazing retreat made for adventurous, nature, and wild life lovers! The Osa Peninsula is one of the most bio diverse and dense places on the planet! Macaw parrots, toucans, and other tropical birds fly around the grounds, while white face monkeys play in the trees. The Osa Peninsula is rich with an amazing history of the land, the people, and mother nature.


THE LODGING in San José:

ADVENTURE INN:

For an overnight stay in San José, upon arrival, our favorite hotel is the cozy and comfortable Adventure Inn, offering free airport transfers, a wonderful complimentary exotic fruit buffet and hot served breakfast, large comfortable fully equipped rooms, free international calls, powerful WiFi, pool, Jacuzzi, gym, restaurant and bar all in a pleasant and safe neighborhood setting.  To make your reservation(s) go to: www.adventure-inn.com/promo/oceanforest to receive a 10% discount and another 5% off for cash payment. The hotel does not charge your credit card before arrival allowing you to pay cash at check out for the discount. You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. Reservations: 1-866-258-4740 / Tel: +506-2239-2633  https://www.adventure-inn.com/contact/ Anyone who leaves before Adventure Inn’s 7 am breakfast will have a breakfast-to-go, to tie them over. They just have to order it up to 9 pm the night before.


THE LODGING on the Osa:

OCEAN FOREST Eco Lodge:

The retreat center, Ocean Forest, is located right next to Corcovado National Park, often referred to as Costa Rica's little Amazon. It is also located right by Caño Island, known to be one of the best scuba and snorkel destinations in Costa Rica. 

If glamping on a tropical beach,  in the rain forest, immersed in tropical nature and wildlife, sounds magical, this 7 night retreat is for you! However, this retreat is not for everyone. It is in a remote location without modern comforts and conveniences. Ocean Forest is an Ecolodge, not a hotel or resort, it is an eco experience! There is no air conditioning and not all cabins have hot water. Cold showers are a great way to cool off, because it will most likely be hot!

 

THE WEATHER:

It will be the beginning of Costa Rica's green/rainy season. We will experience tropical rain, sometimes heavy! Average weather patterns are clear mornings and sun with rain arriving in the mid to late afternoon, heavier at night. But it will of course be a surprise! Part of our practice of adventure, adaptability, and equanimity!

 We will also have sun shine, which means a good chance of rainbows! The green season is lush and brings out wild life. It also means there will be ripe fruit like mangoes! The green season is also whale watching season and often turtle nesting time. Temperatures average in the upper 80's to low 90's dropping to lower 80's high 70's at night. We should expect high humidity. The ocean temperature averages around 83 degrees, so fabulous for swimming! And there are rivers and waterfalls to explore!


THE RETREAT:

We will have daily yoga and meditation, as well as options for activities and excursions. There is so much to do and explore right around the grounds of the Ecolodge.

Included Activities/Excursions:

*On-site library

*On-site botanical garden

*Kayaking

*Surfing 

*Ocean swimming

*Endangered Species Labyrinth

*Several hikes to local nature attraction including bat caves, Drake Bay, and White Hawk Nature Trail


Other Excursions (for purchase): 

*Rio Clara River and Rain Forest Tour: A beautiful half day rain forest and ocean vistas walk behind the lodge.  2 guests minimum, $40/person (6 + guests: $25/person)


*Night Rain Forest Tour: The rain forest is most mysterious at night!  2 guests minimum, $40 /person (6 + guests: $25/person)


*Horseback Riding: Trot along the beach, then visit the rainforest on well trained horses.

Min. 2 people $80 per adult 


*Ethnobotatical Walk: Learn the hidden wonders and potent attributes of useful plants!

Requires a minimum of two participants, cost is $40/person, 6 plus guests, cost: $25


*Scuba Diving at Caño Island: The most epic scuba diving near mainland Costa Rica

Cost $140 /person for two dives and $195 for three dives, with Caño Divers


*Snorkeling at Caño Island: The most epic snorkeling near mainland Costa Rica where coral shelves harbor rich oceanic life; Cost $90 /person with Caño Divers


*Dolphin & Whale Encounters: Get a unique, close up view of these most majestic giants of the sea; Cost $115 /person


*Canopy Zip Line Tour:  Birds eye rain forest perspective while traversing eleven different cable runs; Cost: $75/person (Does not include $60 round trip jeep ride – shared by group)


AND MORE!!!! There is so much to see and do!


THE FOOD:

You will receive 3 fresh meals a day plus tea and coffee. Beer or wine is extra with your meal.  

Meal Times:

Breakfast: 8 am 

Lunch: 1 pm 

Dinner: 6 pm

Tea-Time: Self-serve coffee, cacao and locally grown teas.

Meals are served three times a day, prepared with the utmost of care to provide fresh, natural, and nutritious cuisine; scrumptious, home-cooked vegetarian and/or fish and chicken; home-baked bread, fresh seasonal fruits and juices. Picnic box lunches are provided on excursion days.

The harvest from Ocean Forest's culinary garden and fruit trees, depending on the season, are added to the table plus organic coffee, tea (herbal and store bought) plus Guayusa tea grown in our garden.  Guayusa has been part of Amazonian culture for over 2000 years and is treasured for its unique balance of caffeine, antioxidants, vitamins and amino acids which awaken the mind and fortify the body. [www.guayusatea.com]

The adventure to get there from San Jose

 Land travel to Sierpe

Taking a shuttle to Sierpe is the recommended option for groups and budget traveling

● 5 ~ 6 hour Land Transfer to Sierpe . About 50 miles South of Dominical, pass the towns of Quepos, Dominical and Palmar Norte
● In Sierpe arrive at the Donde Jorge Restaurant and boat docks
● 1 hour 30 minutes Boat ride to San Josecito Beach 
● 15 minute Beach Walk south to Ocean Forest Ecolodge

Boat ride from Sierpe ~ “EL COLECTIVO”

The spectacular boat ride to Ocean Forest Ecolodge is part of the exhilarating adventure of getting here! The boat skips over the jade colored water. Gorgeous views of the verdant green rain forest hills can be seen. This boat ride takes us through one of the largest mangrove estuaries in the tropics. 

The spectacular boat ride to Ocean Forest Ecolodge is part of the exhilarating adventure of getting here! The boat skips over the jade colored water. Gorgeous views of the verdant green rainforest hills can be seen. This boat ride takes us through one of the largest mangrove estuaries in the tropics. 

There are no docks here, so all boat drop offs are beach drop offs. This means all visitors must be prepared to get their feet wet when getting off the boat. Please wear easy dry clothes, water sandals for getting off the boat and cover your luggage with a plastic bag to protect it, if it rains.

*Private boat rentals are available at a separate rate

Departure Day

Departure via The Sierpe River:

The Sierpe River mouth is an impressive sight to be seen. The boat ride passes through the largest mangrove estuaries in the new world tropics. 

6:00 AM Breakfast

6:30 AM Departure: 20 minute Beach Walk north to San Josecito Bay  >>>

6:50 AM Water Ferry: 1.5  hours to Sierpe  >>>

8:30 AM Arrival at Sierpe river-town boat dock


Onward by Land

  • 10 AM Departure from Sierpe by land shuttle
  • To San Jose international airport give yourself 5½ + hours

Onward by Air

  • From Sierpe 20 minute Taxi to Palmar Sur airport
  • 10:15 AM Local flight to SJO International Airport, arriving at 11 AM to the Domestic Terminal

The boat and land round trips are included in the retreat cost.

*The air options for travel are not included. Rates are fairly reasonable. I can help you with this option if you want.

What’s included

  • 7 nights lodging
    7 nights lodging at Ocean Forest Eco Lodge. Simple accommodations, screened in cabins with private in suite bathroom. No air conditioning, no hot water. Ocean and jungle/garden views. Wild life magic!
  • 7 days meals
    Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Simple , clean and delicious meals using local ingredients. Vegetarian options available. Tea and coffee also included.
  • Ground transportation
    Round trip mini bus transportation from Adventure Inn to Sierpe. And transport back to San Jose from Sierpe.
  • Boat transportation
    Round trip boat transport too and from Sierpe to our retreat destination.
  • Tips for the staff
    Ocean Forest asks for $10/day tip for staff, equaling $70/trip.
  • 13% Costa Rica hotel tax
    Costa Rica has a 13% tourist/hotel tax
  • 7 days daily yoga
    Yoga practice offered twice a day. We will also be practicing mindfulness and meditation.
  • Daily activities
    There are many activities available like swimming in the ocean, walking to a river to swim, night time bioluminescence (if we are lucky) hiking and exploring.

What’s not included

  • Night at Adventure Inn
    https://www.adventure-inn.com/
  • Airfare
    including any flight options for travel within Costa Rica AND trip insurance (highly recommended)
  • Tips for bus and boat
    It is considerate to tip the bus and boat drivers.

Available Packages

Early Bird double occupancy

*Receive a $300 early bird discount if you register before April 30th!

*Full price double occupancy is $2300. The price for a double occupancy booking with the early bird discount is $2000. 

*Double occupancy rooms are great for folks traveling in pairs. If you don't have a travel partner you will be given a roommate.

*Most double occupancy rooms have 1 singe and 1 double bed. All are screened in and have an in suite bathroom. 

*No air conditioning.

*Most do not have hot water, if a hot shower is important to yo message me when you book. The two cabins with hot showers will be first come first serve.

*All are surrounded by wild life, immersed in nature!

*Beach front cabins are first come first serve.



$2,000
Deposit: $1,000
Early Bird Triple Occupancy

*It has an in-suite bathroom and are screened in. There is no air conditioning. Both are surrounded by the gardens and wild life!

(or message me to discuss your plans)

*Receive $300 off the full triple occupancy price if you register by April 30th!

* Full price for a triple occupancy booking is $2200. The price for a triple occupancy booking with the early bird discount is $1900. 

*It has an insuite bathroom and are screened in. There is no air conditioning. Both are surrounded by the gardens and wild life!

*no air-conditioning, most have no hot water. Message me if you really want a hot shower, these cabins will be first come first serve.

$1,900
Deposit: $1,000
Early Bird Single Occupancy

*Receive $300 off the full single occupancy price, if you register and pay your deposit by April 30th.

*The full price for a single occupancy room is $2600. The price for a single occupancy booking with the early bird discount is $2300.

$2,300
Deposit: $1,000
Jodi discount early bird triple occupanc

This is only available for Jodi's friend she is partially sponsoring!

If you'd like to sponsor a friend let me know!

$1,700
Deposit: $1,000
Partial scholarship
$1,600
Deposit: $1,000


Itinerary

Yoga on the Osa
with Jennifer!

7 night yoga retreat with Jennifer Jamieson in wild and beautiful Costa Rica.

Arrive on June 23. Yoga offered daily. We will have options for an active yoga practice as well as gentle yoga and yoga Nidra. We will also be having dharma talks (discussions about yoga philosophy), practicing mindfulness, pranayama, and meditation.

We have 3 meals a day as a group.

Relax and explore! 

Many activities and excursions are available.

Your Organizer


JJ
Jennifer Jamieson
7 reviews
Jennifer Jamieson, RYT 200, RYT 500 and IYAT Yoga Therapy training includes accessible/adaptive yoga, restorative yoga, strength and conditioning, Ayurvedic principles, meditation, and mindfulness. Jennifer, a single mom, finds that her yoga practice benefits her most by being present, especially with her family and friends. She teaches compassionate, accessible yoga.

Reviews

Thank you, Jennifer, for introducing me to Yelapa! What a wonderful community. And our yoga retreat cohort was such a fantastic group of people. I appreciate that you were able to accommodate me and my sister having side-by-side rooms, with a connecting door on our patios, too! The food was outstanding. The pace of the trip was perfect. Plenty to do for those who like a more active retreat. And for those, like me, who prefer a slower pace with less socializing, it was great, too. It was a judgment-free and safe space. I couldn't get enough of the saltwater pool and hot tub. What luxury! The view and being right on the ocean was amazing. I could go on but you get the idea. My sister and I are already discussing the possibility of going again next year. Thank you, thank you, thank you! ♥
By Iris L for Yoga in Yelapa Feb. 17-24, 2024 on Mar 08, 2024
This trip was awesome: well planned, beautiful surroundings, delicious food, amazing people. Loved it.
By Leslie H for Yoga in Yelapa Feb. 17-24, 2024 on Feb 25, 2024
Wow, what an amazing week! Jennifer and her lovely team put on such a thoughtful retreat. From the food, to the excursions, this week was full of genuine connection, playing on the beach, waterfall hikes, mouth watering food, laughs, and yoga to top it all off. We had beautiful ocean views from the yoga deck where whales just happened to be playing with their babies, and parrots chirping at us from above. Jennifer is so good at tapping into the groups energy and knowing what we needed each day for our yoga experience. I wouldn’t only go again, I can’t wait!! Thank you Jennifer, Lela, and Liz! You all rock.
By Sonja K for 2023 Yelapa Yoga Retreat Early Bird $1700 Feb 11-18 is full! on Mar 02, 2023
Another wonderful yoga retreat with Jennifer is in the books. I highly recommend any and all of Jennifer's retreats. She and Liz did an incredible job of orchestrating the entire trip from our arrivals in PV, first night dinner in PV, water taxi and luggage transportation to Pura Vita, room selections, meals, excursions AND lots of wonderful yoga and dharma conversations the entire week. There was a good amount of structured time with various other options as well, or time to explore on your own was always allowed and encouraged. It was a great balance and answered everyone's different needs. Jennifer is an incredible yoga teacher with such a big and generous heart. Her love of life and adventure is infectious! She makes you feel comfortable in your body and the level you are at with your yoga practice. Her knowledge and guidance in all things yoga are invaluable. All and all I can not recommend enough Jennifer, Pura Vita and Yelapa. It is all so magical!!!
By Petra L for 2023 Yelapa Yoga Retreat Early Bird $1700 Feb 11-18 is full! on Feb 26, 2023
So grateful I was able to participate in this amazing experience for a second year. It was an outstanding retreat that brought people of different ages, yoga abilities, and from different places together to not only practice yoga in a gorgeous place, but to have fun. Yelapa is a magical place with a deep history. Seeing whales, parrots, pelicans and butterflies each day from the yoga platform was awe-inspiring. Jennifer is an exceptional teacher who respects and accepts everyone, and makes yoga accessible no matter what level a person practices. I highly recommend this experience.
By Mary P for 2023 Yelapa Yoga Retreat Early Bird $1700 Feb 11-18 is full! on Feb 24, 2023
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