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Pura Vida Wellness Retreat

Feb 13 - 21, 2027

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Jess Holmes

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Overview


8-day wellness-focused journey across Costa Rica.

Day 1 · Sat, Feb 13


Pre-Trip Lodging

Feb 13, 2027

Day 2 · Sun, Feb 14 · San José


Arrival in San José — Transport to Hotel

Arrival Transfer Juan Santamaría International Airport → San José You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Meet your Trip Leader

Duration: 1 hour Your opportunity to meet your Trip Leader and fellow travelers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Check the notice in the lobby or ask reception for the official time and place to m...

Hotel Radisson San José (or similar)

Check in to Hotel Radisson San Jose (or similar) in San José.

Day 3 · Mon, Feb 15 · La Fortuna


Private Transfer from San José to La Fortuna

Private Vehicle San José → La Fortuna (via Sarapiquí) — 4 hours Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour

Location: Sarapiquí Visit the Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative in San Miguel de Sarapiquí and find out where your cup of java comes from. See shade-grown coffee plants and learn about harvesting, husking, drying, and roasting the beans before enjoyi...

La Fortuna Yoga Class

Join the group for the first included yoga class on the hotel grounds, led by a teacher from a local studio with a stunning backdrop of Arenal Volcano. The tranquil setting sets the mood for the week to come.

Magic Mountain (or similar)

Stay at Magic Mountain (or similar) in La Fortuna.

Day 4 · Tue, Feb 16 · La Fortuna


Stand Up Paddle Boarding Class on Lake Arenal

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner Head to nearby Lake Arenal for an included stand-up paddleboard (SUP) class. If this is your first time on a SUP, the instructor will help you get set up before starting the class.

Free Time in La Fortuna

Time: Afternoon Enjoy free time in the afternoon to experience the outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife, and natural wonders in this area. Opt to go canyoning, hiking, or use the time for rest and meditation around La Fortuna.

Optional Activity Add Ons | Pay on Site

La Fortuna Waterfall Hike & Swim - $20 - Pay On Site Take a walk, taxi, or horse just outside the town of La Fortuna to the nearby waterfall. After paying the entrance fee at the gate, descend more than 500 rough steps to the base of the falls. Th...

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Pura Vida Cooking Class

Spend a half-day at a farm in La Fortuna for a cooking class that features some of Costa Rica’s favorite dishes. Start with a tour of the farm’s orchards and gardens, collect some ingredients for your meal, then head to the kitchen to learn to pre...

Arenal Lava Trails Hike

Hot Springs Soak

In the evening, visit hot springs around La Fortuna for a relaxing soak in the thermal waters situated at the base of Arenal Volcano. Immerse yourself in therapeutic waters heated by earth’s magma and infused with minerals and salts. Rejuvenate yo...

Yoga Session

Take part in a yoga class back on the hotel grounds on a yoga deck (el salto).

Day 5 · Wed, Feb 17 · Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park


Private Transfer: La Fortuna to Rincón de la Vieja

Private Vehicle La Fortuna → Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park — 3.5–4.5 hours Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. Home to two volcanoes, Rincón de la Vieja is lush jungle with extensive flora and fauna...

Rincón de la Vieja Yoga Class

Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga class on the way to the hotel before arriving in Rincón de la Vieja.

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin (or similar)

Stay at Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin (or similar) near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park.

Day 6 · Thu, Feb 18 · Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park


Volcanic Mud Bath + Hot Springs

Enjoy a day of exploring Rincón de la Vieja National Park. Start with a short hike to one of the volcanic mud pools in the area. Visit natural hot springs with very hot mountain streams and sulfuric ponds filled with bubbling mud. Step in and get ...

Free time in Rincón de la Vieja

Time: Afternoon Enjoy free time to hike one of the many trails in the park, go ziplining, or tubing along the Rio Negro, or spend time relaxing at the lodge.

Optional Activity Add Ons | Pay On Site

Canyon Canopy Tour - $50 - Pay On Site Enjoy a zipline tour through the White River Canyon that includes ziplines, rappelling, rock climbing, and hanging bridges over a narrow river canyon. The course features 7 zipline cables, 1 hanging bridge, 2...

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Tubing River Adventure

You’ll have the time of your life riding the watery rollercoaster of the Black River (Rio Negro) in individual inner tube rafts on our Rio Negro Tubing Adventure. Enjoy non-stop fun and excitement bouncing and splashing down 5 km (3 miles) of clas...

Day 7 · Fri, Feb 19 · Playa Carrillo


Private Transfer to Playa Carrillo

Private Vehicle Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park → Playa Carrillo — 4–5 hours Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. Travel from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park to Playa Carrillo, known for being...

Playa Carrillo Sunset Yoga Class

Location: Playa Carrillo Enjoy an evening yoga class on the hotel grounds near the idyllic crescent bay of Playa Carrillo. The sunsets here are guaranteed to impress.

Hotel Nammbu (or similar)

Stay at Hotel Nammbu (or similar) near Playa Carrillo.

Day 8 · Sat, Feb 20 · Playa Carrillo


Surf Lesson at the Beach

Head to the beach for an included surf lesson. Slather on sunscreen, strap on a leash, pull on a rash guard, and get ready to hit the waves. Learn tips and techniques from your instructor, then hang ten like a local.

Free time in Playa Carrillo

Time: Afternoon Enjoy free time this afternoon to relax on the beach or back at the hotel, meditate, or reflect on the journey of the past week.

Optional Activity Add Ons | Pay On Site

Ocean Kayak and Snorkel - $73 - Pay On Site Kayak on the Pacific Ocean to a tropical island where you can snorkel among marine life and enjoy the natural beauty of the coast. Stand-up Paddle Boarding - $61 - Pay On Site Try stand-up paddleboarding...

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Playa Carrillo Sunset Yoga Class

Location: Playa Carrillo Enjoy an evening yoga class on the hotel grounds near the idyllic crescent bay of Playa Carrillo. The sunsets here are guaranteed to impress.

Day 9 · Sun, Feb 21 · San José


Transfer from Playa Carrillo to San José Airport

Private Vehicle Playa Carrillo → San José — 4–5 hours Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. Bid farewell to the coast and travel back to San José. The trip ends on arrival at San José Airport. Please do not book...