• Group Ground Transport to/from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Retreat Center.
• 6 Nights Accommodations: 1 night at Airport Hotel and 5 nights at Retreat Center.
• Three Meals per Day (excluding alcoholic beverages) starting with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day.
• Daily Yoga and Wellness Practices
• Karma Yoga Service Project
• Guided On-Site Eco Tour
• 1 Full-Day Excursion chosen by your retreat leaders
• Personal Retreat Time (having time to nap, explore, walk, read, and just be)

Accommodations

Nestled within hundreds of acres of protected rainforest overlooking Costa Rica’s stunning South Pacific coastline, this eco-friendly retreat center offers a peaceful sanctuary where nature, comfort, and sustainability come together. Bordering Marino Ballena National Park, the property is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, scenic hiking trails, and breathtaking views of the ocean and rainforest, creating the perfect setting to unwind, reconnect, and immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s extraordinary natural beauty.

Rooted in a deep commitment to conservation and sustainable living, this family-founded retreat center was thoughtfully designed to exist in harmony with its natural surroundings. The atmosphere is simple, welcoming, and relaxed, with charming bungalow-style accommodations that reflect the beauty of the landscape. Each room is unique in size and layout, featuring natural materials, locally inspired craftsmanship, and beautiful details made from sustainably sourced wood, stone, shell, and sand. Accommodations are available in single or double occupancy, with ocean views varying by room.

Guests will enjoy three freshly prepared meals daily, featuring nourishing ingredients, healthy vegetarian options, and selections of fish and/or chicken. Organic ingredients are incorporated whenever available.

Please note: The group will spend the first night of the retreat at an airport hotel before traveling to the retreat center.

A Day in Playa Uvita…

Wake up to the sounds of tropical birds and the gentle rhythm of the rainforest. Here, where the jungle meets the Pacific Ocean, nature is right outside your door, inviting you to explore, unwind, and discover the magic of Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast.

Wander along scenic trails through the protected rainforest reserve, where towering trees, vibrant tropical flowers, and an incredible diversity of wildlife await. Keep your eyes open for playful monkeys, colorful butterflies, toucans, sloths, and other fascinating creatures that call this lush ecosystem home.

Cool off with a refreshing dip in the rainforest swimming pool, or discover a secluded natural swimming hole tucked among the trees. For those seeking a little adventure, a beautiful jungle trail leads to Playa Arco, a hidden gray-sand beach within Marino Ballena National Park. 

Whether you’re exploring the rainforest, enjoying the peaceful waters, watching wildlife from the lodge, or simply taking in the sweeping coastal views, this extraordinary setting offers countless opportunities to slow down, connect with nature, and experience the beauty of pura vida.

Mike Curtis (E-RYT500) has completed numerous yoga certifications. Mike is a reader, nature lover, yoga utilitarian and a musician. Mike has a doctorate in music and teaches at Malone University. Mike is on the board of Ohio Forest Sanctuaries and is one of the founding members. 

Mike has traveled to Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. Mike lived in Spain for a year and a half, in Turkey for 6 months, and in Ecuador for a year, where he was blessed with a Rotary graduate scholarship. He also is grateful to have studied music for a year in Uruguay with a Fulbright Scholarship.

Mike opened The Yoga Place in 1995 when it seemed like there were only a few people in Canton, Ohio practicing yoga. In 2015, he opened a second location called Yoga Central for more yoga, other spiritual practices, and to celebrate the arts. The yoga centers continue under new ownership. At the two yoga centers we have over 30 teachers, 6 massage therapists, various health practitioners and a variety of art exhibits, concerts, dances, theatre and book clubs.

Rhonda Kuster (E-RYT500) has a deep passion for, and dedication to, the art of yoga. She began her yoga journey in 1997 and continues to study with many of the finest yoga teachers in the country. Some of her principal influences have been Rodney Yee, Richard Rosen, Doug Keller, Donna Farhi, Richard Freeman, Tias Little, Tim Miller, Laurie Blakeney, and Karen Allgire.

In 2010, she completed the first accelerated training in NY as an Urban Zen Integrative Therapist (UZIT). She teaches classes and workshops that integrate several modalities which include simple yoga movements, Reiki, essential oil therapy, breath awareness, restorative poses, and meditation. Rhonda is one of the Urban Zen Master Trainers for UZIT teacher training.

Rhonda took her first Sanskrit workshop in 1998 and fell in love with this beautiful language. She offers ‘Intro to Sanskrit’ workshops which make it fun and accessible to learn proper pronunciation of yoga poses and various yoga terms such as the yamas and niyamas, as well as traditional yoga chants.

She is an Ayurvedic Health Consultant and loves to share the ancient teachings of this elegant “Science of Life” based on the five elements.

She is inspired by her students and continues to find the awe and beauty of yoga with a beginner’s mind…always endeavoring to “keep her cup empty” and be receptive to what is happening in each moment. Her classes are an eclectic mix of styles and influences, usually with a focus on alignment, ease of mind, breath awareness, and yoga philosophy. She is delighted to share her practice and teaching of yoga with others to further ignite the vast joy and wonder of this beautiful art form.

While on your retreat you will also have the opportunity to take part in adventure activities and wonderful excursions. Some of the possible options include:

• Whale Watching
• Exploring Corcovado National Park with Expert Naturalist Guides
• Snorkeling at Caño Island & Marino Ballena National Park
• Kayaking through the Térraba-Sierpe wetlands
• Ziplining in the Rainforest
• Surf Lessons

*Activities are not included in the price of tuition unless listed under “What’s Included”. Activities and availability are subject to change.

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For technical questions or alternative payment options, please contact us.

Getting There 

True Nature specializes in curating and offering the best retreat experiences. For your flights, we recommend that you use Google Flights or a trusted travel agency. 

You will be booking your flights for the San Jose International Airport (SJO). 

This retreat has not yet been officially confirmed. In the meantime, you have two options regarding airfare:

Option 1: Wait to book

You may hold off on purchasing flights until the retreat is officially confirmed. At this time, a few additional enrollments are needed for confirmation. Once confirmed, you will receive an email invitation to claim your True Nature Hub (Notion) account, where all essential trip details will be available.

Option 2: Book early

If you choose to purchase airfare now in order to take advantage of pricing or availability, please ensure that your ticket is fully refundable or transferable. True Nature is not responsible for airfare costs, change fees, or losses incurred if the retreat is delayed, modified, or not confirmed.

The group will stay overnight at an airport hotel and depart the following morning to the retreat center. There will be one group shuttle each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use the group shuttle. The drive time to the center is approximately 4.5 hours. 

Travel Insurance

We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $150, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip. 

We have partnered with Trawick International (available for U.S. Residents only). Read more about their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have questions about traveling abroad? After you register, we will provide you with a Participant’s Package with helpful information. Also, be sure to check out our Participant FAQs. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us at info@truenaturetravels.com and let us know how we can help!

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Shared Accommodations – $3595 USD (Full Price $3895)

Deluxe Shared Accommodations – $3795 USD (Full Price $4095)

Single Accommodations – $4495 USD

Deluxe Single Accommodations – $4795 USD

Deposit & Payment Requirements

To secure your tuition rate and reserve your spot, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required at the time of registration:

• $350 for registrations made more than 90 days before the trip.
• $1,000 for registrations made 60–90 days before the trip.
• Full payment is required for registrations made within 60 days of the retreat.

A non-refundable $50 payment processing fee will also be added to the tuition at registration.

If you select Deposit Payment, depending on when you registered, your remaining balance will be split into 1-3 payments and processed with your credit card on file on the dates indicated on your Confirmation Letter.

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For technical questions or alternative payment options, please contact us.

Cancellation

• Initial deposits and the $50 registration fee are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before a retreat excluding the initial deposit and the $50 registration fee.
• 89 days prior to a retreat, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Full tuition is refunded* if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $50 registration fee is not refundable.
• True Nature Travels is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates.

*Refundable amounts do not include applied credits.

If you wish to cancel your spot on a trip you must submit your cancellation by email to info@truenaturetravels.com.