7 day Yoga Retreat with Ana Paula

Yoga Retreat With Ana Paula @ Villas Jacquelina

Indulge in a transformative 7-day yoga retreat in the enchanting embrace of Quepos/Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica – a place steeped in energy and serenity. Led by local Costa Rican Ana Paula, this retreat offers a respite from the chaos of daily life, a chance to nourish your body and soul.

Bask in the natural wonders of lush tropical forests, pristine beaches, and awe-inspiring waterfalls. Connect with spiritual healers, witness captivating wildlife, savor the local culture, and sate your palate with exquisite cuisine.

Our thoughtfully curated schedule strikes a harmonious balance between invigorating activities and ample downtime. Explore, bond with nature, and forge enduring connections with fellow participants.

Each day begins with restorative yoga, followed by meals featuring locally sourced ingredients. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica's vibrant culture and return home with renewed inspiration.

All skill levels are welcome; our yoga practice emphasizes mindful, conscious movement, fostering alignment and vitality. Daily sessions of yoga, meditation, and breathwork ground and rejuvenate you.

Our knowledgeable staff at Villas Jacquelina will guide you through Costa Rica's finest, ensuring an authentic experience. This intimate retreat accommodates up to 19 guests and is perfect for solo travelers or pairs.

A word of caution: The magic of this retreat may convince you to extend your stay in Costa Rica indefinitely.

What's included in your Package?

• Accommodation - your accommodation at Villas Jacquelina will depend on the package you choose.

• Transportation - Airport pick up, drop off, and all transportation for scheduled activities.

• Meals - Two traditional home-cooked meals per day. Dinner on the night you arrive and breakfast and lunch every day.

• Tours - 3 waterfall and beach or river adventures
• Insurance - The trip will be insured for injuries or lost or stolen items.

• Ice Baths and Yoga Classes - We will lead daily ice bath sessions and Yoga classes. All optional to join. 

Accommodation Details:

For the 6 nights of this retreat, you will be staying at Villas Jacquelina, a treehouse-style boutique hotel in Quepos, Costa Rica. The hotel has basic yet comfortable rooms with incredible communal areas to chill and have fun. They are one of the highest-rated budget-friendly hotels in the area. 

• All rooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily
• We will group participants by sex so that we don't have males and females sharing rooms. 
  
• If you are coming with a friend, we will try to put you together in the same room. 

Double Occupancy (economy) - Villa Escondido
Participants can expect a small private room with a twin bed, and a high-powered ceiling fan. Participants will have access to a shared bathroom, shared by two rooms, and a maximum of 4 guests.

Single Occupancy (standard) - Villa Sol
Participants can expect a medium-sized room with a double bed and a high-powered ceiling fan. These guests will have access to a shared bathroom that is shared between two rooms and a maximum of 4 guests. 

Single Occupancy (superior) - Villa Vista
Participants can expect a medium-sized room with a double bed and air conditioning. These guests will have access to a shared bathroom that is shared between two rooms and a maximum of 4 guests. 

Double Occupancy (Couples Room Superior) - Villa Linda
Participants can expect a large private room with a queen bed, a private bathroom, a ceiling fan, and air conditioning. 

Double Occupancy (superior) - Villa Fresca
Participants can expect a large room with two double beds, air conditioning, and one other participant. These rooms have one large private bathroom in the room that will be shared between the two room inhabitants.

Flights:

Flights to Costa Rica and not included in your package. You must purchase your flights yourself and should look for flights that will arrive in San Jose Costa Rica (SJO) in the morning or afternoon. (Be careful not to book a flight to San Jose California (SJC))

• We recommend booking flights 60-90 days in advance.
• Watch flights using Google Flights, as flight prices will fluctuate. 
• Flights from the US should cost $450-$800 if you are savvy with your purchase. 
• If you find a US flight for under $500, you should purchase it. 
• Keep in mind luggage restrictions. Packing small will normally save you money. 

Airport Transportation: 

• We will supply two airport shuttle pick-ups from (SJO) to Villas Jacquelina. One will leave (SJO) around 1 pm and a second will leave around 6 pm. Times may fluctuate to accommodate guests but best to arrive at a time that will correspond with our airport pick-up. 
• We will supply two airport shuttle drop-offs from Villas Jacquelina to SJO. One will leave before daybreak (5 am) to get you to the airport by 8 am. The second will leave around 9 am to get you to the airport by noon. Times may fluctuate to accommodate guests please book an afternoon or evening flight. (If you book flights that don't correspond with our shuttle times, you will be responsible for your Transportation to Quepos)

Meals:

We will have a big family dinner on the night you arrive. For the next 5 days, we will be served breakfast at Villas Jacquelina and will either have late lunches at Villas Jacquelina or eat out at local restaurants. If we eat at restaurants, we will normally be served a traditional Costa Rican meal consisting of rice, beans, salad, vegetables, and your choice of protein (fish, chicken, beef, pork, or additional vegetables). We can normally account for all dietary requirements. 

What to Bring? 

We will be in a hot and humid climate and regularly in and out of water. Best to pack light with a lot of bathing suits and light clothing. The hotel offers a fairly priced laundry service to wash clothing. The hotel will provide towels but bring a lightweight towel you can take off-site and a reusable water bottle. Check out this blog post to learn more about what to bring to this area.  

Sample Schedule:

(This sample schedule should give you an idea of what to expect but will change here and there)

Arrival Day 1

• Arrive in San Jose Costa Rica and jump on one of our transports to Quepos
• Check-in at Villas Jacquelina
• Dinner and meet and greet at 7 pm

Day 2:

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge

• Breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• Get on the bus and head to waterfalls in Uvita

• Spend the day at the river jumping, swimming, diving, and sliding

• Late lunch
• Rooftop movie night

Day 3:

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge

• Breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• Guided Tour of Manuel Antonio National Park

• Beach Day and lunch at the beach
• Massages and yoga

Day 4:

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge
• Breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• Paddle Board yoga to Playa Biesanz

• Beach day and lunch on the beach

• Massages and yoga

Day 5: 

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge

• Early breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• Free day to do tours or relax

•  Late Lunch at Villas Jacquelina

• Sound Ceremony

Day 6:

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge

• Breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• River and waterfall day at Chorro Eco Lodge

• Lunch at Chorro Lodge

• Massages and yoga

Departure Day 7: 

• Morning breathwork, meditation, yoga class, and cold plunge

• Breakfast at Villas Jacquelina

• Check out and travel to San Jose for flights

Additional Details:

• Villas Jacquelina is not a luxury hotel. I chose this accommodation because it's awesome but also because it's affordable and allows us to sell our packages at a lower cost. If you are worried about your room accommodation, I recommend reserving a "superior" room or "couples room" with air conditioning and a private bathroom.