Costa Rica

Yoga & Wellness

dates | Playa Langosta
November 9 – 14, 2024
* 1 spot open in shared room *
 
Check out our other Costa Rica beach yoga retreat December – April 2025

Renew and find your flow on our 5-night Costa Rica yoga retreat set on the tropical beach, Playa Langosta, on the northern Pacific Coast in Guanacaste. Unwind at a secluded beachfront sanctuary, about an hour’s drive from Liberia International Airport.

Nature balances and heals the life force in our bodies. It helps bring us back into a state of vibrancy and peace. When we connect to the rhythms of nature and practice yoga, we discover our own natural vitality and innate joy. Our Costa Rica yoga and wellness retreat is hosted at a luxury boutique hotel in the tranquil area of Playa Langosta, just south of Tamarindo. This Vajra Sol retreat includes ample time for pampering and relaxation, to explore the surrounding stunning beaches, or for the more active individual, to partake in surfing, stand-up paddling, and other adventure activities.

Retreat Highlights

Tranquil Location

Our retreat venue is a beautiful tropical resort perfect for a small group retreat. The grounds include lush vegetation with a rainforest-like feel. The white sand and volcanic rock beach of Playa Langosta is just a minute’s walk down a footpath from the rooms. Access to the Liberia (LIR) airport is also convenient.

Yoga + Meditation

Dive a little deeper into your yoga practice in a peaceful open-air garden yoga shala with hardwood floors. The style of yoga is a dynamic mix of slow-flow vinyasa and restorative led by Sandra, your retreat leader. Sessions include breathwork and guided meditation. All levels are welcome.

Free Time

We take care to not over-schedule and allow for ample free time. This retreat includes group yoga classes and meals and is balanced with your own leisure time to explore all that this area of Costa Rica has to offer. You will have the opportunity for spa treatments, quiet reading time, beach walks, surfing lessons, SUP, and more.

About the Retreat

Tropical Serenity on the Pacific

Our retreat is hosted at a gorgeous boutique hotel with a casual elegant style. Settle into your luxury room and experience the sublime setting of ocean, beach, and breathtaking views of the Las Catalinas Islands and colorful sunsets. The property includes:

  • A large free-form swimming pool
  • A poolside cafe and restaurant for outdoor dining
  • Gourmet meals with organic, local, and sustainable ingredients
  • Deluxe spa offering massages, reiki, body scrubs, and more
  • Free use of bicycles to explore and visit nearby Tamarindo
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Included in the Retreat

Vajra Sol’s newest Costa Rica yoga and wellness retreat offers you the time to disconnect from a busy lifestyle, opt-in on a few days of digital detox, and have some fun in the sun and ocean at a luxury boutique resort.

  • (5) nights accommodations
  • Yoga class one or two times per day
  • Daily breakfast and dinner, (2) lunches
  • Special group outing – Catamaran sailing tour along the coast
  • Complimentary use of yoga mat & props, and beach towel
  • Enjoy the company of like-minded travelers in a small group
  • Easy access to optional activities (surfing, SUP, wildlife tours, ziplining, and more)
  • Vajra Sol retreat coordination & travel resource

Retreat Price and Accommodations

Prices are per person in US $. * Inquire about availability before booking *

Deluxe Rooms

*1 spot open in a shared room (for a woman). Please inquire *
$3,350 – Single Room
$2,400 per person – Double Room

Rooms are in a garden setting and have an elegant and contemporary design with a beachy vibe. They include a king bed or two queen beds, a/c, ceiling fan, coffee maker, terrace with hammock, spacious bathroom with luxury bathtub, complimentary shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion by RAW Botanicals, WiFi, and a safe deposit box.

If you are traveling alone and would like to share a room, please let us know and we will try to match you with another guest of the same gender. The double rate is not guaranteed if there is no roommate.

Beach House Villa - two bedrooms & private pool

*SOLD OUT*
$3,575 per person – single bedroom
$2,600 per person – shared double bedroom

This spacious villa has a master bedroom with king-size bed and a second bedroom with two queen beds, each with private bathroom. It features a fully equipped kitchen, a lounge area with mini-bar, private plunge pool, terrace surrounded by tropical gardens, fans and air conditioning in the living space and in each bedroom. It is a few minutes stroll to the beach and set just behind the main hotel. Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion by RAW Botanicals, WiFi, safe deposit box, and more deluxe amenities.

The villa is ideal for friends or family traveling together. There is a minimum of two persons to book the Villa at the single occupancy rate. Please do not book this option if you are only one person. 

Retreat Schedule
DAY 1 / 4 PM
Check-in, yoga session
Sunset & dinner
DAY 2 - 5
Coffee & Tea
7:30 - 9:15 AM
Yoga
Breakfast
free time
visit the beach, join a tour, receive a spa treatment. A special group outing is included.
4 - 5 PM
Restorative yoga & meditation (2 days)
Sunset & dinner
DAY 6
Yoga and breakfast
11 AM
Check-out

FAQ

What is included in the retreat?

Included in Costa Rica Yoga Retreat:

  • (5) nights accommodations
  • Daily breakfast, (2) lunches, and (5) dinners
  • Yoga classes 1 – 2x a day (all levels, beginner+)
  • A group activity
  • Complimentary use of yoga mat & props, and beach towel
  • Assistance with organizing domestic transfers from the airport, trip extensions and information source for travel within Costa Rica before or after the retreat
  • Vajra Sol retreat coordination
  • Resort fee and Costa Rican taxes

Not Included in Costa Rica Yoga Retreat:

  • Airfare to/from Costa Rica
  • Airport transfers to/from the retreat hotel
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks and 2 lunches
  • Travel insurance
How do I get to the retreat location?

Book your plane ticket to Liberia international airport (code LIR) in northern Costa Rica. The airport is about an hour’s drive from our retreat hotel.

You can also fly to San Jose’s Juan Santamaria International Airport (code SJO), Costa Rica’s capital city. From there, take a 50-minute domestic flight with Sansa Airlines to Tamarindo. From the airstrip, it is a 15-minute drive to our retreat hotel.

Allow at least 2 – 3 hours between your international flight arrival time and the domestic flight departure time.

To find the best flight options, check for one-way tickets on different airlines or fly to Liberia airport one way and San Jose airport the other way. 

After you arrive in Liberia (or Tamarindo), we will arrange for a shuttle to meet you and bring you to the retreat hotel. The transfer cost is not included, however, we are happy to assist with the arrangements from Liberia or anywhere in the Guanacaste area. Please contact us to request the cost of a transfer.

The retreat ends after breakfast on the last day. Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Complete the form below to ask us questions or to receive full retreat and travel details.

Who is the retreat leader and what is the yoga like?

The retreat leader is Sandra Tedeschi. The morning classes will be a mix of conditioning movements and Slow Flow vinyasa to enliven one’s energy, enhance flexibility and mobility, and build strength. Classes are structured so that participants may learn and advance their practice. Each class is specifically sequenced around a theme based in the Hatha and Tantra traditions.

Afternoon classes will be restorative yoga and guided meditation.

All levels of yoga experience are welcome, from beginners to more seasoned practitioners, to those who are in the professed “I-am-so-out-of-practice” state. The precept is: Come as you are. Start where you are.

What is the weather like in Playa Langosta, Tamarindo, Guanacaste?

November is the end of the rain season and beginning of the summer season in Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica. The landscape is vibrantly green and lush and it’s a beautiful time of year to visit. This region has a dry sub-tropical climate and the temperatures average from low-high 80s F during the day and low-mid 70s in the evenings. We only offer our retreats at the most favorable times of year with regards to the weather.

What are the meals like?

The chef creates locally sourced and fusion style with authentically Costa Rican cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant. Daily breakfasts, two lunches, and nightly dinners are included in the retreat. Special dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten or dairy free, and allergies can be accommodated. Please let us know when you book your retreat.

What are the optional activities?

A variety of exciting tours and activities are offered outside of the retreat package. The options are extensive – do as much or as little as you like. Reservations can be made upon arrival at the hotel.

  • Massage and spa treatments
  • Surfing lessons, Stand Up Paddle (SUP), kayaking
  • Nature and wildlife walks
  • Trails for hiking and mountain biking
  • Horseback riding along the beach 
  • ATV rental to explore on your own or on a guided tour
What is the average group size? Can I join on my own?

The retreat is limited to 18 persons to ensure quality and personalized attention for each guest. There is a minimum of five persons required to run a retreat. Many guests are single/solo travelers. Please feel very welcome to come on your own. It will be an incredible experience!

Can I stay at the retreat hotel extra nights?

You are welcome to arrive earlier or depart later than the retreat dates and stay at the retreat hotel. Please contact us to check on availability and we will send you the nightly rate. Or ask us for recommendations of other destinations to visit in the region.

What is the payment and cancelation policy?

Full payment is due no later than September 9th. Should you need to cancel your reservation before this date you will receive a refund for payment made less the $500 deposit. The deposit may be transferred to another Vajra Sol retreat within one year for a cancelation made before the final due date. Should you need to cancel after the final payment date, for whatever reason we will not be able to provide a refund or credit unless a replacement is found. No refund or credit will be given for arriving late or departing a retreat early or for meals/activities in which one does not participate.

If force majeure (e.g. pandemic, natural disaster, government travel restrictions, etc.) causes a retreat to be canceled we will offer alternative dates to reschedule the retreat within one year. In this case, there is
no refund of payments when a retreat cannot be held due to causes beyond our control. If the traveler is unable to join at the rescheduled date, full or partial credit of their payment may be applicable towards another Vajra Sol retreat. This will be determined at the time as it depends on how far out it is from the retreat start date. In the unlikely event Vajra Sol needs to cancel a retreat for a non-force majeure reason, a full refund will be given.

We strongly advise to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking your retreat in the case of any unexpected events or changes to your plans before or during your trip.

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Guest Reviews

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“Beyond amazing….an enlightening journey in a magical place. Thank you Sandra Tedeschi for all you do. I loved my yoga and SUP retreat. Well done! Highly recommended.”

- Andrew, Laguna Beach, California

“Even before I left New York, she provided so many helpful tips. And once I got to the retreat I felt so safe and taken care of in every moment. Between surfing and yoga, we had a luxurious amount of downtime, .. I haven’t felt so calm and happy in years! Sandra brought in mindfulness elements to the yoga practice, including some awesome breathing exercises, which I loved. It was a week of “bliss”.”

- Haley, New York City

“This was an amazing retreat with a bunch of like-minded travelers. I have been on a few yoga retreats and this was my favorite. We were all solo travelers except for a mother/daughter pair. This was a relaxed retreat that gave you the freedom to do as much or a little as you wanted. .. I had a wonderful week to escape the east coast winter. ” 

- Eisley, New York