Rejuvenate, Refresh and Reconnect with the Well-Intentioned Life in the Jungles of Arenal and the Beaches of Playa Langosta

January 22th-30th, 2027

Join us for a retreat in Body, Mind and Soul with Yoga sessions, Mindfulness Practices and Ecotours. With an emphasis on personal well-being and authentic connection, we will indulge in all of the beautiful things Costa Rica has to offer.  In the midst of good company, we will take a lighthearted approach to wellness and health and learn how to align actions with values. Whether you want to embark on a “journey of turning over a new leaf” with your health or simply have a week to unwind and restore some healthy habits, you will be fully supported in exploring your journey towards living your best life.

Trip Highlights

Highlights in the Jungle Interior

  • Have a Blast as we River Tube down the Rio Celeste:
    A beautiful and relaxing way to connect with nature as we float down the crystal clear waters of one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful rivers

  • Jungle Horseback Adventure:
    Experience the magic and connection with horses as we explore the wilds of the jungle trails on an all day riding adventure

  • A Day of Indulgence at the Tabacon Hot Springs:
    If a day riding horses isn’t on your list of fun adventures, you can opt for a day at the hot springs instead

  • A Guided Naturalist Hike to the Hanging Bridges:
    Experience the magic and connection with horses as we explore the wilds of the jungle trails on an all day riding adventure

Highlights at the Beach

  • Space to Simply Be: Rest, Explore, Connect
    Plenty of free time to walk the beach, explore the area’s shops and restaurants, read, unwind, or deepen a meaningful conversation

  • A Kayak tour on the Blue Water River in Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas de Guanacaste
    Enjoy a guided tour to experience this unexplored national park with a huge variety of wildlife such as herons, egrets , iguanas, trogons, storks, monkeys

  • Reset, Rejuvenate and Refresh with the Sounds of the Ocean out your front door: 
    Total immersion in the sweet and wild landscapes of nature with our own infinity pool, hot tub, and beach just steps away

***This is a “Pick Your Own Adventures” trip.  We have 5 activities planned and 3 of them are included in the cost of the trip.  If you want to do 4 or even all 5, no problem, you’ll be able to join for an additional cost.

Trip Includes

  • 8 Nights of La Pura Vida 
    1 night in Liberia upon arrival, 4 nights in the Interior near Arenal, 3 nights on the Pacific coast near Playa Langosta

  • Stress Free in-country travel
    Relax as you ride in a private van rental and leave all of the travel logistics up to someone else

  • Nourish from the Inside Out: Private Chef Dining
    Fresh, healthy local meals thoughtfully prepared just for our group

  • Morning Grounding: Yoga, Mindfulness and Breath
    Start each day with deep connection to your body, breath, and intention

  • 2 health coaching calls with Heather before the trip and 1 after the trip to continue with your intentions of Living in Wellness

  • 1 call with Trish prior to the trip to talk about trip logistics and to set trip intentions

  • 1 on 1 time with Heather and/or Trish for coaching/fitness consulting while on site

  • All Yoga, Wellness and Tour Activities while together

  • Mindfulness Practices and Intentional Living Conversations:
    Simple, powerful practices to help you slow down, tune in, reset and develop a sustainable plan for back at home

Trip Details

Cost:

  • Private/Single room:   $6,000

  • Shared room: $5400

  • $1000 will reserve your spot and payments plans are tailored to individual needs.

  • What’s not included:  airfare, travel insurance, gratuities and restaurant meals

  • Additional travel insurance is required, along with verification of this insurance, 1 month prior to the trip.

 

Yoga and Fitness Level

Experience with yoga is not required for this supportive journey. Each person will be encouraged to explore variations of the practice that feel best for them in each individual moment. We will blend the various skills of Yoga including poses for strengthening and stretching, breathing, mindfulness, and relaxation.  This will all be layered on the central philosophies of the Yogi lifestyle including compassion, honesty and calm inward focus.

Fitness Level is rated at 2 out of 5.  We will be doing activities that require a small amount of hill climbing during the tours, as well as general fitness to be walking on the beach.

A Message from Heather Main (on the left)

I have a passion for fitness and health education and have been working to help people transform their lives and take charge of their physical and mental wellbeing for over 30 years.  I’m a board certified Integrative Health Coach, a Certified Fitness Trainer, and have a master’s degree in health education. I live in Burlington VT and when I’m not working in health and fitness, I love (non-competitive) social sports, horses, water activities of all kinds and reading. I’m a proud mom of two college-age boys.  Please visit my website for a lot more info: www.mainwellness.com

Meet Your Coaches

A Message from Trish Lemke (on the right)

I feel blessed to live in Durango, Colorado where the mountains, deserts and rivers of the Southwest feed my soul.  I started Joy Rides Coaching and Adventure Travel because I love combining self-growth and learning with experiences that get us just a bit outside of our comfort zones and help us feel truly alive. Horses, nature and travel are my modes for doing this and I love to share this passion with my clients. I’m lucky enough to say that my job is leading horseback riding, biking, hiking and retreat groups all over Europe, Costa Rica, South America and the Southwest!  I believe that everyone should travel and have adventures as much as they can ~ it transforms us in ways that are miraculous!

Oh, and by the way, I do have credentials!  Along with 25+ years of experience in human wellness and horse wellness, I’m a Certified Martha Beck Life coach and a Certified Equine Interaction Professional in Education.

Cancellation policy:

If you have to cancel, costs are fully refundable (less deposit) up to 180 day (6 months) before the start of the trip. Between 120 and 180 days before the trip, 50% of the costs are refundable.  If you have to cancel 0-120 days before the trip, the costs are nonrefundable, but are transferable to another person. The trip deposits are nonrefundable and all payment refunds are subject to a 3.5% credit card/online banking fee. However, this deposit amount may be transferred to another excursion is space is available and if your spot is able to be filled for the trip that you originally booked.