Vibrant Journey Wellness presents Embracing Transformation: A Costa Rican Wellness Journey to Unlock Your True Potential with Katie Porter
Your TourHero
At a time when I lost my big ‘WHY’, I suddenly found Yoga. This ancient, yet now modernized, practice was a huge step forward in my spiritual and healing journey. I learned through a dedicated Yoga practice on and off of my mat to love and honor myself, live with intention, quiet my mind, find my purpose and follow my inner guide. Yoga has truly transformed every aspect of my life. I love showing up in service to others, inspired to share the healing modalities I have used to change my own life. In result, the light in me sees the light in you, and I am honored to be a guide on your Yoga journey.
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Mar 17 – 22, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Yoga, wellness, nature, exploration
Your Local Guide
Finca Luna Nueva Lodge is more than just a retreat center. Conceived as a lodge that truly connects travelers with nature, Finca Luna Nueva is as focused on education as it is on recreation and relaxation. Staying there will give you a chance to learn from the lodge's friendly, knowledgeable workers. Additionally, planning your trip with Finca Luna Nueva Lodge means that you can just sit back and enjoy Costa Rica, as the lodge has everything you need for a comfortable and productive stay.
Embark on an unforgettable inner wellness journey in the breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica. This transformative experience is designed to help you work with your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical bodies, uncovering blockages that may be hindering lasting change. Through a variety of activities such as yoga, nature exploration, and sound healing with Katie, you’ll find a deeper connection to your true self, leaving you feeling empowered, inspired, and excited about your purpose and future.
This wellness retreat provides the perfect setting to foster growth and self-discovery, with carefully curated experiences like observing the resplendent Quetzal in its natural habitat, traversing the rainforest's canopy on the Arenal Hanging Bridges, and indulging in the rejuvenating warmth of the Eco Termales Hot Springs. Alongside these adventures, sacred cacao ceremonies, a farm tour, daily yoga, and meditation offer unique opportunities to connect with the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of the region, while helping you ground, balance, and align.
With a harmonious blend of nature, culture, and self-care, this retreat will guide you towards a more vibrant, fulfilling life experience as you embrace your true potential. Book now, and say yes to lasting change. Please note that this is a dry (non-alcoholic) retreat until the final night where there will be optional celebratory drinks.
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until December 8, 2023. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until December 8, 2023 for a refund. After this time, no refunds will be given.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
At a time when I lost my big ‘WHY’, I suddenly found Yoga. This ancient, yet now modernized, practice was a huge step forward in my spiritual and healing journey. I learned through a dedicated Yoga practice on and off of my mat to love and honor myself, live with intention, quiet my mind, find my purpose and follow my inner guide. Yoga has truly transformed every aspect of my life. I love showing up in service to others, inspired to share the healing modalities I have used to change my own life. In result, the light in me sees the light in you, and I am honored to be a guide on your Yoga journey.
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
Mar 17 – 22, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Embark on an unforgettable inner wellness journey in the breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica. This transformative experience is designed to help you work with your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical bodies, uncovering blockages that may be hindering lasting change. Through a variety of activities such as yoga, nature exploration, and sound healing with Katie, you’ll find a deeper connection to your true self, leaving you feeling empowered, inspired, and excited about your purpose and future.
This wellness retreat provides the perfect setting to foster growth and self-discovery, with carefully curated experiences like observing the resplendent Quetzal in its natural habitat, traversing the rainforest's canopy on the Arenal Hanging Bridges, and indulging in the rejuvenating warmth of the Eco Termales Hot Springs. Alongside these adventures, sacred cacao ceremonies, a farm tour, daily yoga, and meditation offer unique opportunities to connect with the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of the region, while helping you ground, balance, and align.
With a harmonious blend of nature, culture, and self-care, this retreat will guide you towards a more vibrant, fulfilling life experience as you embrace your true potential. Book now, and say yes to lasting change. Please note that this is a dry (non-alcoholic) retreat until the final night where there will be optional celebratory drinks.
Timeline
- Day 1 · San José & La Fortuna
- Arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- Check-in at Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Free time
- Welcome dinner
- Day 2 · La Fortuna
- Morning yoga session
- Breakfast
- Quetzals in the cloud forest hike (lunch included)
- Return to lodge
- Cacao ceremony
- Dinner
- Evening meditation
- Day 3 · La Fortuna
- Morning yoga session
- Breakfast
- Farm tour
- Lunch
- Workshop of the 4 bodies energetic flow (spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical)
- Release meditation
- Dinner
- Day 4 · La Fortuna
- Morning yoga session
- Breakfast
- Hanging Bridges tour (snacks & drinks included)
- Return to lodge
- Lunch
- Free time
- Eco Termales Hot Springs experience (dinner included)
- Return to lodge
- Evening meditation
- Day 5 · La Fortuna
- Morning yoga session
- Breakfast
- Free time
- Lunch
- Free time
- Sound healing session
- Farewell dinner (with optional drinks)
- Day 6 · Departure
- Morning yoga and closing circle
- Breakfast and check out of lodge
- Group transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Welcome to Costa Rica – prepare for a transformational experience as you’re whisked away into the jungles of La Fortuna
Beautiful Costa Rica, a country that truly boasts peace, relaxation, and chill vibes only, is ready to welcome you with open arms for a six-day retreat in the heart of the country. Upon arrival in San José, grab your bags and take your group transfer to the small town of La Fortuna, home to the Arenal Volcano. This massive work of nature will be your backdrop for the next five nights.
Once you arrive, you’ll have time to check in and get yourself settled before we come together for a welcome dinner where you can enjoy the local fare and get to know your fellow retreaters.
Day 2
Awakening Inner Harmony: A day of yoga, wildlife exploration, and mindful connection
Rise and shine to our first full day in Costa Rica. Each morning, we’ll come together and wake up with our yoga practice led by Katie. Here, we can clear the mind, ground the body, and focus on our inner landscape. This is the time where the four bodies come together as one – the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical – in harmony with movement, breath, and love.
Today’s adventure takes us to En Reserva Natural Valle de los Quetzales to seek out the resplendent Quetzal, a near-threatened bird species native to Central America. Revered by ancient Aztec and Mayan cultures, these sacred birds represent goodness and light. Within the reserve, visitors can observe approximately 200 bird species, including the Three-wattled Bellbird, Emerald Toucanet, and Long-tailed Manakin. A 13-kilometer hike will take us to a 50-meter waterfall in the cloud forest, where the endangered Baird's Tapir might be spotted.
Upon returning to the lodge, we’ll come together for a sacred cacao ceremony, a practice originating from ancient Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Maya and Aztec. These rituals revolve around the consumption of cacao, a revered plant believed to possess divine and healing properties. Together we’ll connect with the divine, evoke spiritual insight, and foster a sense of community to promote emotional healing, self-discovery, and a deeper connection with oneself and others. We’ll close out our day with a delicious group meal and an evening meditation that will help us process our day and prepare for a stellar night’s sleep.
Day 3
Nurturing the Soul: Yoga, farming and sacred cacao in Costa Rica
Wake up to jungle sounds in the tranquil landscape of La Fortuna. We’ll align the body and mind with our morning yoga session, then fuel up for a day of cultural and spiritual adventures. Our first activity on the schedule is a farm tour at Luna Nueva. As a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, Luna Nueva emphasizes healthy food production while restoring topsoil and biodiversity. The tour offers a dynamic, sensory experience where guests can taste various seasonal foods and spices grown on the farm, from Thai cuisine staples like galangal and makrut lime to Indian spices like ginger, turmeric, and cardamom. With over 90 species of tropical fruit trees, there are always new, exotic fruits to sample. Guests are encouraged to experiment with medicinal and cosmetic plants like the lipstick tree or the sour-tasting bilimbi fruit. The farm even offers the chance to taste raw cacao fruits, revealing the surprising origins of chocolate.
From here, we’ll break for lunch and then attend a workshop centered around 4 different kinds of energy: spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical. Here, we'll learn just how interconnected the processes within us are, unlocking ways to better heal ourselves. We’ll close out the day with dinner, reflection, and a guided meditation to integrate all that we’ve seen and learned.
Day 4
Embracing Nature's Wonders: Rainforest exploration, yoga, and healing hot springs await
After morning yoga and breakfast, we’ll travel to the Arenal Hanging Bridges – an eco-friendly attraction situated near the Arenal Volcano, offering visitors a unique perspective of the rainforest's canopy. By traversing the treetops, guests can observe the diverse flora and fauna, including birds and vibrant vegetation, that thrive in this primary rainforest. The experience provides insight into the rainforest's layered structure, with trees and vines competing for sunlight. Covering more than 3 kilometers, the hanging bridges and well-maintained trails provide safe, picturesque views of both the forest canopy and the Arenal Volcano.
Once we complete the loop with our guide, we’ll head back to the lodge for lunch and free time. However, don’t get too comfortable because this afternoon, we’re off to the hot springs for dinner and pampering! The Eco Termales Hot Springs offers visitors a chance to unwind in natural thermal pools surrounded by lush tropical landscapes. These hot springs are known for their rejuvenating properties, providing relaxation and comfort for guests. In addition to the soothing experience of soaking in the warm waters, we’ll also enjoy a delicious dinner on site before returning to the lodge for evening meditation and a great night’s rest.
Day 5
A Day of Serenity: Yoga, personal Reflection, and healing sounds with Katie
Begin your day with an invigorating morning yoga session, designed to awaken your body and mind as you stretch, breathe, and find your inner balance. Afterward, nourish yourself with a delicious, healthy breakfast crafted to support your well-being and provide the energy needed for the day ahead.
Today is all about you, with a free and clear schedule to choose your own adventures. Enjoy some leisurely free time to explore the retreat's surroundings, reflect on your experiences, or simply relax and unwind before gathering for a wholesome lunch.
In the early evening, we’ll come together for a transformative sound healing session, an immersive experience that uses soothing vibrations to promote relaxation, emotional release, and overall harmony. This is the time to release anything that no longer serves you, cultivating the inner power and love of true alignment. From here, we’ll gather together for a memorable farewell dinner, a delightful opportunity to share stories, insights, and connections forged throughout the wellness retreat.
Day 6
A New Chapter Emerges: Say your goodbyes and head home with a full heart
On the final day of our wellness retreat, start your morning with a revitalizing yoga session and a heartfelt closing circle, providing an opportunity to reflect on the experiences and connections made throughout the retreat. Afterward, gather for a nourishing breakfast before checking out of the lodge. As a group, we will embark on a transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport, where we'll say our goodbyes and part ways, carrying with us the cherished memories and personal growth from our transformative wellness journey. Safe travels and be well!
Accommodation
Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
Finca Luna Nueva is located in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle, deemed a recreational paradise and a living classroom for all who visit. The lodge offers delicious ‘farm-to-table’ food, comfortable rooms/suites, and miles of hiking trails through rainforests, farmland, and herbal gardens. Enjoy the views of each from your chosen accommodation, all featuring private decks or wraparound porches. You’ll have everything you need for the perfect experience, including private bathrooms with hot water, linens and towels, and space to rest and relax. The property also features a pool, stunning yoga shala, spa, open-air lounge area, and delicious restaurant. Room type: Family Bungalow. Room configuration: Single beds. First guest to sign up will be upgraded to a king bed!
PLEASE NOTE: Non-female guests are required to upgrade to a Casita Deluxe room, as the Family Bungalow rooms are specifically reserved for female guests. Please see add-ons below to upgrade.
Included
- 5 nights at Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Multiple occupancy in accommodation
- All meals
- Group airport & activity transfers
- 1 group arrival airport transfer
- 1 group departure airport transfer
- Farm tour
- Cacao ceremony
- Quetzals in the cloud forest hike
- Eco Termales Hot Springs excursion
- Hanging Bridges excursion
- Daily yoga, meditation & sound healing with Katie
Not included
- Flights
- All food & drinks not mentioned in inclusions
- Personal expenses not stipulated
- Optional add-ons
- Gratuities
Available add-on
Room upgrade: Single bed in double occupancy Deluxe Casita
Book this add-on to upgrade from the standard Family Bungalow room option to a double occupancy Deluxe Casita. This add-on is for a single bed in the double occupancy room; to book the king bed, see the add-on below.
Price: USD 166
3 spots left
Room upgrade: King bed in double occupancy Deluxe Casita
Book this add-on to upgrade from the standard Family Bungalow room option to a double occupancy Deluxe Casita. This add-on is for a king bed in the double occupancy room; to book the single bed, see the add-on below.
Price: USD 241
3 spots left
Room upgrade: Single room in a Deluxe Casita
Book this add-on to upgrade from the standard Family Bungalow room option to a single occupancy room in a Deluxe Casita. Enjoy total privacy and relaxing solitude!
Price: USD 705
2 spots left
Massage treatment
Book a massage and find total relaxation on your Costa Rican journey.
Price: USD 96
6 spots left
1:1 session: Limiting belief consultation and energy work/sound healing
Book this add-on to upgrade to a one-hour, one-on-one session focused on identifying your limiting beliefs. The session will also include some energy work and sound healing.
Price: USD 250
2 spots left
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until December 8, 2023. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until December 8, 2023 for a refund. After this time, no refunds will be given.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- La Fortuna sits at the base of the Arenal Volcano, one of Costa Rica's mightiest natural wonders. - Pexels: Dominik Simecek
- Get settled at the Finca Luna Nueva Lodge and enjoy the food, pool, and lush backdrop. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Enjoy delicious organic fare throughout the duration of your stay. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Enjoy a drink and a swim. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Relax and rejuvenate in one of the many thermal pools at the Ecotermales Hot Springs. - Facebook: Ecotermales Hot Springs
- Hike through the jungles on hanging bridges that will give you a new perspective of this incredible landscape. - Unsplash: Etienne Delorieux
- Add-on: Massage - Pexels: Nothing Ahead
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- This is the place for total relaxation. - Facebook: Ecotermales Hot Springs
- Let the healing frequencies of the universe remind you who you are during a magical sound bath. - Unsplash: Kitera Dent
- Add-on: King bed in double occupancy Deluxe Casita - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Cacao ceremonies were originally performed as sacred rituals for ancient Mesoamerican cultures, and we'll experience the powerful inner transformation using this divine medicine from the land. - Pexels: Leeloo Thefirst
- Explore the jungles of Costa Rica on a guided hike that will take you to see the resplendent Quetzal, a sacred bird species native to Central America. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Enjoy a farm tour that will take your around the property and teach you all about healthy food production, restoring topsoil, and biodiversity. - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- We'll start and end each day in the beautiful, open-air shala, grounding the body and freeing the mind. - Facebook: Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Add-on: Limiting belief consultation and energy work/sound healing - Pexels: cottonbro studio
- Add-on: Single room in a Deluxe Casita - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
- Add-on: Single bed in double occupancy Deluxe Casita - Finca Luna Nueva Lodge