Brighten Up! Rekindling the Light of Our Lives in Costa Rica with Kelly

duration
5 days · 4 nights
travel date
May 8 – 12, 2025
activity level
Moderate
group size
8 – 10
transportation
Group transportation
Your TourHero
tourhero
Kelly McGaw
bio

Hello Friends! I’m Kelly. I’m a yoga instructor, performing artist, light-bringer, and healer.

I’ve been guiding yoga regularly for over 6 years and have had the honor of teaching many different communities. Expanding beyond studio spaces to my own online offerings, workshops, parks, the aquarium, the local greenhouse, retreats, festivals, and more! It brings me immense fulfillment to get to guide others through this way of being with themselves while tapping into collective healing.

As an actor, I am passionate about the human experience. As a dancer, movement communicates with me on an emotional and spiritual level. I want to continue exploring our human complexities and use that knowledge to balance, strengthen, heal, and elevate.

Around the time I went into yoga teacher training, I became more curious about how I could serve myself holistically: from what I ate to how I moved my body to what activities sparked my joy and how much REST was required to resume in the brightest manner.

I truly believe in the power of retreating. Not necessarily escaping from life… but mindfully withdrawing from the pressures of the disciplined routines we’ve created in order to keep up with this chaotic modern world. Retreating in order to replenish, refuel, and remind ourselves how to thoughtfully imbue beauty and purpose into every moment and every choice we make when we return.

I’m thrilled to guide you through this mindful withdrawing towards holistic betterment… to relax, to play, to nourish, to eat well while honoring mother earth, to connect, to love, to reflect, to reset and ultimately BRIGHTEN.

Costa Rica > Brighten Up! Rekindling the Light of Our Lives in Costa Rica with Kelly

Join in this relaxing, nourishing, loving, playful, and mindful retreat to holistically brighten! For five days, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Begin each day with rejuvenating morning flow yoga and savoring wholesome breakfasts. Experience the thrill of a zipline canopy tour, connect deeply with nature at healing hot springs, and embrace the sacred warmth of cacao ceremonies. Enjoy indulgent meals, soul-enriching free time, and optional add-ons, including one-on-one sessions and spa treatments. Conclude each day with soothing yin and restore yoga, fostering deep relaxation and spiritual alignment. This transformative journey will restore your spirit, align your soul, and leave you feeling vibrant and renewed. Don't wait — brighten your life!

Itinerary timeline
Day 1 · La Fortuna
Arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (recommended arrival time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
2:00 pm: Group transfer from airport to accommodation
5:00 pm: Check-in at Finca Luna Nueva (or similar according to availability)
6:30 pm: Opening cacao ceremony
Dinner
Free time
Day 2 · La Fortuna
7:30 am: Morning flow yoga
7:00 am - 9:00 am: Breakfast availability
9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Availability for massages
Free time or optional activity (see add-ons)
1:00 pm: Lunch
2:00 pm: Private transport from the airport to the venue (Annette Harvey)
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Availability for massages
Free time or optional activity (see add-ons)
6:30 pm: Dinner
8:00 pm: Yin and restore yoga
Day 3 · La Fortuna
7:30 am: Morning flow yoga
7:00 am - 9:00 am: Breakfast availability
9:45 am: Zipline canopy tour with lunch
3:30 pm: Return to accommodation
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm: Availability for massages
6:30 pm: Dinner
8:00 pm: Yin and restore yoga
Day 4 · La Fortuna
7:30 am: Morning flow yoga
7:00 am - 9:00 am: Breakfast availability
9:00 am: Journey to hot springs with lunch
4:00 pm: Return to accommodation
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Availability for massages
6:30 pm: Dinner
8:00 pm: Yin and restore yoga
Day 5 · Departure
7:00 am - 9:00 am: Breakfast availability
8:00 am: Private transfer to the airport (Kristin Acree and Janice Boes)
9:00 am: Closing cacao ceremony and integration gentle flow
Check out of accommodation
5:00 pm: Group transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport
Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Enter your sanctuary in Costa Rica and rekindle the light in your lives

-Touch down and feel the gentle embrace of Costa Rica's vibrant energy as we begin our journey together to brighten up our lives!

-Enjoy a scenic drive through lush landscapes as we make our way to our serene retreat sanctuary in La Fortuna.

-Settle into your peaceful haven, chosen for its alignment with nature — perfect for relaxation and restoration.

-We open our retreat with a sacred cacao ceremony that will help ease our minds, release distractions, and set a heartfelt tone for the days ahead.

-Savor a nourishing dinner crafted with love, fostering a sense of community and holistic health.

-Embrace the evening with free time to relax and unwind, connecting with the tranquil spirit of our retreat sanctuary.

Day 2
Enjoy leisure time in your sanctuary — bask in the serenity of the retreat grounds or sign-up for optional activities

-Awaken your energy and align with your breath through a rejuvenating morning flow yoga session.

-Afterward, delight in a vibrant and wholesome breakfast, nourishing your body and spirit for the day ahead.

-Luxuriate in free time or choose from enriching add-ons, including one-on-one sessions with Kelly and indulgent spa treatments.

-In the afternoon, enjoy a fresh and colorful lunch, fueling your body with vibrant, nourishing foods.

-Relish the afternoon with more free time to explore, rest, or simply be in the moment.

-Gather for a delicious dinner, sharing stories and laughter as we continue to be in the present, build our community, and brighten up our spirits.

-Conclude the day with a soothing yin and restore yoga session, inviting deep relaxation and holistic healing.

Day 3
Step out of your comfort zone by going on a zipline canopy adventure

-Begin your day with an energizing morning flow yoga session, harmonizing body and mind.

-Enjoy a wholesome breakfast before setting off for a thrilling zipline canopy tour where you can step out of your comfort zone and connect with the energy of nature.

-Enjoy a delightful lunch amidst the tour before returning to our serene retreat haven.

-As the sun dips below the horizon, gather for a delectable dinner before ending the night with a yin and restore yoga session to internalize the positive energies and experiences from the day.

Day 4
Soak in the hot springs and tap into the healing properties of nature

-Start your day with a revitalizing morning flow yoga session, aligning with the natural rhythms of your body.

-Savor a nourishing breakfast before departing for a visit to the hot springs.

-Immerse yourself in the healing powers of nature at the hot springs, feeling the sacred warmth rejuvenate your body and soul.

-Back at the retreat sanctuary, enjoy a soulful dinner in the evening before our nightly yin and restore yoga session.

-Spend our last session together centering yourself and deepening your spiritual connection, both within yourself and with the world around you.

Day 5
Close the retreat with a cacao ceremony and lean into things you are grateful for as you head home

-On our last day, we begin with a cacao ceremony to close our retreat.

-Today's cacao ceremony is all about giving thanks to the good that has happened over the past days, and expressing gratitude to those who journeyed with us.

The closing ceremony ends with an integration gentle flow sessions to allow the positivity to run through our body and mind.

-Afterward, enjoy one final breakfast before checking out.

-Enjoy a serene group transfer to the airport, reflecting on the sacred journey we've shared.

-Our time together concludes, but we hope that the time we spent together has brightened up your life and will continue to illuminate your path forward.

Tour Price
From USD 1,800
per person
Your fellow explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Yoga, relaxation, nature, food, community
Fellow Travelers
9 total travelers
Kristin
JENNIFER
Rebecca
Janice
Dawn
Kelly
Shanna
Staci
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, air conditioning, 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: Single & double occupancy - see packages at checkout. Room configuration: King & twin beds.

Included
  • See packages at checkout for specific accommodation inclusions

  • All meals

  • All activities described in the itinerary

  • One group airport arrival transfer

  • One group airport departure transfer

Not included
  • Flights

  • All food and drinks not mentioned in inclusions

  • Optional add-ons

  • Travel insurance

  • Gratuities

FAQ
Cancellation policy

TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until March 3, 2025. 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 by March 3, 2025, for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.

Available add-ons
1-hour one-on-one session with Kelly
USD 100
Sold out
1-hour relaxing Swedish massage
USD 96
7 spots left
1-hour massage with Thai techniques
USD 118
3 spots left
1-hour Reiki session
USD 96
7 spots left
Full pedicure session
USD 85
6 spots left
1.2 hour rosemary exfoliation and cucumber massage
USD 85
6 spots left
Private departure transfer for 2 passengers to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
USD 105
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Private departure transfer for 1 passenger to venue from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
USD 210
Sold out