Experience Yoga + Adventure in the Heart of Costa Rica
Join Namaspa Yoga Community for our 'Yoga & Adventure' style retreat - offering a unique blend of unforgettable experiences and rejuvenating self care, allowing you to explore diverse regions, stunning natural wonders, serene beaches and jungle oases, with an itinerary designed to take care of your body, mind & spirit. Led by Namaspa instructors, Suzie Newcome, Lauren Davey, & our local guide, this journey is designed to deepen your practice — all while exploring Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity and pura vida lifestyle.
Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this retreat is for anyone ready to unplug, reconnect, and travel with intention. Come solo, with a friend, or your partner — all are welcome.
$2695 9 Days, 8 Nights, March 20th - 28th, 2026
What's Included
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Accommodations for 8 nights, 9 days: March 20th - 28th, 2026
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Daily yoga & mindfulness practices with Namaspa teachers and founder, Suzie Newcome & Lauren Davey
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Local English-speaking guide & translator through the entire trip.
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Cultural orientation & group support.
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Entrance to national parks, beaches & hot springs
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Guided nocturnal jungle tour, Arenal Volcano adventures, Monteverde cloud forest, sun, sand & salsa nights.
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Most adventures are included, there will be some additional optional activities to choose from so you can go your own pace and choose your own best type of experience.
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Airport transfers & transportation throughout Costa Rica (flights and travel insurance are not included)
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Select meals: All breakfasts included as well as welcome & farewell dinners, cooking class meal & a lunch that supports local villagers. All other meals will be "choose your own adventure" from street food to 5 star restaurants, we'll have a local guide to make amazing reccomendations.
🗺 Itinerary Highlights
🏙San José
Start & end point of the retreat
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Airport arrival & departure transfer included
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Welcome dinner & Farewell dinner
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Group orientation
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Optional city exploration
🌋 La Fortuna (Arenal Volcano)
Rainforest meets active Volcano
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Stop en route at Mi Cafecito Community Coffee Plantation (tour + tasting).
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Soak in natural springs
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Waterfall & jungle hikes
Experience outdoor adventures, amazing wildlife and natural wonders in this area. There are enough activities here to keep you busy all day long. In the evening opt to soak in magma-heated hot springs to cap off an adventurous day.
🌲 Monteverde
Peaceful mountain village vibes + exotic birds
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Travel across Lake Arenal by boat into the mountains
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High-elevation cloud forest
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Nocturnal wildlife guided night walk
A scenic journey through the stunning Costa Rican landscape up into the cloud forest region. Opt to fly across canopy ziplines, traverse across suspended jungle bridges, or go horseback riding in the hills.
🏖 Manuel Antonio / Quepos
Pacific beach paradise + sloths
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National Park visit
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Beach day
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Tropical sunsets & ocean swims
Quepos is a fun, salsa-dancing, surf town just outside of Manuel Antonio National Park. Manual Antonio offers four white-sand beaches, separated by jagged rock outcrops and tidal pools. Swim, sunbathe, and when you’re all beached out, head to the shade of the nearby hiking trails to search for sloths, monkeys, and armadillos. Climb to the lookout to capture views of the pristine Pacific Ocean and the area’s off-shore islands.
Additional Highlights
Yoga & meditation classes provided morning and night.
Choose from additional optional activities like massage, canyoneering, zip lining, waterfall swimming/jumping, SUP, mangrove kayaking, whitewater rafting, sailing, surfing, catamaran tour, fishing, hanging bridges, horseback riding, butterfly gardens, salsa dancing and more! Our CEO, local guide and translator, knows all the best spots.
Meet Your Retreat Hosts
& Yoga Teachers
Suzie Newcome & Lauren Davey
Rejuvenate in the mornings with flow yoga sessions and unwind in the evenings with relaxing yin and nidra sessions led by our expert instructors, Suzie Newcome and Lauren Davey. (Plus a few guest teachers!) Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, these all-level classes will help you find inner peace and presence amidst the stunning scenery. We will share a daily theme and journal prompts inspired by yogic philosophy.
Suzie is the founder of Namaspa and Lauren is one of the senior teachers. Together they have combined 30+ years of yoga teaching experience and have held 50+ retreats between the 2 of them, domestically and all over the world. Lauren (left) and Suzie (right) are pictured here teaching yoga on the roof of a Bangkok Skyscraper at the Namaspa Thailand Yoga Adventure Retreat in 2024.
Besides Suzie & Lauren, we will have a local expert called our CEO (Chief Experience Officer), who speaks the local language and has all the insider knowledge we need to travel with more ease. This person is invaluably helpful at answering questions and making recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Don't see your question answered here? Please reach out to Namaspayoga@gmail.com or laurentheyogi@gmail.com
*Should I bring a yoga mat?
Yes, OR we will have mat and block rentals available in Costa Rica for a reasonable fee, around $40 for the entire trip.
*How many people will be on the trip?
Our target is 24
*Is transportation included?
You must arrange your own flights to and from San Jose. All other transportation is included including your airport arrival and departure transfer.
*Can I extend my trip, arrive early/stay longer?
The trip is open ended and some travelers decide to arrive early, stay longer or continue on to other destinations. We can help you arrange pre or post retreat nights in the hotels we will be staying in at our group discounted rate.
*Will I be sharing a room?
Most of us will have a roommate with someone of the same gender. Roommates will be assigned unless requested.
*Are single rooms available? Yes, there are 3 single rooms available for an additional $989 charge. These rooms sell out quick, please reach out ASAP if you would like to request your own room.
*Can Vegan and/or Gluten free diets be accommodated? Yes
*When is the balance due? The balance will be due by January 1st 2025.
*What if I cancel? The $500 deposit can be applied to a future Namaspa trip.
*What about trip insurance? Our travel partner, GAdventures, requires all travelers to obtain Emergency Medical insurance that covers both emergency evacuation and repatriation up to $200,000 USD. We also strongly recommend purchasing an all-inclusive plan that covers cancellation/interruption insurance. Many of us found Squaremouth to be the best resource. It is a site that allows you to enter your information and compare a variety of companies/policies.
*What is the weather like in Costa Rica? In March, Costa Rica experiences the middle of its dry season, offering warm, sunny days and low rainfall across most of the country, with temperatures generally ranging from the high 70s to mid-90s°F.
Retreat Add-On's
Additional selections can be purchased after you reserve your spot. More details will be emailed to you.
