Costa Rica

Journey from the WORLD CLASS BEACHES OF santa teresa

To the FamED monteverde CLoud Forests

JANUARY 25-31, 2025 - SOLD OUT!!!

April 5 - 11th, 2025 - NOW BOOKING!

with Daniel castro & Katie Ribsam

Pura Vida – in English “the Pure Life”, is a local greeting used in Costa Rica to express eternal optimism with all of the incredible beauty in this life no matter what your current circumstance.

We will begin our journey to the culturally and environmentally rich Nicoya Peninsula, which is also one of the earth’s 5 “blue zones” (one of the 5 locations in the world designated as the happiest, healthiest, and longest living communities in the world!) to practice yoga right at our own private luxury villa, enjoy downtime at the world class beaches and dare to learn or level-up our surfing game in what has become known as Central America’s Surf Mecca. In addition to daily yoga, delicious chef-prepared meals and plenty of sun and surf, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your days with optional tours including horseback riding at sunset, fishing and boating excursions, waterfall hikes and zip lining - or - just grab a good book and a “pipa” (young coconut) and chill at our private pool or under a palm tree at the beach just steps from our Villa!!

Next, we will journey to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Translated to “Green Mountain” in English, spending time in Monteverde is like experiencing Mother Earth’s lungs. Green, lush and enormous… it is of the cleanest air you will breathe. From puma and jaguar to sloth and white faced monkey, wildlife is abundant in the cloud forest! Monteverde embodies the true essence of Pura Vida with its peace, nature and good vibes! In Monteverde expect to leave the high energy of the beach behind and become truly nurtured in a place of wonder! Healthy chef prepared organic meals, world class accommodations, sweet time to connect to Mother Earth and plenty of yoga, pranayama and meditation!

Included in  your costa Rica retreat

  • Hopper Flight and professional driver from San Jose Airport to Santa Teresa Beach

  • Professional driver from Santa Teresa to Monteverde and from Monteverde back to San Jose Airport

  • Accommodations at our own private villas : Casa BriBri & Casa Malekun in Northern Santa Teresa (just steps from the beach) and at the famed Belmar Hotel in Monteverde which has been awarded prestigious accolades including being nominated for Travel and Leisures “World’s Best Award” for exceptional service and amenities

  • All meals except for 1 dinner, which will be enjoyed off-resort at a restaurant of your choosing on our free night

  • 2 blissful Yoga Classes a day (including Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative and more!) taught by Dani and Katie

  • Plenty of time to enjoy the best beaches in Central America

  • A professional guided hike in the Monteverde Cloud forest. Fingers crossed for both Sloths and Quetzals! :)

  • Concierge service to help you book any excursions or tours to create your unique adventure

    NOT Included

  • International flight from the US to San Jose airport

  • 1 dinner to be enjoyed “on the town” in Santa Teresa

  • Any additional excursions or tours you’d like to book - options include horseback riding at sunset, zip lining, surf lessons, massages and body work, and fishing and snorkeling trips

Investment 

A $1000 deposit is requested at the time of registration + monthly auto-payments up to the retreat date. *Note: If an alternate payment plan is required, please email Katie at yogabohemiaretreats@gmail.com to make personalized arrangements.  

  • PREMIERE DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - Ocean View Room in Casa BriBri in Santa Teresa & a Superior Room in Monteverde both with a King Bed and private ensuite bath - $3275 per person

  • PREMIERE SINGLE OCCUPANCY - Ocean View Room in Casa BriBri in Santa Teresa & a Superior Room in Monteverde both with a King Bed and private ensuite bath - $4400

  • STANDARD DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - Partial Ocean View Room in Casa Maleku in Santa Teresa with your choice of 1 king or 1 king and 1 twin bed & a Peninsula Room in Monteverde with 2 queen beds. Both rooms with private ensuite bath - $3125 per person

  • STANDARD SINGLE OCCUPANCY - Partial Ocean View Room in Casa Maleku in Santa Teresa with 1 king bed & a Peninsula Room in Monteverde with 2 queen beds. Both rooms with private ensuite bath - $4200 per person

 About the Instructor: 

Daniel Castro- One of Katie's personal trainers, and accomplished "teacher of teachers", Daniel Castro is the Director of Bohemia School of Yoga's Costa Rica Yoga Teacher Trainings and beloved visiting teacher in Long Beach Island. Accomplished in everything from advanced asana to philosophy and meditation, Daniel brings a depth of knowledge to his classes that is rare to find. 

Daniel has been refining his methods for over 13 years, learning from different traditions, as well as learning, co-hosting, assisting and leading teacher trainings with Yoga Bohemia for 4 years and going.

Daniel is also a surfer, a magnifiscent body worker, cacao ceremony host and sound healer.

Daniel is excited to welcome you to his home country of Costa Rica and to show you all of his favorite places from the the oceans to the mountains!

Katie Ribsam – As a practicing yogi of 30 years and founder of Yoga Bohemia and Bohemia Retreats, Katie has spent her life honing her craft as both a student and teacher of yoga. Off the mat, Katie is a rock climbing, snowboarding, puppy dog snuggling, ocean loving junky who loves spending as much time outdoors as humanly possible! Through yoga, Katie has not only been able to deepen her own sense of self-awarenessand spiritual connection but has also been able to maintain the focus, discipline, flexibility and agility necessary to enjoy the outdoors through the activities she loves.

As a yoga instructor, Katie is quite diverse specializing in everything from advanced Vinyasa Flow to the softer sides of yoga with Yin and Restorative technique. But don’t be fooled; the physical practice is just the tip of the iceberg and what lies beneath is the spiritual and emotional depth that sets this practice apart. With her main love being mama earth and with over a decade of environmental education experience under her belt, Katie has developed an expertise in the up-and-coming Eco-Yoga field. Beach Yoga, SUP Yoga, Yoga Hikes, Yoga Retreats- you name it- connecting students to the environment through yoga is Katie’s specialty.

Over many years, Katie has led over 2 Dozen Transformational Yoga Retreats for hundreds of Yogis throughout the world and looks forward to meeting you in Costa Rica! 

CANCELLATION POLICY 

Yoga Bohemia recommends purchasing travel insurance for your trip that covers both medical emergencies and trip cancellation. Purchasing insurance protects you from losing money should you need to cancel your trip. We recommend squaremouth.com to search and compare travel insurance options. World Nomad Travel Insurance (worldnomads.com) is also a great and trusted option! Travelers insurance if typically less than $100 for your trip and worth the investment for both medical and cancellation coverage. 

If you must cancel your retreat for personal reasons, Yoga Bohemia provides the following reimbursement: 

  • If you cancel 120 days before your trip, 100% of your payment will be reimbursed minus a 10% processing fee.

  • If you cancel 90-119 days before your trip, 50% of your payment may be applied to another Yoga Bohemia Retreat, the other 50% will be forfeited.

  • If you cancel 60-89 days before your trip, 40% of your payment may be applied to another Yoga Bohemia Retreat, the other 60 % will be forfeited.

  • If you cancel 59 days of less before your trip, you will forfeit your entire payment