After breakfast the group will depart 8:15 a.m. for Samasati Nature Retreat near Puerto Viejo. We will pass through the chilly heights of Braulio Carriollo National Park, the steamy lowlands of Guapiles, the Caribbean port town of Limon, many banana plantations and then follow the palm fringed coastal road south by the beach of Cahuita to Puerto Viejo.
We will arrive in time for lunch. The food is gourmet vegetarian and each meal is a treat. At 3:00 p.m. the girls from our Girls for Success Center will join us at Samasati for several fun activities before heading back down the
mountain.
Before dinner from 5:30-6:30, you will receive a gentle and peaceful yoga practice after a long day. The beautiful studio, the sounds of the rainforest and the gentle cueing will ease you into a rhythmic flow of meditative movement to transition to a blissful state of be-ing.

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Accommodations:
Samasati Nature Retreat - This stunning retreat is located on a 250 acre biological reserve overlooking the Caribbean. Just over 230 miles south of San Jose, it is an easy and naturally stunning commute from the airport. Sitting amidst the famous Costa Rican rainforest, your bungalow offers some of the most unique views of the Caribbean Sea.

The retreat features yoga studios, Jacuzzi, sundeck, cocktail bar, open air restaurant, and massage therapists on staff. Samasati offers an array of activities for nature lovers, yogis, and anyone looking to relax in an exotic environment. Guests will also have access to in-house spa treatments and complimentary coordination of eco-tours and bird watching.

After a slow flow vinyasa yoga with an intention set for each class from 6:30-7:45 a.m., you can enjoy a lovely breakfast on the terrace. The group will then head out for a morning excursion to the Bribri Indian Reservation, one of Costa Rica’s indigenous populations, for a chocolate making experience and indulge by tasting the efforts. The morning journey will continue on to the nearby Volio Waterfall. There is a moderate hike to reach the waterfall, which is located in the Talamancan forests. The hike has several river crossings and the opportunity to view many different species of flora and fauna. Once you arrive to the refreshing blue/green waters, we will swim, take pictures, relax and enjoy.
Return to Samasati to enjoy the remainder of the afternoon to explore the rainforest, swim, relax in a hammock, or indulge in a massage. Evening yoga will be offered followed by dinner.

After yoga and breakfast, we will travel Punta Uva, claimed to be one of the best beaches in the area. The group will return to Samasati for lunch and time to get ready for the afternoon activities.
The afternoon will be spent at our Girls for Success Center with the children (ages 7-12) doing a variety of activities, including teaching English, reading books, doing a craft project, and implementing educational enrichment stations. We welcome any ideas based on your talents and interests. The idea is to share some of your own unique experiences while perhaps helping inspire the girls to continue with education and exploration.
We encourage interaction and co-creation over gift giving. Please give the gift of your time and passions. A gentle yoga class will be offered prior to dinner.

Following yoga and breakfast, you have a choice between two excursions. You can either head out for a Canopy Adventure or a visit to the Jaguar Rescue Center.

Canopy Tour:
The tour takes place over-looking the jungle where you will zip from tree to tree. There are 13 stations where you will enjoy approximately
two hours of zip lining and walking in between several of the platforms. It’s an adventure that should be on everyone’s bucket list for at least once in life.