Costa Rica Retreat
February 8 - 14, 2027
Santa Teresa, Nicoya Peninsula
Discover the secret to longevity in Costa Rica’s stunning Nicoya Peninsula—one of the world’s renowned Blue Zones! 🌿✨
Ready to experience the magic of a Blue Zone? 🌺🌊
Join Natalie & Charlotte on a 7-day retreat to Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, one of the world’s five Blue Zones.
Join us for a transformative retreat where you’ll embrace the “Pura Vida” lifestyle, blending natural movement, nutrient-rich whole foods, and deep social connections. Experience purposeful living (“plan de vida”) in a place where health and happiness thrive. Immerse yourself in lush jungles and serene beaches, with daily yoga, breathwork, and meditation to ground your mind and body. Savor delicious, locally sourced meals that nourish from the inside out.
This is more than a getaway—it’s a chance to shift your perspective on aging, reconnect with nature, and return home feeling energized, inspired, and ready to live a longer, healthier life.
Your Paradise Awaits…
Tucked within the lush green canopy of Santa Teresa, Casa Encantada offers the perfect harmony of jungle serenity and seaside bliss. Offering tranquility and comfort, with sun‑filled interiors and open communal spaces that overlook the surrounding rainforest, your retreat getaway is the perfect space to relax, connect, and recharge.
Your hosts
Natalie Chaponnel
With 20 years experience on the mat, Natalie integrates Eastern wisdom and Western psychological theories, to build transformative retreat experiences designed to help you live in alignment with your authentic self.
Charlotte Azurdia
Charlotte is a yoga teacher who guides her students on an explorative journey of self-enquiry allowing them dive deeper into their practice and achieve a balance between flexibility and strength as a well as a space for introspection.
“Natalie, the work you’ve put in this week to make everything flow so beautifully, all on your own, is just amazing. Your energy shines through in everything you do, and the safe space you create is felt by the whole group. Thank you, I loved every moment, and it’s your presence that draws in such a wonderful group with a shared, meaningful intention. Thank you! ”
— 2024 RETREAT GUEST
SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
This retreat will provide you with the opportunity to learn and experience the multi-faceted aspects of self-care that encourage a long, healthy and vibrant life. Below is a tentative schedule (subject to change) to give you a better sense of what to expect.
Early Morning: Meditation & Pranayama
Morning: Yoga Practice
Mid-Morning: Brunch
Midday: Free Time - Book a massage, read a book, journal, nap or enjoy an optional group activity*
Early Afternoon: Lunch / Snack
Late Afternoon: Yoga Practice
Evening: Dinner
Packages & Pricing
The Rooms
Each bedroom is a private sanctuary of calm, blending modern luxury with natural beauty - the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the well-deserved rest you are looking for.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The retreat is located in Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula. Liberia is the closest international airport, approximately 3.5 hours drive from Santa Teresa, and San Jose is approximately a 6 hour drive.
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Please wait to hear from us before booking your flights, we will confirm your reservation and provide advice and assistance to ensure your trip is as smooth and easy as possible.
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We’ve structured the retreat to be suitable for anyone looking for an immersive experience of yoga, breathwork, meditation, longevity exploration and community. Everyone is welcome!
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Weather is unpredictable and we make no guarantees, but average daytime highs are around 29°C, with pleasant lows of approximately 23-24°C at night. Humidity levels average around 83% and rain may occur as short, heavy bursts in the afternoon or evening, leaving mornings mostly sunny.
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All classes will be in covered open-air outdoor spaces so we get some shade from the sun and also have protection in the case of rain.
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We expect around 8 participants.
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In addition to clothes, toiletries, and other things you would normally pack for a trip like this, we recommend you bring the following: sunscreen, aloe vera, insect repellent and a water bottle. For clothing, include versatile items such as t-shirts, shorts, sundresses, flip-flops, walking shoes, sunglasses, hats, and swimsuits. Also, remember to bring sports wear for any activities like surfing, hiking, or horseback riding. All yoga mats and props will be provided so no need to bring if you’d rather not!
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Your venue is just a 10-minute stroll from the beach, or 15 minutes if you take your time to enjoy the scenery or pause to greet a monkey.
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Yes, we provide towels for all guests. You will find them at the pool area.
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Rooms will generally be available for check in at 12:00 PM. Check out is at 10:00 AM.
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Yes! You will be looped into a thread with other retreat guests to organise taxi shares.
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Even in the rare instance that we need to cancel or reschedule the retreat due to “acts of god” including Covid-19 related shut downs, we will only be able to refund ticket costs at most, and would not in any instance be able to compensate you for other costs, such as flights booked, etc. Due to this concern, we highly recommend that you purchase personal travel insurance.
We suggest that you include “cancel for any reason” with your policy and include medical coverage. Many insurance policies must be purchased within 14 days of making your reservation so please prioritise accordingly.
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No, unfortunately you cannot extend your stay at the venue, however, there are many hotels available on the island if you want to extend your trip.
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In order to secure the venue and programming, Flourish Wellness is required to enter into binding contracts with 3rd parties that do not allow for refund or cancellation in any instance except for limited instances where “acts of god” render the entire event impossible. As such, we must enforce a strict cancellation policy and there will be no refunds in any instance. You may transfer your ticket under certain conditions. Purchasing trip insurance to protect yourself is always a good idea.
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You may transfer your ticket to another person up to 3-days before the retreat start date without penalty by emailing us at hello@flourishwellness.co.uk. After that time, our strict cancellation policy applies.
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Yes! Just email us at hello@flourishwellness.co.uk with a description of your partner’s needs (for example, partner would like to participate in meals and excursions but skip the yoga classes, etc.) and we will send options that work for you.
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This retreat is designed as an immersive experience for you to reconnect and reflect inwards. So we recommend things like enjoying the beach or pool, journaling or reading, walking, sitting in meditation or simply resting. We will also be able to suggest a variety of group activities which can be arranged at an extra cost.
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From a general health perspective, Costa Rica has high health standards and is considered one of the safest destinations in the developing world. If you have a health care provider in your country of origin, you may want to inquire before traveling about their coverage while in Costa Rica. English-speaking doctors and dentists are located 5-minutes from the villa, and a hospital is located within a 45 minute drive to Nicoya. For serious conditions, an air lift to San Jose can transport someone within 45 minutes to a hospital with excellent Western medical care. There are no shots or immunisations required to visit Costa Rica.