General 2 — Yoga With Kate, Wirral

Costa Rica Wildlife and Wellness retreat, March 2025 with Claire and Kate.

18th - 27th March 2025

Find peace and tranquility as you immerse yourself in the beautiful Sarapiqui region of central Costa Rica. Daily yoga practice with Claire and Kate on the stunning lakeside platorm, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

9 night retreat - 1 night in Hotel Bourgainvillea, near the airport, and 8 nights at Ara Ambigua Lodge, surrounded by a biodiverse rainforest
Half day trips to Cope’s Garden and La Selva Biological Centre to enjoy the wildlife, guided by local experts
Sunset river boat trip on the stunning Sarapiqui
Comfortable accomodation, all rooms en-suite with air conditioning. Wifi available in communal areas, so you can really switch off
Walks in the hotel grounds to spot wildlife
All transfers included
Optional 2 night extension to Nosara on the Pacific coast (not included)
This is incredible value at £2660 single per person and £2275 if you share
Claire is organising the bookings, so please email her to secure your place - claire.l.miller@blueyonder.co.uk

Daily Yoga on the lakeside platform

Our daily yoga practices, led by Claire and Kate, will take place on the lakeside platform, surrounded by the sounds of nature. Kate and Claire are both experienced teachers, offering a variety of yoga styles between them.
Sunrise and Sunset nature walks

Claire will lead daily walks to explore the amazing biodiversity of the rainforest surrounding Ara Ambigua Lodge. Claire is a passionate birdwatcher, and has visited Costa Rica three times so has a huge amount of knowledge to share.
Accomodation

18th March - overnight at the Hotel Bourgainvillea, near the airport at San Jose.
19th - 27th March - stay 8 nights at the Ara Ambigua Lodge, ninety minutes north of San Jose. This is a certified sustainable hotel, nestled amongst three hectares of rainforest of incredible biodiversity. There are trails around the hotel grounds to explore, with a huge variety of flora and fauna to enjoy. This is a bird watchers paradise ! There are also three pools to enjoy, so there will be plenty of time to just rest and relax.
27th - 28th March - optional two night stay at Nosara, a stunning beachside resort on the Pacific Coast.

Bedrooms at Ara Ambigua Lodge

All the rooms at Ara Ambigua Lodge have balconies from which to enjoy the surrounding gardens. The rooms are comfortable with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and hairdryers. WiFi is available in the communal areas so you can really switch off.
Dining at Ara Ambigua Lodge

Our retreat is full board. Costa Rican and international foods are available in the hotel restaurant, La Casona.
The hotel is owned and managed by a local Costa Rican family, so in staying here we are supporting the local economy and wildlife.
Wildlife tours

Our trip will include a half day trip to La Selva Biological Station where we will be guided around the reserve to enjoy the flora and fauna,. We will also visit Cope’s Garden to enjoy the bird life and nature of the rainforest. Our trip also includes a boat trip along the Sarapiqui River.

ITINERARY

Tuesday 18th March 2025 - arrive in San Jose, 1 night at Hotel Bourgainvillea

A warm welcome awaits at the Hotel Bourgainvillea, a short transfer from San Jose airport. The hotel has stunning grounds to explore, with a pool to relax beside.

Wednesday 19th March 2025 - transfer to Ara Ambigua Lodge, Sarapiqui

We will travel north from San Jose to the Sarapiqui river rainforest area. The Ara Ambigua Lodge has beautiful, biodiverse, grounds to explore, with a pool to relax beside. We will join for a Welcome Ceremony evening yoga practice on the lakeside platform.

Thursday 20th March 2025 - guided dawn walk and yoga practices

We will be guided around the Lodge grounds at dawn to enjoy the early morning birdsong, followed by yoga practices.

Friday 21st March 2025 - guided sunset walk of the Lodge rainforest

Two yoga practices during the day, followed by a guided walk around the rainforest surrounding the Lodge.

Saturday 22nd March 2025 - half day trip to Cope’s Garden, renowned for it’s rich variety in birdlife, including lunch

Following our morning practice we will travel to Cope’s Garden, a short distance from the Lodge, to enjoy a tour of the garden. This trip includes lunch on the veranda, where we can enjoy watching the birds on the birdfeeders.

Sunday 23rd March - free day

A key element of retreats is free time, so make the most of some free time today to do whatever you wish, followed by an evening yoga practice.

Monday 24th March - half day trip to La Selva Biological Centre

Our day begins with a half day trip to the beautiful La Selva Biological Centre, to enjoy the flora and fauna of the rainforest, followed by an evening yoga practice.

Tuesday 25th March - Sarapiqui River afternoon boat trip

Following our morning yoga practice, we will travel to the Sarapiqui River for an afternoon boat trip.

Wednesday 26th March - yoga and free time

After our morning yoga practice make the most of some free time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and pool.

Thursday 27th March - Closing ceremony, and departures to San Jose airport

Following our morning yoga practice and closing ceremony, we will head back to San Jose airport.

OPTIONAL TWO NIGHT TRIP EXTENSION TO NOSARA BEACH

This is an optional extension, incurring additional costs - please check on availability

Thursday 27th March 2025 - Fly from San Jose airport to Nosara, stay at beachside villa with pool

Flying from San Jose to Nosara, we will then travel to our beachside villa. Nosara is on the west coast of Costa Rica, with beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets. We will join for an evening welcome yoga practice, either pool side or on the beach.

Friday 28th March - Yoga on the beach and free time

Following yoga on the beach, enjoy free time to explore

Saturday 29th March - Closing ceremony, and departures to San Jose airport

Following our closing yoga ceremony, we will head back to San Jose airport.

What’s included ?

Accommodation (1 night at Hotel Bourgainvillea and 8 nights at Ara Ambigua) and food, transfers from Hotel Bourgainvillea (San Jose) to the Ara Ambigua Lodge, and a return transfer to San Jose airport, yoga, sunrise and sunset walks, half day trips to La Selva, Cope’s Garden and a boat trip on the Sarapiqui River.