Name: 4 Day Rainforest Yoga Holiday in Lake Arenal, Alajuela
Brand: Essence Arenal Wellness Center
Rating: 9.2 (23 reviews)

Accommodation

Check-in Time:

13:00

Check-out Time:

11:00

During this retreat you will be staying in a private room with private bathroom (and hot water) in Essence Arenal Boutique Hostel. All beds have orthopedic mattresses and anti-allergic pillows. The eco-hostel has majestic views of the Arenal Volcano, the Arenal Lake, and the El Castillo Valley. They offer Wi-Fi, free parking, and a laundry service (at additional cost)

During your stay, you have unlimited access to the jacuzzi, swimming pool, rainforest trails, volleyball court, and yoga/exercise deck. The on-site restaurant is open daily to serve healthy, organic vegetarian/vegan meals from locally sourced produce and from their farm. Enjoy a range of treatments and therapies in their jungle spa with Temazcal sweat lodge, or consultation with their on-site naturopathic doctor.

Program

The itinerary will be independently developed according to your specific needs. To give you the time and space to heal and connect with the beautiful surroundings; deepen your yoga practice, transform your eating habits and perception of life. To be more mindful, relaxed, and live in the present moment.

Example itinerary:

7:00 to 8:15 am: Morning yoga practice
8.15 am: Forest walk
8:30 to 9:00 am: Breakfast
9:00 am to 12:00 pm: Activities or free time
12:00 to 1:00 pm: Lunch
2:00 to 3:00 pm: Spa circuit
3:00 pm: Free time - connect with nature, explore our permaculture farm, hike in the rainforest or book a treatment in our jungle spa
4:30 to 5:30 pm: On Tuesdays and Thursdays we have sunset yoga
6:30 to 8:30 pm: Dinner
9:00 pm: Early to bed (recommended)

Instructors

Nico Botefur

In 2008, Essence Arenal project began through destiny and universal guidance. Nico ended up in this rainforest paradise, where he immediately knew this was his place on earth to live. It has opened his eyes and he needed that change. He was 80 pounds overweight and had a wide collection of emotional wrecks stored in his soul. In a short time of balancing nutrition, emotions, and bad life habits, through learned techniques, these problems disappeared! Nico has found emotional, physical, and spiritual balance through the creation of this wonderful place. And he wants to share it with you!

Retreat location

This retreat will be taking place in El Castillo, close to the Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal area, Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the east and south, the Pacific Ocean to the west and south, and the Caribbean Sea to the east. Costa Rica is home to a rich variety of plants and animals.

El Castillo is a small neighboring village to La Fortuna, directly on Lake Arenal atop the hills overlooking Arenal volcano with 22 hectares of prime hilltop forested pristine land. With breathtaking views, the hotel takes pride in giving their guests an experience of a lifetime.

From forest trails down to a majestic waterfall hidden in the rainforest, enjoying mystical free hot springs, horseback riding, and canopy tours, there is a rich amount of nature activities to experience at Essence Arenal.

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Unique features

Activities

Hiking
Hot tub / Jacuzzi
Kayaking
Massage
Reiki
Spa
Swimming
Swimming pool (outdoor)
Temazcal
Zip lining

General

Garden
Hammock
Lake
Restaurant
Yoga deck

Services

Laundry
Tour assistance

Food

During this retreat, you will be served with three daily vegetarian meals at their on-site restaurant, with natural drinks and naturopathic teas depending on your detox needs.

At Essence, they take pride in our farm-to-table kitchen. We encourage thoughtful, healthy meals that come from the earth. Essence Arenal Wellness Center features an organic, vegetarian, and vegan kitchen from conscious, locally sourced food that supports their dedication to the planet and your bodies.

Chef Marvin prepares fantastic meals that are absolutely delicious, nutritious, and balanced. Marvin has a deep enthusiasm for preparing foods. He prepares meals farm-to-table, finding creative ways to create using all the tropical delights that are available in Costa Rica from local farmers, and from their farm. We cater for a range of different dietary requirements and detox needs.

The following meals are included:

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinks

The following drinks are included:

Water
Tea
Detox juices

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

Vegetarian
Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Organic
Lactose Free
Other dietary requirements on request

If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

There are a wide variety of activities and tours available in the area:

Canopy
Rafting
Canyoneering
Kayak and boating on Lake Arenal
ATV Tour
Hanging bridges
Waterfall hike
Arenal Volcano National Park
Horseback Riding
Butterfly observatory
Thermal hot springs

Spa treatments

Essence Arenal Wellness is humbled to announce the opening of our negative carbon footprint, Hydro Therapy Spa Circuit consisting of the following:

Turkish steam bath

An aromatherapy experience with herbs from our organic permaculture farm.

Finnish sauna

A treatment where you will be surrounded by fragrant natural Laurel wood known for its antiviral properties and naturally fragranced water.

36 jet jacuzzi

Delivers massages to different regions of the body.

General benefits of the spa circuit

Stronger immune system, better sleep, glowing skin, reduction of cellulite, flushing out of toxins, relief from arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fybromalgia, quicker recovery from muscle injury, back pain and decrease in anxiety and stress to name a few.

Pamper yourself in our jungle spa, located in the middle of a permaculture farm with a unique view of the volcano and lake. Enjoy a range of treatments and therapies including:

Reiki
Reflexology
Massages
Meditation
Full body mud wrap
Ionic foot detox
Temazcal sweat lodge
Naturopathy

What's included

Daily 75-minute yoga class
Unlimited access to pool, permaculture farm, and over 3 kilometers of trails
3 daily vegetarian or vegan meals or smoothies detox drink
3 nights accommodation in private room
3 days per week access to our spa circuit consist of Turkish steam bath
Finnish sauna
Jacuzzi

What's not included

Airfare
Airport transfers
Other excursions/activities
Other spa treatments
13% of government taxes

How to get there

Recommended Airports

LIR

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport

88 km

Transfer available for additional US$ 130 per person

SJO

Juan Santamaría International Airport

76 km

Transfer available for additional US$ 110 per person

Arrival by public transport from San Jose Airport (SJO):

Arrival by bus

Take a taxi to the Terminal San Carlos in Alajuela (appox 2km). Currently there is no direct bus to La Fortuna. From the bus terminal San Carlos in Alajuela, take the bus to 'Ciudad Quesada'. Buses depart approx. every 2 hours. Get off at the last stop at the bus terminal in Ciudad Quesdada and take another bus to La Fortuna. From La Fortuna take a taxi to Essence Arenal.

Arrival by shuttle

Interbus offers a shuttle service to pick you up from the airport in San Jose (SJO) and bring you to the hotel for approx. USD 57pp. You will need to reserve the shuttle ahead of your journey.

Airport: Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport Airport transfer available: Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (US$ 130 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.

Airport: Juan Santamaría International Airport Airport transfer available: Juan Santamaría International Airport (US$ 110 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 18% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.

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