Nature Adventure Travel

Yoga Retreat Itinerary-Dates: 4/22-4/29 

Beginners as well as advanced students are welcome on this 7 day yoga and meditation retreat filled with beauty, tranquility and adventure.

Nature can improve our health.  And listening to sounds of nature and being in nature can reduce stress by creating a similar state of relaxation that is achieved through various forms of sitting meditation. 

Trip includes:

Round Trip Airport Shuttle from San Jose Airport
Accommodations for 7 nights (choose preferred lodging below)
Three (3) delicious meals, including vegetarian fare as well as chicken/fish
Two (2) half day eco-tours
One (1) full day eco-tour
Yoga and meditation classes daily-information on our approach to yoga.
Discussion Groups on yoga philosophy, the bodies energy channels, etc.
Downtime to enjoy nature, quiet time, reading, writing or nothing at all.

Sample Schedule. Some changes will naturally occur.

6:30 am: Awake to the sounds of Costa Rica
7:00a–9:00am: Meditation and Gentle Yoga Session
9:00am-Breakfast
11:00-12:30-Vinyasa Flow Yoga Session
12:30 Lunch
3:00-4:30-Possible another session focusing on philosophy, breathing techniques, etc. Otherwise this will be time for relaxing, reading, writing, hiking, taking our tours, etc.
6:00pm-Dinner

PuraVida is near the equator. The sun rises at 5:30am and sets around 5:30 pm. Our schedules are designed to harmonize with these natural rhythms. The temperatures are mid 70-80 during the day. Mid 50-60 in the evening. At almost 5,000 feet enjoy fresh air. It is pure prana.

Payment and cancellation info:

We need a minimum of 10 people in order to offer this program. We already have five. Your deposit of $150.00 guarantees your space. Fifty (50%) of the total less your deposit is due by November 30th, 2005. Balance and final payment is due by December 31st, 2005.

Should we have to cancel the trip prior to November, your deposit will be refunded less $50.00. This will be used to cover the non-refundable deposit the resort requires. After September we will refund your deposit less $100.00.

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Please Choose Your Preferred Lodging:

Tentalow: $1,475 per person dbl -shared bath
Standard Room: $1,580 per person dbl -shared bath
Deluxe Room: $1,685 per person dbl - private bath
Super Deluxe Room: $1,790 per person dbl - private bath
Suite-$1965 per person dbl.
Pagoda-$2315.00 per person dbl

This is a YogaBound trip and Deb Bobier will be the primary teacher for the yoga and meditation classes. Lodging, food, etc., is provided by Pura Vida. Please take some time to view photos of this beautiful place and the accommodations so that you can choose your lodging.

For single occupancy, add $300. Airfare is not included in the pricing shown above. Your average airfare will be approximately $400-$500. When booking flights to Costa Rica, you will want to come to Juan Santamaría International Airport in San Jose (SJO). Airlines with regularly scheduled flights into this airport are American, Continental, Delta, United, Taca, Copa, MartinAir, and Iberia.

If you would like us to help book your airfare contact us. We may be able to negotiate a group rate. Transportation between Pura Vida and the San Jose Airport is provided.

Travel to Costa Rica requires a valid passport at least 90 days from the date of arrival.   Apply for one now, as it can take up to six weeks. Here's more information.

To reserve your space we need a $150.00 deposit: Make check payable and mail to Debra Bobier, 1201 Harbor Hills Dr., Largo, Fl. 33770.

When making your reservations please let us know your preferred lodging. Paypal gives you the option of including a note.

Pay right your deposit right now with PayPal.

Should you have any questions please phone us at 727-586-5670 or email us.

Again, when making your deposit let us know your lodging preference as that is the total retreat cost and your deposit will be deducted from this amount.

The following is the most popular Tour Package and is included in your package price.  

Full-day White Water Rafting or full-day Beach Adventure
Poas active volcano (1/2-day guided tour, weather sensitive)
Waterfall Gardens (1/2-day guided tour)

These Individual eco-tours can also be added:

Full-day Beach Adventure $75
Full-day Sarapiqui Wildlife Adventure $75
 Full-day to Arenal Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs Spa $90
 Half-day Canopy Adventure $60
Half-day ZooAve & Sarchi $45

The nearest scuba diving is in Guanacaste, Tamarindo which is approximate 4 to 4 1/2 hours away. We suggest extending your trip if you want to fit this in as you would not be able to do a day trip.

Not included in the basic contract price are: tips, spa treatments, tours other than those specified as included and other group activities.

More on your resort location: (www.puravidaspa.com)

Between two continents and two seas, Costa Rica contains an astonishing diversity and abundance of tropical flora and fauna. Caribbean and Pacific beaches border a land filled with white-water rivers, waterfalls, tropical rain forests, active volcanoes, mountain cloud forests, exotic wildlife and birds.

Pura Vida is a beautiful resort, located on a private 12-acre mountainside estate, in Costa Rica’s Alajuela province. Pura Vida is just 20 minutes from the San Jose International Airport. The combination of nature, privacy, comfort, delicious food, and easy access from the USA and Europe make it the perfect place for an unforgettable workshop or yoga retreat.

The incredible views from their yoga halls combined with 6000+ square footage will keep you inspired. The Wellness Center is famous for it’s outstanding world-class therapists and the huge variety of modalities and spa treatments offered. A new Watsu tub is our latest addition.

With a temperate climate – daytime temperatures range from 70 to 80 degrees, and nighttime between 50 and 65 degrees - it is always a good time to come to Pura Vida.

Pool -- This is the place to be after morning yoga and a scrumptious breakfast. Swim, read, chat with friends or just hang out in the tropical sun.

Hot tub -- For evenings under the stars with a view of the city lights in the valley below. A favorite spot of our guests to soak the muscles after an eco-adventure or a challenging yoga class.

Guest lounge -- A library of books, magazines, and board games, as well as a video selection so you can enjoy a movie if you wish.

Meditation Tower -- Up above it all! A wonderful spot for meditating, watching sunset and sunrise or just sitting and taking in the stunning views.

Bar -- Offering a selection of soft drinks, Costa Rican Beers, chemical-free wine and bottled water. In our 'Buena Vista' cappuccino bar you can also order cappuccinos, espressos and fruit smoothies.

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