Join OT as we explore the Nicoya Peninsula - a lesser travelled region filled with jungles and glittering coastlines (without the crowds).
THE HIGHLIGHTS:
+ Our home base is a quaint jungle-lodge on the site of @wildsunrescue animal rescue centre
+ Day trips to explore hidden local gems like waterfalls, lagoons, hangs, and a local craft brewery
+ 1 surf class (with option to add on 1 more class for the week)
+ 1 yoga class (with option to add on 4 more classes for the week)
+ Plenty of time to relax and explore the area on your own.
Towns visited: Cabuya, Montezuma, Santa Teresa, Mal Pais. Learn more about these places.
Start location: San Jose Airport (SJO), Costa Rica. Please note, as this itinerary is mostly outdoors and subject to weather conditions we will require you to go with the flow, and be flexible!
DAY 1 | Airport transfer to Jungle Lodge from Tambor Airport. Unpack, relax + Welcome + Orientation
DAY 2 | Montezuma Waterfall Hike & lagoon Swim + Free time to explore the chilled out town of Montezuma.
DAY 3 | Lounge in crystal clear Rio Lajas + Visit a local jam & coconut oil maker + free time + sunset in Mal Pais
DAY 4 | Morning yoga class + explore town + Santa Teresa for sunset + surprise night out (spoiler: you'll love it.)
DAY 5 | Craft brewery tour + Free time + live music
DAY 6 | Free day! Opt to go hiking, chill at the Beach, visit a Local Town, snorkel in bioluminecense + more
DAY 7 | Sad goodbyes! Transfer to Tambor Airport. This trip will end upon your arrival at the SJO airport. Travellers are responsible for booking their own international flight onward.
* Please note, if your country has required proof of negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours for re-entry, opportunity to take a test locally will be offered on day 5 or 6 of this trip. Please see "Need to Know Details" for more information.
The retreat property is nestled in the jungle, up on a hill top. Whether gazing upon jungle views from our gorgeous yoga deck, enjoying the ocean views from our infinity pool, or looking up at monkeys and macaws that grace this property on a daily basis, you'll feel like home in no time.
The property is also home the the Wild Sun Animal Rescue Centre, which you are welcome to visit and help with tasks on your free time. Learn more about what you will be eating.
Simple, clean bungalow rooms. Each contain A/C, private bath, hot water, satellite tv, digital safe and mini fridge as well as boasting pool and ocean views. Single, double or triple occupancy (triple occupancy on request only).
Please note that there are both new and renovated original rooms on the property; while both options offer great stays, the newer rooms will be allocated first-booked.
*The domestic flight to Tambor airport is included in this package, and will be arranged for you by a OT representative once you book. All you have to worry about is getting yourself to the San Jose International airport (SJO), and we will take care of the rest!
Please review our Need to Know Details Handbook for all COVID-19 travel protocols and booking instructions.
- Airport Pick-up and drop-off
- Meals: All Breakfasts | 4 Lunches | 6 Dinners
⇹ Montezuma Waterfall hike
⇹ Tour of the on-site animal rescue centre
⇹ Light hike to Isla de Cabuya (Cemetery Island)
⇹ 1 morning yoga class
⇹ 1 group surf class
⇹ live music night
⇹ mountain-top pool bar hang out with 1-2 drinks per person (soda or alcoholic)
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⇹Visit to a local entrepreneur to learn about the local coconut oil and marmalade business
⇹ Visit to La Selva Brewery to learn about their beer made with spring water from the peninsula
⇹ All transport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
* International flights are not included in the tour price
ADD ON:
4-CLASS YOGA: Start the day the right way, salute the sun each morning while gazing out over the jungle + ocean on the open-air yoga deck. In total you will have 5 classes (including the 1 included class) Learn more about our yoga package. (+$60 USD/$90 CAD)
1 EXTRA SURF CLASS: Whether your are a beginner or practiced surfer, classes are open to everyone who wants to embrace the pura vida lifestyle. In total, you will get 2 surf lessons (including the 1 included group class) Learn more about our surf package. (+$60 USD/$90 CAD)
SURF + YOGA PACKAGE: Book both and save $10. This is an incredible combo that will help you experience this trip to the fullest (and we promise that you'll have abs by the end.) (+$110 USD/ $170 CAD)
Need to Know Details Handbook