COSTA RICA WINTER RETREAT

Thursday, January 15, 2026 - Thursday, January 22, 2026

Begin the new year with a deeply nourishing winter retreat in the lush jungles and ocean breezes of Dominical, Costa Rica. This week-long retreat is an invitation to reconnect with nature, community, and yourself. Enjoy daily practices led by Leslie Graves and Nami Soga, savor vibrant meals prepared by a local chef, and soak in the serenity of ocean views, waterfalls, and wildlife all around you.

OUR HOME IN THE JUNGLE

Our private sanctuary rests on 260 acres of breathtaking landscape, perched 900 feet above sea level with panoramic ocean and mountain views. The property is home to monkeys, sloths, coatis, tropical birds, and fruit trees ripe for sampling. Guests will have access to private trails and hidden waterfalls. This is a place of tranquility, beauty, and space to breathe.

DAILY PRACTICE

Each day will include morning meditations, journaling, and all-levels vinyasa flows, as well as embodied movement practices. In the evenings, gentle yoga, yin, breathwork, and restorative sessions will carry us into the colorful sunsets before dinner. All practices are led by Leslie Graves and Nami Soga on our open-air yoga deck next to a waterfall.

PRIVATE SESSIONS

Nami will be available for acupuncture, bodywork, reiki energy healing, and tarot and astrology readings. Learn more about Nami’s work at ajnapura.co. To book a session in advance, please email leslie@solidgoldyogi.com.

NOURISHING MEALS

Enjoy two freshly prepared meals daily—a full brunch and dinner—crafted by our private chef with local, organic ingredients. Meals will include vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian options, and all dietary needs will be accommodated. Morning tea, coffee, fruit, and snacks will be available throughout the day.

LODGING + LOCATION

Our home overlooks the ocean and is surrounded by lush jungle and wildlife. Take a dip in the partially shaded pool overlooking the sea, or unwind in the open-air lounges and terraces. Every corner of the property invites rest and connection with nature. The property is located three hours from San José airport. Airport transfer is included, though guests are welcome to rent a vehicle if they prefer. Please note that flights are not included in the retreat package.

DAY EXCURSIONS

We will explore nearby pristine beaches and waterfalls, hike through the jungle, and experience the vibrant beauty of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Full excursion details are available upon request.

WEATHER

January is one of the best months to visit Costa Rica. It is part of the dry season, with warm, sunny days and calm seas. Average daytime highs reach 80°F (27°C), while evening lows remain around 71°F (22°C). The ocean temperature stays between 80–84°F, perfect for swimming.

SAMPLE DAILY FLOW

7:30–9:00 AM – Quiet morning coffee, tea, continental breakfast
9:00–10:30 AM – Yoga, meditation, journaling
10:30 AM – Brunch
11:30 AM–5:00 PM – Free time or excursion
5:00–6:00 PM – Gentle, yin, or breathwork practice
7:00 PM – Dinner and evening connection

FLIGHT RECOMMENDATION

Flight recommendation for taking the shuttle to the property. Please arrive to SJO by 2:30pm if taking for shuttle:

1/15 LGA - SJO 6:59 am – 1:54 pm American Airlines 1 stop MIA 1h 21m layover
1/22 SJO - LGA 1:34 pm – 10:30 pm American Airlines 1 stop MIA 1h 51m layover

INVESTMENT AND PAYMENT PLANS

Triple Occupancy – $2,200 (your own bed in a shared room with two others) 2 SPOTS LEFT
Double Occupancy – $2,400 (your own double bed in a shared room with one other person) 1 DOUBLE ROOM LEFT
Private King Room – $3,200 (single occupancy)
Shared King Bed – $2,400 per person / $4,800 total

Payment plans available upon request, but your spot can be reserved with an $800 deposit

Full payment will be processed with your card on file on December 15, 2025 unless otherwise determined.

Earlybird Offer: Book before November 1 for $200 off any room option using RETREAT200 code at check out

With any questions, email leslie@solidgoldyogi.com.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Deposits secure your spot and are non-refundable. For cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat, the full balance (minus the deposit) will be refunded. Unfortunately, cancellations within 60 days of the retreat are non-refundable.

To protect your investment, we strongly encourage purchasing travel insurance to cover any unexpected changes or emergencies. Please note that exceptions cannot be made for any reason, including weather, illness/injury, or personal circumstances. Refunds or credits are not available for late arrivals, early departures, or failure to attend. Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us maintain a seamless retreat experience for everyone.

SOLID GOLD YOGI PAST RETREAT REVIEWS

Great trip had such an amazing time, great sense of community, excellent food made by a local chef in Akumal including veggie options. The two excursions were wonderful to both the ruins and swimming with the turtles. Plenty of down time to explore the local area walking or by bike, snorkel, lounge around the house or swim in the ocean. The two daily yoga classes including journaling, meditation and were wonderful and the energy brought in by both Leslie and Nami leading the daily practices for the whole week was so supportive and grounding, will definitely go on another trip with Solid Gold Yogi.

By Tania N for Winter Retreat in Akumal on Feb 02, 2025

What a great experience this retreat was! Excellent accommodations, food, company, and daily yoga practices. This was my first time on a longer retreat that involved air travel, and it was so well organized. I hope to join Leslie and other Solid Gold Yogi teachers on future retreats. Definitely recommended!

By Leah A for Winter Retreat in Akumal on Jan 26, 2025

I signed up for the Costa Rica retreat pretty last minute. One of the best impulse decisions I have ever made! The retreat was incredibly well-organized in a beautiful villa overlooking the rainforests with daily practices, an amazing chef, plenty of downtime for exploration and rest, and monkeys and sloths to give us company :) But my favorite part was the people -- couldn't have asked for a kinder, nicer people to experience my first retreat with :)

By Amruta R for Solid Gold Yogi Retreat on Jul 02, 2024