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 an expert 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
The main house and 2 guest houses overlook the ocean and are 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 retreat space 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 recommendations for taking the shuttle to the property. Please arrive to SJO by 2:00pm 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
1/15 JFK - SJO 9:15 am – 1:48 pm JetBlue nonstop 5h 33m
1/22 SJO - JFK 3:08 pm – 9:05 pm JetBlue nonstop 4h 57m
INVESTMENT AND PAYMENT PLANS
Triple Occupancy – SOLD OUT
Double Occupancy – $2,400 (your own double bed in a shared room with one other person) ONE 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.
With any questions, email leslie@solidgoldyogi.com.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Your deposit reserves your spot and is non-refundable. If you need to cancel more than 60 days before the retreat, we’ll happily refund your remaining balance. Cancellations within 60 days are not refundable due to the commitments we make to our hosts and partners. We recommend travel insurance to help protect your plans in case anything unexpected arises. Thank you for understanding, and for helping us create a smooth and supportive experience for everyone.
SICILY RETREAT
Saturday, September 26 – Saturday, October 3, 2026
Join us for a retreat in the unspoiled western region of Sicily, where warm breezes, sea views, and slow Mediterranean rhythms create the perfect environment for regeneration through yoga, creativity, and rest. Led by senior teachers Leslie Graves and Nami Soga, we’ll gather at a peaceful art-farm retreat center in Marsala’s sunlit countryside, surrounded by turquoise waters, vineyards, and ancient salt pans.
We’ll stay in a restored 17th-century farmhouse immersed in nature, full of charm and quiet beauty. The property operates its own organic farm, and we’ll enjoy produce grown right on the land. Each apartment features a private garden, terrace, or balcony with sea views, along with lime-washed walls, handmade tiles, and modern comforts. A short 500-meter walk brings you to the sea and one of Europe’s largest Marine Natural Preserves.
Each day begins with invigorating morning yoga in the open-air shala and winds down with evening practices — yin, restorative yoga, or breathwork to support the nervous system and open intuitive, creative pathways. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this retreat offers an inclusive environment that is inspiring and deeply supportive for mind, body, and spirit. You’ll also have time for meditation, journaling, and unstructured space to rest, wander local towns, bike along the coast, soak in the Mediterranean sun.
For those who feel called, Nami will offer a three-afternoon tarot and astrology immersion for empowerment and transformation. Additional optional experiences include cooking classes, ceramic painting, individual tarot and astrology readings, healing sessions and more. Together, we’ll explore ancient Marsala, the seaside village of Trapani, local beaches, and the region’s distinctive natural landscapes.
Savor authentic, locally sourced, farm-to-table vegetarian Sicilian meals prepared by expert chefs, featuring fresh produce, artisanal olive oil, and ingredients from the farm and nearby growers. We’ll be enjoying true “slow food.” All dietary needs can be accommodated.
Whether you come to deepen your yoga practice, replenish your creative well, reconnect with nature, or simply rest, this retreat offers space to nourish yourself, move in rhythm with the elements, and gather in a warm, supportive community.
Pricing
Triple Occupancy: $2,400 per person — shared room for three, separate beds
Double Occupancy: $2,700 per person — shared room for two, separate beds
Single Occupancy: $3,700 — a room/apartment to yourself
Inclusions: Accommodation, all meals, twice-daily yoga sessions, airport transfer, and excursions to local towns, olive oil farm, and historic salt pans.
Not included: Flights, optional immersive workshops and experiences (full list available upon request).
Payment plans are available. You can reserve your spot with a $500 deposit below. After reserving, you’ll receive a list of accommodation options to choose from — first come, first served.
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