*No COVID-19 test, No COVID-19 vaccine, No quarantine are required for tourists visiting Costa Rica. The Costa Rican government has been consistent with this since it opened its borders again in November 2020 and plans to maintain it as such.

For the current and complete entry requirements for tourists to Costa Rica, see the updated information here.

Feel free to contact us to review in more detail or to arrange a tele call. We will be glad to chat with you.

Included in Retreat Cost:

• (6) nights accommodations
• Daily breakfast/brunch and dinner
• Daily 1.5-hour yoga session
• Special restorative yoga, yoga nidra, guided meditation
• (4) 2-hour surfing lessons OR
 (3) SUP outings (equipment and transportation included) *
• 1-hour massage
• Complimentary use of yoga mats & props
• Complimentary filtered water
• Vajra Sol gift
• Vajra Sol retreat coordination
• Assistance with organizing domestic transfers from the airport, trip extensions and information source for travel within Costa Rica before or after the retreat.

* If you opt-out of surfing or SUP lessons and only participate in the yoga, the retreat price is US $250 less. You can adjust your payment total at check-out when you fill out your reservation.

Not Included in Retreat Cost:

• Airfare to/from Costa Rica
• Domestic transportation within Costa Rica to the retreat hotel
• Gratuities for wait staff, massage, surf/SUP instructors
• Alcoholic drinks
• Travel insurance

Book your plane ticket to San Jose’s Juan Santamaria international airport (code SJO), Costa Rica’s capital city or the other international airport is Liberia (code LIR). Plan to arrive in Santa Teresa by mid/late afternoon on the first day.

To transfer to Santa Teresa you can go by domestic flight or ground shuttle.

Direct flights from San Jose or Liberia international airport are about 20 minutes to Tambor, the nearest airstrip to Santa Teresa. The domestic airlines in Costa Rica are Sansa and Costa Rica Green Airways. We will arrange for a driver to meet you in Tambor (this transfer is not included. Cost is about US $50 one way).

Shuttle services from San Jose or Liberia (airport or hotel) depart 1-2 times daily depending on the season between Santa Teresa. From either location, the approximate travel time is about five hours. If coming from San Jose this includes a scenic 70-minute ferry ride across the Gulf of Nicoya.

Check out KAYAK for international flights to Costa Rica.

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The retreat starts on the first day in the late afternoon around 4 PM (check-in is at 2:00 PM) with a welcome yoga class followed by an orientation and dinner.

The retreat ends after breakfast on the last day. Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

The dry season or summertime in Costa Rica is from December through April. The climate is tropical and Pacific coastal temperatures average from mid-80s F to low 90s F during the day and low-mid 70s in the evenings. The rainy season, or green season, is from May to early November. June through August and November is when there is typically less rain and a second high season for visiting Costa Rica. This is also a great time to visit with the landscape being vibrantly green and lush! Temperatures are similar to the summer months.

We only offer our retreats at the most favorable times of the year.

The retreat starts with dinner on day one and ends with breakfast on the last day. Catered meals are at our villas with private dining and one or two dinners are at restaurants in Santa Teresa where we can enjoy a fun, local atmosphere.

Meals are prepared by our chef and is a healthy, primarly organic, fusion style. Special diets, such as vegetarian, vegan or gluten/dairy-free, and food sensitivities and allergies, can be accommodated. Please let us know when you book your retreat.


A variety of tours and activities are offered outside of the retreat package which guests can sign-up for during the week. Reservations can be made upon arrival at the hotel.

• Rainforest canopy tour (zip-lining)
• Guided nature hike in the Cabo Blanco Nature reserve
• Horseback riding along the beach or into the countryside
• ATV rental to explore on your own or on a guided tour
• Tour to Montezuma town and waterfalls
• Boat and snorkeling tour to Tortuga Island
• Deep sea fishing tour with private boat
• Massage and spa treatments

The retreat is currently limited to 10 persons (during non-pandemic times it is 16) to ensure quality and personalized attention for each guest. There is a minimum of five persons required to run a retreat. Many guests are single/solo travelers. Please feel very welcome to come on your own. It will be an incredible experience!

After travelers pass through the tourist entry requirements for Costa Rica in the international airport and once at our retreat, the following is implemented.

• All common areas and the yoga space are completely open-air. We respect each other’s space and maintain a reasonable and comfortable distance.
• Mask-wearing is required for entering/exiting restaurants (all are open-air/outdoor) and shops. It is not required on the retreat property.
• Staff is duly covered with masks at any time and gloves most of the time.
• Alcohol dispensers are in place.
• Cleaning is done special products (as used at medical facilities)
• External visitors (suppliers, maintenance people, etc) cannot access any facility as long as guests are present.
• Room cleaning is done when clients are away.
• An extra distance between tables is implemented.

You are welcome to arrive earlier or depart later than the retreat dates and stay at the retreat hotel. Please contact us to check on availability and we will send you the nightly rate. Or ask us for recommendations of other places to stay in Santa Teresa.

Since the end of January 2021, all travelers of all nationalities who are flying to the U.S. will need to show a negative COVID-19 test result before checking in for the flight from Costa Rica to the U.S.

If a traveler has already had COVID-19 or has received the vaccine there are options instead of the above-mentioned test.

See the full details about U.S. Re-entry requirements for travelers here.

Tourism is a vital part of the Costa Rican economy. The Costa Rican government has reviewed with extreme diligence the health-safety scenarios with regards to the pandemic and opening its borders for tourists. They have done a stellar job at handling the pandemic in Costa Rica. Many tourists have visited and enjoyed their holiday since the borders opened in November 2020.

* This policy applies for COVID-19 related cancelations *

Payment and Cancelation Policy

A non-refundable US $500 deposit confirms a reservation. Full payment is due 45 days prior to the first date of the retreat.

Should a guest need to cancel a reservation more than 45 days before the first day of the retreat the $500 deposit can be transferred to another retreat within one year.

Should a guest need to cancel 45 days or less prior to the first day of the retreat, for whatever reason, we will not be able to provide a refund or credit for any payment.

No refund or credit will be given for arriving late, departing a retreat early, or for meals/activities in which one does not participate. In the unlikely event Vajra Sol needs to cancel a retreat for a non-force majeure reason a full refund will be given.

If force majeure (e.g. pandemic, natural disaster, government travel restrictions, etc.) causes a retreat to be canceled, alternative dates will be offered to reschedule the retreat within one year and 100% of the guest payment will be transferred to the rescheduled retreat. In this case, when a retreat cannot be held due to causes beyond our control, no refund of payments can be provided.

We strongly advise on the purchase of travel insurance at the time of booking your retreat in the case of any unexpected events or changes to your plans before or during your trip. 

Check the travel insurance provided by iTravelInsured which is affiliated with IMG (International Medical Group) to see if it meets your needs. You may customize what you need for travel and/or international emergency medical insurance. Check with your home health insurance provider to see if and for what you are covered when traveling outside your home country.

It is our best intention to lessen the concerns around booking a retreat by offering additional flexibility with retreat cancelations in this era of COVID-19 travel. It is important you are comfortable with your travel plans. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions and we will be happy to provide additional information.

What to Bring on a Costa Rica Yoga Retreat

This list includes suggestions for what to pack for your retreat at the beach (this is not an exhaustive list). For more details, see our Yoga Retreat Packing List: Costa Rica.

• Lightweight clothing for hot, humid climates
• Swimsuit/surf shorts. For women, if you are surfing make sure your bikini fits snuggly! You can buy
  locally too.
•  Rashguard for surfing. This a lycra top to protect your abdomen from rubbing on the board and for
  sun protection. You can buy locally too.
• For SUPing, a T-shirt to wear while out on the water for sun protection.
• Evening wear is casual beach style (sundress, bermuda shorts)
• Flip-flops, sandals (no high heels); If you plan to go zip-lining or horseback riding bring enclosed
  shoes that stay on your feet.
• Sun hat & sunglasses. SUPers, a floatable strap for your sunglasses so you don’t lose them.
• Insect repellent & cream for relieving insect bites (Mosquitos are not a problem although it’s good to be prepared if you are more prone to bites.)
• Waterproof sunblock and after sun lotion (3 oz for passing airport security check)
• Face sunblock (SPF 50)
• Mineral Reef Safe Sunscreen
• Toiletry kit
• Small microfiber travel towel (useful if you sweat in yoga or for water activity)
• Waterproof phone cover and float strap
• First aid kit (e.g. aspirin, band-aids, anti-stomach upset, insect repellant, etc.)
• Non-slip towel to put on top of yoga mat if you are prone to slip from sweat
• Journal notebook should you be inspired to write.
• Travel yoga mat – If you don’t want to bring your own, complimentary yoga mats are also available.