Our daily yoga practices, led by Claire and Kate, will take place on the lakeside platform, surrounded by the sounds of nature. Kate and Claire are both experienced teachers, offering a variety of yoga styles between them.

Claire will lead daily walks to explore the amazing biodiversity of the rainforest surrounding Ara Ambigua Lodge. Claire is a passionate birdwatcher, and has visited Costa Rica three times so has a huge amount of knowledge to share.

18th March - overnight at the Hotel Bourgainvillea, near the airport at San Jose.

19th - 27th March - stay 8 nights at the Ara Ambigua Lodge, ninety minutes north of San Jose. This is a certified sustainable hotel, nestled amongst three hectares of rainforest of incredible biodiversity. There are trails around the hotel grounds to explore, with a huge variety of flora and fauna to enjoy. This is a bird watchers paradise ! There are also three pools to enjoy, so there will be plenty of time to just rest and relax.

27th - 28th March - optional two night stay at Nosara, a stunning beachside resort on the Pacific Coast.

All the rooms at Ara Ambigua Lodge have balconies from which to enjoy the surrounding gardens. The rooms are comfortable with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and hairdryers. WiFi is available in the communal areas so you can really switch off.

Our retreat is full board. Costa Rican and international foods are available in the hotel restaurant, La Casona.

The hotel is owned and managed by a local Costa Rican family, so in staying here we are supporting the local economy and wildlife.

Our trip will include a half day trip to La Selva Biological Station where we will be guided around the reserve to enjoy the flora and fauna,. We will also visit Cope’s Garden to enjoy the bird life and nature of the rainforest. Our trip also includes a boat trip along the Sarapiqui River.