Holistic Group Retreat

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Location icon
San Vito, Puntarenas Province, Coto Brus, Costa Rica
Date
Apr 12 - 18, 2027

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

  
Immerse yourself in the lush mountains of southern Costa Rica for a retreat that blends adventure, holistic wellness, and deep rest. Thoughtfully designed to balance meaningful experiences with ample time to relax and restore, this retreat invites you to reconnect with yourself while surrounded by the beauty and healing energy of nature on our organic farm.
Starting at $1,500 shared | $2,050 privateReserve with a $300 deposit
Your retreat includes:


5 nights in beautifully appointed accommodations.
3 nourishing farm-to-table meals each day, prepared with fresh ingredients from our regenerative farm.
Full access to The Sol, our open-air bamboo gathering space for yoga, meditation, workshops, movement, and community.
Guided meditation and holistic healing practices.
Hikes along our private trails leading to the river that flows through our property.
A beach excursion with transportation, a picnic lunch, and fresh coconuts.
A hands-on farm and homestead experience, including harvesting and pressing sugarcane to create fresh, mineral-rich sugarcane juice.
A Day of Noble Silence for deep rest, reflection, and renewal.
Access to our tranquil bath house featuring a near-infrared sauna, nature-view soaking tub, and rainfall shower.
A celebratory evening with music, handcrafted herbal elixirs, Gong Fu-style tea, and community connection.
Plenty of unstructured time to relax, explore, journal, wander the property, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and deeply connected—to yourself, to nature, and to a community of like-hearted people.
Round-Trip Ground Transportation

Begin your Costa Rican journey with a scenic tour through some of the country's most breathtaking landscapes. Your round-trip transportation from San José International Airport is more than just a transfer—it is your first opportunity to experience the incredible diversity and beauty of Costa Rica.
Travel along the coastal route while taking in views of lush mountains, winding rivers, cascading waterfalls, and the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, we’ll stop in Jacó to enjoy a beautiful ocean overlook, followed by a lunch stop in the vibrant beach town of Dominical where you’ll have the freedom to choose from a variety of local restaurants.
Arrive at Finca Mālama having already experienced the magic of Costa Rica’s changing landscapes, from mountain peaks to tropical coastlines. Your retreat begins the moment our shuttle picks you up.

Group Wellness Sessions

Throughout your retreat, you’ll be guided through intentional wellness practices designed to support relaxation, self-connection, nervous system regulation, and personal transformation. These group sessions create space to slow down, reconnect with your body, and deepen your relationship with yourself and the natural world.

Sound Healing
Experience the therapeutic vibrations of sound as you are guided into a deeply meditative state. Sound healing uses intentional frequencies and tones to encourage relaxation, release tension, and create a sense of inner harmony.

Yin Yoga
Slow down and nourish your body through the deeply restorative practice of Yin Yoga. This gentle style of yoga focuses on longer-held postures, allowing you to release physical tension, increase flexibility, and cultivate stillness and presence.

Guided Meditation
Through guided meditation practices, you’ll be invited to quiet the mind, connect with your breath, and create space for clarity and reflection. These sessions support mindfulness, emotional balance, and a deeper connection to your inner wisdom.

Day of Noble Silence
Experience the profound gift of a full day devoted to rest, reflection, and presence through the practice of Noble Silence. By intentionally refraining from conversation, you’ll have the opportunity to turn your awareness inward, deepen your connection with yourself, and fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the land around you.
Without the distractions of daily communication, many people discover a renewed sense of clarity, peace, and perspective. Spend the day journaling, meditating, walking the trails, resting, or simply being present with nature. This ancient practice has been embraced around the world as a powerful opportunity for personal insight, emotional renewal, and meaningful transformation.

Bath House Experience

Relax and recharge in our peaceful bath house featuring a near-infrared sauna, deep soaking tub, and rainfall shower. The gentle warmth of the sauna helps ease muscle tension, support circulation, and encourage deep relaxation. Then soak in our nature-surrounded tub, allowing the sights and sounds of the landscape to create a peaceful moment of restoration before refreshing beneath the rainfall shower.

Full-Day Local Excursion

A trip to Costa Rica wouldn’t be complete without experiencing its beautiful coastline. We’ll arrange transportation to a nearby beach for a relaxing day of swimming, exploring, and soaking up the tropical scenery.
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the ocean, fresh coconuts, and plenty of time to unwind, play in the waves, or simply relax beneath the tropical sun before returning to the retreat.

Farm Tour & Homestead Experience
   
Step into the rhythms of farm life with a hands-on experience at our regenerative homestead. You’ll learn how sugar is traditionally made from our own sugarcane—starting with harvesting and cutting the stalks, then pressing the cane to create fresh, mineral-rich sugarcane juice.
This experience connects you with the land, the traditions of Costa Rican farming, and the simple joy of creating nourishment directly from nature. Your reward? A refreshing glass of freshly pressed sugarcane juice, naturally sweet and full of minerals.

Evening Celebration

Join us for a joyful final evening as we celebrate the growth, connections, and experiences shared throughout the retreat. As a fully stocked apothecary and regenerative farm, we have an abundance of fresh herbs, spices, and botanicals to craft delicious, nourishing elixirs for you to enjoy.
Sip handcrafted herbal creations from our open elixir bar, experience the art of Gong Fu-style tea service, enjoy music, and gather in a welcoming space to dance, move your body, or simply relax and connect with fellow guests.
This evening is a beautiful opportunity to honor your journey, celebrate your growth, and close the retreat with gratitude, connection, and community.

Plenty of Free Time

One of the greatest gifts of a retreat is the opportunity to truly rest. While we’ve thoughtfully curated meaningful experiences, enriching activities, and opportunities for learning and adventure, we also believe that transformation happens in the quiet moments.
Our schedule is intentionally balanced to provide both inspiration and spaciousness. You’ll have ample time to relax, explore the property at your own pace, journal, nap in a hammock, enjoy the sauna, wander the trails, visit the river, or simply be still.
We encourage you to honor your own rhythm, participate in what feels nourishing, and allow yourself the freedom to rest without feeling rushed from one activity to the next.
After all, some of the most profound moments of a retreat happen in the spaces between the scheduled events.
THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF...

You're craving a genuine reset
You want both adventure and restoration
You're looking for meaningful connection without forced socializing
You love nature and want to experience Costa Rica beyond the typical tourist path
You're curious about holistic wellness
You need space to slow down and hear yourself again

THIS MAY NOT BE FOR YOU IF...
You're looking for a luxury resort, nightlife, a tightly scheduled itinerary, or a retreat where every minute is programmed.

Are You Ready to Experience Costa Rica?

Your 7-day, 6-night retreat begins at just $1500 for shared accommodations or $2,050 for a private room. 
Reserve your space today with a $300 deposit, with the remaining balance divided into convenient equal payments. Final payment is due 30 days prior to the retreat.
Intentionally limited to 12 guests, allowing for a more personal and connected retreat experience.
Private accommodations are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
We can't wait to welcome you to Finca Mālama and share the beauty, nourishment, and tranquility of this special place.
Once you register, you'll receive a comprehensive welcome guide with everything you need to prepare for your retreat, including packing recommendations, travel details, and arrival information.
If you have any questions before booking, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions section or feel free to contact us. We're happy to help make your journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

*If the dates for this retreat do not work for you, we offer this Holistic Group Retreat March 8-14.

Getting Here

Location icon Finca Malama, San Vito, Puntarenas Province, Coto Brus, Costa Rica

Accommodation

Dormitory - The Sol Carnelian

Accommodation
Lodging at The Sol These are located under The Sol, which is our gathering space where the most action happens. Includes: Private balcony Hot shower and sink Natural fiber bedding Queen size bed Down comforter and pillows House-made organic and natural castile soap, hair conditioner, and shampoo For each of these cabins we offer a theme based on a select crystal in the room, to deepen your experience and learning while here.  These are simply offerings and not meant to be imposed upon you.  If you do not resonate with the themes, please disregard them, enjoy the other amenities of your room, and allow yourself to have the experience you desire. Sol 1 - Theme is ‘Passion and confidence’: carnelian Carnelian is a powerful stone for those who wish to build confidence, courage, passion, and power within themselves. It is of great help to gentle souls who wish for good things but have difficulty making them happen.  Carnelian is the color of fire and correlates to the sacral chakra, so it’s all about powering up your sexual energy and channeling it into expressing your unique creativity. This theme is reflected in the terracotta colored walls, the open space, and the vibrant earth tones sprinkled about. We encourage you to wake with the sun and make it your ritual of igniting your internal fire every morning, and use that energy to apply to the life transformation you desire. This room can sleep 4 comfortably (1 queen bed and 2 couch chairs that convert to twin beds). The Queen is given on a first come first serve basis.

Dormitory - The Sol Labradorite

Accommodation
Lodging at The Sol These are located under The Sol, which is our gathering space where the most action happens. Includes: Private balcony Hot shower and sink Natural fiber bedding Queen size bed Down comforter and pillows House-made organic and natural castile soap, hair conditioner, and shampoo For each of these cabins we offer a theme based on a select crystal in the room, to deepen your experience and learning while here.  These are simply offerings and not meant to be imposed upon you.  If you do not resonate with the themes, please disregard them, enjoy the other amenities of your room, and allow yourself to have the experience you desire. Sol 2 - Theme is ‘Trusting the mystery’: labradorite Labradorite is known as “the Stone of Magic".  It invites imagination and possibility, due to its iridescent nature. It’s believed to enhance intuition, reveal hidden truths, and support self-discovery, making it a powerful companion for personal growth.  This room invites you to trust the mystery of life and to spend introspective time to bring forth visions for yourself.  This theme is reflected in the way this room encourages more of an introspective layout.  The bed is tucked around a corner so you can experience a cocoon feeling.  The tunnel-like view reminds you to focus on only what is most important.  The blue hues invite you into a liminal space while the yellow says, “Don’t go too far into the darkness.  Remember the sun shines everyday to give new life an opportunity to live.” This room can fit 4 comfortably (1 queen bed and 1 couch that converts to a queen bed).

Private - Plumeria Room

Accommodation
Lodging in the Plumeria Room This room is located in the main house and features its own private entrance with a sliding glass door, just steps away from The Bath House. Includes: Private balcony Shared hot shower and sink Natural fiber bedding Twin size bed Down comforter and pillows House-made organic and natural castile soap, hair conditioner, and shampoo This room sleeps 1 comfortably (1 twin beds).

Private A-Frame

Accommodation
A-frame - Off-grid luxury This is a detached and private cozy cabin.  The A-frame is for those who desire a completely off-the-grid experience while still being enveloped in comfort and luxury accommodations.  There is no electricity, water, or internet available in this unit - perfect for a restorative stay.  You can choose to stay in this cabin if you want to feel more connected to nature, value less outside energetic intrusion, and enjoy an optional open air living space with a whole wall that you can open onto a deck.  Inside of your cabin is a private compost toilet and instructions on how to care for it; however, for a flush toilet and a hot shower, you can go on a short walk and access our public facilities located by the dining room. This room features: Full size bed Indoor compost toilet Over-the-bed mosquito net Retractable and see-through wall

Private Room- The Sol Heart

Accommodation
Lodging at The Sol These are located under The Sol, which is our gathering space where the most action happens. Includes: Private balcony Hot shower and sink Natural fiber bedding Queen size bed Down comforter and pillows House-made organic and natural castile soap, hair conditioner, and shampoo For each of these cabins we offer a theme based on a select crystal in the room, to deepen your experience and learning while here.  These are simply offerings and not meant to be imposed upon you.  If you do not resonate with the themes, please disregard them, enjoy the other amenities of your room, and allow yourself to have the experience you desire. Sol 3 - Theme is ‘Love and tenderness’: green aventurine and rose quartz This room is about new life and growing into new possibilities.  It is reflected with the green colors and the plant life.  The heart over the bed reminds you of the sweetness available through our relationships when you do your best to be vulnerable and stay open to growth.  Green Aventurine is considered the stone of opportunity. It is said to increase perception and creative insight, and is one of the best crystals to work with for conceiving a baby (which can be human or your goals). Access the wisdom of green aventurine to be at peace with the constantly changing tides of life, never being too high or too low but rather holding strong in the center balance. While rose quartz represents love, this stone calls for you to do deep layerd work within yourself to forgive mistakes - yours as well as others. It carries a soft feminine energy of compassion and peace, tenderness and healing, nourishment and comfort.  This room comfortably sleeps 2 (1 queen bed).

Dormitory Dream Room

Accommodation
This room is located within the main house, accessed through the dining room.  It is spacious and features large windows with a view out toward our coffee plants.  It includes inspiring murals that reflect daydreams and night time dreams.  A shared bathroom and shower is located just a few steps outside. This room may suit individuals who are sociable and like group meals right outside their door, or don’t desire walking up and down our hill to reach The Sol. This room features: King bed that separates into two twins Large windows Close access to outdoor shower, toilet, and Bath House

Customer Reviews

4.50 out of 5.0 average rating

4.0
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Great place to unplug!
I had an overall great experience at the retreat. The food was wonderful, and spending time on Tiffany and Colin’s land was incredibly peaceful and grounding. It was the perfect opportunity to unplug from daily life, slow down, and reconnect with myself in a meaningful way. The atmosphere felt welcoming and restorative, and I left feeling refreshed.

One area that could be improved is providing clearer pictures and more transparent information about room options, pricing, and availability, especially for larger groups. My accommodations ended up changing during the retreat, and the updated arrangement did not feel fully aligned with what I originally expected when booking. More clarity upfront would help set expectations and make planning easier for guests.

Overall, I genuinely enjoyed the retreat and appreciated the opportunity to spend time in such a peaceful and restorative environment.

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A great place for relaxing
When our family decided to have a destination reunion this place stood out as the best fir our family. It was a beautiful place. Quiet, secluded, family oriented. The food was OUTSTANDING, the workers kind and helpful.
The best part the food was plentiful, all natural and mostly grown right on the acreage. The owner took us on a tour and explained what was growing, how its ripened. Oh the coffee beans are also grown there, and its EXCELLENT (I purchased 2 bags to bring home).
All in all a great place to visit.
Thank you so much Colin and Tiffany ( the chef).

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