Private Retreats: Costa Rica
7 DAYS OF BLISS IN NOSARA, COSTA RICA
(one of the world’s five Blue Zones)
Sand, sun, and yoga anyone?! Join Melanie for a week at Casas Kismet in Nosara, Costa Rica. Fresh air, fresh food, up to two yoga classes a day, plus all the lounging, exploring, and relaxation you can handle: treat yourself to this BLISS!
Yoga offerings can include Vinyasa Flow, Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Myofascial Release, Neurogenic Yoga, and Meditation.
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HOW IT WORKS:
- You choose the dates
- You gather a group of at least 10 people to book
- We work together to customize the schedule, excursions, & meals
The venue
Casas Kismet is a boutique retreat center located in the Guanacaste Peninsula, home to one of the five blue zones in the world. People in blue zones are known for living longer, happier, healthier lives than the average person. On your journey to Casas Kismet we want you to revitalize your mind, body and soul.
Relax on a float in the pool or take a short 10 minute walk to the beautiful beaches of Playa Pelada, as well as local restaurants and shops. Kismet means destiny, so come visit us and create your own destiny while living the pure and simple life in Costa Rica.
We are located in Nosara, a quiet surf town known for its world class surf breaks. We are a 2.5 hour drive from Libera airport and are nestled on top of a quiet ridge in Playa Pelada. We have created this exclusive space in the jungle that allows for you to come and immerse yourself in nature.
Food to nourish
body, mind, & soul
We love food and take seriously it’s origin, journey and preparation. Tasty meals, that are both nutritious and wholesome, revitalize the body and are one of the highlights of your stay at Casas Kismet. Our in-house chef prepares daily delicious meals and can accommodate food preferences and allergies.
We love supporting our local economy, so our food comes from local farmers and markets.
accommodations & Fees
Each unit is equipped with multiple beds, private bathroom, kitchen, high speed internet, indoor and outdoor living space, and air conditioning.
Karma Penthouse:
Bedroom 1: one or two beds + bathroom
Bedroom 2: one bed + bathroom
Bedroom 3: one bed (share bathroom with bedroom 2)
Karma Unit 1:
One or two beds + bathroom
Karma Unit 2:
One or two beds + bathroom
Dharma Penthouse:
Bedroom 1: one or two beds + 1 bathroom
Bedroom 2: one or two beds + 1 bathroom
Dharma Deluxe:
Three or six beds + 1 bathroom
For a more in-depth view of the rooms CLICK HERE.
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RETREAT WEEK FEES:
8-9 ppl: $3525 USD pp
10-13 ppl: $3225 USD pp
14-15 ppl: $2825 USD pp
16-19 ppl: $2525 USD pp
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Ready to start planning your week in paradise? Submit the booking form above or email me at novayogaretreats@gmail.com.
what you’ll love
Exclusive venue use for you and your group
Saltwater pool
Bar + bartender onsite for mocktails, cocktails, & smoothies
Beach 10min walk
Town of Guiones 10min walk
Outdoor yoga studio & outdoor gym
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- 7 nights accommodation
- 3 meals each day (except 1 dinner)
- Up to 2 yoga classes each day (12 classes total)
- Excursion and ground transportation booking support
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Flights
- Ground transportation (can be arranged)
- One dinner
- Alcohol
- Gratutity
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
Massages
Bird watching hike
Zip Lining Adventure
HORSEBACK RIDING
Mangrove Kayak + SUP Tour
Cultural Coffee Tour
Biological Nature Hike
Waterfall Hike
Snorkelling
SUP Surf Instruction
SURF LESSONS
WHAT OUR DAYS CAN LOOK LIKE
Morning Yoga + Meditation
Breakfast
Free Time/Relaxation/Optional Excursions
Lunch
Free Time/Relaxation/Optional Excursions
Late Afternoon Yoga
Dinner
THE WEEK:
Saturday
Arrival day & dinner
Sunday
First yoga class
Friday
Last yoga class & dinner
Saturday
Breakfast & departure day (10:00am checkout)
TRAVEL
Flights should fly in and out of Liberia airport (LIR): arrival day is Saturday and departure day is Saturday.
It is approximately a 2.5 hour drive from Liberia airport to Nosara; your ground transportation will be arranged by Casas Kismet (for a fee) and waiting for you in the arrival area.
If you need to overnight on the way to Costa Rica or on the way home due to flight options there is a Hilton Hotel near Liberia Airport.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO READ THE TERMS & CONDITIONS
PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
$500 USD deposit pp (10 deposits) due to book
$600 USD pp due 9 months before
$600 USD pp due 6 months before
Final balance due 4 months before
CANCELLATION POLICY:
All deposits and payments are nonrefundable, no exceptions.
If you cancel the retreat week 6 months or more before the retreat start date all deposits will be forfeited. All other payments will be converted into travel credit that can be applied to a future Nova Retreats Inc. private or public retreat; this credit is transferable and expires two years from the original retreat date.
If you cancel the retreat week 6 months or less before the retreat start date all deposits and payments will be forfeited.
In the event that Nova Retreats postpones the retreat for any reason, including any force majeure event, all monies paid will be converted into travel credit that can be applied to a future Nova Retreat Inc. trip; this credit is transferable and expires two years from the original retreat date.
Nova Retreats Inc. is a small business that proudly works with intimate, family-run hotels and venues and we are unable to offer refunds of any kind.
If you require more security, please talk to an insurance broker about a comprehensive travel plan that will offer you the coverage you need.
Proof of Emergency Travel Medical Insurance AND Trip Interruption/Cancellation Insurance are both required by all participants in the retreat group.
Thank you for understanding.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need a passport?
Yes you are required to have a passport.
I have dietary restrictions – is this retreat able to accommodate me?
Yes certainly; once you have reserved your spot please pass on any allergies, restrictions, or requests.
Will my ride to Casas Kismet and Nosara meet me at the airport?
Yes! We will have all of your flight arrival (and departure) information and will arrange for ground transportation to meet you upon your exit of Liberia Airport.
How can I reach you if I have further questions?
You can email us at novayogaretreats@gmail.com or call 709-743-8303.
TESTIMONIALS
In a word, Nova Yoga Retreats are delicious! Melanie and her co-leaders hold space beautifully, guiding the group through yoga and meditation practices and “off campus” excursions with gentle mastery. You can show up and know that everything has been taken care of. Her groups are always welcoming; I attended two retreats solo and left both with amazing friends. Melanie chooses retreat locations with natural and artistic beauty and most importantly–soul. Her love of travel and exploring new cultures adds so much to the experience. Last, but not least, the food and accomodations are always a delight!
It felt like a true escape from my normal life. I feel like I was able to connect to the area and the people who journeyed with me. Your ability to curate a safe space to be and a place to play for people is truly a gift, Melanie. Thank you.
I can’t recommend Nova Yoga’s retreats highly enough. Melanie put together an amazing week that stretched our bodies and our minds, and left both stronger and more restored. This experience was much more than “just” yoga — it was truly a reset physically and mentally, and a wonderful opportunity to restore and refresh alongside amazing and kind women.
From the moment I arrived, I knew it would be a transformative journey. Each class left me relaxed and rejuvenated. This, along with amazing food and people, made for an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect yoga getaway.
Melanie finds the best places and brings together the most amazing people.
I love the opportunity to get away from the tourist areas and get to know the local scene. The food was fabulous, staff and accommodations were excellent. The yoga was wonderfully therapeutic. And I really enjoyed getting to know the group. This was a wonderful experience for me and my first time travelling as a single. It gave me the confidence to try it again.
Melanie is the most incredible yoga instructor. Her retreats are absolutely amazing. A magical experience of a lifetime. If you haven’t done one of her retreats, you are really missing out!