The Magic of Pura Vida Living

“Pura Vida” is more than a slogan; it’s a way of life. It means “pure life”, but really, it means slowing down, living with intention, smiling at strangers, trusting in the flow, and savoring the present moment. Here, even strangers greet you like old friends. There’s no rush, no pressure, just the whisper of the jungle, the lull of the waves, and the warmth of a culture rooted in joy.

✨ In fact, Costa Rica consistently ranks in the Top 10 Happiest Countries in the World (World Happiness Report). The Nicoya Peninsula, just a few hours from our retreat center, is recognized as one of the world’s only Blue Zones, where people live well into their 90s and 100s, full of vitality, purpose, and connection.

Quick facts about Costa Rica

Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Costa Rica is a small country with a wildly generous heart. Though it makes up only 0.03% of the Earth's surface, it shelters over 5% of the world's biodiversity; a lush sanctuary where howler monkeys greet the sunrise, waterfalls carve ancient paths through emerald forests, and healing happens naturally.

With over 25% of its land protected as national parks and reserves, Costa Rica is a global leader in sustainability and eco-tourism. It's no wonder it's ranked among the happiest countries in the world year after year (World Happiness Report), and home to one of the only five Blue Zones on the planet, where people live longer, healthier, more purposeful lives.

🌎 Population: Around 5.2 million people
🌿 Biodiversity: Home to 500,000+ species, one of the most nature-rich places on Earth
🌞 Weather: Warm all year, with temperatures between 21–27°C (70–81°F)
☀️ Sunlight: 12 hours of daylight every day, wake up with the sun, rest with the stars
💚 Energy: 98% of electricity comes from clean, renewable sources
🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle: “Pura Vida” means Pure Life, a Costa Rican motto that celebrates peace, joy, and simple living
🕊️ Peaceful Nation: No army since 1948, Costa Rica chooses peace
🌊 Two Coasts: Over 1,300 km of coastline, with both Pacific and Caribbean beaches
🍍 Natural Food: World-famous for tropical fruits, coffee, and cacao, grown on small organic farms
🛡️ Safe to Visit:
– Costa Rica is seen as one of the safest countries in Latin America , with a Safety Perceptions Index (SPI) score of 0.244.
– In 2024, over 91% of tourists said they felt safe during their trip (ICT)

Nature is the medicine here

Costa Rica has made a global name for itself in sustainability and natural preservation. It’s a carbon-neutral pioneer, and over 98% of its electricity comes from renewable sources like wind, solar, and hydro. Nearly 30% of its territory is protected as national parks, wildlife reserves, or marine sanctuaries, meaning you are truly stepping into a land that chooses to stay wild.🌴 Whether you’re walking barefoot on volcanic black sand beaches, meditating to the hum of the jungle, or showering under a waterfall, this land reminds your nervous system what peace feels like.

Why Costa Rica for a Healing Retreat

Because transformation thrives in nature.
Because here, you’re not a tourist, you’re a seeker.
Because everything around you is alive, awake, and sacred.

Costa Rica offers the perfect backdrop for your inner work:

🌋 Volcanic energy for grounding and renewal
🌊 The ocean’s rhythm for emotional flow and release
🌳 Ancient rainforests for deep connection and rootedness
🌅 Golden sunsets for clarity, reflection, and rebirth
🌺 Local wisdom & indigenous medicine for authentic healing

Whether you come here to reconnect with your body, shed old emotional layers, or rediscover your soul’s voice, Costa Rica holds you in safety, beauty, and grace. It gently guides you back to your essence, in a place where healing isn’t forced—it’s remembered.