Awake

Grow together, grounded in nature

Costa Rica C. Garcias paid

Uvita’s beaches, rivers and forested hills set the scene at Awake, a conscious-living retreat center built around personal growth and community. Yoga and meditation shalas open onto an extensive garden, while Café Cora gives guests a shared place to gather over homemade plant-based food. Meals are gluten-free and organic, with ingredients sourced mostly from local farmers; vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and nut-free options are listed. The center’s programs are broad rather than tied to a named meditation lineage, so the exact mix of practices depends on the retreat you choose. Rooms have air conditioning, and practical comforts include Wi-Fi, towels, housekeeping and free parking. Retreats start at USD 666. With waterfalls, lagoons and mountains close by, Awake makes a grounded base for combining retreat sessions with time outdoors. Register for a specific journey and wait for participation approval before booking flights.

Highlights

Several shalas for yoga and meditation
Café Cora doubles as a community gathering place
Homemade plant-based meals use produce sourced mostly from local farmers
An extensive garden, with rivers, waterfalls and lagoons nearby

Good for

yoga practitionersmeditation beginnersplant-based eaterscommunity-minded travelersnature lovers

Setting

Uvita’s tropical landscape shapes the feel of Awake: beaches, rivers, lagoons, waterfalls and mountains are all within reach. On the grounds, several shalas and an extensive garden create room for practice, quiet time and community gatherings.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm the schedule with the center. The grounds include shalas for yoga and meditation, garden space for time outdoors, and Café Cora for shared meals and gathering. Retreat sessions and free time depend on the program.

Accommodation

Rooms have air conditioning. Wi-Fi, towels, housekeeping and free parking are listed among the practical comforts; ask the center about room types and what is included with your retreat.

What to bring

Pack comfortable clothing for yoga and meditation, along with light layers for a warm climate averaging 25.6°C. March is among the driest months, while May, July and August are wetter, so bring a light rain layer if traveling then.

Address C. Garcias, , Uvita, Provincia de Puntarenas, CR, 60504

How to get there

Awake is at C. Garcias in Uvita, in Puntarenas Province. From Juan Santamaría International Airport, the drive is about four hours; the center can arrange a paid shuttle, or you can organize your own transport.

Nearest airport: Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) (53 km)

Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) is approximately 53 km from the center; ask Awake about onward transport. A paid shuttle can be organized from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), about a four-hour drive away.

Nearest city: Quepos

Public transport: A public bus from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Uvita is another option.

Languages

English

How to book

Pricing

Retreats start at USD 666. Check with Awake for the price and inclusions of your chosen program.

Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Mar, Jan, Feb

Avoid: May, Jul, Aug

Uvita averages 25.6°C over the year, with warmer conditions from March to May and cooler months including September, October and December. January to March are among the driest months; May, July and August are wetter.

Location

Frequently asked questions

Can beginners join a retreat at Awake?

The center hosts health and wellness retreats, but experience requirements depend on the program. Check with the host before registering if you are new to yoga or meditation.

What kind of food is served?

Café Cora prepares homemade plant-based, gluten-free and organic meals, using ingredients sourced mostly from local farmers. Vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and nut-free options are listed; confirm meal details for your retreat.

How do I get to Awake from the airport?

Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) is approximately 53 km away; ask the center about onward transport. Awake can arrange a paid shuttle from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), about a four-hour drive.

How do I book a retreat?

Register for the specific Awake journey and wait for approval before booking flights. Contact the center for current dates and registration details.

What should I pack for a retreat in Uvita?

Bring comfortable clothes for yoga and meditation, plus light clothing for warm days. A rain layer is useful, especially in the wetter months; confirm any program-specific packing advice with the host.