Finca Shambhala

Practice, harvest, and breathe by the falls

Costa Rica Tumbas paid

Coffee, cheese, fruit and greens are part of daily life at Finca Shambhala, a regenerative farm and retreat sanctuary in Costa Rica’s Diamante Valley. The working landscape shapes the experience: meals draw on the farm’s harvest, and an open-air yoga shala looks toward Diamante Waterfall and the river. A short walk brings you to the water, while the surrounding valley gives practice a strong sense of connection to the natural world. The center offers yoga retreats and private or shared rooms, with three fresh farm-to-table meals served each day. Its ethos centers on learning from plants, food and the land, rather than separating retreat life from the rhythms of a farm. Come ready for an earthy, outdoors-oriented stay, and check with the host about the specific retreat schedule and what each program includes.

Highlights

Open-air yoga shala overlooking Diamante Waterfall and the river
A working permaculture farm producing its own coffee and cheese
Three fresh farm-to-table meals each day
River access a four-minute walk from the farm

Good for

yoga practitionersnature loversfarm-to-table food enthusiastsregenerative living learnersretreat newcomers

Setting

In the green Diamante Valley, the farm’s open-air yoga shala faces Diamante Waterfall and the river. The water is a four-minute walk away, giving the grounds an outdoorsy, grounded feel shaped by the landscape and the rhythms of regenerative farming.

The practice

Yoga is the named practice at Finca Shambhala, with sessions held in an open-air shala facing the waterfall and river. The center’s wider approach connects time on the mat with attention to plants, food and the land. Beginners can ask the host what style and level a particular retreat suits, since the format may differ between programs.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm it with the center. Three fresh farm-to-table meals are part of the stay, and the grounds, waterfall-view shala and nearby river create space for practice and time outdoors between scheduled activities.

Accommodation

Guests can stay in private or shared rooms. Ask the host about room options and what is included with your retreat.

What to bring

Pack comfortable clothes for yoga and sturdy footwear for walking around the farm and down to the river. Average temperatures are about 22.5°C; bring a light rain layer, especially during the wetter months of May, June and October.

Website fincashambhala.com

Address San José, Pérez Zeledón, Tumbas, Costa Rica

How to get there

From San José, take an Uber to the Musoc Bus Terminal and a bus to Pérez Zeledón, then continue to the farm by Uber. A direct taxi from San José International Airport can also be arranged.

Nearest airport: Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) (43 km)

Quepos Managua Airport (XQP) is approximately 43 km from the center. Ask the host about onward transport from the airport.

Nearest city: Quepos

Public transport: Take a bus from the Musoc Bus Terminal to Pérez Zeledón, then arrange an Uber for the trip to the farm.

Languages

English

How to book

Contact the center through its website to ask about dates and make a reservation.

Pricing

Stays and retreats are paid, but rates depend on the program and room type. Contact the center for current prices.

Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.

Visit Finca Shambhala website

Climate

Climate Zone: Subtropical

Best Months: Jan, Mar, Feb

Avoid: Oct, May, Jun

The annual average temperature is about 22.5°C, with March through May the warmest months. January through March tend to be drier, while October, May and June are among the wettest, so conditions can vary with the season.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What is the daily schedule like?

The schedule depends on the retreat. Ask the host for the timing of yoga sessions, meals and free time for your dates.

Can beginners join the yoga retreats?

Yoga is offered at the farm, but levels can vary by program. Check with the host whether a specific retreat is suitable for beginners.

What food is served, and can dietary needs be accommodated?

Three farm-to-table meals are served daily, using produce grown on the farm, along with its own coffee and cheese. Dietary options include vegan, vegetarian, pescetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free; confirm your needs with the host.

How do I get to the farm?

The farm is in Tumbas, Pérez Zeledón. From San José, the described route is to take an Uber to the Musoc Bus Terminal, ride the bus to Pérez Zeledón, then continue by Uber to the farm; a direct taxi from San José Airport can also be arranged.

How can I reserve a stay?

Contact the center through its website to ask about retreat dates, room options and reservations.