Living Ayurveda Retreat

Farm-grown wellness in the rainforest

Costa Rica Puntarenas paid

A working farm gives Living Ayurveda Retreat its distinctive rhythm: medicinal teas, cacao, herbs, spices and food grow amid the Costa Rican rainforest at Finca DiVina Vida. Retreats bring together Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, yoga, meditation and time in nature, drawing on the facilitator’s more than twenty years of experience with Eastern and yogic philosophy. The approach is broad rather than tied to one named lineage, making it a good place to explore several holistic practices in one visit. Meals are vegetarian, built around Ayurvedic principles and seasonal whole foods. Between sessions, guests can spend time at the yoga platform, use the healing and massage room, or cool off in the chemical-free pool. It feels especially suited to travelers who want wellness practices woven into a farm setting, rather than a retreat focused on meditation alone. Retreats are paid, with prices starting at USD 666; confirm the cost and details for your dates with the host.

Highlights

A working farm growing medicinal teas, cacao, herbs, spices and food
Ayurvedic vegetarian meals built around seasonal whole foods
Yoga platform and healing and massage room on site
Chemical-free swimming pool for a post-practice dip

Good for

wellness travelersyoga practitionersAyurveda newcomersnature loversvegetarians

Setting

Finca DiVina Vida is a working farm in the Costa Rican rainforest, where medicinal teas, cacao, herbs, spices and food are grown on site. A yoga platform, healing and massage room, and chemical-free swimming pool make it easy to move between practice and time outdoors.

The practice

The retreat combines Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, yoga and meditation with a connection to nature, rather than following a single named tradition. Ayurveda is a holistic approach to wellbeing that can shape food and daily practices; here, meals follow Ayurvedic principles and use seasonal whole foods. The facilitator brings more than twenty years of experience with Eastern and yogic philosophy. Ask about the specific sessions and experience level for your retreat.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm the schedule with the center. The farm setting, yoga platform and meditation are part of the retreat’s mix, alongside vegetarian meals planned around Ayurvedic principles and seasonal whole foods.

Accommodation

Lodging details are not available here. Ask the host about room types, availability and what is included with your retreat.

What to bring

Pack comfortable clothes for yoga and meditation, plus light layers for the warm climate, which averages 26.5°C. Rain is more common in June, September and October, so bring a light rain layer and shoes suitable for damp paths.

Address Finca DiVina Vida, 1 km north of the Catholic Church La Vasconia, San Gerardo, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

How to get there

Finca DiVina Vida is 1 km north of the Catholic Church La Vasconia in San Gerardo, Puntarenas. Search the farm’s name in Google Maps or Waze for directions.

Nearest airport: La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) (61 km)

La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) is approximately 61 km from the center. Uber, shuttle service, bus or a personal driver are possible options; contact the host to coordinate based on your travel details.

Nearest city: La Fortuna

Public transport: A bus is one of the listed ways to reach the area; ask the host about the route for your arrival.

Languages

English

Pricing

Paid retreats start at USD 666. Confirm the price and inclusions for your chosen dates with the host.

Climate

Climate Zone: Tropical

Best Months: Mar, Jan, Feb

Avoid: Oct, Jun, Sep

The annual average temperature is 26.5°C, with the warmest months in February through April. March, January and February are driest, while June, September and October tend to be wetter, so rain protection is useful for visits during those months.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What is the daily schedule at Living Ayurveda Retreat?

The schedule varies by retreat. Ask the host for the timetable for your dates.

Can beginners join the practices?

The retreat combines several holistic modalities, but experience requirements can vary by program. Ask the host whether a particular retreat suits your background.

Are meals vegetarian, and can dietary needs be accommodated?

Meals are vegetarian and planned around Ayurvedic principles and seasonal whole foods. Ask the host about other dietary needs.

How do I get to Finca DiVina Vida?

The farm is 1 km north of the Catholic Church La Vasconia in San Gerardo. Search for “Finca DiVina Vida” in Google Maps or Waze; Uber, shuttle service, bus and personal driver are listed as travel options.

How much does a retreat cost?

Prices start at USD 666. Confirm the price and what is included for your chosen retreat directly with the host.