Costa Rica Retreat: Wild Renewal

At Moonwake Retreats, our intention is to create a safe and supportive environment. The short application allows us to understand your needs, make sure the experience is a right fit, and ensure that the group as a whole feels balanced and aligned. Once your application is approved, you will receive a link to secure your reservation.

All meals for the Costa Rica retreat are plant-based and nut-free. Beyond that, the kitchen can accommodate most dietary needs. You’ll be able to share any restrictions during registration, and we’ll confirm again before your arrival so everything is prepared. Our goal is for every guest to feel nourished, cared for, and at ease at every meal.

Because of the advance commitments we make to our venues and partners, all reservations are 100% non-refundable. To give you peace of mind, we require every guest to purchase travel insurance. You are free to choose any travel insurance policy and provider, however we recommend World Nomads.

No. Your experience is your own. We invite you to listen to what your body and energy need each day. Everything is optional. You’ll never be pressured to share or join in.

You likely won’t be the only one! Many of our guests come solo, and our retreats offer a natural way to connect.

That said, there’s no pressure to socialize. We honor those who need solitude, and we respect the needs of both introverts and extroverts.

In fact, if you prefer quiet reflection, we offer the option to wear an Inward Bracelet. This is our way of signaling to facilitators and other guests that you prefer to focus inward, without pressure to share or socialize.

To ensure comfort and a sense of ease, shared accommodations are reserved only for guests traveling together. We don’t pair individual travelers with roommates — this way you always know who you’ll be sharing your space with. If you’d like to book the Crescent Moon Package (shared accommodations), we encourage you to register with a friend or family member.

Our retreats tend to attract thoughtful adults who are navigating a season of transition, reflection, grief, burn-out, or growth. Many participants are in their 30s to 50s, though all ages are welcome.

The flight from San Jose to Drake Bay takes about 50 minutes and is operated by Sansa Airlines, a long-established and reputable Costa Rican carrier. The planes typically seat around 12 passengers.

The experience is far more than just transportation — it’s breathtaking. As you soar along the Pacific coast, you’ll catch a glimpse of lush rainforest, winding rivers, secluded beaches, and the turquoise waters below. Near the end of the flight, you’ll enjoy a stunning aerial view of the Osa Peninsula - your home for the next six nights.

The retreat begins on June 15, 2026. Guests should plan to fly into San Jose International Airport (SJO) and connect on a domestic flight into Drake Bay (DRK) that same day. Our team will greet you upon arrival in Drake Bay and handle all additional transfers.

If you’d like extra time in Costa Rica, you’re welcome to arrive earlier and enjoy independent travel. In that case, simply plan to meet us at Drake Bay Airport on June 15 — on any scheduled flight that day.

Yes — both La Paloma Lodge and Corcovado Wilderness Lodge offer WiFi. That said, connection speeds can vary and are best for light use such as checking email or messaging family. Part of the benefit of this retreat is the chance to step away from the constant digital noise of daily life. We encourage participants to truly disconnect and immerse themselves in the retreat curriculum and the rhythms of nature.