Costa Rica Retreat FAQ

  • We are partnering with Imiloa Institute at their newest location Verdesana to host this retreat. You can check out the details at Verdesana@Imiloa or call +1-305-600-0960 for the concierge.

  • You are responsible for booking your flights to and from San Jose airport (SJO). Pick up and drop off to and from the retreat center to SJO airport is included.

  • Yes, you will be served delicious four-course farm to table plant based meals and healthy snacks during the retreat. All meals are included.

  • We can accommodate most dietary restrictions such as gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian etc. Meals will include farm to table plant based food. If you have any special requests, please contact us. 

  • You are not required to but we recommend participating in everything to get the full experience of this program. If you have any reservations or medical conditions that prevent you from participating in this program we can accommodate those. 

  • The breathwork techniques taught at tattva have been scientifically validated in thousands of people and have been practiced over hundreds of years. Our team will carefully guide you through the process and give you a pace that works for you. 

  • No, you do not need to have knowledge of breathwork before coming to this program. We tailor our approaches based on your experience level and modify if you are a beginner or experienced practitioner. We recommend scheduling a breathwork consult if you would like to experience it before coming to the retreat.

  • • If you are looking for a magical experience that allows you to unplug and destress while learning how to become your best self 

    • If you feel stuck or are at cross-roads in life and looking to tap into the intelligence of the universe 

    • If you are interested in growth and pushing yourself to the next level through proven techniques such as breathwork and energy healing

    • If you love being surrounded by nature and being outdoors

    • If you’d like to meet a likeminded group of professionals

    • If you are health conscious and believe in self-care

  • The 6-day Vital Life retreat includes Cacao and Hape to help you open your mind to possibilities and integrate the experiences.

  • Rapé is a sacred shamanic medicine that has been used by healers of the Amazon basin for thousands of years. It is pronounced 'ha-peh' in English, but is also referred to as 'hape', 'hapi', or 'rapay'. It is a nasal snuff and a very rare, sacred, powerful, and profoundly healing and cleansing miracle medicine. It is made in a very sacred and labor-intensive process. Rapé is a complex blend of pulverized Amazonian medicinal plants, nicotine trees, leaves, seeds, and other sacred ingredients. It contains Nicotiana Rustica, a type of tobacco also known as mapacho. It is different from the tobacco used in cigarettes, which is called Nicotiana Tabacum.

    The blend is blown high up into the nostrils with a pipe called a Tepi. The blow immediately focuses the mind, stops the chattering, and opens the entire freed mindspace for your intentions. Furthermore, rapé helps releasing emotional, physical, and spiritual illnesses and eases negativity and confusion, enabling a thorough grounding of your mind. Likewise, rapé is used to re-align the user with their energy channels and with their higher self, and to intensify their connection with the world and the universe. In addition, rapé paves the way for detoxifying the body and cleans out all excess mucus, toxins, and bacteria. 

  • This program is friendly to all fitness levels, there is no prerequisite in terms of physical fitness. While some parts of the breathwork and hike can be a bit challenging, there were be modifications provided for those who need additional support. 

  • Yes, there would be wifi and connectivity at the retreat center. This may not be true for outdoor locations such as when going on hikes. 

  • As you prepare to join us on an unforgettable 6-day retreat in the breathtaking cloud forest of Costa Rica, we want to ensure you have everything you need for a soul-nourishing experience. Here’s a checklist to help you pack for this extraordinary journey of breathwork, hiking, and culinary delights:

    1. Comfortable Clothing:

    Breathable activewear for breathwork sessions and hiking.

    Layered clothing for fluctuating temperatures in the cloud forest.

    We recommend water-proof hiking / walking shoes for exploration.

    2. Water Bottle:

    Stay hydrated during our invigorating hikes and breathwork sessions.

    3. Journal and Pen:

    Capture your reflections, insights, and inspirations during the retreat.

    4. Daypack:

    A small backpack for daily excursions, storing essentials like water, snacks, and sunscreen.

    5. Rain Jacket:

    Be prepared for occasional showers during our outdoor activities.

    6. Personal Toiletries:

    Travel-sized toiletries for your comfort during the retreat.

    7. Bug Spray:

    Since we will be in the cloud forest, there can be bugs and mosquitos if the temperature rises.

    8. Personal Medications

    Bring any necessary medications and a small first aid kit.

    9. An open Heart and Mind:

    Embrace the journey with an open heart and a curious mind, ready for self-discovery.

    10. Positive Energy:

    Pack your positive energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to connect with fellow travelers on a soulful level.