There’s a place tucked away in the green folds of the Nicoya Peninsula, where time slows, and the world feels wide again. Ocho Rios is that place. Here, beneath the tangled canopies of the jungle, you can set down your phone, your worries, and the weight of the modern world.
This is a land where waterfalls sing to you—five of them, spilling over rocks like the memories of a simpler time. Where the trails are rugged and winding, waiting for the steady hum of your mountain bike or the soft tread of your boots. You’ll walk among the birds, watch them wheel above the trees, and feel the air grow clean and full of life. Archery calls to those with a steady hand, and for those seeking quiet inside themselves, there is yoga and breathwork, where the jungle’s rhythm becomes your own.
After a day of exploring, the sauna beckons. The heat seeps into your bones, and just beyond, the river runs cold and clear, offering its cool embrace. This, too, is the dance of nature—fire and water, hot and cold, the opposites we have forgotten how to live between.
The food you’ll eat is pulled from the earth itself—grown in the rich, dark soil of our organic farm. The honey you’ll taste comes from bees that call this place home. It’s the kind of sweetness that can only come from a world unspoiled. And while you’re here, you’ll learn how to live lightly on this land, with lessons in permaculture and sustainable living. For those with a calling to something deeper, we open our doors to volunteers—those with hands willing to work the soil, and hearts that beat with nature’s pulse.
And for the restless, the ocean is not far. The surf breaks on the shore, just as it always has, waiting for those brave enough to ride its untamed waves.
Ocho Rios isn’t just a retreat. It’s a return. A return to the things that matter. To the quiet. To the earth. To yourself.
At Ocho Rios, we offer a range of activities and services designed to help you reconnect with nature, restore balance, and embrace sustainable living:
At Ocho Rios, our team is made up of open-hearted individuals who share a deep love for nature and genuine connections. We are young, curious, and enthusiastic about learning, with a passion for living sustainably and harmoniously with the earth. Every member of our team is committed to embracing the rhythms of the natural world, and we welcome guests with warmth and openness, eager to share the beauty of a simpler, more intentional way of life.
Together, we believe in the power of community, the value of hands-on learning, and the joy that comes from living in tune with nature. Whether you're joining us for a short retreat or as a long-term volunteer, you’ll find kindred spirits here, ready to connect, learn, and grow alongside you.
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