Rest & Wellness
The Return to Connection
The Experience
When did you last hear yourself breathe?
Six days in the Costa Rican jungle where nothing is asked of you, no schedule to run, no one to manage, nothing to hold. Every meal cooked, every detail handled, every hour yours. You’ve carried it all for years. Set it down.
The world has taught you to keep moving. Faster, fuller, more. Until the noise becomes so constant you stop hearing yourself at all.
This is the place where that ends. Where you breathe all the way out. Where you put down what you have been carrying and let the land take the weight for a while. Because this land heals.
The jungle, the rivers, the ocean air. Untouched, alive, and older than any of our hurry. It asks nothing of you. It simply holds you until you remember who you are beneath all the rushing.
Connection to yourself.
Connection to others.
Connection to a more natural rhythm of living.
The Setting
Where the trees walk
There is a walking palm tree on this land that walks. On stilted roots, slowly, it moves itself toward the light it needs to thrive. Up to fourteen inches a year. Our team will show it to you.
That is what this land does. Everything here is quietly moving toward what it needs. For six days, you will be too.
You will hear it before you see it. Howler monkeys calling across the canopy at dawn. Sloths moving through the branches at their own unhurried pace, the original masters of what you came here to learn. Nature never rushes. For six days, neither will you.
Rain arriving on the leaves like applause and leaving just as quickly. And when you want to wander, a river and a beach wait just beyond the land. This is not a landscaped resort with jungle wallpaper. It is living, untouched rainforest, and you are its guest.
People arrive here carrying years of noise. The land does not ask them to work through it. It simply holds them until the noise runs out. Guests try to describe it afterwards and usually land on the same words: something in me softened. We have stopped trying to explain it. We just watch it happen, week after week.
Costa Ricans live some of the longest, happiest lives on earth, and Pura Vida is not a slogan here. It is a way of living. For six days, it will be yours.
You do not have to earn it. You only have to arrive.
Community
You Are Not Doing This Alone
You are surrounded by others who have chosen to step out of their usual pace, creating a shared atmosphere that feels calm, respectful, and quietly supportive.
There is comfort in being around people who are also allowing themselves to slow down, without pressure to engage or perform.
At the same time, you are held by a dedicated team who ensure that everything is taken care of. From the moment you arrive, there is nothing to manage, nothing to organise, and nowhere else you need to be.
Come alone. You will not be lonely here.
Each Day
A Rhythm That Restores
Each day offers a balance between optional guided experiences and uninterrupted time for rest. The structure is intentional, but never demanding. The body knows how to heal when it is given the chance to rest. The mind finds clarity when it stops running.
- Gentle movement to reconnect with the body at its own pace
- Time immersed in nature, the jungle and the stillness
- Body based sessions that support release and deep recovery
- Nourishing meals prepared with fresh, high quality ingredients
- Unstructured time to simply pause, completely
- Quiet moments and supportive care that allow your system to recalibrate
Among the Offerings
Moments We Will Share
Rest does not always mean an empty day. We have chosen a handful of experiences to give the retreat a natural rhythm without filling every hour. Each one is an invitation, never an obligation. There is nothing to complete, master or keep up with. You are here to receive.
Gentle Morning Yoga
Wake slowly to the sounds of the jungle, then join us for unhurried yoga and movement as the day begins. There is no level to reach and no pace to match. Simply breathe, stretch and return to your body in whatever way feels good that morning.
A Sunset Cacao Ceremony
As the light softens over the canopy, we gather with warm cacao. A grounding moment shared in circle, with space for conversation, stillness and the kind of connection that does not need to be forced.
An Evening of Sound Healing
Lie down, close your eyes and allow the sound to move through the room. There is nothing to understand and nothing to achieve. Your only invitation is to become still while your body gradually lets go of the day.
Rest & Nourishment
Fully Taken Care Of
A steady rhythm of nourishing meals, quiet moments, and supportive care allows your system to recalibrate at its own pace.
Without force, without pressure, the body remembers how to rest. The mind clears. Energy returns, steady and grounded, and it comes home with you.
Meet Rita, Your Host
Commercial Director, Imiloa Institute
I first came to Costa Rica in 2005, and I never stopped dreaming about coming back. Life did what life does. Work, family, responsibilities, years that move faster than they should.
Then in 2018 I watched Imiloa begin. I saw it grow from an idea, to construction rising out of the jungle, to what it is today, and I came back almost every year. This land does not let go of you.
There is something here I have stopped trying to explain. The land itself is healing. You feel held, even in the moments when you speak to no one. The team moves with so much love and intention that simply knowing they are near feels like being cared for.
I created this retreat because I believe people have never needed it more. We have forgotten how to stop. My life’s work has always been growth and human connection, through more than a decade in leadership roles and postgraduate training in business and personal coaching. And I am a mother of three young boys, so I know exactly what it means to give and give and give until there is nothing left in the tank.
This retreat exists for one reason: to bring people back. Back to nature, back to themselves, back to each other. That is how we change lives here. One person at a time.
This is my personal invitation to you. Come and put it down. I promise you one thing. You will not want to leave.
If you are unsure whether this is your moment, write to me or book a call. It is me you will be talking to.
The Purpose
Why This Exists
The purpose of this experience is simple but essential.
Step Out
Step out of the noise. No decisions, no demands, no one needing you. Your nervous system finally gets the message: you are safe to stop.
Reconnect
In the quiet, you start to hear yourself again. What you want. What you have been carrying. What actually matters.
Return
We do not encourage you to escape your life. We help you return to it with greater clarity, calm and purpose.
Go home rested, clear and steady. Not a different person. The person you were underneath it all along.
More connected to yourself.
More connected to what matters.
And more able to move forward with clarity, steadiness, and ease.
Everything You Need
What’s Included
5 Night, 6 Day Luxury Accommodation
Private rooms in a world class jungle sanctuary, from geodesic domes in the rainforest to hand carved Bali villas.
Private Charter from San José
Your journey is part of the experience. We fly you from San José (SJO) to Imiloa by private chartered plane, and home again when it is time to return. Transportation to and from the airport is fully included. From the moment you land in Costa Rica, you are already being taken care of.
All Meals, Snacks & Beverages
Chef made, farm to table food so good you will talk about it for months. Breakfast, lunch, long slow dinners, and snacks and drinks provided during meals.
Guided Movement & Wellness
A gentle daily offering of movement, ceremony and sound, curated around the group that gathers. Think ancient rituals of the land, healing frequencies, and practices that ask nothing of you but presence. Everything optional, always.
Time in Nature
Full access to the jungle, pools, trails, and secluded spaces designed for stillness and integration.
Fully Supported Environment
A dedicated team handles every detail. Nothing to manage, nothing to organise, nowhere else you need to be.
Community & Quiet Space
A calm, respectful atmosphere alongside others who have chosen to slow down. Engage as much or as little as you wish.
Where You’ll Stay
Accommodations
All options include 5 night, 6 day luxury accommodation at Imiloa Institute, 2 to 7 October 2026.
Available on a first come, first served basis.
VIP Single Bali Villa
Sold out
$4,750 per person
Our premier accommodations, centuries old hand carved historic treasures imported from the Java Islands. Perched on the cliff’s edge, these dual level villas (Jogolo and Potoo) combine open air jungle luxury with unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean. King bed, expansive private decks, and a private plunge pool.
- King Bed
- Wrap Around Sun Deck
- Private Cold Plunge Pool
- Open air natural ventilation
Views: Rainforest & Ocean
SkyForest Master Suite
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$4,500 per person
The master suite of our Sky Forest residence. Ensuite bath, spacious living areas, and access to the shared terrace with infinity pool overlooking the ocean. 350 sq/m home with expansive mountain, jungle, and ocean views.
- Master Suite
- Private “Campus on Campus”
- Infinity Pool Access
- A/C
Views: Jungle, Mountain & Ocean
SkyForest Garden Suites
$3,750 per person · 1 Room Available
Private suites within the Sky Forest residence with ensuite bath, spacious living areas, and shared terraces with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean. Mountain, jungle, and ocean views from expansive bedrooms.
- Private Suite
- Outdoor Space
- Infinity Pool Access
- A/C
Views: Jungle, Mountain (varies by suite)
Bali Sunset (Master Suite)
$4,250 per person · 1 Room Available
Elegantly situated at the top of the mountain in the 200 year old Bali Village. The master suite with gorgeous views overlooking the rainforest and the Pacific Ocean. Steps from our shared infinity pool.
- Master Suite
- Shared Infinity Pool
- A/C
- Fiber Optic Internet
Views: Rainforest & Ocean
Jungle Bungalows
Single or Shared $3,250 / $2,250 per person 6 Rooms Available · Sleeps 2
Bali inspired bungalows in close proximity to our common area. Natural finishings and beautiful details. Spacious bathrooms with a shower and soaking tub looking out to the rainforest. Double occupancy.
- Single/Double Occupancy
- Private Jungle Deck
- Soaking Tub
- A/C
Views: Jungle / Rainforest
Bali Suites
$3,500 per person · 2 Rooms Available
Elegantly situated at the top of the mountain in the 200 year old Bali Village. Located just steps away from our shared infinity pool, with gorgeous views overlooking the rainforest and the Pacific Ocean.
- Shared Infinity Pool
- A/C
- Fiber Optic Internet
Views: Rainforest
Geodesic Domes
$2,500 per person · 5 Rooms (10 Tickets) · Sleeps 2
Inspired by sacred geometry, our Geodesic Domes sit nestled in the rainforest. Enjoy the vibrant sounds of the jungle from your private deck. Double occupancy.
- Double Occupancy
- Private Jungle Deck
- Open air shower with rainforest views
- A/C
Views: Jungle
Not sure which room is right for you?
In Her Words
A Guest Remembers
Niki Davis, May 2026
Limited Spaces
Your Investment
Price varies by accommodation type. See all options below.
$4,250
$3,500
$3,250
Reserve your room below in one step. Your place is confirmed the moment your payment is received.
Choose your room below and reserve it in one step. The retreat is limited to 10 guests.
What’s Not Included
Flights to Costa Rica · Spa services / Wellness bar items · Travel insurance · Personal expenses
You have read this far for a reason
Somewhere in the last few minutes, you pictured yourself here. That is worth paying attention to. The people who need this most are always the last to book it for themselves.
We do not promise to change your life in six days. We will give you something better: practices that can support you for a lifetime, and the memory of what you feel like when you are truly rested.
October 2 to 7, 2026. Ten places. From $2,500. When October comes, you will either have kept going, or you will have stopped, breathed, and come back to yourself.
Not Ready to Reserve?
Have Questions? Let’s Talk.
If you’d like to ask a few questions before committing, or simply talk it through with someone, the team is happy to connect with you directly.
Step Out of the Noise. Return to Yourself.
A five night, six day fully supported experience at Imiloa Institute, Costa Rica. 2 to 7 October 2026.