Costa Rica

Luxury Wellness Holidays & Retreats in Costa Rica

Best time to Visit

The best time to visit Costa Rica is during the dry season from mid-December to April, offering sunny days ideal for beaches and wildlife spotting. For fewer crowds, lower prices, and lush landscapes, the shoulder season of May, June, and November is excellent.

Local Currency

Costa Rican Colon (CRC)

Time Zone

Central Standard Time (GMT-6)

With an inviting warm climate and stunning natural features Costa Rica is an ideal backdrop for an active healthy holiday designed to help you get back to nature. Explore the untouched tropical rainforest for the chance to see howler monkeys and toucans or if you’re feeling particularly adventurous; you can visit an active volcano on a hiking trek. Costa Rica boasts miles of stunning beaches offering surfers who flock there from all over the world an excellent surfing experience; and with surf schools offering expert coaching all levels of experience are welcome. Unwind with yoga and Pilates classes, go horse riding or try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding, there are options to suit everyone on one of our hand-picked healthy holidays.

Best Months to Visit

Our premium experiences just for you

The Best Costa Rica Wellness Travel Experiences for US Travelers Costa Rica
Art of Resting at The Retreat Costa Rica

To truly thrive at your optimum level of wellness, you must allow your body the rest and space to heal. Art of Resting at The Retreat Costa Rica allows you to…

5 Days Programme
From £3,130.00
Fitness Reboot & Fat Burning at The Retreat Costa Rica Costa Rica
Authentic Ayurveda at The Retreat Costa Rica

Indulge in Authentic Ayurveda at The Retreat Costa Rica, where you will be guided through a journey of balancing and…

7 Days Programme
From £8,940.00
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Emotional Healing & Recovery at The Retreat Costa Rica

Relish being present within yourself as you let go of unhealthy habits, stress and tension with Emotional Healing & Recovery…

5 Days Programme
From £4,485.00
Fitness Reboot & Fat Burning at The Retreat Costa Rica Costa Rica
Fitness Reboot & Fat Burning at The Retreat Costa Rica

Fitness Reboot & Fat Burning at The Retreat Costa Rica is a results-driven package designed for optimal fat loss and muscle building. Not…

7 Days Programme
From £5,575.00
Immersive Wellness at The Retreat Costa Rica Costa Rica
Immersive Wellness at The Retreat Costa Rica

Immerse in an environment of support, nature, movement and delicious organic food in Costa Rica’s superb environment. Diana Stobo, The…

7 Days Programme
From £4,100.00
The Naked Challenge Signature Detox at The Retreat Costa Rica Costa Rica
Luxury Spa Healing & Beautifying at The Retreat Costa Rica

Luxury Spa Healing & Beautifying at The Retreat Costa Rica consists of an anti-inflammatory diet with an emphasis on detoxifying…

7 Days Programme
From £5,440.00
The Big M: Mastering Menopause at The Retreat Costa Rica Costa Rica
The Big M: Mastering Menopause at The Retreat Costa Rica

Rediscover your sense of agency among a community of empowered, like-minded women at The Big M: Mastering Menopause at The Retreat Costa Rica. Designed to diminish stigma and promote real solutions and support,  this programme is tailored…

7 Days Programme
From £4,635.00
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The Naked Challenge Signature Detox at The Retreat Costa Rica

The Naked Challenge Signature Detox programme has been designed around the principles of internal cleansing and detoxification. Whether you wish…

7 Days Programme
From £5,990.00

Our retreats in Costa Rica handpicked for you

Costa Rica Discover Recover™ Costa Rica
Costa Rica Discover Recover™

On our exclusive Costa Rica Discover Recover holiday, choose from a range of excursions to create the ultimate bespoke holiday…

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The Retreat Costa Rica

Nested on a quartz mountain and surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, The Retreat Costa Rica is a luxury boutique wellness…

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Top experiences to inspire you in Costa Rica

La Paz Waterfall Garden and Poás Volcano Adventure

Wander lush trails past cascading waterfalls, vibrant tropical flowers, and abundant wildlife, including toucans, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Explore serene gardens, enjoy feeding exotic birds, and immerse yourself in the country’s rich biodiversity. Then journey to Poás Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s most accessible active volcanoes, where steaming fumaroles and a massive crater lake provide dramatic, unforgettable views. This full-day experience perfectly combines relaxation, nature, and awe-inspiring adventure for every guest.

Coffee Plantation Tours

El Toledo is a family-run gourmet coffee plantation and roaster in Atenas, celebrated for its sustainable, boutique approach. Available only at local farmers’ markets or cafés, their coffee embodies Costa Rica’s world-renowned quality. On a one-hour walking tour, visitors explore the plantation and roastery, learn about the coffee bean journey, sample light, medium, and dark roasts, and pick up tips for brewing at home. Guests often leave inspired, with a fresh perspective on sustainable farming and delicious fair-trade coffee.

Arenal Volcano Tours

Arenal Volcano is one of Costa Rica’s most iconic natural landmarks, rising dramatically above the surrounding rainforest and lakes. Once one of the world’s most active volcanoes, its perfectly conical shape dominates the skyline and serves as a stunning backdrop for the region. The area around Arenal is rich in biodiversity, home to monkeys, toucans, sloths, and countless tropical plant species. Visitors can admire its grandeur from various viewpoints, hike through volcanic trails, or explore the surrounding lava fields, before unwinding in its relaxing thermal springs.

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