Horseback Riding & Yoga Retreat
At Shambhala Costa Rica
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Ride horses in the most beautiful landscapes of Costa Rica. In the lush jungle and pristine beaches of Nosara and Ostional where you will encounter an abundance of birds and animals. Practice Yoga and Breathwork daily with an introduction to the chakras and energetic work through the practice of Kundalini Yoga as originally taught in India, Hatha Yoga and Soma Breathwork. Enjoy 3 delicious, vegetarian and nutritive meals while staying a few steps to the Pacific Ocean. Small group of maximum 10 people at the Retreat center.
Upcoming Dates
June 22nd-28th, 2023
July 10-16th, 2023
August 4th-10th, 2023
Overview
Experience
Enjoy your Horseback Riding Trips
Discover Kundalini Yoga
Experience and feel your chakras
Connect to the nature of Costa Rica
Reconnect with your inner Self
Make connections and new friends
What’s included
ALL-INCLUSIVE
4 x 2 hours Horseback Riding Trips
6 Yoga Classes
Beach trip to Guiones and San Juanillo
1 Soma Breathwork and Guided Meditation
1 Spiritual Kung Fu Class
Accommodation (6 nights)
3 meals a day
About Shambhala
Shambhala Retreats is located on a mountain, a two-minutes walk from Playa Ostional, a beach dedicated to the protection of Sea Turtles and famous for its monthly turtle arrivals. It is a vibrant beach with a wide variety of birds and wildlife where you can swim, meditate, walk, and even surf if you like. Ostional is an authentic Costa Rican village, seven kilometers from the renowned beach-town Nosara. There is a mini-market, a restaurant, and a bar, five minutes walk from the center.
Distance
- Playa Ostional : 2 minutes
- Nosara: 7 kilometers
FEW SPOTS for November 27th, Feel free to contact us over what’s app or email
About the Horse & Yoga Retreat
Meet the wonderful horses of Costa Rica. The ranch is nested between a beautiful river and a mango plantation. The horses drink and bath in the river while enjoying life in herd on the lush grounds.
Each 2 hours Horseback ride will take you to a different route. You will ride on different beaches, discover the trails of the Costa Rican Jungle and explore the river of Rio Montaña. Wildlife, birds, butterflies take part in the scenic routes. This retreat is suitable for all levels, beginners can enjoy walking on the trails while more advanced riders can enjoy trotting and galoping. When you’re not riding, you will have yoga sessions and enjoy trips to the beaches of Nosara and Ostional.
Includes : Horse rides on beautiful Costa Rican horses
Open to all levels
About the Yoga Classes
During the morning sessions, you will discover the mysteries of Tantra and Kundalini yoga. An ancient practice that combines powerful and life-changing breathwork, movements, and mantras.
Tra means “tool” and Tan means “body”. Tantra is a tool for the body while Mantra means the tool for the mind. Kundalini yoga will help you tune in for the day and purify your body to another level. Each day we explore the power of different energy center also known as the chakras.
You will also have sessions to explore different yoga styles, Yin Yoga and Hatha Yoga and practice yoga in an ocean view Shala as traditionally taught in India. And we will dive deep into the science of Breathwork with 2 elemental rhythm Breathwork sessions and a relaxing flow Breathwork towards the end of the program.
The sessions are designed to connect with the innermost spirit of yoga leaving you room for progress and discoveries whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced practicionner.
Includes: Yoga Mat, Beautiful Ocean View
Beginners Friendly
What’s included?
7-Days Horse & Yoga Retreat

CLASSES
- 4 x 2 hours Horseback riding Trips
- Daily yoga classes from in Shambhala ocean view Yoga shala
- 2 Elemental Rhythm Breathwork sessions
- Cacao Ceremony
- Introduction to Spiritual Kung Fu and Somatic Movement

FOODS & ACCOMMODATIONS
- 3 delicious and nutritive vegetarian meals a day with local fresh ingredients
- Accommodation in private or shared room with AC 2 minutes walk to Ostional beach

ACTIVITIES
- Meal at the Restaurant La Luna in Playa Pelada, Nosara
- Beach trip to Guiones and San Juanillo
- Sunrise Turtle Sightseeing tour in Playa Ostional (Turtles arrivals to be confirm by Asociaones de Guias Locales de Ostional)

What is Kundalini Yoga ?
Kundalini Yoga is an ancient practice that aims to purify and activate the life force energy in the body known as Prana. Kundalini Yoga combines Tantra, Mantra and Prana. Tra means “tool” and Tan means “body”, Tantra is a tool for the body while Mantra means tool for the mind. Kundalini Yoga will help you tune in for the day and purify your body. Moreover, you will gain the awareness of the energy centers in your body that you may have heard of as the chakras.
What is Elemental Rhythm Breathwork ?
Inspired by the elements of Nature : earth, water, air and fire and supported by musical rhythms, you will experience the full potential of your breath. Release stuck emotions and pains. Expand your vision. Receive profund guidance to your intentions. Elemental Rhythm is an exceptional breakthrough experience.
Horseback Riding & Yoga Daily Schedule
Morning
07:30 am Yoga or Breathwork
08:30 am Breakfast
09:30 am Horseback Riding Session
11:30 am Free Time
Afternoon
12:00 pm Lunch
01:00 pm Free Time
04:30 pm Afternoon Activity or Yoga
06:00 pm Sunset on the beach
06:30 pm Diner
07:30 pm Bonfire or free time
Upcoming Horse and Yoga Retreats
Retreat Date:
- August 4th-10th, 2023 **Sold out**
- November 27th-December 3rd, 2023
- December 11-17th, 2023
- January 5th-11th, 2024
- February 12-18th 2024
- March 4-10th, 2024
Prices:
All-Inclusive
Share your room with another guest at the Turtle Lodge (max 2 people per room): $1500
Private Room at the Turtle Lodge:$1900
Ocean view Private Cabina with: $2200
Two people coming together at the Turtle Lodge: $2800
Two people coming together – Ocean view Cabina: $3200
All accommodations have AC
*If you choose to stay a the Turtle Lodge during your Horse and Yoga retreat, it is located 3 minutes walk from Shambhala, it’s close to the beach and you will be able to enjoy the facilities of Shambhala through the day.
Payment:
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