NORTHERN COSTA RICA RETREAT
Welcome to Casa Mandarina, a beautiful beachfront house! Located directly on the beach right in front of a great surf spot. We watch as the sun sets over the Pacific, all from the complete privacy of our own backyard. The house offers views of the beach from almost every room. The location is the best you can get. The main house has 3 spacious bedrooms, each with private baths, hot water, closet space, and air conditioning and one large, shared room in front of the pool.
WINTER 2024 -2025
DECEMBER 1ST - 7TH 2024
JANUARY 15TH -21ST 2025
FEBRUARY 7TH -13TH 2025
WHATS INCLUDED
6 nights + 5 days at La Mandarina Villa
3 gourmet meals daily + drinks (not including alcohol)
Daily yoga in the Studio
Professional surf lessons daily; 2:1 surfer to instructor ratio (depending on Indvidual skill levels)
Surf + yoga equipment.
Airport transfer to + from Liberia - Shuttle departs LIR at 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Video Coaching: video of surfing sessions every day + coaching afterward
Classroom sessions on different surf related topics
Self-care afternoon
Sunset Wildlife tour by boat
Beach hike and Tamarindo Trip
THE SURF
Experience Playa Grande’s stunning 4-mile white sand beach with perfect waves in a picturesque setting. Winter months we generally have smaller surf, 2-4ft and this bay picks up a lot of swell and never goes flat. This is quintessential Costa Rica. Think blue skies, clear water, beautiful waves and smiles all around!
YOGA
Join us at our daily yoga classes crafted specifically to address the unique needs of surfers. Our classes aim to provide rejuvenation and release to your body, tailored to restore and re-energize after exhilarating hours in the waves. Developed by seasoned surfers, our sessions blend restorative and yin yoga to aid in healing from the physical demands of paddling and surfing.
PRICING:
SHARED ROOM : $2300
PRIVATE ROOM: $2600
DEPOSIT: $600
BALANCE: DUE 60 DAYS PRIOR TO RETREAT START
LIMITTED: PRIVATE ROOMS ARE AVAIBLE AT A FISRT COME FIRST SERVE BASIS
*CANCELLATION POLICY IS LISTED AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE
CASA MANDARINA
Welcome to Casa Mandarina, a beautiful beachfront house! Located directly on the beach right in front of a great surf spot. We watch as the sun sets over the Pacific, all from the complete privacy of our own backyard. The house offers views of the beach from almost every room. The location is the best you can get. The main house has 3 spacious bedrooms, each with private baths, hot water, closet space, and air conditioning and one large, shared room in front of the pool.
THE FOOD
Our dedicated team of local chefs curates daily menus that spotlight the freshest tropical fruit and produce, locally caught fish, and seasonal delicacies unique to each retreat location.
Our meals are thoughtfully prepared to be abundant in fruits, veggies, and fresh salads, ensuring a healthy and balanced dining experience for our guests.
We welcome all dietary needs. Let us know before you arrive so we can adjust meals for you, ensuring a great dining experience during your stay.
SURF COACHING
Our pillars of coaching:
Support: We are patient, dedicated and stoked to teach women how to surf. We are here to support you through your surfing experience weather it is your first time on a board or an accomplished surfer already.
Encourage: Our team is incredibly patient, dedicated, and enthusiastic to help women learn the art of surfing. Anticipate plenty of hooting and lively hollering from our experienced coaches and your fellow surfers as you embark on this exciting journey with us.
Empower: At Sister Surf & Yoga Retreat, our experienced instructors are devoted to guiding you in refining your surfing abilities. The thrill of heading out into the surf is a unique journey that requires accessing your inner strength, trusting in your skills, and conquering the waves with confidence and resolve. Prepare to unlock your full potential and embrace a transformative surfing experience that empowers you both in the water and beyond.
* We welcome first time surfers as well as intermediate rippers. Surfer to instructor ratio is generally 2:1 depending on conditions and level of individual surfers.
GETTING HERE
Liberia Airport (LIR) is only 90 minutes from Casa Mandarina. Check in time is normally no earlier than 2:00 PM on arrival day and departure day check is no later than 10:00 AM. We have 2-3 shuttles per day from Liberia Airport to Casa Mandarina.
San Jose Airport may have more flight options but requires an additional domestic flight to LIR.
Address: Casa Mandarina Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande Las Baulas National Marine, Provincia de Guanacaste, Playa Grande, 50308
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CANCELLATION POLICY
TRAVEL INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: PLEASE PROTECT YOUR TRIP WITH TRAVEL INSURANCE. A POLICY WITH A CANCEL FOR ANY REASON OPTION (CFAR) THE IS THE BEST CHOICE. CONTACT US FOR DETAILS.
DEPOSIT IS NOT REFUNDABLE: IN SOME CASES, WE CAN MOVE YOUR DEPOSIT TO A LATER DATE.
BALANCE IS DUE 60 DAYS BEFORE RETREAT BEGINS
BALANCE IS NOT REFUNDABLE IF YOU CANCEL YOUR RETREAT WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE RETREAT STARTING DATE. HOWEVER, IF WE ARE ABLE TO FILL YOUR SPACE, WE CAN MOVE YOUR PAYMENT TO A FUTURE RETREAT.