NATURE’S PLAYGROUND
During your stay in Costa Rica’s lush mountains, enjoy a rich blend of experiences — from yoga and scenic hikes to exploring one of the country’s most fascinating natural treasures, Ballena National Park. Walk out onto the iconic Whale’s Tail, join a thrilling dolphin and whale boat adventure, feel the warm sand beneath your toes, and soak in the beauty of the Pacific coast.
Then return to your mountain retreat for even more magic — a guided tour of secret gardens, a visit to a lush cloud forest reserve, sound healing sessions, a butterfly dome experience, and so much more.
We have included the following activities and tours to your package
Daily yoga practice
Daily yoga is included for guests joining a yoga retreat. If you’re not participating in a specific yoga retreat, you’ll receive three complimentary classes during the week, with the option to join additional paid classes if you’d like.
The mountain lodge specializes in hosting retreats and intimate small-group adventures, creating a warm and supportive environment for all experience levels.
Visit the famous Ballena National Park
Enjoy a full day at the beach, including an exciting dolphin and whale-watching boat tour on the Pacific Ocean. This vibrant region is home to several species of dolphins that live here year-round, as well as migrating humpback whales that travel from both the northern and southern hemispheres to give birth and nurse their young in the warm tropical waters.
Includes: round-trip transportation, boat tour, entrance fee to Ballena National Park, and leisure time at the beach.
Lunch: optional, or a complimentary packed lunch is available.
Next are more optional tours that you can add to your mountain retreat
Cloudbridge Reserve and half day hike
Situated in a beautiful and remote cloud forest just twenty minutes from the lodge, this unique private nature reserve offers a truly immersive experience. Enjoy a guided hike through lush primary forest, where you may spot a rich variety of birds and other fascinating wildlife.
Secret Gardens and visit of hot springs
Meander through narrow, winding paths of the Secret Garden and step into a living kaleidoscope of native and non-native flowers and lush greenery. Every twist reveals a new surprise — vibrant petals, fluttering butterflies, and secret little moments that feel straight out of a fairytale.
Chocolate tasting tour
Enjoy an interactive introduction to how cacao is cultivated, harvested, and transformed into delicious chocolate. Then indulge in a guided tasting — from rich 100% cacao to creamy milk chocolate — and have fun guessing the unique local ingredients and flavor notes in each bite. A deliciously fun experience… and yes, you’ll be tasting chocolate the whole time!
Cheese Factory
Step into a local family’s dairy farm for a behind-the-scenes look at how cheese is lovingly made — from fresh milk to mouthwatering magic. Then comes the best part… a tasting tour of all the delicious creations. Come curious. Leave happy (and probably a little cheesy).
Coffee Tour
This immersive tour walks you through every step of organic coffee production — from the fields to the cup. Enjoy a traditional local lunch and the insights of a bilingual guide as you learn about sustainable farming practices and Costa Rican coffee culture.
Part of the experience takes place directly in the coffee fields, so don’t forget your hat and sunscreen!
Bird watching tour in Cloudbridge Reserve
The area is blessed with hundreds of colorful bird species. For bird lovers and nature enthusiasts, this paradise is sure to exceed expectations, offering countless opportunities to spot vibrant tropical birds in their natural habitat.
Please note that there are additional costs for all of the optional activities indicated above. At time of booking, we will advise you of these costs as they may vary depending on time of year, and in some cases, prices are based on group size and location of the activity.