ANAMAYA COSTA RICA WELLNESS RETREAT
OCTOBER 3-10, 2026
8 DAYS AND 7 NIGHTS IN
MONTEZUMA, COSTA RICA
Join The Blank Space Yoga for a rejuvenating escape at Anamaya Resort — a jungle sanctuary perched above Montezuma’s shimmering coastline. Wake with ocean-view yoga, move through days filled with nourishing meals, healing rituals, and workshops that restore body and spirit.
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to your center. Whether you’re seeking solitude, soulful community, or a touch of wild adventure, Anamaya offers the perfect blend of ease and renewal.
Reset. Recharge. Reconnect.
Let Costa Rica’s natural magic guide you home.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
7 Night Stay at Anamaya Health and Wellness Retreat Center in Montezuma, Costa Rica
Daily Yoga & Meditation
Chef Prepared Meals (Fresh Fruit & Juice, Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
Group Planned Excursions
$200 Spa Credit & Services on Site
$50 Excursion Credit (in addition to the Group Planned Excursions)
Cacao Ceremony with Guest Teacher
Cold Plunge and Sauna
NOT INCLUDED
flights / tips for staff / offsite meals
Itinerary
DAY 1: Saturday
Check-in at 2pm. Settle into your room, unpack, take a breath, jump in the pool, go check out the waterfall, check out Montezuma!
Welcome Dinner
Opening Circle & Intention Setting
DAY 2: Sunday
Early Sunrise Cocoa Ceremony with special guest Cristane Machado
Fresh fruit juice and fruit
Chef Prepared Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Anamaya
Opening circle with staff
Afternoon Vinyasa
Bedtime Yin Yoga with Sound
DAY 3: Monday
Celebrating Snowys Birthday All DAY!
Wake up to fresh fruit juice and fruit
Morning Yoga with with special guest Cristiane Machado
Nourishing breakfast at Anamaya
Tortuga Island Adventure with Lunch
Dinner at Anamaya
Bedtime Restorative Yoga
DAY 4 : Tuesday
Wake up to fresh fruit juice and fruit
Nourishing breakfast at Anamaya
Yoga & Meditation
Lunch at Anamaya
Spa Day (use your $200 credit) & Free Time to Connect
Nourishing Snack at 5pm in Main House
Workshop
Dinner at Anamaya
DAY 5: Wednesday
Wake up to fresh fruit & juice
Nourishing breakfast at Anamaya
Energizing Yoga
Trip to Santa Teresa for Shopping and Beach time!
Lunch on own in Santa Teresa
Yoga & Sound
Dinner at Anamaya
DAY 6: Thursday
Wake up to fresh fruit juice and fruit
Nourishing breakfast at Anamaya
Yoga & Meditation
Lunch at Anamaya
Grab a friend and choose your Excursion! (horseback, zipline, surf lessons; use your $50 credit)
Spa Day (use your $200 credit) & Free Time to Connect
Nourishing Snack at 5pm in Main House
Workshop
Dinner at Anamaya
Performance by Anamaya Staff after Dinner
DAY 7: Friday
Wake up to fresh fruit juice and fruit
Nourishing breakfast at Anamaya
Yoga & Meditation
Lunch at Anamaya
Spa Day (use your $200 credit) & Free Time to Connect
Nourishing Snack at 5pm in Main House
Workshop
Goodbye Dinner at Anamaya
DAY 8: Saturday
Morning Meditation
Nourishing Goodbye Breakfast
Check Out 11am
Anahata Men's Bunk House
Anahata accommodates up to 3 people with 3 single beds.
The room is called Anahata after the heart chakra partially because it’s in the heart of Anamaya on the second level of the main house. It has a gorgeous private balcony overlooking our epic ocean view. The room also has vaulted ceilings, a ton of closet space and a large bathroom.
1 Single Bed SOLD
Single Bed (2 Single Beds Remaining): $3,150 ($2,900 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
Non-Refundable Deposit: $500/person
***IMPORTANT: Each guest must reserve their own spot. If one person is covering the full cost for both, please complete two separate reservations—one for each guest.
Casita Cabina
Casita is a large and lovely home for up to 5 friends.
There is a large deck with hammocks and a seating area overlooking the ocean and the jungle, and it is well designed with high ceilings with a lot of natural light and airflow.
We call the Casita a dorm style room because it is a shared space, but this is unlike any dorm you’ve seen. It is surrounded by organic herb and vegetable gardens, and has two bathrooms – including a very large garden bathroom and shower that our guests rave about and will often use it to take showers in the rain.
Single Bed: $2,850 ($2,600 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
Non-Refundable Deposit: $500
***IMPORTANT: Each guest must reserve their own spot. If one person is covering the full cost for both, please complete two separate reservations—one for each guest.
Garuda Tower Room
Garuda or "Tree House" has the best views on the property! Accommodates 2 or 3 people.
On the lower level you have the option of 2 single beds or one King sized bed, and in the upper loft is one Queen sized bed.
Below the main cabin, halfway up the tower is your very own private deck and lookout for you to practice yoga, read a book or take an afternoon nap in one of the hammocks. This room is truly epic!
LOWER LEVEL OF ROOM
1 Single Bed SOLD
Single Bed (1 of 2 Single Bed Remaining): $2,650/bed ($2,400 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
LOFT (HAS STAIRS)
Queen Bed Upper Level Loft (Single Occupancy Only): $3,450 ($3,200 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
Non-Refundable Deposit: $500
***IMPORTANT: Each guest must reserve their own spot. If one person is covering the full cost for both, please complete two separate reservations—one for each guest.
Jungle Room
The Jungle room is built into the jungle canopy. This room accommodates up to 2 people.
The design and lighting in this room is stunning, with your very own open-air shower and balcony. Your bed is surrounded by 3 walls of glass making you feel completely connected to nature. The windows and sliding doors can be opened for a natural refreshing breeze.
This room is perfect for a solo traveler in a king-sized bed, or two friends in 2 single beds. There is also a beautiful outdoor shower, making it even more fun! Our guests have seen monkeys, anteaters, toucans, and may other tropical animals in the canopy… that’s why we call it the Jungle room. Outdoor Shower open to the jungle.
King Bed - Whole Room to Self: $4,850 ($4,600 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
Single Bed (Room Shared with One Other Person): $3,250/person ($3,000 if Paid in Full Before May 31st, 2026)
Non-Refundable Deposit: $500
***IMPORTANT: Each guest must reserve their own spot. If one person is covering the full cost for both, please complete two separate reservations—one for each guest.
Lotus Room - SOLD OUT!
The Lotus Room is perfect for a solo traveler in a king-sized bed, or two friends in 2 single beds.
The Lotus Room is one of the most popular because of the views to the East and the South.
The panoramic ocean and jungle views from this cabin make it one of the favorites here at Anamaya.
***IMPORTANT: Each guest must reserve their own spot. If one person is covering the full cost for both, please complete two separate reservations—one for each guest.
Meet Your Retreat Leaders
Amber Brunkow
Amber Brunkow is a dedicated mother, music enthusiast, and plant lover with a deep appreciation for all things Yoga. With over 22 years of experience in various styles of Yoga, she completed her 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification i under teacher Marybeth Brady of Austin, TX Wild Heart Yoga. Reiki Level 2 Practitioner. Emotion Code Practitioner. Sound Healer.
Amber is eager to share her passion and knowledge with the Central Texas community. Blank Space Studio welcomes individuals of all levels and every body. We look forward to meeting you on the mat!
Snowy Rodeo
Professional clairvoyant and 200-hour registered yoga instructor, Snowy Rodeo guides your intuitive growth by helping you harmonize the mind, body, and soul. A Kyle, Texas local, she brings over 20 years of experience in holistic guidance focused on nurturing the body, mind, and spirit. As the founder of Psychic Yoga and Sound, Snowy teaches how to channel energetic pathways and elevate your vibration through breath work, chakra color theory, meditation, and sound healing. She has also co-facilitated both local and international retreats, offering transformative spaces for healing, intuition, and connection. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, her practice helps you expand your confidence, awareness, flexibility, and energetic.
Jessica Colson
Jessica Colson is a dedicated and passionate yoga instructor with RYT-500 nearly four years of teaching experience, blending her expertise from CorePower Yoga with her work in Colorado. With a rich academic background that includes a bachelor’s degree in public health and French and a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Jessica integrates her extensive knowledge of health and wellness into her yoga practice, aiming to foster holistic well-being for her students.
Her journey into yoga began as a way to balance her demanding career and personal life. As a mom of two energetic boys, ages 7 and 9, and a small business owner dedicated to helping aging adults live independently and healthfully at home, Jessica's life is a testament to the principles she teaches. She understands the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst a busy schedule and is committed to guiding her students to discover the transformative power of yoga on and off the mat.
Jessica's teaching philosophy is rooted in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can explore their physical and mental potential. Her classes emphasize mindful movement, breath awareness, and the joy of personal discovery, aiming to inspire each student to find their own path to wellness and inner peace.
With her background in public health and healthcare administration, Jessica brings a unique perspective to her yoga practice, focusing on practical strategies for healthy living while celebrating the magic of yoga. Her goal is to help each student cultivate a sustainable and joyful practice, empowering them to lead balanced and fulfilling lives.
When she's not teaching or managing her business, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and continuing her own yoga practice, always striving to grow and learn alongside her students.
Retreat Term & Conditions + Liability Waiver
The Blank Space Yoga's most up-to-date Retreat Terms & Conditions + Liability Waiver can be found here or by going to www.theblankspace.com/contract. If you're unable to access the website please email theblankspaceyoga@gmail.com to request a copy. Signature of this form will be requested upon signup and will be required in order to attend the retreat.
Traveling To Anamaya Resort
INFORMATION FROM ANAMAYA RESORT
Traveling to Anamaya can be straightforward and stress-free, especially if planned properly and we can help.
Internationally, you can fly into the Juan Santamaría International Airport near San Jose (code SJO) or Liberia (code LIR) international airports, but there are more transportation options from SJO. For either, please book your flights, both the way over and back, allowing AT LEAST a 2-hour window between international flight arrival/departure and local flight or shuttle departure/arrival, so that you have time to go through customs and immigration (which can sometimes take a hour or more).
Feel free to reach out to us with any questions about travel. Below we have listed the most common ways to get to our location. Please take a few minutes to read the information thoroughly.
Depending on the flight you can find, sometimes flying one day early and staying overnight near the airport is the best option to make the necessary connections, the same applies for the departure. If you want us to assist you with arranging the shuttle from the international airport or taxi from the local one, please send us your flight information (airline, flight number, and arrival time) or the name of the hotel where you will be staying if you are planning to fly a few days before the retreat. Below you’ll find the most common means to travel to our location from both airports.
Please remember to do your own research as this page is not updated daily, so the schedules and prices below may NOT reflect the most up-to-date information.
DOMESTIC FLIGHT AND TAXI:
This is the fastest and easiest way to get to Anamaya. Please keep in mind that it can sometimes take an hour or more to go through customs and immigration to exit the international airport. Please leave two-hours or more between your International flight arrival at the airport and the local transportation departure time. It’s ideal to be at the domestic airport 1 hr before departure. There is a domestic airport right next to the SJO international airport. It’s about a 10 minute walk or you can take a taxi if it’s raining. When you exit the airport building, take a left, go out to the road, and take another left, then it’s the big building straight ahead of you. The domestic Airlines Sansa and Green Airways fly to/from our local Cobano Airport. Cobano airport is a 15-20 minutes drive to Anamaya. At your request, we can arrange a taxi to pick you up and bring you to Anamaya. The price of the taxi is $25 + tax each way – if other guests are coming on the same flight the charge can be split (minimum of $7 + tax per person) Please refer directly to each airline’s website to make your booking by clicking on the links above, and also make sure you check their small luggage allowance so you know if you’ll be asked to pay more.
SHUTTLE:
There’s a daily shuttle currently departing from the San José (code SJO) international airport at 7 am. Please note that these times are subject to change according to the ferry schedule, and also vary depending on the company that offers it (3 pm afternoon services are offered with a minimum of 5 passengers). The price is $60 + tax (13%) per person each way, and the approximate travel time is 5.5 hours (2.5 hours from the airport to Puntarenas + 1.5 hours on the ferry + 1.5 hours from Paquera to Anamaya). It’s door to door service. The shuttle back to SJO also departs from Anamaya at 7 am.
And remember that 2 hour minimum window between arrival and shuttle departure. You may need to arrive one day before and find an Airbnb or hotel near the airport. The shuttle can also pick up from hotels in the vicinity of the airports, and in some areas of downtown San Jose as well. If you suffer from motion sickness, please take the necessary precautions/medications.
There’s a daily shuttle departing from the Liberia (code LIR) international airport at 9 am. The price is $60 + tax (13%) per person each way, and the approximate travel time is 4 – 4.5 hours. The shuttle back to LIR departs from Anamaya at 7 am. For an afternoon shuttle please inquire with reception or our reservations department to find out the latest info.
PRIVATE SHUTTLE:
From SJO Airport
If the international flights you can find do not align with the shuttle times above, you can reserve a private shuttle as long as your flight lands no later than 1:30 pm. The shuttle is ferry-dependent and the latest ferry that makes sense is at 6pm departure. There are 2 options for this service, with vehicle switch or direct, which are detailed below. It’s 5.5-6 hours total travel time.
Vehicle Switch
This means you will get on two different vehicles, the first one will pick the guests up from the airport or hotel and will drive them to the ferry dock in Puntarenas. Since the first vehicle doesn’t get on the ferry, they do not need the extra time waiting in line to get on. You will carry your luggage and walk on the ferry by yourself (with 3 flights of stairs), and get off the same way (the ferry ticket is included so this will be given when you get there). Another driver will be waiting at the ferry dock in Paquera to pick you up and bring you to Anamaya.
The price for 1-4 passengers is $275 + tax (13%) one way.
Direct
The same vehicle that picks you up will bring you to Anamaya, so the driver needs to get in line to board the ferry. An important note is that you will still get on the ferry by yourself, they only difference is that you will not be carrying luggage because this stays in the car.
The price for 1-4 passengers is $400 + tax (13%) one way.
From LIR Airport
A private service can be set up if your international flight arrival time is unaligned with the shuttle departure times. This service costs $275 + tax (13%) one way, for 1-4 passengers. Travel time is around 4 hrs.
CHARTER FLIGHTS & HELICOPTER:
Charter flights and helicopter rides can be arranged during daylight hours. The prices vary according to the size of the plane and helicopter, it ranges from $780 – $3,500. Feel free to ask for a quote if you think this is the best option for you.
WATER TAXI:
To travel from the area of Jacó/Quepos/Manuel Antonio and that part of the country, the most convenient option is the taxi boat + shuttle from Jacó. They also offer the service with pick up from SJO airport and nearby areas. The taxi boat leaves in the morning, around 10 am from the beach of Playa Herradura.
The availability and price will vary according to your pick up location, their operation for the day you’re travelling, if there are others coming from the same area, and such. The price for picking you up in Jaco is free, and for San Jose it can be around $100 plus taxes, depending on the exact location. The cost for the boat from Jacó is about $60.
Once you arrive in Montezuma, they don’t offer a drop off service as such, however on some occasions they have been available to drop you off at Anamaya for an additional charge. If this service is not available, their staff can help you find a local taxi for you to come to Anamaya as short distance taxis aren’t booked in advance by the local taxi drivers, it should be $12.
It’s important to keep in mind this service is weather dependent, it rarely happens but there are a few days in the year that the service is cancelled due to weather. In such cases, they might end up bringing you to another beach and then with ground transportation all the way here, keeping in mind these events can’t really be forecasted or planned for so much in advance.
Please contact us to get further details on this service if this sounds ideal for your travel.
CAR RENTAL & FERRY:
Renting a car is always an option for travel. If your flight lands at a time that allows you to drive during daylight, you’re adventurous and ideally, have driven in other countries and know a little Spanish then you’ll do great. Montezuma now has some paved sections but still some bad parts. 4×4 is ideal in the rainy season.
Using Waze or Google Maps is necessary. It’s good to cross reference routes in multiple places because sometimes one will send you on a more challenging route on back roads or through a river. Make sure the maps are loaded in your device while you have good signal or wifi, so you can navigate when cell reception is lost, which is very common in certain areas of the drive from either the SJO and Liberia airports.
Depending on where you are driving from you’d need to take a ferry from Puntarenas. You can check the ferry schedule by clicking here. You can also purchase tickets in advance there which is a good idea. It needs to be done more than 2 hours before it departs and if there are not tickets available on line, there could still be space for you but make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to launch. Please take into account that the latest ferry you could take 5 or 6 pm because the office hours of our reception desk are 7:00 am to 9:00 pm. The 6pm one will be cutting in close. Make arrangements with reception in advance if you won’t make it before 9pm.
DIRECT BUS:
If you know some basic Spanish, have previous experience taking buses in foreign countries, and if you feel comfortable, there is a direct bus from San José that departs at 8:00 am from terminal 7-10. This terminal is located in an area considered unsafe so take a taxi if you are planning to take the public bus from this terminal.
The direct bus also stops about 15-20 minutes after the departures from the terminal at a bus stop called “Puente Villa Bonita”. The latter is located about 5-10 minutes drive from the SJO airport, so you could take a taxi to this location as an alternative.
Their booking portal can be visited by clicking here.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
Depending on where you are flying from and the flights you can find, sometimes flying one day early and staying overnight near the airport is the best option to make the necessary connections, the same applies for your departure.
If you want us to assist you with arranging a shuttle from either of the International airports, or taxi from the local one, please send us your flight information (airline, flight number, and arrival time) or the name of the hotel where you’ll be staying if you are planning to fly a few days before your retreat/YTT.
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