Blue Spirit, Costa Rica
July 11 – 18, 2026
A week-long jhana meditation retreat on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Nosara, Costa Rica. Jungle, beach, pool. All meals, lodging, group airport shuttles, and a full program are included. No meditation experience required.
From $4,995 per person (Limited Offer: Save $3,000 on Shared Bookings.)
Monthly payment plans available
Is cost a concern? A limited number of scholarships are available—you can apply during the booking process before making any payment.
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Blue Spirit sits on a hilltop in Nosara overlooking Playa Guiones on Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula. Walking distance to one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. The center is known for its eco-conscious atmosphere and world-class facilities.
All rooms include air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. Accommodations range from standard rooms to luxury suites. Rooms in the Main Building are closest to the meditation hall and buffet.
What's included:
- Seven nights at Blue Spirit Retreat Center
- All meals (buffet-style, primarily vegetarian, with locally sourced fish three evenings per week)
- Group shuttle from Liberia airport (LIR) on July 11 and return shuttle on July 18
- 1-on-1 sessions with experienced facilitators
- Group meditation, guided practice, and instruction
- Pool access, private beach trail, and retreat center grounds
- Air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms
- Post-retreat alumni community access via Circle
- On-site café available for additional purchase (specialty coffee, smoothies, snacks — not included in retreat price)
✓ Arrival
Saturday, July 11. Check-in from 3:00-4:00 PM. Opening session at 5:00 PM. Please arrive by 4:00 PM.
✓ Daily structure
The retreat day runs 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Sessions include group instruction, guided meditation, 1-on-1 facilitation, and dedicated solo practice time.
✓ Departure
Saturday, July 18. Programming ends around 9:00 AM. Check out by 10:00 AM. Please plan to leave no earlier than 9:00 AM.
Before you book
✓ You must be at least 18 years old to attend
✓ Participation requires completing a mental health screening and signing required agreements
✓ Do not book flights or make travel arrangements until your screening is complete and your spot is confirmed. Screenings begin no later than February 15
✓ Check flight availability to Liberia (LIR) before securing your spot — not all cities have daily flights, and you must land by 1:00 PM on July 11 to catch the group shuttle
✓ This is a full-week retreat — only sign up if you can attend the entire program from July 11 through July 18
✓ July weather: sunny mornings with occasional afternoon rain, 77-86°F. Pack for both sun and rain. Rooms are air-conditioned. Bring insect repellent (also available at the venue gift store)
✓ Shared booking discount: book with a friend or partner and save $1,500 per person on eligible room types. Email retreats@jhourney.io with your friend/partner cc'd to claim your code before booking. Eligible Rooms: Couples: Superior Ocean View, Ocean View, Mountain View, Garden Suite. Friends (Separate Beds): Ocean View, Mountain View.
✓ Flexible payment available: 3 monthly installments on any room type
✓ A limited number of scholarships are available — email retreats@jhourney.io
Fly into Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) in Liberia. The drive to Blue Spirit is approximately 3 hours.
Complimentary group shuttles run from LIR on Saturday, July 11 between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Your flight must land by 1:00 PM to catch the last shuttle. Return shuttles depart July 18 between 9:00 and 10:00 AM — book a return flight departing after 2:00 PM.
Check flight availability to Liberia before booking — not all cities have daily service to LIR. If arriving outside the shuttle windows, you can book a private taxi from the airport.
A participant-led carpool spreadsheet will be shared before the retreat.
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Probably one of the nicest things that's ever happened to me, like up there with beautiful events like marriage.
Absolutely amazing. A secret nobody is talking about, and I've never felt anything like it. I'm so grateful; I'm a better and happier person.
To know there's this infinite resource within me that's accessible without external conditions…it's just crazy. You can't unsee that.
This experience was the best thing that's happened to me this year. I had no idea how enjoyable meditation could be.
Why would I have a second piece of chocolate cake when I know I can beat that by 100x in 10 minutes with my eyes closed?
The jhanas may be the single most important thing on the planet right now. You may think it's superintelligence or longevity. That's nothing without wellbeing.
