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Costa Rica - Playing with Mother Nature
San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
May 7 - 16, 2027
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Honest Heart Journeys
$6,495
Deposit: $3,247

About your trip

Join us for a deeply curated 10-day women’s journey through Costa Rica’s rainforest, cloud forest, and Pacific coast. You may have been here before—but never in the way we’ve intentionally designed this experience.

Limited to just 14 women, this intimate journey blends meaningful cultural immersion with restorative time in nature and thoughtfully chosen boutique accommodations. Held within a circle of sisterhood, we create space to play, release the weight of expectations, and rediscover the presence and joy of childlike wonder.

From waterfall swims and cacao experiences to soothing hot springs and meaningful connections with local women, every detail is designed to support reflection, connection, and joyful discovery—so you return home feeling lighter, freer, and more deeply alive.

We can’t wait to share this immersive and transformative journey with you!


We're thrilled you're joining us!

The next steps will guide you through:

  • Reviewing the itinerary and what's included

  • Selecting your room preference

  • Completing registration details

  • Securing your place with your deposit

Once registered, you'll receive immediate confirmation. We'll reach out to begin preparing for your journey about six months prior. Of course feel free to reach out any time with questions. We look forward to welcoming you!


What's included

Lodging

All lodging: 1 night boutique woman-owned hotel, 2 nights rustic rural homestay, 4 nights luxury eco-lodges, and 2 nights beach bungalows – all chosen for unique identity and authenticity.

Meals

Most meals (9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners) leaving room for flexible eating.

Activities

All included activities (cooking class, salsa dance class, hot springs entrance, river float, forest immersion experience, yoga, artisan co-op visit, outrigger canoe, cacao ceremony).

Private transportation

Our group has its own bus and driver throughout the trip with luggage transfer.

Experienced tour hosts

Two HHJ hosts, local guides, and translator.

HHJ journal & pen

We want you to have somewhere special to process and capture all you're experiencing!

What's not included

Air Travel

Airfare to/from San Jose, Costa Rica.

Travel Insurance

Medical/emergency required. See FAQ section on website. May be purchased through WeTravel.

Travel Day Meals

Dinner upon arrival and breakfast departure day included.

Optional Activities

A few will be offered at certain hotels.

Alcohol

While alcohol is not served during group gatherings, guests are welcome to enjoy it independently.

Additional Expenses

Personal shopping, service gratuities, etc.

Pre-Trip

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Begin the journey before we even depart.

We will host an online Welcome Call to connect and set intentions and a second call exploring The Little Prince and the themes we’ll carry with us, as well as the sisterhood and culture that we’ll immerse ourselves in.

May 7

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Welcome to Costa Rica

Arrive in San José. Gather at 4PM for welcome and opening dinner at an historic family-owned boutique hotel and restaurant.  (D)

May 8

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Into the Heart of Community

Leave the city behind for a rural homestay community in the highlands. Visit a women-run farm, take a gentle hike to dip in the community waterfall and cook Costa Rican traditional food with the local women. (B,D)

May 9

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Mother’s Day Celebration

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Costa Rican traditions. Share stories of the women who have shaped us, and explore what it means to “mother” ourselves—with joy, play, and permission. Learn to salsa dance and get groovy alongside our new friends. (B,L,D)

May 10

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Rest & Renewal in Nature

Float a stunning turquoise river, then soak the evening away in volcanic hot springs surrounded by lush forest. Awaken curiosity with the unexpected discoveries of a gentle night hike through the jungle.(B)

May 11

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Journey to the Cloud Forest

Travel by land and boat across Lake Arenal to the Monteverde Cloud Forest – a living museum of biodiversity and home to the resplendent Quetzal. Settle into an historic family-owned luxury lodge amongst the treetops. (B,D)

May 12

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Forest Immersion Experience

Climb an ancient ficus tree, hang upside down like a bat, cross bridges through the vibrant canopy, listen and look for wildlife. Free your soul through the natural joy of the forest and its melodies in today’s exclusive total forest immersion. (B,L)

May 13

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The Joy of Stillness

Bask in all that our luxury surroundings offer, from riding horses, mixing farm-fresh mocktails, morning yoga on the deck, a jaunt into town, or soaking with a breathtaking view. (B,L)

May 14

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From Forest to Sea

Emerge from the cloud forest toward the Pacific coast to cruise crystal waters in an collaborative outrigger canoe experience. Continue further south to a boho beach retreat whose colorful cottages welcome us with comfort and charm – a perfect place for walks on the chocolate sand beach and sumptuous sunsets. (B, D)

May 15

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Play & Celebration

Enjoy a free morning for optional activities – yoga, surfing, horseback riding on the beach or visiting the nearby national park. Join together in the afternoon for a heart-opening cacao ceremony and celebratory final dinner gathering.

May 16

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Departure

Allow for 2.5 hours to get to the airport, and plan to arrive 3 hours prior to your flight. Night flights are preferable to allow us to coordinate one shared departure. (B)

Continued Community

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Continued Community

After returning home, we host a virtual reunion gathering—a space to reflect, integrate, and share highlights from your journey.

The connection doesn’t end there. You’re invited to continue the joy, support, and inspiration of your fellow travelers through the Honest Heart Community online—a place to stay connected, share insights, and carry the spirit of play and wonder forward.

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1. San José Province, San José, Costa Rica

San José Province, San José, Costa Rica

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