Yoga Eco Trips

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Yoga Eco Trips to Costa Rica

La Leona Lodge, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

UNPLUG, UNWIND & LIVE LA PURA VIDA

!Pura Vida!

Hosted By:

DamaDe’ of World Yoga Mission

Josh Manring of the Journeyman Gallery

Pedro Maisonnave of the Jungle

April 24^th-April 29^th

April 29^th -May 4^th

6 Days & 5 Nights of Yoga & the Elements

Trip Prices: Before Dec. 31 After Dec. 31

Double Occupancy shared bath $1095 $1195

Double Occupancy private bath $1195 $1295

Single Occupancy shared bath $1195 $1295

Single Occupancy private bath $1295 $1395

Non-Yoga Eco Adventure $795-895 $895-995

Both trips 11 Days & 10 Nights $1895-2095 $2095-2295

Trip price includes: Food and lodging for 5 days and 5 nights at La Leona Eco Lodge, yoga instruction, meditation, Ayurveda, guided hikes, entrance to Corcovado National Park and transportation to and from Puerto Jimenez/La Leona.

Immerse yourself in the lush, tropical jungle beach of Costa Rica! Reconnect with the elements, fire, earth, ocean and breath! Be present as you indulge your senses with daily yoga, meditation and hikes along jungle paths through the most bio-diverse terrain on the planet! Learn how to sync your inner rhythms with the outer environment; realize they are one and the same. Quiet the mind, awaken the spirit! This journey will last a lifetime.

Reservations and Contact Info

JourneymanGallery.com

Yogatrips@JourneymanGallery.com

The beautiful and private La Leona Lodge is located on the pacific side of the Osa peninsula just a few jungle steps from the famous and breathtaking Corcovado National Park. This adventure allows you to escape into a world of pura vida! Time stands still and life energy pulsates; a new life rhythm is invoked. Expect deep jungle nourishment, monkeys galore, oceanic breezes, and unplug and unwind with daily yoga and hiking.

DamaDe’offers you a balanced, awakening blend of Restorative/ Yin, Kundalini &Vinyasa flow and Hatha yoga. Incorporations of mantra/ prayer meditations, freedom movement, sound therapy, ayurvedic principles and creative writing awaken you to great expansions, limitless potentials, and well deserved peace. Pure Bliss!

Josh and Pedro unravel mysteries of the jungle as they share their knowledge of the outdoors with you. Be led on bi-lingual adventures to Corcovado N.P., private reserves and gorgeous waterfalls while viewing exotic birds, rare animals and tropical vegetation.

We have arranged a power packed schedule to make sure you have an adventure of a lifetime. We are here as facilitators to make your trip the best it can possibly be. The overall goal of this adventure is for you to be PRESENT. This is your trip, no pressures, worries or anxieties. All activities are optional and at anytime feel free to follow your heart to the fulfillment of your desires. This is all for YOU!!

Corcovado Park is recognized as one of the most biologically intense places on earth according to National Geographic Magazine. It is home to over 400 species of birds, 116 amphibians and reptiles and 139 mammals including the Jaguar. It also contains the largest expanse of contiguous tropical rain forest north of the Amazon Basin.

A country like Brazil may have more species but no country has more birds and mammals per 10,000 sq. km., 615. There are over 1,300 types of orchids, 2,000 species of trees and over 10,000 species of vascular plants. Costa Rica also has over 850 species of birds any many endangered species. There are around 26 National Parks which comprise over 10% of the country.

Corcovado tent lodge is a beachfront paradise with a panoramic view overlooking the Pacific Ocean bordering Corcovado National Park. Sleeping accommodations are bed(s) set within a luxury tent. Showers are revitalizing fresh, fed by natural water sources.

Three daily meals consist of simple, delicious Costa Rican cuisine prepared by local chefs. Water, juice, tea and coffee are provided at lodges.

Ground transportation is provided by air-conditioned (do not get used to it) 4x4 SUV’s or single engine propelled planes.

Other Expenses - Other potential expenses not included in trip are flights, departure tax, alcoholic beverages, miscellaneous snacks and food, personal expenditures, and tips.

Josh Manring is the owner of the Journeyman Gallery in Naples, Florida. He will lead the hiking treks while educating you about the people, language, land and wildlife. Josh will also help arrange local logistics as he lives a couple of months each year in the Osa peninsula. He has traveled to over 35 countries and has explored the Corcovado National Park inside and out. He is an avid outdoorsman, professional travel photographer and yoga enthusiast.

DamaDe’s purpose is to share the sacred science of yoga for those near and those far. Since having cultivated a deep understanding of how amazingly transformative yoga has been in her life, she feels inclined to share with the world at large. DamaDe’ has been guiding others along their yogic path for 10 years and pays homage to her teachers of the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Science and Philosophy. Drawing from her knowledge of kundalini yoga, vinyasa flow, restorative yoga and dance she encourages fun and fluid explorations within… “ so within, so without. Yoga for the highest good of all.”

Pedro Maisonnave is a jack of all trades. He is a native to

Uruguay

, schooled in the

U.S.

, and has lived in the Amazon jungles of

Venezuela

. Pedro is the type of guy who is always willing to lend a helping hand; and with his easy- going demeanor, allows you to feel comfortable. He is fluent in Spanish and will lead and educate people about the outdoors while helping coordinate the overall adventure. Pedro has practiced yoga for many years and is a hands-on

Day 1

Afternoon Arrival

6:30 pm Dinner

8:00 pm Fire intention

ceremony

Day 2
6:00-7:00 am             Morning Yoga
7:00-8:00 am             Breakfast
8:00-9:00 am             Personal Time

9:00-10:00 am Ayurveda

10:00-12:00 pm        Yin Yoga
12:30-1:30 pm           Lunch
1:30-3:00 pm             Siesta / Transformational Breath
3:00-5:00 pm             La Leona Hike
5:30-6:30 pm             Sunset / Private Massage and Breath Sessions
6:30 pm                      Dinner
8:00-9:45 pm             Transformational Breath

Day 3
6:00-7:00 am             Morning Yoga
7:00-8:00 am             Breakfast
8:00-12:00 pm           Corcovado Hike
12:30-1:30 pm           Lunch
1:30-3:00 pm             Siesta / Transformational Breath
3:00-5:00 pm             Kundalini
5:30-6:30 pm             Sunset / Private Massage and Breath Sessions
6:30 pm                     Dinner
8:00-9:45 pm             Transformational Breath

Day 4

6:00-7:00 am Morning Yoga
7:00-8:00 am Breakfast

8:30-10:30 am           Kundaflow Yoga
10:30-11:00 am         Break
11:00-12:00 pm        Ayurveda
12:30-1:30 pm           Lunch

1:30-3:00 pm             Siesta / Transformational Breath
3:00-5:30 pm             Jungle Pod
5:30-6:30 pm             Sunset
6:30-7:30 pm             Dinner / Private Massage and Breath Sessions

8:00-9:00 pm Night Hike

Day 5
6:00-7:00 am             Morning Yoga
7:00-8:00 am             Breakfast
9:00-12:00 pm           Hike to

Waterfall

12:30-1:30 pm Lunch La Luna

1:30-2:30 pm Relaxation

2:30-4:00 pm Yin Yoga

4:00-5:30 pm Hike back to

La Leona

5:30-6:30 pm             Sunset / Private Massage and Breath Sessions
6:30 pm                      Dinner
8:00 pm                      Fire Closing

Ceremonies

Day 6
6:00-7:00 am Morning Yoga
7:00-8:00 am Breakfast

Morning Time Departure

Recommended Travel Plans

Option 1

American 971 Miami to San Jose

10.10-10.50 am

Sansa Air San Jose to Puerto Jimenez

12.18-1.18 pm

From

Nature Air Puerto Jimenez to San Jose

9.30-10.20 am

American 972 San Jose to Miami

2.10-7.00 pm

Option 2

Lacsa LR691 Miami to San Jose

8.30-9.15 am

Sansa Air San Jose to Puerto Jimenez

12.18-1.18 pm

From

Sansa Air Puerto Jimenez to San Jose

12.27-1.25 pm

Lacsa LR690 San Jose to Miami

6.05-10.50 pm

Option 3

Spirit 336 Ft Lauderdale to San Jose

11.20-12.15

Sansa Air San Jose to Puerto Jimenez

2.31-3.31

From

Nature Air Puerto Jimenez to San Jose

9.30-10.20 am

Spirit 756 San Jose to Miami

1.15-6.15 pm

General Items

Backpack

Waterproof backpack cover

Daypack/Waistpack

Flashlight/headlamp/extra batteries

Glasses/Contacts/Solution

Sunglasses

Camera/Binoculars

Paperback books

Journal/Pen

1L Water Bottle Container

Waterproof pouch (Ziplock bag)

(passport, copy of passport, cash,

credit cards, plane ticket)

Ipod /earphones

Yoga Mat

Clothes

3-5 T-shirts

2 long sleeve shirts

2 bathing suits/ board shorts

2-4 shorts

1 jeans

1 hiking pants

Belt

4-6 pairs of socks

4-6 under garments

Bandana

Towel (optional)

Hat

Lightweight rain jacket

Heavy soled sandals

Comfortable hiking shoes or boots

We recommend carry-on luggage versus checking your bag for international flight.

The trips have been arranged so all travel can be done in one day if you are departing from Florida. If not, you may need two days of travel time.

Send us your final flight itinerary so we can arrange for your ground transportation in Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica. If your itinerary is not provided we will assume you will make your own way to La Leona Lodge.

-Arrive San Jose,

Costa Rica

(1-2 hour time change depending on daylight savings time).

-Pass Immigration, collect luggage and take taxi to domestic airlines. (Process should take no more than 1 hr.).

-Arrive Puerto Jimenez and we will pick you up at the Puerto Jimenez airport, provided you give us your travel details.

We expect you to know your own physical limitations. If you have questions please discuss with us prior to booking your reservation. No Refunds will be given after initial deposit is made.

You must be able to comfortably walk along the beach to the lodge for 45 minutes with your backpack.

A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of reservation and the remainder balance is due no later than 60 days prior to trip. (Feb 24^th/29^th)

In consideration of and as an inducement to your enrollment and participation in this Costa Rican Yoga Eco Adventure, you agree to the following statements:

Toiletry Kit (travel size items)