December 15, 2023 - January 2, 2024
AmaTierra offers both IN-HOUSE retreats which are either special programs or individual 5, or 7 day all-inclusive wellness packages.
Retreats led by outside professionals are also offered for you to join, unless they are marked “sold out”.
Note: ***Indicates retreat details will be coming soon, please check back or call AmaTierra for details.
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January 13, 2024 - January 20, 2024
Postponed Spiritours Vibrant Energy Retreat: Now open for enrollment!
January 27, 2024 - February 3, 2024
Healing through the Chakras: Yoga Retreat for Women
February 3, 2024 - February 10, 2024
Amazon Activation in Costa Rica : Light it up! Co-ed Retreat
February 17, 2024 - February 24, 2024
Awakening Transcendence Retreat: A Meditation Experience
March 2, 2024 - March 9, 2024
Postponed Peaceful Heart, Wild Soul: A Retreat for Women
Individual Retreats available
Call us at 1-866-659-3805 toll free, or Email us at amatierra@gmail.com for details
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MartinaWaynesboro_TN
2023-09-19
Soften into the Feminine, A Women's Retreat
I visited Amaterra last year and came away rejuvenated but this retreat with a 7 day stay was and still reverberates in my body and soul. Where do I begin ? Jill and Bob (owner and operators) always take the time to visit and get to know all their guests between our sessions. The 3 meals per day headed by chef, Pam was delicious, beautiful presentations and always room for seconds. My Casita was newly refurbished and tasteful, always clean. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. My bed was so comfortable , hard to rise for early Yoga. Jill managed to find time to take those interested on a fascinating herbal walk...she is a gifted herbalist. I purchased 2 separate tinctures and they have been extremely helpful. I hope to visit again and spend time surrounded by wonderful individuals such as Jill and Bob.
judywalsh
2023-03-31
A week of bliss!
I was part of a group travel experience at AmaTierra in March 2023. It was pure delight! My casita was cozy and comfortable and set in a gorgeous landscape. The food? I can't stop raving about the delicious fresh fish and vegetarian dishes. I am not a vegetarian and there was always fish or chicken but really, the vegetarian dishes held their own. The acreage is gorgeous. One of the staff members has been there since the resort was built and he knows every tree and every bird and lizard. I felt so welcomed. Jill, one of the owners, is an herbalist and I had a health-altering session with her. I only left the resort for one trip (a tour of the national park and time at the beach) and while I thoroughly enjoyed it was glad to get back to my "rainforest home." The shala was perfect for group yoga and meditation but also a good spot to sit and watch the birds or the sunset or just swing in the hammock. I am a traveler, I go as often as I can and am always looking for new places. I had such a wonderful experience here that I plan to go back!
Amy M
2023-03-30
A very relaxing & uplifting yoga retreat
I found most everything about the resort and this trip to be amazing. The food was delish, and they did their best accommodate the dietary needs of 22 people on our retreat. The cottages were somewhat basic, but I didn't mind at all, it's the kind of thing I was looking for on this trip. The yoga pavilion was unbelievable! It was like something out of a dream to practice in such a beautiful space. I did not have a chance to take advantage of the massages and other amenities, but I heard nothing but good things from everyone who did. The pool was the perfect temperature. Not that they have a hand in it, but I love that the weather is warm all the time, and during our trip it was generally sunny and warm in the morning, then the clouds started rolling in after lunch, and by late afternoon it was raining. But it was a warm rain, I enjoyed sitting out on our covered patio and listening to it. Would go back, thank you Bob, Jill, and everyone!
Scenic52098087156
2023-03-25
Peace
This was one of the most relaxing, comforting, rejuvenating AND welcoming Retreat Center. Between the staff, the atmosphere, the amenities, the owners, the food, and of course the incredible location and views - all of it made for a deeply peaceful, joyful and soul replenishing experience. I will definitely be going back!
stenfam
2023-03-21
Warm and welcoming
Was part of a 14 person yoga retreat. All details for our group were so well attended to - from multiple airport pickups, to food restrictions. The owners Bob and Jill and their wonderful staff are so welcoming and friendly, The food every day was exceptional, 3 great fresh meals prepared by Jake and so nicely served. The Shala for yoga is a magical spot surrounded by beauty and the sounds of nature. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The pool is a great place to relax and enjoy the views and sounds and was kept very clean and fresh. Massage therapist Viviane is exceptional. We had a wonderful time and magical experience.
Barbara M
2023-03-19
A beautiful experience!
I went here for a yoga and wellness retreat for 14 people and felt a peaceful vibe from the moment I arrived. The resort is about an hour's drive from San José airport - a scenic welcome to beautiful Costa Rica. The resort will arrange a driver for you at a very reasonable rate. The retreat is in the jungle so we were treated to sounds sighs and smells of nature. All of our meals were amazing - provided by the talented chef Jacob - and you could taste the healthy energy in every deliciously prepared bite. The meals were served 'family style' and the portion sizes were perfect. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and I slept like a baby every one of the 9 nights I was there. There is a little bit of a steep walk to some of the cabins, so if this is not for you, request to be placed in one of the ones nearest the main building. The owners, Jill and Bob, were so helpful and accommodating, as was their assistant manager, Viviana. All of the staff were eager to help in any way they could. If you want a vacation at a 5 star American-style resort, AmaTierra is not for you. If however, you want to reconnect with yourself and like minded people in a natural paradise, this is the place to go.
janetheh
2023-03-19
A Magical Atmosphere!
AmaTierra is a magical place! The hospitality of Jill, Bob, ViVi and all the staff was beyond amazing. They did everything to make our retreat an incredible experience for everyone starting with seamless airport pickups, accommodating food restrictions, arranging wonderful tours and guides, entertaining guests with music and singing and Jill’s special full moon ceremony. The food prepared by chef Jake was absolutely fantastic! The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. Yoga and meditation in the open air shala were mystical experiences … the breeze, the birds, the softness of the mountain air were so lovely. I am so happy I chose AmaTierra to host my yoga retreat. The sweet casitas are located on a hillside, so keep this in mind if you have mobility challenges and request a room higher up on the hill.
Becca A
2023-03-18
Magical and transforming
Bob and Jill have created something truly magical and transformative at Amatierra. I went there on a yoga retreat with a group of 22 people from my yoga studio. Amatierra made it a worry-free travel experience, showed off the beauty of Costa Rica, and offered incredible services and excursions to make this a truly incredible experience. Worries like trustworthy transportation and “what are we gonna eat” were not a problem for us. Amatierra organized transportation to and from the airport, loaded/ unloaded/ carried our luggage into and out of our rooms, and they accommodated our gazillion different eating restrictions. The chef, Jake, made delicious, fresh, organic meals for us with multiple options for vegans, vegetarians, gluten and/or dairy free people, and anything else we asked for! Costa Rica’s lush and magical rainforest/jungle terrain are truly felt here. So you should expect humidity and bugs but if you can allow yourself to surrender to the vibrant life of this country, you will leave with a profound energy shift. I have been to Costa Rica before and stayed in all types of hotel rooms and most of them were filled with jungle bugs. I was prepared to be one with the bugs again but the Amatierra rooms were surprisingly bug free…not totally devoid of bugs but significantly less than anywhere else I’ve stayed. Also, no AC needed thanks to cool jungle nights and rainforest sounds that were spectacular. Additional services I took advantage of included the best deep tissue massage of my life with Bibiana and an in-depth nutritionist/herbalist consult with Jill! Jill concocted my own unique blend of herbs to take home with me based on my body’s specific needs and I’m already feeling the benefits! We booked excursions thru Amatierra (nature walk, Jaco beach day, zip lining and a visit to the Verde Malakita waterfall) and they organized transportation for these as well. Jill and Bob shared their talents with us and joined us for meals to offer music, help us book stuff and cure any ailments. Their oasis is a must see experience!! Lastly, a previous review that mentions how long the drive was to get to Amatierra. I’d counter that with a couple perspectives: (1) I was grateful to be able to travel deeper into the jungle. The best parts of Costa Rica are far from the airport. (2) because we had such a large group, our bus couldn’t handle the shorter terrain route to Amatierra so we had to go around a longer and windier way. The same review mentions lack of coffee before 7:30: We took advantage of the in room coffee maker on days where we woke up earlier than the staff. They even gave us our own creamer to keep in the room for such occasions.
Jet68657576818
2023-03-18
Yoga Adventure
I had a lovely time with a group of 22. Jill and Bob were amazing hosts. Jake, the chef, catered to the different diets of all 22 of us, making delicious, healthy food. I had a fantastic massage and ear candling. Vivi made sure we were taken care of. The yoga space is beautiful. The rooms are comfortable but not luxurious but I didn't spend much time in the room, choosing to socialize with the rest of the group instead. The in room coffee supplies were appreciated first thing in the morning. I appreciate that Jill and Bob accommodated our very early arrival and departure.
Bolderado
2022-09-13
Healing Energy and finding Balance - Mind + Body + Spirit
The owners, Jill and Bob, have created a very special place in a beautiful rainforest not far from San Jose, Costa Rica. We chose it for the tail end of our trip to Costa Rica. A place to balance and renew prior to heading home to the US. Jill s an herbalist and a yoga master. Bob s a caring person who had an amazing career promoting music, predominantly jazz. His music sets the mood in the common areas overlooking the jungle. And he has incredible stories to tell, if you are in the mood to listen. We had such an amazing time at our AmaTierra celebrating my birthday - from the amazing organic farm to table meals, the Yoga classes, our Full Moon Meditation, Nature Walks, Massages & Facials to just chilling by the pool reading & relaxing. This place has such healing energy-We are came home healthier & definitely more balanced. We are already thinking about when we might return! 😀❤️ #Amatierra #HealingInNature #Yoga #MeditationPractice #FarmToTable #MagicalEnergy #HealingJourney #CelebratingLife #CelebratingLove #PuraVidaLifeStyle
“Felt like visiting Family…in a good way 😉“
REVIEWED JUNE, 2022
I visited AmaTierra for a much needed 10 day mental, spiritual and physical rest. I went alone and fully intended to keep to myself the entire time. However, I was struck by the sense of warmth and inclusion that the staff radiated from the time that Juan picked me up from the airport until the moment I left. The sense of belonging trickles down to the guests and, to my surprise, I found myself making some really good friends from all over the world who were also there to heal. It was just perfect. And exactly what this weary soul needed. I also did the 5 day detox with two other guests. We became fast friends as The Detoxers and actually enjoyed ourselves immensely. The group and individual sessions with Jill were so helpful. I honestly was never hungry and I was able to cleanse my body of a wicked caffeine addiction that had lasted for decades. Seriously. This place is special. It is admittedly a bit “wild”, with no air conditioning in the rooms (which this Texas girl is definitely used to) and the occasional visit from rather large spiders but I honestly feel so grateful that I found this place. I will keep in touch with Bob, Jill, Melinda and many of the guests that I had the pleasure of meeting at AmaTierra. And I am looking forward to going back as soon as I can.
“A grounding experience, how wonderful!“
REVIEWED APRIL, 2022
From the first day to the last, our stay at Ama Tierra was truly wonderful. My mom and I visited together for a medical school graduation/30th birthday celebration for me and we could not have chosen a better place for this occasion. I was impressed by the balance struck in every aspect of the experience at Amatierra. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Morning and evening yoga with interspersed meals made for enough to do without being overwhelming and plenty of time for introspection and relaxation. Jill and Bob were incredibly welcoming and kind. The other guests who we shared our time with were beyond wonderful and we had a connective experience with them as well. I left feeling I think the most relaxed I ever have in my life (not exaggerated). By taking care of all the potential decisions in a day (where to go, what to do, what to eat) you as a guest were almost forced to just practice being and sit with yourself which encouraged reflection, relaxation, and ease. As a soon to be allopathic medical doctor I was impressed by Jill’s expertise in her field and knowledge of chinese medicine and herbs. Though she was clearly incredibly knowledgeable I also appreciated that she did not push her offerings on any of the guests and approached each guest from an ethos of non judgement and opening. I truly felt so comfortable and can not say enough about the authentic experience Jill and Bob are offering. My mom and I left feeling strong, centered, relaxed, and ready to step back into daily life feeling more resilient and grounded. Would love to come back to this special place!
“Rest and renew yoga retreat“
REVIEWED APRIL, 2022
It difficult to clearly express the wonderful experience my stay was…as I arrived I felt welcomed, Jill and Bob are truly sincere and go beyond to make your stay memorable. Yoga was given by a gifted instructor, a loving spirit. Meals were so delicious…each a surprise visually in presentation. Their staff are friendly and very helpful.
“How wonderful!“
REVIEWED MARCH, 2022
Jill, Bob and all of the staff simply made us feel at home! My partner and I brought a group of 21 people to AmaTierra for a yoga and sound healing retreat. The communication was excellent, the food was to die for and the retreat center was everything we could have asked for! Thank
“I cannot express in words just how grateful I am to have discovered Amatierra, and to have had the opportunity to come stay here for a week. I have done other week-long wellness retreats in the past, and nothing compares to what Bob and Jill (the owners) offer at their magical, sacred, stunning location above the mountain jungle canopy. Between the lush, fresh, healing food their staff creates for you, to the personal relationships forged, to the attention to detail, to the treatments and activities on offer, to the natural surroundings themselves – every aspect served to heal and change my life for the better in every way: mentally, emotionally, spiritually, physically, psychically. I did the week long wellness / detox package (which comes with all meals and a massage, two yoga classes a day, as well as a comprehensive health and wellness consult with Jill, who is an herbalist and healer, among many other credentials), and I left feeling restored, empowered, embodied, and reset. Yoga is done in the most majestic open area studio over looking the valley, and all meals are taken in a similar setting on a gorgeous patio. I opted to buy another massage, as well as another incredible healing session. This place is a singular, special place, one that attracts incredible people to come work and stay here. I can’t say enough good things about the entire experience, and I cant wait to return to Amatierra to see Bob, Jill, and their entire gorgeous, kind, intuitive, empathetic staff! Highly, highly recommend in every way.”
“Restorative week at Ama Tierra“
REVIEWED MARCH, 2019
One of the most beautiful and restful locations we have yet to visit. Surrounded by greenery, flowers, butterflies, tropical birds and bathing in pure spring water: what a treat for city and winter-weary folks! And the food was divine: fresh, pure, local, and seasoned…
“Personal touches make you feel at home“
REVIEWED MARCH, 2019
I highly recommend going to AmaTierra, especially if you are a first time cleanser. I do cleanses at least once/year for different lengths, in different locations and I have been blessed with good experiences along the way, learning something new every time. My experience at…