Sunyata Freediving Retreat
An 8-Day Freediving & Nature Retreat in Costa Rica
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There is a place beneath the noise —
beneath the tension, the striving, the constant doing —
where the body softens, the breath deepens, and the mind grows quiet.
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The Sunyata Retreat is an invitation into that place.
Discover Your Peace
Held in the calm waters of the Golfo Dulce, surrounded by lush jungle, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to step out of daily life and into a deeper relationship with yourself — through breath, water, and nature.
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This is not just a freediving retreat. It is a week of slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and experiencing the ocean and jungle as a space for stillness, presence, and healing.
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It's not about pushing limits...
It’s about learning to be comfortable with depth — both in the ocean and within yourself.
What this experience offers
Throughout the week, we move gently between immersion and rest.
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Each day includes guided freediving sessions in the calm, protected waters — with a strong emphasis on relaxation, breath awareness, and comfort in the water. For those who wish, freediving certification is available.
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Alongside freediving, the retreat weaves in:
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yoga, breathwork, and meditation sessions
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ocean exploration through snorkeling, paddleboarding and boat tours
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connection with the land through jungle hikes and local experiences
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time for integration, rest, and reflection
The setting
We'll invite you to our home - where you’ll stay in a beautiful, fully equipped, private accommodation in nature – nestled upon a ridge, overlooking the Golfo Dulce and the Talamanca Mountains in Costa Rica.
The house sleeps four guests, creating an intimate, held environment where everyone is seen and supported.
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Wake to the sounds of the jungle and the sun rising over the Gulf.
Watch the light change over the water.
Move at a human pace.
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***Transportation from Puerto Jiménez — as well as transport to all activities — is included, allowing you to fully arrive and let go.
The Golfo
Dulce
The Golfo Dulce, tucked away in southern Costa Rica, is one of freediving’s best-kept secrets.
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This tropical fjord offers exceptionally calm conditions year-round — glassy water like something out of a dream, no waves, minimal to no current, and over 50 meters of depth just a few hundred meters from shore. No boats, no long transits — simply paddle out and dive.
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Surrounded by pristine rainforest and rich marine life, the Golfo Dulce provides an ideal environment for peaceful diving in a setting that feels both wild and deeply supportive.
What's included
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8 days / 7 nights accommodation
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Daily freediving sessions with experienced guidance
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All necessary freediving equipment + photos/videos of the sessions
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Optional freediving certification
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Freediving theory and advanced practice for those seeking certification
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Daily yoga, breathwork, and meditation sessions
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Snorkeling sessions at a reef to spot wildlife *season dependent
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Sunrise/sunset paddleboarding session
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Jungle hike on the perimeters of the famous Corcovado National Park
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Chocolate tour at a local organic farm
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2-hour full body Thai massage
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Boat tour in the Golfo Dulce with a Marine Biologist (Including whale watching depending on season)
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Fruit and snacks throughout the retreat
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Local transportation from Puerto Jiménez and to all activities
Not included: Meals, flights, travel insurance
Who this
retreat
is for
This retreat is for people who want to:
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unwind and connect with their body in a truly meaningful way
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experience the silence and stillness of the ocean
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feel deeply present in nature
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calm and reset their nervous system
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explore freediving in a safe, supportive, non-ego-driven environment
You don’t need to be an athlete.
You don’t need prior freediving experience.
Just a willingness to slow down, breathe, and listen.
What you will leave with
People often leave feeling:
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calm and grounded
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clear and open
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more confident in the water
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reconnected to their breath and body
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trusting themselves more deeply
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alive, curious, and excited about learning something new
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inspired
Some changes are subtle.
Others stay with you long after you leave.
A note on pace
This retreat is intentionally small and is available privately, as a couple, or small group up to 4 people maximum.
There is no rush. No performance. No pressure.
Just space —
to breathe,
to descend,
and to remember what it feels like to be fully present.
***Retreats are held every month, all year long! Message us with your preferred dates to check availability and reserve your spot.***