Rest, Restore and Remember Who You Are

• The retreat price is bundled with the lodging and ranges from $3500 to $9700 depending on which dome, bungalow, or Balinese home or suite you choose. 
• Accommodations include 200-year-old homes from Bali, Jungle bungalows with bathtubs in Imiloa's unofficial sloth sanctuary, and sacred geodesic domes. Historically, Costa Rica has been the meeting place of tribes for thousands of years. It was a meeting point for the Incas and the Aztecs, and it is the perfect location for Imiloa as Costa Rica grows in popularity as a retreat destination.
• You can either pay online on this page or mail us a check. You have the option of paying in full or a nonrefundable deposit (the balance must be paid before January  5th, 2024, 90 days before the retreat). If you pay by check, we offer a 3% discount. Make check out for the published cost minus 3% to "Camp Kenyon" and mail to: John Vosler, 4187 Kenyon Ave, Los Angeles CA 90066.

• Flights to and from Costa Rica
• Travel Insurance
• Early arrival hotel and transportation not included.       
• Click here for the Hotel list. 

Packing List:

• Hat
• Organic sunscreen
• Organic mosquito repellent
• Reusable water bottle
• Closed toe shoes and flip flops
• Yoga attire/comfortable clothes
• Bathing suit
• Sunglasses
• Beach/yoga nidra/hiking/fitness wear

Yes, proof of travel insurance is required. We recommend Global Rescue travel insurance and we suggest choosing the option "Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR)". Call or email Global Rescue and tell them you’re traveling with John Vosler for the best rate.

Important: You have 20 days after your initial payment for the retreat to enroll in Global Rescue’s “CFAR” policy, which offers the highest level of trip protection. After that, this option is no longer available. 

Email Global Rescue and include in the subject line: “I’m with John Vosler.”

Costa Rica Entry Requirements are subject to change. We encourage you to check this link for updated info: Entry Requirements. The Global Rescue coverage mentioned above complies with our travel insurance requirement.

When you arrive at San Jose airport you will be asked to fill out a form and provide the address where you are staying. If Imiloa is your first destination in Costa Rica please provide the following address:

Imiloa Institute
Puntarenas Province,
Savegre de Aguirre,
60602, Costa Rica

What we need from you before your arrival:

Please fill out your personal information as well as your travel details in this form:

Participant Information Form

Arrival to Costa Rica and Imiloa:

Arrival date: The charter flight will depart in the morning of March 25th, at 9:15 am from the domestic terminal, which means you will need to be at the domestic terminal no later than 8:45 am for check-in. Our arrival to Imiloa is approx. at 11-11:30am. If you arrive to San Jose airport the same day as your retreat begins please arrive by 7:00 am or earlier.

If you arrive the day before here are a few hotel options and some are also listed below or review our list here: https://imiloainstitute.com/welcome/#hotels

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out! You can also email the concierge team at 

[email protected]

if you have any questions for the Imiloa team about your arrival or departure travel please contact them by March 24th by noon.

Please book your international flight to San Jose International Airport (Airport code; SJO).

On arrival day March 25th, we recommend that your flight land at the international airport no later than 7:00 am local Costa Rica time. This is because you must be at the domestic terminal by 8:45 am. Be prepared for immigration lines that may take as long as 2.5 hours to get through. The local charter flight will depart from the domestic terminal at SJO. It is a 5-10 minute walk from the international terminal to the domestic terminal at SJO. The local charter flight will leave at 9:15 am local time.

Imiloa privately charters flights from SJO to our landing strip near Imiloa to cut the travel time from 4 hours in the car to 20 minutes by plane. It’s a wonderful way to arrive.

Please note:

If you cannot arrive at the international terminal by 7 am, please book your travel to arrive a day or two before the start of the retreat.

If you arrive at the domestic terminal in SJO after 7:00 am, you will not arrive in time to travel on the charter flight. We can still assist with your transport, but you will be responsible for your own transportation to Imiloa as well as any cost incurred.

If you choose not to utilize the method of transportation provided for your retreat to/from Imiloa, you are responsible for the cost of alternate/ground transportation. For example, if you choose not to fly on a charter plane, you will be responsible for the cost of your ground transportation.

If you are staying extra nights before/after your stay at Imiloa we recommend the following hotels:

Hilton Garden Inn La Sabana

Located 25-30 mins from SJO airport, walking distance to the La Sabana park, National Stadium, and nearby restaurants. This hotel is a good choice if you would like to explore a bit of San Jose and city surroundings, just be mindful of travel time and transportation options to/from SJO airport.

Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

An upscale Marriott hotel, located approximately 10 min from SJO airport. We recommend this hotel if you prefer to have a nice property experience and want to be close to the airport.

Hampton Inn Airport Hotel

For a more economical option you may stay at the Hampton Inn located right across the street from the airport. They have a free shuttle between the airport and the hotel included in your stay.

Transportation:

We recommend using the official orange airport taxis, (red taxis with an orange triangle) which can be found right outside the airport when you exit the terminal.

Alternatively, you can contact us to inquire about availability here at Imiloa for the day/days prior to the retreat. Standard rates will apply and would be in addition to your retreat price.

Departure from Imiloa:

Departure date: March 30th, 2024

You will depart Imiloa at 9:00am and arrive at the landing strip at 9:30am, with an estimated arrival to SJO airport at 10:30am.

The domestic terminal is a 5-10 minute walk to the international terminal at SJO.

Typically, it is suggested to be at the international terminal 2.5 hours prior to your international departure. Please book your departing international flight accordingly, knowing that you will be at the airport at 10:30am on departure day.

If you book your flight earlier than this, you will be responsible for your own transportation to SJO airport (airport taxis are $285 one way, and taxis from Imiloa to Quepos landing strip are $115 one way).

More info about Imiloa

Imiloa Institute is located in the Savegre Mountains, just 3KM from Dominical (worldwide famous for surf) and 30KM from Quepos (medical facilities, airport, great dining if you’re coming before or after the event).

Imiloa is 2,000 feet above sea level, so it is much cooler than the beach and has fewer bugs. The average temperature is 85°F (27-33°C) during the day and 65-75°F (17-24°C) at night.

Imiloa is a credit/debit card ONLY campus. We are 100% cashless except for (optional) tips should you choose to leave them.

Wifi is available in all rooms and most social areas. We don’t have Wifi in the Heart of Imiloa, where you’ll enjoy relaxing, connecting with others and nourishing yourself.

Imiloa provides yoga mats, blocks, cushions and blankets for your use.

Imiloa has laundry services on site. All services must be paid in advance by credit or debit card. $25 per load.

Imiloa is a cigarette, drug, and alcohol-free campus.

Quiet hours are 10:00pm to 7:00am.

Imiloa’s core values around eco-awareness are important to us and those that call Imiloa home (i.e. those other than our human friends). Therefore:

Please be mindful of water usage (Imiloa is on a thrice-filtered well and water flows from the mountain!).

Please throw toilet paper in the wastebasket.

Please turn off lights and conserve electricity when you’re out enjoying the campus.

If you don’t have/forgot your organic shampoo and other products, Imiloa will happily provide them.

Have more questions? Please check Imiloa's FAQ page.

Cancellation Policy: Due to the complexity of planning an international Yoga Nidra retreat, refunds are only available as set forth here: 

1. If Participant wishes to cancel their participation in the Retreat, they must notify Instructor by email to [email protected]. Cancellation shall take effect on the day Instructor receives the required email from Participant. 
2. The Reservation Deposit is non-refundable. 
3. If proper cancellation notice is received by Instructor more than 90 days prior to the start of the Retreat, 100% of any payments made by Participant will be refunded to Participant, less the Reservation Deposit. 
4. If proper cancellation notice is received by Instructor between 90 days and 61 days prior to the start of the Retreat, 50% of any payments made by Participant will be refunded to Participant, less the Reservation Deposit. 
5. If cancellation notice is received by Instructor 60 days or less prior to the start of the Retreat, there shall be no refund. 
6. There shall be no refund if Participant attends the Retreat, but leaves early, for any reason. 
7. Deposits or any payments made by Participant are not transferable to another applicant for or participant in the Retreat, for any reason. 
8. Any refunds due to Participant per this Agreement will be made in USD by check to Participant within 30 days of receiving proper cancellation notice. Cashing of the check by Participant shall constitute full settlement between Instructor and Participant.  

By paying or placing your deposit for payment you agree to these terms.

Please buy trip insurance as we are not able to provide refunds. 

It is the jungle. So plan for moisture, rain and sun!

Yes, you will have time to relax and take in the surroundings, reflect and interact with others. 

It is up to you. If you create content via video or audio you may want your computer there.

Email John Vosler at [email protected] with questions or to arrange a time for a call. Or reach out directly to Imiloa Insitute at [email protected]