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The Venue
Samasati
Nature Retreat
Caribbean Coast · Costa Rica
Nestled on the mountain within the Caribbean coast — a place of extraordinary natural beauty and deep healing vibration.
THE NAME
Samasati
Samasati is a Pali term drawn from the seventh limb of the Buddha's eightfold path. It translates as right mindfulness — a quality of presence, awareness and attention that underpins everything we do here.
About the venue
Nestled on the
mountain
Samasati nestled on the mountain within the Caribbean coast in Costa Rica, and offers beautiful natural grounds, including a waterfall, and facilities of pool, jacuzzi, individual treatments and simple casitas with incredible views of the jungle and the sea.
This training will allow you not only deepen your knowledge of yoga, but also allows you to be immersed in nature and absorb the healing vibration of the trees, wildlife, colour and ocean in this special corner of the world.
Supported within the exceptional grounds of Samasati, the venue is laced with a rich history that honours the ancient traditions of yoga and the importance of retreat in the process of personal transformation.
THE MISION
Reconnect the world by healing one soul at a time.
VISION
A world where everyone is resilient and well-adjusted; be a vessel of love; able to cultivate harmony and thrive regardless of the challenges of life.
"We made ecological promises to the land that we are privileged to occupy and adhere to that spirit to this day."
Sustainability
Built with the land,
not against it
Two different types of woods have been used in the creation of Samasati: the first type, called "Green Wood", was obtained with the permit of the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) from trees that have fallen naturally over the years around the property and that were cut to size "in situ" and pulled to the building sites with Oxen. There was no impacting the forest with power vehicles or roads.
The style of construction follows the Afro Caribbean Sustainable Architecture, which is building for maximization of ventilation, isolation from heat, protection from humid climate, enhancement of the natural elements of the rainforest such as view, sounds, and breeze.
Since 1996, 80% of the entire property has been legally declared as a Private Biological Reserve. Absolutely no exotic species of fauna or flora have been introduced into the rainforest to avoid alterations to the ecosystem.
Samasati, use only biological products for cleaning and personal hygiene, and use only chemical free vegetables and fruits for our cooking. The compost is made from organic waste and use the remaining organic trash as food for an animal farm next to us.
A Rainforest Biological Reserve
250 acres of
living jungle
With a dense Rainforest jungle in a mountain as a backdrop, Samasati built Costa Rica's first Eco Retreat twenty years ago. The retreat was built with simple tools wielded by bare hands with the goal of minimal impact on the environment and eco system.
Land and trees were not cleared, instead structures were positioned so they would blend with the surroundings. Rainwater was chosen as the primary water source. It is captured, filtered and used throughout the property.
Samasati are guardians of a Biological Reserve that comprises over 250 acres of primary and secondary Rainforest making it one of the largest in the area. It is home to a rich and diverse variety of vegetation, flora and fauna.
WILDLIFE
Home to an
extraordinary ecosystem
Some examples of the wildlife at Samasati are sloths, monkeys, frogs, snakes, spiders, anteaters, butterflies, bats, kinkajous, margays, ocelots, and even some that are under threat of extinction. In addition, there are well over 200 species of birds on the Samasati property.
Where you'll stay
Three accommodation options
For this training, there are three accommodation options — each offering private rooms for sleeping with incredible views of the jungle and the sea.
Private Casita
Your own private casita with a balcony and incredible views of the jungle and the Caribbean sea. The most immersive way to experience Samasati
Shared Casita
A beautiful casita nestled in the rainforest, shared with one other student. Waking up to the sounds of the jungle and the sea.
Private Dorm
A private room within a shared space — simple, beautiful and deeply restful. The most accessible option for the training.
All accommodations have fans and screened ventilation allowing for fresh air and Caribbean breezes. Also there are no TVs in the rooms so the sounds, sights and magic of the Rainforest immersion is pure.
FACILITIES
Everything you
need to restore
Samasati offers beautiful natural grounds and a full range of facilities to support your immersion and integration throughout the 30 days.
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Swimming pool with ocean views
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Jacuzzi
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Individual treatments
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Thai massage
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Natural waterfall on the reserve
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Locally grown, chemical free food
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Daily transport for off-site students
OUR VALUES
Rooted in community,
land and people
Samasati strive to live in harmony with nature while giving back to the ecosystems around them. The venue supports the local community that has lived in the area for many centuries.
Samasati have borrowed the recipes of the local folk using locally grown ingredients and refined them, helping you experience the joys of tasty, wholesome food that is unique to the region.
Samasati employ and train people from the area, be it the naturalist who guides you through the wilderness or the therapist who rejuvenates your mind and body. Most of the staff are from the region. So, not only do they know the land and the culture intimately, they are deeply concerned about preserving them.
