An Afro-Costa Rica Retreat

Limón Province, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica

NB
11 reviews
Jun 6 - 11, 2024
Group size: 12 - 34
An Afro-Costa Rica Retreat
Limón Province, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica

11 reviews

Jun 6 - 11, 2024
Group size: 12 - 34

About this trip

Retreat to Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, the heart of Afro-Caribbean culture, for the perfect retreat in the town of Puerto Viejo. It will be the perfect combination of beach time, nature immersions, relaxation, and culturally rooted experiences.  


The City

We will fly into the capital city of San Jose and stay for 1 night.  San Jose is the largest city in the country and considered one of the most cosmopolitan places in Latin America. It's location in the Central Valley makes for a perfect hub to venture out and visit the rest of stunning countryside, beaches and mountains. Here you'll discover great restaurants, historical neighborhoods, and open markets.


The Coast

On day 2, we'll make a scenic drive 4.5 hours to Puerto Viejo, Limon, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. With its laid back attitude and Caribbean lifestyle, Puerto Viejo has it all: long walks on the pristine beaches, exotic flora and fauna in a wildlife refuge, snorkeling or diving among the many reefs in crystal clear waters, world-class surfing, mountain biking, kayaking and cultural visits to indigenous communities. 


The Comforts

San Jose - Gran Hotel Costa Rica Curio

The Gran Hotel Costa Rica is a historical icon located in the city of San Jose , declared a historical and architectural monument in Costa Rica. The Gran Hotel Costa Rica is a sophisticated property with modern technology and furniture.


Puerto Viejo - Le Caméléon Boutique Hotel 

This luxurious boutique hotel is the best beachfront hotel in Puerto Viejo, nestled on the pristine shores Playa Cocles Beach and the unparalleled beauty of lush tropical gardens. Cocles Beach with its beautiful golden sand is walking distance from the hotel. 


The Culture

African heritage is alive and well in Costa Rica. Gain a deeper awareness of the country’s Afro-Caribbean diaspora on this culturally immersive tour highlighting the coastal Afro-Costa Rican town of Puerto Viejo.


What’s included

  • Hotel Accomodations
  • Transportation
    Airport transfers and transportation for all listed activities.
  • Arrival Meet & Greet
  • Activities in Itinerary
  • Meals in itinerary

What’s not included

  • Flight
  • Travel Insurance
  • Passport fees
  • Meals not listed
  • Personal Items
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities

Available Packages

Double Occupancy Room

Packages priced per person.

Roommate matching assistance is available.

Final payment due by April 7, 2024.

Payment plan is customizable. 

$3,299
Deposit:$1,000
Single Occupancy Room

 Final payment due by April 7, 2024. 

 Payment plan is customizable.  

$3,899
Deposit:$450

Available options

Flight
$898
Deposit: $0


Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome!

Arrival to Costa Rica, Juan Santamaria Airport. You will be met and transferred from the Airport to the Gran Hotel in San Jose.  On this evening, we'll experience San Jose’s art, and culture with a city walking tour. We’ll stroll the local market and appreciate for San Jose’s historical neighborhood. We’ll finish the evening with a 3-course welcome dinner at a favorite local restaurant that specializes in wine and gourmet food. 

Dinner included.

Your Organizer


NB
Nashville Black Wellness Collective
11 reviews
We provide curated wellness trips for wellness-minded Black travelers.

Reviews

I enjoyed the trip. Great experience. Would do it again.
By Nancy B for An Afro-Costa Rica Retreat on Jun 20, 2024
Wonderful trip! This is my 2nd international trip with NBWC and I, again, was delighted with the carefully curated, cultural experiences and fun, family-like vibe. Also, the accommodations were top-notch.
By Elaine B for Nashville Black Wellness Detailed Itinerary - Insider's Puerto Viejo on Jun 19, 2024
We had a great time with a well planned and executed agenda. We saw the city, beach, and rural areas including the most prominent tourist sites! The tour guides were welcoming, pleasant, and knowledgeable. Great trip!! I’d do it all over again!
By Angela G H for A Homecoming in Ghana on Oct 24, 2023
Wonderful. Kim and Claude did a great job in planning and organizing the trip. Everything was well thought out, enjoyable, and worthwhile. My most enjoyable moment was the the people. The people of Ghana are great. They were very welcoming, polite, and overjoyed to see everyone. I felt at home and in a good place. The city tour was educational and enlightening. Touring the dungeons was heartbreaking but it was great to hear the true story and history about what happened. The canopy walk was thrilling. And our tour guides Francis and Emmanuel were top notch. They went above and beyond in making our visit exceptional. And lets not forget the number 1 Bus Driver extraordinaire! My goodness, that man can drive a camel through a needle with room to spare. LOL He was something else.
By LaTamera W for A Homecoming in Ghana on Oct 23, 2023
This trip was life changing for me. Being able to see, talk to, and interact with the People of Zimbabwe and Capetown was amazing. I cannot find any “one” adjective that would adequately describe this Journey. It was magnificent. Our stay in Capetown was wonderful, we had 5 Star accommodations and the staff was very attentive. Our stay in Zimbabwe…..OMG! Simply beautiful. Again we had 5 Star Accommodations. Our Tour Guides were exceptional. I cannot sing the praises of this Journey enough!! Magnificent, Life-changing, Humbling and grateful. I miss Africa already and do plan on a return trip.
By Pamela L for South Africa + Zimbabwe Adventure on May 07, 2023
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