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About this trip
Join me for Yoga Retreat to Yelapa Mexico! Register by March 1st to receive a $200 early bird discount!
A double occupancy booking is $1900 before March 1st!
A single occupancy booking is $2200 before March first!
after March first double goes up to $2100 and a single goes up to $2400.
Partial scholarships available with request.
This is both a yoga experience and a cultural adventure.
Enjoy a summer getaway with yoga, meditation, mindfulness, rest, renewal, play time, nature, community, camaraderie, and delicious food in this authentic Mexican village south of Puerto Vallarta.- just a water taxi away from Puerto Vallarta! Pura Vida, a beautiful hillside, jungle, retreat center overlooking the ocean. Practice yoga everyday! Awaken to Awe. It truly is a one of a kind experience.
June/July is the beginning of green/rainy season in Yelapa but that doesn’t mean it rains all the time! There is still lots of sunshine! It typically does not rain every day and usually shows up in the afternoon/ evenings with the morning and day clear. Last year the rain was part of the beauty and adventure! A tropical rain with jungle and ocean vibes! Watch lightning over ocean from our beau rooms was pretty incredible! The jungle comes to life in the green season! Some of my favorite things from our last summer yelapa trip were all the humming birds migrating through! The ocean is around 80-83 degrees and very calm in June. It’s amazing for swimming, paddle boarding/kayaking, and snorkeling! It’s also mango and avocado season! Mangos just falling off the trees around the yoga platform! Fire flies were out at night and the sounds of the jungle were incredible! Also it is a time to be in Yelapa and Puerto Vallarta when tourism is low, you avoid crowds of tourists and the village has such an authentic feel.
Pura Vida is a non-denominational, spiritual, health-focused wellness retreat center in a tropical paradise called Yelapa in Mexico. Our beautiful accommodations are in a jungle setting right by the ocean, for those seeking connection with nature, community, and your own heart. The retreat center offers amazing healthy food, a gorgeous beachfront infinity pool, watsu hot tub, and ocean views galore. There are enclosed air conditioned room options and open air rooms. Almost all the rooms have an ocean view. Two rooms have jungle views. Ocean views, and rooms with air conditioning are first come first serve. The retreat center is unique and beautiful, with lots of stairs (131 to be exact!)!
Pura Vida also offers massage, watsu massage , and facials. These services are extra.
The staff are gracious and friendly.
Pura Vida Wellness Retreat center is quarter mile, 5 minute walk to Playa Isabelle, a beautiful beach where you can swim, snorkel, or bask in the sun. It's a 10 or 15 minute (almost a mile) walk to the village, and the main Yelapa beach.
Cancellation Policy-
Unfortunately there are no refunds. However if there is a waitlist for this retreat and we can fill your space you will receive a full refund minus an $200 admin fee.
*We strongly suggest trip insurance for unforeseen circumstances! If you need to cancel last minute to to illness or another emergency trip insurance can cover your travel and lodging expenses. Check policies for Covid coverage.
The Village of Yelapa
Magical Yelapa!
Yelapa is a village that is owned and managed by its indigenous people, which makes it very special. Yelapa may not actually be an island, but you do have to get here by boat. The local community has refused to permit roads into town and are active in preserving their way of life. In doing so, they have managed to create an oasis truly unlike any other. It’s quaint, and charming, and real. With pristine beaches, spectacular views, mouth-watering food, and a flare for adventure, Yelapa will transform your vacationing/retreat experience. February in Yelapa is during the dry season. Temps average upper 70s to lower 80's during the day and cool off to lower 70's at night. It is also Humpback Whale season! The whales come into the bay to have their babies and are often seen spouting, splashing and breaching!
Yelapa, takes people back in time enhancing the feeling of “getting away from it all” and invites participants to remember the simple life. Pura Vida Retreat Center offers a sacred space deeply connected to nature for yogi’s to enjoy. Enjoy beautiful views of the ocean from the venue each day. Please visit https://www.puravidaecoretreat.com/ to see more information and photos of your beautiful retreat center.
Nestled in the southernmost cove of the world's 7th ppl
largest bay, lies the peaceful village of Yelapa, Jalisco, Mexico. Yelapa's tranquillity is ideal for a laid-back vacation. The beach is covered in golden sand, and is a superb place to swim or parasail. Or simply relax in one of the numerous beach chairs, or hammocks and soak up the sun.
Tentative Schedule
SATURDAY Night Welcome Dinner Puerto Vallarta- We meet at Fajita Republic at 6pm for a a brief check in, orientation, and a delicious meal. We will review the logistics for meeting the next morning to take the water taxi. This dinner is included in your retreat package and kicks off your retreat!
SUNDAY -Transitioning From Hotel to Boat: Please arrive on time!
We will meet at Dee’s Bakery by the pier at 9:00 am and start boarding the boat at approximately 9:45 am. There is time for great coffee and fabulous muffins at Dee’s.
Boat to Yelapa:
The boat will take about 50 minutes to reach Yelapa from PV.
If you need to arrive later than the group or leave earlier than the group, you will need to pay for your boat taxi ticket. Our group private boat is included in the price of your retreat.
Our Arrival in Yelapa:
The water taxi takes us to the pier in the center of the village. Water taxi goes on to drop off the luggage which will be transported to your lodging at Pura Vida.
We will be met by our guide on the village pier for a tour of the village. There will be plenty of time for lunch, yoga, and settling in that afternoon.
Tentative schedule, subject to change
Sunday:
11-12am: Arrive in Yelapa & Tour
12:30pm: Lunch at Pura Vida
3-5:30pm: Welcome Yoga Class
6:30pm: Dinner at Pura Vida
Monday:
8am: Breakfast
9-11:45am: Yoga
12pm: Lunch at Pura Vida
5-6pm: Gentle Yoga/Yoga Nidra
6:30pm: Dinner in village at local restaurant
Tuesday :
8am: Breakfast
Boat Trip Option –no yoga if you take boat trip
9-11:45am: Yoga
12 pm: Lunch at Pura Vida
5-6 pm: Gentle Yoga/Yoga Nidra
6:30pm: group dinner in the main playa
Wednesday
8am: Breakfast
9-11:45am: Yoga
12-5 pm: Lunch in Village/Free Time
5-6pm: Gentle Yoga/Yoga Nidra
6:30pm: Dinner at Pura Vida
Thursday:
8am: Breakfast
9-11:00am: Yoga
11:30-4pm: Waterfall Hike packed lunch, Meet at Pool 11:30, Bring Pesos
FREE AFTERNOON
6:30 pm Dinner out on your own/with yoga friends
Friday:
8am: Breakfast
9-11:45am: Yoga
12pm: Lunch in Village/Free Time
4:45-6pm: Gentle Yoga/Yoga Nidra
6:30pm: Dinner at Pura Vida
Saturday
7:30am: Breakfast- pack before breakfast, suitcase ready
Meet @ 8:45 am at pool for 9 am Boat To PV
Note: Saturday in PV offers a wonderful Farmer’s Market/Craft Fair. We can store our luggage in PV so there is time to explore. We recommend later flights (after 2pm) so you can enjoy this wonderful market and have enough time to comfortably get to the airport or your next destination.
What’s included
- 6 nights lodging6 nights lodging Pura Vida is our home for the week. It is located right on the beach in a jungle setting. Most rooms are open air with ocean views. All rooms have comfortable beds/private bathroo
- Most mealsDelicious healthy meals every day, two lunches on your own
- Daily Yoga/meditation
- Waterfall hike/picnicA guide will lead us through the back country of Yelapa to a waterfall,. time for swimming and enjoying a packed lunch Hike is of moderate difficulty. For a feeMules and ATVs can be available as well
- Water taxiYour round trip Water Taxi ride to and from Yelapa is included
- Luggage serviceYour luggage will be taken care of and taken to your room at Pura Vida in Yelapa from where we meet to go to the the pier in Puerto Vallarta
- Guided tour of Yelapa
What’s not included
- Airfare
- Taxi from airportThe cost for your taxi service is not included, however we do have someone to meet you when you arrive and help you get a taxi if you'd like this support.
- TipsTips for staff and other services like water taxi. A $50 tip for pura vida staff is recommended for the 6 night stay
- First night stay in PVWe will provide options for booking your stay in Puerto Vallarta. Please try to stay by Los Arcos Pier
- Extra excursionsThere are extra excursions offered like snorkeling, whale watching, etc. These are paid for separately
- Massage and spaThere are amazing massage and Watsu therapists at Pura Vida!
- 2 lunches2 lunches are on your own to explore the village local restaurants and beach restaurants
Available Packages
Save $200 before March 1st! After March 1st the prices ce for a double will be $2100.
The double occupancy rooms are shared by two people. They are lovely and unique with two comfortable double beds. Beds have bug nets.
There are 3 enclosed double rooms with air conditioning, the rest are open air rooms with fans. The ocean views are incredible! There are a couple jungle view rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms and showers. Air conditioned rooms and ocean views are first come first serve.
Save $200 before March 1st! After March first single rooms will be $2400 .
Single occupancy rooms have one comfy double bed with a bug net. They all have incredible ocean views, a private bath and shower. There are enclosed air conditioned and open air conditioners . Air conditioning for first come first serve.
Available for BIPOC, LGTBQ+, and anyone who a discount will help make this trip possible! No need to apply. On the honor system. Please use if it is really helpful! Please have a travel partner to book as a double. The cost is per person.
These rooms have two double beds, big nets ocean views, a couple jungle view rooms. Mostly open air but enclosed rooms with air con are available! Air conditioning and ocean views are first come first serve.
Available for BIPOC, LGTBQ+, and anyone who a discount will help make this trip possible! No need to apply. On the honor system. Please use if it is really helpful! The cost is per person.
open air and air conditioned rooms available. First come first serve for ocean views and air conditioning.