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Pura Vida Spa, Costa Rica
Tucked away on the edge of a mountainside coffee field,
Pura Vida, Spanish for "pure life", is an exquisite, private
12-acre yoga and retreat center. An easy 20-minute drive from the
international airport, the lush tropical gardens, cozy sitting nooks
and spectacular views create a sanctuary for the soul.
Enjoy a
soak in the hot tub under the stars, lounging by
the crystal clear pool, watching the hummingbirds
dart around the feeders or an afternoon
siesta. Stroll through the garden paths bordered with hibiscus,
wild ginger, passion fruit, orchids, and 10-foot stalks of heliconia
with their dangling red and yellow lobster claws.
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Three gourmet vegetarian meals are served daily
in Pura Vida's dining
room which offers spectacular views of
coffee fields and volcanic mountains.

Meals are a tasty mix of vegetarian fare, grilled fish, and chicken
enlivened by Indian curries, beans-and-rice scrambles, abundant
fresh fruit, and local dishes such as tres leches, the delectable
Costa Rican version of bread pudding.
Spa Finder, 2001
Check out a sample
menu of the fabulous Pura Vida cuisine!
Costa Rica is
a jewel. As one of the most biologically diverse nations in the
world, it offers more beauty and adventure per acre than any other
country on earth. More than 25% of the nation's land is is dedicted
to help preserve the earth's biodiversity. Yet it is eminently safe
and accessible with a proud history as Central America's most stable
democracy. The country boasts one of the highest literacy rates
in the world!
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Climate
Warm sunny days
and cool breezy nights make this the perfect place to relax and
re-charge your batteries. The average year-round daily temperature
at Pura Vida is in the low 70's F. Night temperatures drop into
the high 50's F. Costa Rica's dry (and mosquito free!!) season is
between December and April, however we may experience an occasional
refreshing afternoon rain shower. current
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The Practice
Space
The
yoga rooms are perched on the side of the mountain surrounded by
vistas of the fertile Central Valley plateau and Costa Rica's volcanoes
- Irazu, Barva, and Poas.
All with hardwood floors, either open-air or glassed in, it feels
like you are doing yoga in the sky. Pura Vida's well-equipped studios
supply everything you will need for your yoga practice. more
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Accommodation
Included
in the package are the charming tent chalets for
two - complete with carpeting and electricity, where you fall asleep
at night listening to the sounds of the tropics and breathing fresh
mountain
air. A host of accomodation upgrades are available including A-frames,
the Pagoda, the Zendo, deluxe and super-deluxe suites. Each housing
option is unique, beautifully decorated, bright and airy. more
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Transportation
Ground transportation to and from Pura Vida from Juan Santamaria
International Airport is provided -- a quick, 20-minute trip up
the hill with ever-smiling Carlos. Learning a little Spanish before
your arrival is always appreciated. Start with, "Hola Carlos!
Como esta usted?"
Not Included
Optional
Eco-adventure Tours
Pura Vida
offers a wonderful selection of amazing eco-adventures tours to
help you experience the beauty of Costa Rica, including:
An exciting, full day white-water rafting
trip on the Rio Pacuare. The magnificent river, with Class
III-IV rapids, flows through spectacular canyons in virgin rainforest.
Or, for those
seeking a quieter, more nurturing experience, spend the day relaxing
at Punta Leona, a white sand beach on the Pacific
Coast.
La Paz
Waterfall Gardens - a paradise of natural beauty. Four
trails wind around five waterfalls and through a forest of fern
trees, into a huge butterfly observatory and hummingbird garden.
Feel your heart beat as you walk behind the plunging waters of the
Peace Waterfall with a dramatic 1400-meter drop.
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At 8,000 feet, Poas Volcano
is one of the world's deepest active bubbling and steaming volcanoes.
Peer over the rim then reach up to touch the clouds as they wisp
by.
A trip to Zoo Ave, a wildlife
rescue center for injured and confiscated wildlife. Zoo Ave has
the largest bird collection in Central America, with a goal of breeding
national species for reintroduction into the wild.
A shopping trip to Sarchi, a quaint
craft village and home of the famous ox cart.
Availability of eco-adventure tours may
vary according to weather.
Eco-tours are individually priced and
can be arranged upon arrival. The orientation meeting, run by the
friendly and experienced Pura Vida staff, will provide you with
all the details about the eco-tours.
We've personally done all of the eco-tours
and have loved each of them. The Tico guides are professional, knowledgeable
and simply a lot of fun to be with.
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Optional Spa Services
While at Pura
Vida you may wish to treat yourself to a variety of health and wellness
services including massage and cranio-sacral therapy, exotic spa
treatments such as "Cloud Forest Magic", "Costa Rican
Hot Stone Massage" and "Salt Glow", facials, manicures,
pedicures and individual yoga sessions. Services vary based on availability.
Appointments may be scheduled upon arrival.
Airfare
Airfare to San
Jose is not included. Great deals can be found if you book early
in the season. Check-out our Travel
Tips page for helpful hints!
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