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Costa Rica Horse Connection Retreat: Liberty Riding, Yoga & Nature

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7 Days
Availability : Year-round
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
  • TOUR TYPEScheduled upon request
  • SKILL LEVELSuitable for all skill levels
  • GALLOPING POSSIBILITIESAvailable
Tour Details

This journey is about learning the language of horses — without force, without bits and without pressure.

Through liberty work, bitless riding, and mindful groundwork, you’ll discover a way of being with horses that is intuitive, respectful, and deeply connected. Each day invites you into a quiet dialogue — where movement begins with listening and trust replaces control.

Set in Costa Rica’s lush Cartago Province, you’ll work with a free-roaming herd on open mountain pastures, guided by trainers who prioritize emotional and physical well-being. Yoga, herbal tea circles, hot springs, and jungle hikes deepen the retreat’s rhythm of balance and presence.

This is more than a riding holiday — it’s a return to what’s real, in the horse and in yourself.


Highlights
  • Liberty & Bitless Riding – Move with horses using only body language, energy, and mutual trust.
  • A Natural Herd – Horses living as they should: freely, together, on open pasture.
  • Yoga & Horsemanship – Daily practice to enhance balance, body awareness, and connection.
  • Immersive Nature – Tropical farm walks, jungle hikes, and natural hot springs.
  • Small, Supportive Groups – Individual attention and space to grow at your own pace.

Who It’s For
  • Beginners seeking a gentle, welcoming introduction to horses.
  • Experienced riders wanting a deeper, more mindful connection.
  • Horse owners ready to shift from control to true partnership.
  • Animal lovers & empaths who value intuitive, respectful communication.
  • Personal growth seekers open to gaining confidence, presence, and awareness.

If you want to understand horses — not just ride them — this retreat is for you.

Destination

 Costa Rica, Cartago Province

Accommodation

A rustic yet comfortable ranch environment nestled in lush greenery with birds, butterflies, and beautiful views. All rooms come with:

  • High-quality mattresses
  • Fans
  • Hot water
  • Privacy
  • No A/C needed due to pleasant climate
  • Options for private, semi-private, and shared rooms

Guesthouses

Casa Perla
  • 2 Bedrooms

    • One with a king-size bed
    • One with a built-in loft with 4 single beds (offers privacy for each bed)
  • 1 Bathroom with shower
  • 2 Porches
  • Open kitchen and living area
  • Washing machine access
  • Sustainable features: rainwater toilet flush, bamboo porch, recycled bottle walls
  • Windows: screened, large and bright, surrounded by hummingbirds and butterflies
Casa India
  • Octagonal building with 3 bedrooms
  • 3 ensuite bathrooms (one per bedroom)
  • Each room has an individual entrance
  • 2 rooms have a built-in loft for extra privacy and space
    • Loft sharing = comfortable semi-private option
  • Shared kitchen and living area for all three rooms
  • Includes a horse library and DVD area
  • All showers have hot water
Retreat Sample Schedule (might be due to changes)

Day 1

3pm: Farm Tour
We take you on a walk through our tropical mountain farm and you will learn about eatable and medicinal plants we grow here.
4.30pm: Tea Circle
Pick a leave from our medicinal garden to prepare your herbal tea. We will sit together to meet and set goals, discuss wishes for the retreat.
6:30 pm: Dinner

Day 2

6.15 am. Herbal Tea
6:30 am: Yoga 
8 am: breakfast
9 am: Theory Lesson
What is Natural Horsemanship?
10 am: Horse Connection Lesson
Ground Work: All students will be paired up with a horse/pony and we learn   the basic principles on how to communicate with our horses using body language
12 am: lunch
3 pm: Awareness Trail Ride
We ride out, practicing presence with our horses and discover the stunning views of  the area.
6:30: Dinner

Day 3

6.15 am. Herbal Tea
6:30 am: Yoga
8 am: breakfast
9 am: Horse Connection Lesson
Ground Work: Learn how to move with your horse using body language and energy
11 am: lunch
12 pm: Orosi Hot Springs
We take a car ride down passing the beautiful lake of Cachi to the volcanic thermal springs of Orosi. The installations also host a coffeetour included. 
6 pm: dinner

Day 4

6.15 am. Herbal Tea
6:30 am: Yoga 
8 am: breakfast
9 am: Bitless Riding Lesson
Riding Lesson: Riding with one rope. Mounting with mounting block, move your horse using energy and body language from the saddle
12 am: lunch
2 pm: Theory Lesson
Learn about the different characters of the horses and how to adjust your leadership strategies
3 pm: Horse Connection Liberty Class
We join the herd in their pasture and become part of the group.  

6 pm: dinner

Day 5

6.15 am. Herbal Tea
6:30 am: Yoga 
8 am: breakfast
9 am: Bitless Riding Lesson
Riding Lesson: Balanced seat, smooth transitions with seat aids
12 am: lunch
2 pm: Liberty Workshop
Theory: understanding the different tool and methods 
Ground work: Liberty one on one lesson
6:30 pm: Dinner

Day 6

6.15 am. Herbal Tea
6:30 am: Yoga 
8 am: breakfast
9 am: Bitless Riding Lesson
Riding: neckring riding (for advanced riders), obstacle riding for beginners and intermediate
12 am: lunch
2 pm: Visit of local farmers market 
6:30 pm: Dinner

Day 7

8 am: breakfast

9 am: Departure 

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PRICING
  • $1800 USD shared room without yoga
  • $2100 USD shared room with yoga
  • $2700 USD private room with yoga
  • $4490 USD private room for two (couples/friends) with yoga

Price Includes

  • Accommodation (shared/private options)
  • Full board with fresh, local meals
  • 5 horsemanship sessions: groundwork, liberty, bitless riding
  • Yoga sessions (optional)
  • Trail ride, farm tour, jungle hike, hot springs visit
  • Airport transfers
  • Herbal tea circles, theory lessons, and more
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