Jungle Bliss: Yoga, Waterfalls, and Blue Clay Experience w/Lunch

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6 hours

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This is your magical one day retreat on vacation! A day of wellness combining yoga, waterfalls, blue clay experience and a unique cultural lunch in a local woman's home. This an opportunity to visit an area that is close to Manuel Antonio but feels so far away. This excursion is off the beaten path and the intention is to experience the rainforest without the hustle and bustle or crowds you can get elsewhere. We are committed to supporting the locals who have maintained a simple lifestyle in the countryside by sharing meals in their homes. Chorro Ecolodge is a family run place that makes you feel at ease and at peace in nature. It has a stunning rancho with a yoga platform overlooking the Naranjo River and you can take a plunge in the waterfall while listening to Toucans and observing the blue morpho butterflies!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

We will pick you up from your hotel or villa and transport you about 30 minutes into the mountains just outside of Manuel Antonio. Upon arrival to the privately owned Chorro Ecolodge, you will have a private yoga class on an elevated platform in the rainforest overlooking the Naranjo River. The sounds of the birds and forest creatures and the flowing river will ease you into a relaxed and peaceful place. After yoga, have some juicy fresh fruit and then cool off in the refreshing waterfall at Chorro Lodge where we'll supply VIDA blue clay for your own "avatar" moment of healing and therapeutic relief. Then head to our neighbor and dear friend's house where Doña Luz will prepare some delicious Costa Rican fare. She loves company and is happy to teach you how to make her scrumptious corn tortillas!

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Jungle Yoga, Rainforest Hike, Waterfall and Cultural Lunch in local home.

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Reviews

5.00

40 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Yoga bliss, blue clay, waterfall and local authentic homemade lunch with Dona Luz.
172SteveS172,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic experience, Cara and Alberto were great hosts. The atmosphere was so relaxing, Yoga set the tone(I am a beginner), fresh fruit after, then blue clay and washed off via a refreshing waterfall. Then a local lunch with Dona Luz(unbelievable and we made the tortillas). I would highly recommend this activity to the entire Family, even my 11 yr old granddaughter enjoyed it.
An absolute MUST!
Joey A,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is, in my humble opinion, one of the most amazing adventures I have ever experienced. I was wanting something “zen” like but also fun and included the jungle and waterfalls. Well, I was lucky enough to run across this “Jungle Bliss” adventures. Omg! I am so fortunate and consider myself blessed to have done so. From the beginning to the end I was in awe. Alberto is one of the most gracious, courteous, friendly, down-to-earth humans I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He was on time for pick-up, engaging and communicative the entire ride up. He pointed out points of interest and explained local culture while we made our way to a little slice of heaven. You can hear the river flowing as soon as you exit the vehicle, as you approach the “main” area you’re greeted with an amazing view of the river and a very cozy sitting area. Andy was our yoga instructor and, once again, so fortunate to meet her. She listened to us and knew what we needed during our yoga session. She worked us hard but good. I’ve never had a yoga class that allowed us to be in nature, listening to a roaring river and all of the birds. It was a blissful experience. After yoga, Alberto had prepared a little snack. We just sat around and chatted for a while. Then we headed on down to the waterfall. It may not me the biggest waterfall but the setting made it even more breathtaking. We put our clay masks on, basked in the sun, and then took a dip in the little pool. I never knew that standing under a waterfall could be such a magical experience but it was. After that, the magic continued as we made out way to the house of an amazing woman that opened her home to us. We made fresh corn tortillas and then enjoyed a fabulous meal that she had prepared for us. Do you want to talk about authentic Costa Rican cuisine, this is it! Absolutely fabulous! We continued conversing with Alberto and just having a good old time. We were even able to get eggs from the chicken coop. After lunch, we were taking back to our hotel and said farewell to Alberto. I never knew that I could have such an experience, and I am so very grateful for Alberto. I consider this one of the best and literally life-changing experiences I’ve ever had. This is a must do! Especially if you’re looking for a little jungle bliss.
Bucket list experience
Ann B,,Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What an incredible experience! We loved doing yoga in the jungle in a beautiful studio. Cara was great! She tailored the class to our needs and had a calming and cheerful energy. Alberto was amazing! He took us to the waterfalls and helped with the clay masks which was so fun and unique. We swam and hung out, then had a delicious lunch at a locals house. It was such an authentic experience. we felt so comfortable and relaxed the whole time. No pressure with schedules. Overall such an amazing time!
Authentic Costa Rican Experience
kcracas,,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The entire experience was great! The yoga session was so relaxing with the rain forest sounds and river surrounding us. The walk down/up to/from the waterfall might be tricky for some (steep, rock path and steps) but you are rewarded with the beautiful little waterfall and use of the blue clay. Fun! Dona Luz welcomed us into her home and helped us make tortillas. The luncheon was delicious-a real authentic Costa Rican meal. Driver Alberto was wonderful and knowledgeable about the area. He even stopped at a few shops for us on our return trip. Thank you for a wonderful day!
I did the (Hiking, Chocolate & Yoga)
cyncostarica,,Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I did the (Hiking, Chocolate & Yoga) in different times, I would like to say that every experience has a different kind of magic, at least it was for me. Hiking in the forest with the guide Alberto was so cool and calming, he has a beautiful energy, he is kind heart person, so knowledgeable of every detail during the tour, always able to help you and taking care of you, thank you so much Alberto! It was amazing, being relax in the waterfall surrounded by nature, it felt like a dream. Doña Corona's lunch, so tasty and delicious and her tortillas were the best!!! Chocolate, with Kerry, OMG!!! It was so nice & delicious!!! I loved the tea. And finally Yoga with Kerry, no words to describes how that yoga class was, thank you so much Kerry, my heart was full of grace in every breath. Additional to that, Doña Luz's lunch, OMG, I ate like crazy, tasty, tasty and delicious haha!... The best experiences, the places are so magical and you definitely have to visit it. Thank you so much Cara for creating this. Namaste.
Best part of our whole trip!
victoriamT3710ZK,,Feb 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was so special!! Our guide Alberto was incredible and made our experience perfect. Started with an incredible personalized yoga class. Walked down to the river and my partner and i had so much fun applying the clay on each other. Playing around in the river felt so healing! Lunch could not have been any better seriously! Alberto captured some amazing photos and videos of us that i will treasure along with the memories made forever. we will 100000% do this same experience when we return to Costa Rica
a perfect mix of relaxation, and cultural immersion!
C3737HHpaulap,,Jan 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Cara’s guidance was soothing and energizing, making it the perfect way to begin the day surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. We learned about Blue clay from Costa Rica which is a natural, organic clay that is used for skin and body treatments. It is also known as "Healing Clay." I love that it is Anti-inflammatory, Detoxifying & Anti-aging! After the clay is dry, You walk down steps to a breathtaking waterfall where you can take a refreshing dip – a moment of pure bliss! I saw so many blue morpho butterflies flying by the waterfall. The experience was made even more special by the cultural lunch that followed. We were welcomed into a local home where we were treated to a delicious and authentic Costa Rican meal. The warmth and hospitality of the family made it feel like we were part of their community, and the food was beyond amazing. It was such a meaningful way to connect with the local culture. Cara’s passion for sharing the beauty of Costa Rica and its traditions really shone through. The entire day left me feeling connected to nature and rejuvenated in body and spirit. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the true pura vida lifestyle – it’s a perfect mix of relaxation, and cultural immersion!
Yoga and waterfall
W9264UDjessicad,,Jan 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The excursion was so perfect. Yoga, waterfall, and delicious home cooked food. I can’t recommend it enough. The place is truly magical
Friendly, beautiful, educational, relaxing, nourishing, and fun! Yoga, mud, waterfall, amazing food and chocolate!
lisae390,,Jan 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience!!! Highly recommended. Friendly, beautiful, nourishing, relaxing, lovely yoga and an unforgettable experience.
One of my favorite trips!
HilaryF710,,Jun 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The yoga platform and view was so amazing. Kerrie our instructor was knowledgeable and I leaned some new moves. She also makes her own chocolate! The hike was perfect after the yoga and the lunch at Luz’s house was delicious and a very cool experience. One of my favorite tours.