Activities

The Beach (La Playa): The ocean, which can be seen from the True Nature Community, is a four hour hike from where you awake in the morning. The southern pacific region of Costa Rican has some of the most prestine beaches in the country. From the land at True Nature you can hike to the beach in under 4 hours. The beautiful hike winds through the ridge tops of our village, through the monkey filled jungle, and down to the ocean. Visit beautiful beaches, go surfing, or have the opportunity to spend the night at a small prestine Costa Rican beach resort.

Yoga:
There will be a certified yoga instructor at True Nature during all programs and during the high season. Most days, yoga will be offered as part of programs. You will also have the opportunity to schedule private lessons for yoga if you are interested in getting a deeper and more personal understanding of this ancient practice. (Additional Fee for Private Instruction)



Horsebackriding: Horseback riding trips are available while at True Nature. Come take a ride through the villages, the local forest preserve, and to the San Luis waterfall. No experience is necessary.

Spanish Lessons: We have a local Spanish teacher. During some programs, we will some short Spanish lessons available that include some basic language to communicate with the locals. If you are interested in more in depth Spanish lessons, this will be available for an extra fee.

Waterfalls (Las Cataratas): Costa Rica is known to have some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. True Nature, found in the Diamante Valley (“The Valley of the Diamond”), is in close promximity to two of the most magnificent waterfalls in the country, The Diamante Waterfall and Nuyaca Falls. Also, on the True Nature grounds, we have three of our own falls.

Local Fiestas: Connecting and celebrating with the local people in our village is important to us. The locals are always excited about new visitors in the village and look forward to meeting you. During certain times of the year there are local fiesta where you can share with the local community, practice Spanish, and maybe even learn some Salsa dancing!

Community Service: Giving back to the community is important to us at True Nature. During programs and visits you will have the opportunity to give back to the local community in the form of a service project. Also, learn about The CREER Service Organization (creerbelieve.org), a non-profit based at True Nature, whose mission is to help provide a bridge of energetic support from the US to Costa Rica. For more info visit creerbelieve.org.

Land Stewardship: While at True Nature you will have the opportunity to learn and work with are land manager's Felipe and Allison and our local cartakers Ricardo and Pablo. Felipe and Allison will teach you in a unique and creative way, learning about the land at True Nature, the native species, and different ways to use on-site resources. If you are interested in working more with the land you can have the opportunity to work on a project of your interest with Felipe or Allison during your time at True Nature.

Plant Walk:
Walk the True Nature land and learn about the many species of plants and trees on the land. Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse areas in the world, take advantage of this opportuntity to broaden your knowledge of the biodiversity.


Ceremony and Ritual: At True Nature we have witnessed and learned the power of ceremony and tradition. Traditions from Costa Rica and other cultures have been brought to us and we are excited to share them during our retreats. During special evenings we gather together, sitting in a sacred circle, and share in ceremonies that bring our community closer together, and ourselves closer to spirit and the ancestors that have walked the land before us.

Casa Piedra (The Stone House/Cave): An organization called The Art of Union has transformed a cave high up the mountains into a lodge with full services. Together you will have the opportunity to hike up the mountain to one of the power spots in our area.

Day of Silence: A tradition at True Nature is that the community holds silence from Friday Sunset to Saturday Sunset. This is an opportunity to share in reflection and create a peaceful sanctuary one day a week on the land. Some, decide to leave the land on this day, and some stay. This is a very special practice and will be available if you wish to explore the power of silence.

Visit to Local Farmers Market:
In San Isidro they have one of the largest farmers markets in the country. Come experience some authentic Costa Rican culture, in this beautiful market. Have the opportunity to sample exotic fruits and vegetables from all over the country while practicing your Spanish.