NICARAGUA
NICARAGUA
Wellness & Yoga Community Retreat
✨This retreat is offered in partnership with Grounded: A Wellness Studio | DeWitt, IA ✨
This retreat is a co-ed experience, open to all levels of yoga practice—from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners. It’s designed to bring our community together in a meaningful and inclusive way. More than just a trip, it’s an opportunity to explore movement, stillness, and connection in a supportive environment where everyone belongs.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your yoga practice, nurture your well-being, or simply spend time with kind-hearted people, this retreat invites you to show up exactly as you are. Together, we’ll share yoga, meditation, reflection, adventure, and laughter—creating bonds that extend far beyond the mat.
We are so grateful to offer this journey and can’t wait to see how it helps each of us grow—both individually and as a community.
💛 ~ Kristin, Grounded Yoga Studio
2026
NICARAGUA TRIP DATES
April 8-14, 2026
Details coming soon!
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL & WELCOME
Your journey begins with a scenic drive to ViYarte Boutique Hotel & Retreat Center, where you’ll settle into your room and take in the serene surroundings. As the sun sets, we’ll gather for a welcome dinner and our first connections, closing the evening with a gentle Yim massage class to ease into retreat life.
DAY 2 - CONNECTION & FLOW
The morning opens with meditation, flow, and a warm welcome circle to set our intentions. After nourishing meals and a workshop designed to deepen connection, we head to the ocean for an energizing surf class. As night falls, we share dinner and gather for a cacao ceremony beneath the moonlight. 🌙
DAY 3 - CREATIVITY & RENEWAL
Awaken with meditation and yoga before diving into a workshop of art and creative expression. Between delicious meals, each guest receives their restorative massage, woven gently throughout the day. That evening, we share dinner in community, followed by a magical blindfold dining experience. ✨
DAY 4 - OCEAN MAGIC
The day begins in stillness with meditation and yoga, then opens to adventure on a half-day catamaran excursion. Swim, bask in the sun, and savor lunch on the sea before returning to the retreat for dinner and a circle of reflection under the night sky. ⛵️
DAY 5 - NOURISHMENT & CULTURE
Start with yoga and meditation, then savor breakfast before stepping into a guided cooking class filled with flavor and culture. The afternoon invites rest or exploration, and we reunite in the evening for shared reflection and grounding connection.
DAY 6 - INTEGRATION & CLOSING
Morning practice and a hearty breakfast prepare us for a closing workshop and reflection circle, weaving together all that has unfolded. After lunch, the afternoon offers space for journaling, swimming, or simply being. We gather one last time in community for a heartfelt farewell dinner.
DAY 7 - DEPARTURE DAY
Our final morning begins gently, with meditation and movement before a shared breakfast. With closing reflections and warm goodbyes, airport transfers mark the end of retreat and the beginning of carrying its magic forward. 💛
Please note, the itinerary is subject to change.
WHERE YOU'LL BE STAYING
We’ll spend the week at ViYarte Boutique Hotel & Retreat Center, located just steps away from the beautiful white sand beach Playa Marsella. This boutique retreat sits beside the renowned surf break Playa Maderas, only 15 minutes north of the vibrant tourist town San Juan del Sur, and just 1 hour from the Costa Rica border.
YOUR HOSTS
Lea, owner of Sunny & Turquoise, soulful facilitator, and chef. With a gift for creating meaningful, magical itineraries, she curates every detail so you can relax, savor, and feel fully cared for. Her passion for connection, travel, and beautiful food makes this retreat unforgettable.
Meet Julia, a vibrant, calming presence on the mat and one of the leaders of our upcoming Nicaragua retreat, offered in partnership with Grounded Yoga Studio. A former XC and track runner, she discovered her passion for group fitness as a freshman at Iowa State and became a nationally certified instructor in 2018. She taught Pilates, Barre, TRX, and Aqua throughout college, earning Group Fitness Instructor of the Year in 2021!
After living in NC, CA, and FL — continually learning from other instructors and exploring new styles — she’s now back home in IA and excited to hep guide this retreat experience. In her classes, Julia weaves breath and movement to cultivate strength, endurance, flexibility, and mobility in a supportive, nurturing space.
Sara, A yogi, healer, meditation guide, and beautiful soul whose presence alone feels like medicine. Her deep wisdom in yoga, emotional healing, and group space holding will help you soften, release, and step into your next chapter with grace.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS ACCOMMODATIONS AT VIYARTE BOUTIQUE HOTEL & RETREAT CENTER
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DAILY YOGA, MEDITATION, WORKSHOPS & EVENING GATHERINGS
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ALL MEALS
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1 MASSAGE PER GUEST
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SURF CLASS, CATAMARAN DAY, CACAO CEREMONY, COOKING CLASS, BLINDFOLD DINNER
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USE OF RETREAT FACILITIES (POOL, YOGA SHALA, LOUNGES)
PRICING
CHOOSE YOUR PERFECT RETREAT EXPERIENCE:
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$3,333 – PRIVATE ROOM
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$2,999 – SHARED ROOM (PRIVATE BED)
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$2,777 – SHARED QUEEN BED
A $500 NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT SECURES YOUR SPOT. PAYMENT PLANS ARE AVAILABLE.
SPACE IS LIMITED TO KEEP THIS EXPERIENCE INTIMATE AND DEEPLY PERSONAL.
ARRIVE EARLY OPTION
IF YOU’D LIKE TO ARRIVE EARLY ON APRIL 4TH OR 5TH, YOU ARE MORE THAN WELCOME! PRICING IS $150 PRIVATE, $125 FOR SHARED ROOM/PRIVATE BED, $100 FOR SHARED BED. COME EARLY AND GROUND :)
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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AIRFARE
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AIRPORT TRANSFERS (~2.5 HOURS, $90 ONE-WAY TAXI, SHARED BETWEEN 1–3 GUESTS)
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HOST & HOTEL TIPPING
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$10 IMMIGRATION TAX ON ARRIVAL (CASH REQUIRED)
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OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS & THERAPIES
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TRAVEL INSURANCE (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
TRAVEL INFORMATION
FLIGHTS
AIRPORT: AUGUSTO C. SANDINO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (MGA), MANAGUA, NICARAGUA
ARRIVAL: APRIL 8, 2026
DEPARTURE: APRIL 14, 2026
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
DRIVE TIME: 2.5 HOURS
COST: $90 USD ONE-WAY PER TAXI (SHARED BETWEEN 1–3 PEOPLE)
WE COORDINATE TRANSPORTATION WITH TRUSTED DRIVERS.
FLIGHT SUPPORT
When booking flights to Nicaragua, the most cost-effective approach is usually to book separate tickets: for example, one from Cedar Rapids (CID) to Miami (MIA), and another from Miami to Managua (MGA). The same applies for your return journey. You can either book round-trip flights for each segment (CID–MIA and MIA–MGA) or choose one-way options—whichever gives you the best schedule and price. Sunny & Turquoise Travel will guide you through the process so it’s simple and stress-free!
Please do not book flights until your trip is confirmed with Sunny & Turquoise!
CLOSING SENTIMENT FROM GROUNDED YOGA STUDIO
This retreat is a co-ed experience designed to bring our yoga community together in a meaningful, inclusive way. It’s more than a getaway—it’s a chance to deepen your practice while connecting with fellow yogis outside the studio. Together, we’ll move, breathe, reflect, explore, and share in a truly transformative journey.
We are honored to offer this opportunity and can’t wait to grow alongside you—both on and off the mat. 💛
~Kristin
