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Posada Natura is in Londres, Costa Rica, beside the Naranjo River and eight miles from Quepos and Manuel Antonio Beach. The sanctuary is about 2.5 to 4 hours from San José by road, depending on traffic, or a short domestic flight plus a local transfer.

International guests generally fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) is the closest domestic airport, about a 30-minute flight from SJO. Check current schedules and fares with SANSA.

Guests can travel from SJO by prearranged taxi, rental car or a domestic flight to Quepos. Road travel usually takes 2.5 to 4 hours depending on traffic. Posada Natura can help coordinate a trusted local driver; request a current quote, and use official orange airport taxis or authorized red taxis elsewhere.

Most guests travel through San José or Quepos and use common-sense precautions throughout Costa Rica. Keep valuables secure, use official or prearranged transport, lock rental vehicles, and confirm current road and flight conditions before leaving. If renting a car, review mandatory coverage and any credit-card collision-waiver terms before declining optional coverage. On-site parking is available; confirm road access and parking details with the team.

Water on the property comes from the watershed within Eco Era’s conservation lands and is safe to drink. Guests with individual sensitivities or medical concerns should discuss them with the retreat team before arrival.

Registered retreat guests receive a program-specific packing list. In general, plan for lightweight layers, rain protection, closed-toe walking shoes, sandals, refillable water storage, sun and insect protection, required medications, and comfortable clothing for practice and rest.

High-speed Wi-Fi is available in Posada Natura’s common areas and dedicated work space. Sleeping areas intentionally do not provide internet access. Cellular coverage can vary, so download essential documents and inform important contacts before arrival.

Posada Natura is family owned and welcomes children and families for suitable stays and hosted programs. Individual retreats may have age restrictions or adult-only content, so families should confirm program eligibility, supervision needs and room arrangements before booking.

The culinary team serves three family-style meals daily using local produce, seasonal garden ingredients and mostly organic foods. Menus can include tropical fruit, herbs, roots, handmade tortillas, coconut milk, eggs and local fish, adapted to program needs.

Eight-day programs include riverfront lodging, three daily meals, ceremonies, individual support, group integration, yoga, meditation, rainforest and beach excursions, and a group airport shuttle. Exact inclusions vary by date, so confirm before booking. See plant medicine retreat dates.

Yes. Plant medicine participation requires an intake and review process because some health conditions, medications and personal circumstances can make participation inappropriate. A reservation is not final until the required information has been reviewed and the team confirms eligibility. Read the ayahuasca diet and preparation guide.

Posada Natura’s plant medicine programs are generally capped at 16 participants, with exclusive use of the retreat center for the group. A small group allows the facilitation team to provide closer attention during ceremonies and integration.

Posada Natura has space for 31 overnight guests on site and 9 more in private suites at a neighboring location, for a total of 40. For very large retreats, a neighboring house adds room for 5 to 7 more. The yoga shala and dining room can each accommodate groups of approximately 40. Learn about hosting a retreat.

Posada Natura is operated by Eco Era, a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1991. Retreat income supports stewardship of primary rainforest and watersheds in the Cerro Nara biological corridor. The organizations report co-stewarding more than 10,000 acres. Read about our conservation work.

Joining a retreat or hosting a program at Posada Natura supports the conservation model through retreat income. People who want to contribute without staying can contact Eco Era about current donation options, land stewardship priorities and tax-deductibility.