ALTER JOURNEYS
COSTA RICA RETREAT
February 25 - March 2, 2026
Let’s gather in the tropical paradise of Nosara, Costa Rica to enchant your imagination & embody your next chapter.
“The two ALTER Journeys retreats I have attended have been the most transformative trips of my life: renewed energy, new friends who feel like family, and a new way of seeing myself and my future. I’ll be joining many more.”
Our Journey
Our day begins with easeful mornings for meditation or a walk on the beach, then we gather for a long-form ALTER movement practice—a music-driven, yoga-inspired strength workout, integrating meditation and guided journaling sessions— followed by an energizing organic brunch.
Afternoons are open for exploring the vibrant area and what is unfolding in your heart, with a swim in the ocean or pool, wandering the vibrant town of Nosara, or a personal mentorship session with Nicole. We will take two optional, extraordinary excursions as a group: a kayak/SUP float on a gorgeous mangrove river, and an ATV adventure along a river and waterfall.
The Mentorship Mastermind option includes 3 2-hour sessions of inspiration, soulful strategy, and support for your next chapter.
We will gather again for an early evening ALTER restorative and meditation practice often on the beach at sunset, followed by a leisurely dinner with rich conversation.
Our journey will unfold with a new theme each day, woven with a few surprises...
February 25 - Drop In
3:00 - Check-in
4:00 - Opening Circle & ALTER practice
Beach Sunset
6:30 - Dinner at Nomadic
February 26 - Explore
9:00 - ALTER practice in Nomadic shala
10:30 - Brunch
12:00-5:00 - free time to explore
4:00 - Surf Lesson*
5:00 - Sunset ALTER restorative practice on the beach
6:30 - Dinner at Nomadic
February 27 - Peace
8:30 - Beach tide pools walk & float
10:30 - Brunch
11:00 - Mentorship Mastermind workshop*
Afternoon - Mangrove kayak / SUP adventure*
4:00 - ALTER restorative practice
5:15 - Beach sunset
6:30 - Dinner out
February 28 - Adventure
8:30 - Beach tide pools walk & float
10:30 - Brunch
11:00 - Mentorship Mastermind workshop*
Afternoon - ATV to waterfall adventure*
4:00 - Surf lesson*
5:00 - ALTER restorative practice & meditation on the beach
6:30 - Dinner at The Nomadic
March 1 - Savor
9:00 - ALTER practice in Nomadic shala
10:30 - Brunch
11:00 - Mentorship Mastermind workshop*
12:00-5:00 - free time to explore
3:00 - Surf Lesson*
4:00 - ALTER restorative practice at Nomadic shala
5:15 - Dinner out
March 2 - Integrate
9:00 - ALTER practice & Closing Circle
10:00 - Brunch
11:00 - Check-out
* = options
Our Basecamp
Nosara,
Costa Rica ~
Located in the Nicoya peninsula, a blue zone famous for the pura vida lifestyle that contributes to the extraordinary longevity of its inhabitants, Nosara is a gem of a yogi-surfer town on a pristine and wild beach of a bay that offers consistent, calm waves perfect for beginner surfers, and edge breaks experienced surfers love. Nosara has become a destination for soulful creatives, who have opened inspiringly designed eco-hotels and beloved restaurants.
We will be staying at The Nomadic Hotel, home of the most magical yoga shala in Nosara: amazing views, open air with a thatched roof for shade, and all the yoga mats and props provided. The Nomadic is especially designed for yoga retreats, with a gorgeous pool and lounge areas, modern rooms with air conditioning, and a café offering delicious, healthy meals, snacks, juices, and smoothies.
Here is a glimpse of The Nomadic’s magic:
Excursions
Yin & Yang!
Two exhilarating & enchanting adventures to immerse you in this abundant land:
ATV along a river to a waterfall
Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) through a the glassy water inlets of a mangrove forest
Nicole Meline
Retreat Leader
Transformational mentor, community catalyst, and creator of ALTER movement & meditation.
Having led over 15 retreats, Nicole’s deep training in retreat design, leadership development, and pastoral care will support your connection with your heart and your refinement of your vision.
Learn more about Nicole here.
Investment
early bird rates through September 1st
Single Occupancy
$5,600
($6,000 after Sept 1st)
Double Occupancy:
$3,900
($4,500 after Sept 1st)
Luxe Bunk Room (up to 8 semi-private beds):
$3,300
($3,600 after Sept 1st)
Includes:
ALTER movement & meditation practices
Accommodation at The Nomadic & farm-to-table meals: brunch and dinner every day (dietary restrictions will be accommodated)
Welcome gift
a 30-day membership to the ALTER Together Digital Studio
Additional Options:
Mentorship Mastermind (3 sessions)
ATV Adventure Excursion
Mangrove Kayak / SUP Adventure Excursion
1:1 Personal Mentorship session with Nicole
Massages
Personalized Photoshoot to celebrate your becoming
Post-retreat full-day 1:1 Personal Mentorship Immersion with Nicole (email team@nicolemeline.com)
“This retreat sparked a whole new chapter for me. Five days of pure delight. It reconnected me with my power, creativity, and new like-hearted community. Deeply grateful!”
Mentorship Mastermind
Bring your big dream for your next chapter, the challenges you are facing, and your vision of who you are becoming. We will meet as a group for 3 2-hour sessions spotlighting each person in every session, gathering the wisdom of the group to develop your ideas, strategize, and day by day of the retreat, amplify your growth, so you leave the retreat with clear vision, resources, and deep friendships. Includes a 30min intro call with Nicole before the retreat to outline your goals.
Retreat and Travel Details
Travel Information
Travel to Nosara: Nosara is a beautiful 2.5 hour drive from LIR (Liberia) airport (Recommended shuttle or driver: TerraTour), or there are short (30min) flights to Nosara airport (NOB) from LIR (Liberia) or SJO (San Jose) airports. If you are driving from LIR to Nosara via rental car or shuttle, it’s recommended for your flight to arrive by 11:30am to allow an hour for customs, to be able to leave the airport at 12:30. There are several hotels near the airport if you decide to arrive the day before, or you could spend a night in one of the beach towns on the way to Nosara, such as Playa Hermosa or Tamarindo.
Arrival and Departure
Check-in at The Nomadic begins at 3:00pm (Luggage can be stored if you arrive before then).
Our opening circle and first ALTER practice begins at 4:00pm
Check-out by 11:00am on March 2nd. Retreat programming concludes at 10:30am, with brunch from 10:00-10:30am.
Meals and Dietary Allergies
Our meals together each day include brunch and dinners of nourishing organic and local spreads with many options. We are happy to include vegetarian and vegan options and to accommodate dietary allergies; please note yours when you register.
Accommodation Occupancy
For double or triple occupancy, price listed is per person. Double occupancy is guaranteed if you register with a roommate and note their name during registration. If you are registering alone and request double occupancy, a roommate will be mindfully matched, and rate is dependent on sufficient paired requests. If no other roommate is available, you will be booked as single occupancy.
Payment Policy
For registration after December 1st, the full payment is due at the time of registration, and not refundable due to the venue’s reservation policy. We recommend travel insurance should you need to cancel for unexpected reasons.
Travel Insurance
As unexpected cancellations can happen, please consider purchasing travel cancellation insurance. Some travel insurance policies cover some or all trip cancellation costs. With most agencies, insurance must be purchased within 14 days of making your reservation. We strongly recommend purchasing cancellation insurance through your travel agent, or visit this web site to compare insurers: www.worldnomads.com.
Suggested Packing List
Fitness / Yoga clothes
Sneakers and hiking shoes
A sun hat or visor, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Bathing suit
Casual attire. If it delights you, festive attire for dinners
Layers for the cooler mornings and evenings
Altar Offering : a token of something you’d like to create amplify, honor, or release, to bring to our Opening Circle
Yoga Mats will be provided
More Questions?
Email team@nicolemeline.com for any further questions or concerns.
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