March 6-10th, 2026 | Selvática Eco Retreat | Pacific Coast, Costa Rica
I’m beyond grateful to share that our second Roots & Renewal Retreat is happening — this time in the magical Costa Rican jungle, a place that’s become such a sanctuary for me. I can’t wait to experience it together. 🌺
About Selvática Eco Retreat
Selvática Eco Retreat was founded by Sander and Cristina, two visionaries who dreamed of creating a sanctuary where people could return to nature, slow down, and reconnect with themselves. What began as an idea has since become a reality: a thoughtfully designed retreat space built from the ground up, nestled in the lush hills above Costa Rica’s Central Pacific beaches.
Together, Sander and Cristina live their values every day — whether through cooking nourishing meals, guiding yoga and breathwork, holding space for ice baths, or simply welcoming guests into the rhythms of their eco-sanctuary. Their approach is grounded in simplicity, mindfulness, and alignment with nature. These values guide every decision they make and shape the experience for each person who visits.
The Space
Selvática is a private eco-sanctuary located just outside the beach town of Jacó and the renowned Manuel Antonio National Park. The retreat sits where raw jungle meets rolling cow fields, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Only 20 minutes down the hill lie the palm-lined beaches of Bejuco and Esterillos Este, perfect for peaceful walks and swims. To the north is the lively surf town of Jacó, while an hour south is the world-renowned Manuel Antonio National Park.
The location is both secluded and accessible — ideal for retreating from daily life while still being close to Costa Rica’s most iconic adventures.
The Experience
Life at Selvática flows with the rhythm of nature. Guests often wake to the call of toucans, hear monkeys swinging through the canopy, and breathe in the scent of tropical blooms carried on the breeze.
The word Selvática means “of the jungle” in Spanish, and the retreat truly embodies this spirit. Whether practicing yoga in the Sky Shala with sweeping ocean views or grounding in the Jungle Shala beneath the trees, nature is woven into every moment of the experience.
Highlights
A jungle pool surrounded by flowers and birdsong
Nature trails alive with wildlife
Ice bath experiences in the Jungle Shala for renewal and reset
Yoga and breathwork sessions guided in immersive, open-air spaces
What’s Included
✨ During our 5 days / 4 nights together, you’ll enjoy:
🌿 Daily yoga led by Flo (Vinyasa, Yin, Yin-Yang, Yoga Nidra)
💫 Meditation & breathwork practices
🌺 Sacred cacao ceremony & sound healing journey
🌿 Workshops led by Flo & Olivia
💧 Guided waterfall hike + water ritual, Blue Clay Avatar experience, & lunch with a local family
🦜 Mangrove boat tour with chances to spot monkeys, toucans & sloths
🌴 Free time for journaling, nature walks, hammock lounging & jungle pool swims
🌅 A magical sunset at a nearby pacific beach (20 minutes away)
❄ Optional ice bath experience
🥗 Three nourishing, chef-prepared meals daily
🚐 Roundtrip transportation from the airport to the retreat center
🧘 All yoga mats and props provided
About the Food
Food at Selvática is an experience in itself. Cristina, co-founder and in-house chef, is a Registered Dietitian who blends her background in nutrition with global flavors gathered from her travels through Southeast Asia, India, and Central America.
Menus are mostly plant-based, featuring fresh local produce, tropical fruits, herbs, and sustainably sourced seafood. From fragrant curries and Pad Thai to hearty veggie burgers and colorful bowls, each dish is made from scratch with equal care for nourishment and flavor.
Even devoted meat-eaters often find themselves surprised by how satisfying and delicious her vegetarian and pescatarian meals are. Meals are shared in community, creating moments of connection and grounding that become an essential part of the retreat experience.
All rooms feature:
Hypoallergenic pillowtop beds & high-quality sheets
Ensuite bathrooms with hot showers
Fans + optional AC
Personal reading lights & outlets
Closet space & garden/pool views
All rooms are shared — you can request to be paired with a friend or family member.
A Glimpse at the Experience
🌴 Roots & Renewal Sample Itinerary
5 Days / 4 Nights
Day 1 – Arrival & Opening Ceremony
Afternoon: Arrival & airport transfers
Light refreshments & settling into rooms
Opening circle + Sacred cacao ceremony & sound healing
Dinner together in community
Day 2 – Flow with the River
Early Morning: Yoga with optional ice bath experience to awaken & energize
Morning Activity: Guided waterfall hike + water ritual
Blue Clay Avatar experience (nature clay body mask ritual at the falls)
Lunch with a local family at the waterfall
Afternoon rest (journaling, hammock time, jungle pool swims)
Evening: Yoga Nidra (deep yogic rest)
Dinner under the stars
Day 3 – Rest, Rituals & Integration (low day)
Morning: Vinyasa yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Spacious free time or workshop
Lunch
Afternoon Workshop
Evening: Sunset beach trip (20 minutes away)
Dinner together
Day 4 – Jungle & Wild Life
Morning: Mangrove tour (spotting monkeys, toucans & sloths)
Breakfast on return
Free afternoon (pool, journaling, hammock time)
Closing integration circle
Farewell dinner celebration
Day 5 – Closing & Departure
Morning: Yin yoga & closing meditation
Breakfast
Gratitude circle
Airport transfers & goodbyes 🌸
🌸 About Your Hosts
Olivia Anelise
Born and raised near Chicago, my mixed Puerto Rican and American heritage sparked an early love for culture, food, and storytelling.
After losing vision in one eye at age 10, I developed a deeper connection to my other senses — and to the healing power of slowing down and savoring life.
At 25, I took my first solo trip to Bali and discovered a new way of living — one rooted in nature, ritual, and curiosity. Since then, I’ve traveled through Mexico, Japan, Costa Rica, Southeast Asia, and beyond, studying Ayurveda, women’s health, and the art of creating nourishing spaces.
Through my retreats, YouTube channel, and writing, I love bringing people together to reconnect with themselves, the earth, and the beauty of everyday rituals.
Floriane Brossaud
Originally from France, Flo left behind her corporate life six years ago with just a backpack and a dream of exploring the world.
Along the way, she discovered yoga not only as a physical practice, but as a way of living with intention, balance, and compassion.
She completed her 200-hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training and Yin Yoga certification through Yoga Academy International, and has since guided students around the world — blending movement, meditation, sound healing, and sacred cacao ceremonies.
Flo’s mission is to create safe, welcoming spaces where everyone feels supported to explore their practice, reconnect with their body, and open to new possibilities.
Why Join Us?
This retreat is for you if:
You’re craving stillness and space to breathe
You want to unplug from screens and tune into nature
You’re seeking a supportive, heart-centered community
You’re ready to explore your creativity, intuition, and wildness
Your Retreat Investment
The full investment for this 5–day, 4–night retreat is $2,499 USD.
✨ Early Bird Special: Sign up now and receive 10% off your spot — that’s $2,249 USD when you book early.
Your payment includes:
4 nights / 5 days at Selvática Eco Retreat
Three nourishing, chef-prepared meals daily
All scheduled workshops, yoga, ceremonies & excursions
Roundtrip airport transfers
Yoga mats, props & retreat essentials
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit. Flexible payment plans are available. 🌿
Ready to Join?
Costa Rica has a way of reminding us what it means to be fully alive — to breathe deeply, move slowly, and reconnect with the rhythm of the earth. 🌿
If you’ve been feeling the call to pause, to gather in community, and to nurture your body and spirit, this retreat is for you.
🌴 Imagine waking to jungle birdsong, practicing yoga with ocean views, swimming beneath waterfalls, and sharing nourishing meals with kindred spirits.
This is more than just a retreat — it’s a return to yourself.
📩 Reply to this email or write to olivia@oliviaanelise.com to secure your spot.
✨ Limited to 12 guests for an intimate, connected group.
Costa Rica is calling. Will you answer? 🌺