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Couples Retreat

A private, guided rainforest retreat for one couple at a time.

Begin your journey
A couple sharing time in a rainforest pool
South Pacific · Costa RicaPrivate & personalizedOne couple at a time

A SANCTUARY FOR CONNECTION

Beyond words.
Into experience.

Hidden within a lush 30-acre sanctuary in the South Pacific of Costa Rica, this immersive experience invites you to step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with each other in a deeper, more meaningful way.

Whether you are celebrating love, navigating transition, rekindling closeness or simply longing for uninterrupted time together, every retreat is thoughtfully curated with beauty, care and immersive experiences designed to nourish both your relationship and individual wellbeing.

A couple embracing beneath a Costa Rican waterfall

THE ELEMENTAL JOURNEY

Guided by nature’s rhythms.

Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether inspire a living, evolving experience. Every journey is personalized, with space for rest, exploration and presence.

01 · Earth

Grounding & presence

Rainforest immersion, medicinal gardens and peaceful sanctuary living.

02 · Water

Flow & softness

Waterfalls, rivers, natural pools and the wild South Pacific coast.

03 · Fire

Warmth & aliveness

Candlelight, cacao, nourishing meals and shared moments under the stars.

04 · Air

Space & perspective

Breathwork, mindful movement and spacious moments of reflection.

05 · Ether

Stillness & integration

Sound, meditation and sacred rest, held by the rhythms of nature.

Colorful tropical fruit and flowers served for two

NOURISHMENT FROM THE LAND

Nourishment from the land.

Enjoy vibrant garden-to-table plant-powered cuisine crafted from tropical abundance, medicinal herbs and ingredients grown directly within the sanctuary.

Each meal is thoughtfully prepared to awaken the senses and deepen your connection to the natural world. Share consciously prepared cooked dinners, herbal elixirs, fresh juices and unhurried moments together.

Sharing sunset views over the rainforest
Sharing sunset views over the rainforest
A botanical foot ritual with garden flowers
A botanical foot ritual with garden flowers
Slow morning drinks together at Wilder
Slow morning drinks together at Wilder

THE DAILY RHYTHM

Spacious days. Meaningful moments.

Wake to jungle sounds and misty mornings. Swim beneath waterfalls. Wander through medicinal herb gardens. Share candlelit dinners surrounded by nature. Rest deeply beneath the stars.

At Wilder Sanctuary, connection unfolds naturally through shared presence, immersive experiences and the restorative rhythms of the natural world.

THE DETAILS, THOUGHTFULLY HELD

Your time at Wilder.

What’s included
  • Luxury jungle accommodations immersed in nature
  • Exclusive retreat experience for one couple only
  • Garden-to-table plant-powered cuisine, fresh juices, herbal elixirs & infusions
  • Consciously prepared cooked meals for dinners
  • Daily customized yoga, breathwork, meditation & embodiment practices
  • Couples massage
  • Sound healing journey & cacao ceremony
  • Wellness rituals inspired by the rhythms of the rainforest
  • Green Door Rainforest SPA experience featuring wood-fired sauna, rainforest spring cold plunge, and  tea ritual in Lily pad pavilion
  • Guided waterfall & natural pool experiences
  • Beach adventures along Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast
  • Horseback riding at sunset
  • Self-guided hikes through our private sanctuary trails & chakra gardens
  • Medicinal herb & tropical food forest exploration
  • Living cuisine hands-on class
  • Herbal elixir & tea workshop
  • Healing arts studio experience of your choice
  • Local farmers market visit
  • Transfer from Quepos airport to the sanctuary & local transportation
  • Pre-retreat alignment support & post-retreat integration guidance
What is not included?

International flights, visa fees, travel insurance, personal purchases and optional additional body care rituals are not included. Your personalized proposal will confirm the experiences and arrangements for your stay.

The Tropical Casita nestled within rainforest gardens

STAY CLOSE TO NATURE

Your rainforest home.

Our Rainforest View Tropical Casita offers privacy, natural beauty and heartfelt hospitality. Crafted from wood and palm leaves, it is surrounded by lush gardens, with a queen bed, outdoor shower, mini kitchen and lounge area.

Garden trails connect your private space to the Bamboo House, Yoga Shala and Green Door Rainforest Spa.

Accommodation is arranged as part of your personalized retreat.

Lena Ropp with a freshly harvested cacao pod

THOUGHTFUL HOSPITALITY

With care, from Lena.

Retreat curator, living foods chef, certified herbalist and regenerative lifestyle educator, Lena Ropp brings more than a decade of experience in creating personal, nourishing experiences. Her work brings together vibrant plant-based cuisine, tropical herbalism and immersive time in nature. With a thoughtful eye for detail and warm, personal care, she shapes each retreat around the intentions and rhythms of her guests.

Meet Lena

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY

Begin your journey together.

Every retreat is privately curated and deeply personalized. Tell us what is calling you here and the kind of experience you feel most drawn toward.

Complete the Retreat Inquiry Form. If we feel we are a beautiful fit, we will connect within 48 hours to begin crafting your experience.

Retreat Inquiry Form