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05 March 2018
Rustic beauty and peace
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26 November 2017
So friendly and accommodating. Beautiful location, amazing food. The yoga classes by Sabine and Hector were fantastic and energizing. Great location, close to the beach and other popular attractions. Highly recommend. Would love to visit again soon.
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20 September 2017
An amazing retreat center! Go here
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13 August 2017
Sabina the yoga teacher and hostess extraordinaire, is a wonderful person. It is very zen here. If you want to go to the beaches you may want to learn the bus system or rent a car, saves alot of expensive taxi $$$.
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04 August 2017
The entire staff, and facility at El Sabanero was amazing. We were a small group of girls from all over the US and loved our stay there. Harold was so kind to pick us up from the airport. Donald and Hazel have the MOST AMAZING cooking skills ever. I enjoyed and looked forward to every single meal. Sabine and Hector are both skilled, and amazing in their yoga teachings.. they ask you to challenge yourself and push yourself beyond your comfort zone. Coyo kept us all safe at night!! The entire place was a tropical getaway that was very much needed - from the amazing staff, to the monkeys howling through your yoga practices :) an amazing overall. THANK YOU!!!
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06 May 2017
Great off the path place yet close to beaches.
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26 December 2016
A wonderful place with wonderful people, very positive every day!!
The staff is very supportive and they are willing to listen. A very spiritual place too, yoga Shala's and classes available.
We had a wonderful All Love Class there with inspiring people. The food is really high class, Donald the cook, is an artist!
Thanks Kurt & Harold, Donald & Hazel, Mitsy & Yami, Wilbert for making our stay in El Sabanero so easy, and positive! Highly recommended.
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20 December 2016
The Eco lodge was recommended by my sister when she and her husband enjoyed a visit there. She introduced me to Kurt one of the owners. Kurt then shared an upcoming Sekhem All Love retreat that was open for reservations. After signing up, Kurt was always kind and courteous in answering my many questions. This was my first time to Costa Rica and traveling single was well worth it as the property is safe and family oriented. The guests come for many reasons, some for yoga, some for the beach, some for the incredible location and friendly atmosphere.
My casita, a little cabin was comfortable, had a view to linger over and a hammock that called my name. The only noise is the hum from the animals and birds.
Early morning swims became a habit, then delicious food prepared by hard working locals who deserved a huge tip and I was more than happy to give it as these are people who encourage the loving family inclusion rather than exclusion.
Now that part that changed my life, the all love spiritual healing workshop gave me the connection to source directly, thru some clearing out of unnecessary baggage. And moving from the thinking rational mind into the heart. Many thanks to Michael A Heemskerk and Carolina for creating a space to learn, grow, and understand the life changing processes to freedom and love.
Go for a yoga retreat, go to get away from stress, go for surfing, but just go! Get a taste of the good life with people who will take amazing care of you.response / report this review -
01 September 2016
***REVIEW ABOUT A TRIP TRIBE YOGA RETREAT TRIP TO EL SABANERO***
WOW. Just WOW. Considering that A. this was my first yoga retreat and B. this was my first time traveling with Trip Tribe, I am entirely blown away and slightly addicted! I traveled with my boyfriend, who is NOT a yogi (bu really enjoyed the trip!!). We loved meeting new people and exploring with such a fun group of singles, friends, other couples and fellow travelers:
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First of all, the coordination of flights and transportation was perfect. Everything went smoothly. Trip Tribe communicated everything we needed to know well ahead of our departure and Amy, the trip ambassador, supplemented with additional information as needed.
Once we arrived at our destination, I was pleased to see that our accommodations at El Sabanero were humble, yet comfortable and adequate (think: clean but simple), and that there were common comforts like hot water (with some patience), safes and wifi (slowish wifi). They even provided a few shampoos, bars of soap and beach towels, which was unexpected. The natural surroundings of El Sabanero were beautiful and it was such a treat to stay in such a lovely natural environment.
The general atmosphere at El Sabanero was amazing. The pool was lovely to swim in after our sweaty yoga sessions. The large meeting/eating space was tranquil and lovely. And the yoga spaces where we practiced were calm and peaceful. And the staff from all different parts of our trip -- from Harold to Hazel to Ana to Fernando to Donald, etc. -- were amazing, kind and welcoming. They made it really feel like home!
The food at El Sabanero was AMAZING. A-MA-ZING. The kitchen staff really knows what they are doing and totally spoiled us with fresh bread, homemade gourmet meals and amazing dishes all week long. Even some of the packed lunches (for when we weren't there during lunch) were good! A HUGE thumbs up and major reason why you should stay at El Sabanero! Also, it doesn't hurt that beer/wine/cocktails are crazy affordable and also delicious!
As for the yoga, Amy did her usual amazing thing. I've taken several classes of hers in DC, so I wasn't surprised to find that she taught similar wonderful classes in Costa Rica. Newbie or advanced, this girl's classes are a MUST-do! I particularly loved her Fusion Flow Yoga class (think martial arts meets HIIT meets yoga) and the nightly Nidra/Restorative classes. Major thumbs up for the quality of the classes, variety of classes and expertise of our instructor and trip ambassador!
Additionally, I went to several beach visits during my trip with the group, and loved them both! I event tried my hand at surfing which was a total blast. I would also recommend getting a massage from Ana, going on the adventure tour and heading on the Catamaran Sunset sail (erm, skip that if you are seasick!).
All in all, this was an amazing trip. Kudos!response / report this review -
03 April 2016
Staying at El Sabanero Eco Lodge was an amazing experience. The grounds are beautiful and the atmosphere is very relaxed and peaceful. Although, I am not really into yoga, I never felt uncomfortable and I really enjoyed myself. The owners, Amit and Tasha, have such an incredible energy and I am truly thankful for the time I was able to spend with them and their children. It was easy feeling at home there. The food was DELICIOUS, fresh, and varying each day. I would highly recommend El Sabanero Eco Lodge to anyone. I feel blessed to have had this experience and can’t wait for my next visit!
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07 March 2016
Had a wonderful experience at this lodge. The owners take well care of you, and the staff is just as great! Very clean and beautiful place! The kitchen cooks wonderful food too!! Loved every minute of my time there!
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