Why Choose A Yoga Retreat In Nicaragua
When most people think of Nicaragua, they don’t necessarily think of yoga. And we get it, it’s not Costa Rica, or Tulum, or Bali. There’s not a ton (if any, really) of spiritual tourism here. Heck, there have been plenty of cases when we tell people we own a retreat center in Nicaragua, and they don’t know where it is! In fact, a lot of people think it’s in Africa(?!)
So why here? Why build a retreat center in Nicaragua? And more importantly, why should YOU come? Well, for the sake of not keeping you glued to the screen must longer, we’ll just list out the top 5 reasons. Although trust us, when we say there are MANY more.
Less People = Less Crowded
If you’re a traveler, then you know how rare this is nowadays. After having lived all over the world, I’ve found myself craving peace and quiet more than ever in my ripe old age of 35.
This means not going to the beach and swimming in human soup (that’s literally what the ocean looks like in California on a summer day). This means not having to wait in long lines, or having so many people in the background of your photo that it kills the very landscape itself.
Nicaragua is a place you go to escape, to reconnect to nature and yourself. Sure, there are some parts of this country that are more crowded and touristy than others. But if you come up here to see us, you won’t run into any of that.
Yoga retreats in Nicaragua mean that you’re slowing down, rather than to speeding up. Nicaragua yoga retreats are a place to come live within the elements, to swim in the ocean every day, and take long barefoot walks by the warm Pacific Ocean. Yoga retreats in Nicaragua mean that you’ll leave with tanned skin, salty hair, and a full heart.
Breathtaking Nature
Many yogis have heard about our popular neighbor, Costa Rica. And for good reason, Costa Rica and Costa Rice yoga retreats are certainly incredible.
However, the real secret sauce is here in Nicaragua yoga retreats. Not only because there’s no crowds, but also because of the scenery!
Still Salty Escape prides itself on living within the elements. Everything about our property is a beautiful blend of wild curation. You get it all here, from thick jungle to our side, ocean front views, grazing cows, and volcanos in the distance. It’s like you can TASTE the elements the moment you step into our Yoga Shala.
Nicaragua yoga retreats are known for the incredible nature, whether that’s on the Pacific or the Carribean side. Whether the yoga retreat is on the shore, or in the mountains. Not to mention the wide variety of birds, wild life, and marine life!
The Locals
Nicaraguan people are incredible, to say the least. They’re kind, generous, and gentle by nature. And, when you get to know them, you’ll find most of them to be hilarious, open and outgoing (once you break the barrier of shyness).
Nicaragua yoga retreats are nothing without the local staff making it possible. We know for certain our place would be nothing but a pretty shell without the soul of our staff keeping it alive.
If you plan on surfing during your yoga retreat in Nicaragua, you’ll find the same hospitality extended in the water. Sure, surf ettiequte always applies (duh), but there’s not an aggressive or territorial vibe. The water is an inviting place to be, which can be rare in places with a big surf culture.
Location
I hope you plan on continuing to travel after your yoga retreat in Nicaragua, because there’s SO MUCH to see in this country- as well as surrounding Central American counties, and Nicaragua is a great jumping off point for it all.
If you join our yoga retreats, then we highly recommend taking an extra week to travel for the hot spots like: Grenada, Ometepe, Leon, and San Juan.
And if you’d like to keep bouncing around, then you’re in the perfect place to hop over to El Salvador, Costa Rica, or Honduras- which all have beautiful landscape and cultures to offer, as well.
Do Something Different!
Maybe it’s just me, but I’m not a big fan of doing the same thing as everyone all the time just BECAUSE. This doesn’t mean I haven’t held my fair share of yoga retreats in Bali, or didn’t get inspiration building from hotels in Tulum or Costa Rica.
It just means that sometimes it’s nice to switch it up. To go against the grain. To do things that are unexpected, rather than cliche.
Nicaragua yoga retreats are just that. They are out of the box simply because of the location. Yoga retreats in Nicaragua will change your standards of yoga retreats moving forward, because you’ll experience the landscape, the culture, and the locals in a way that’s not perfectly catered to tourism the way it is in busier countries.
You’ll experience AUTHENTICITY here in a way that’s lost, or watered down once a place explodes with tourism. Your yoga retreat in Nicaragua will provide you the chance to travel, and see the country in a way that will imprint on your heart forever.
Well, what are you waiting for? Your yoga retreat in Nicaragua awaits. We can’t wait to see you soon, amigos!