Retreats & Trainings
Tula Vida horses are wise and experienced teachers of mindfulness, natural balance, energy management and self-discovery. The vibrant, joyful magic of this corner of Costa Rica enables the natural world to soothe, nourish and restore you as only nature can. Dive in and go deep…
Upcoming Retreats & Trainings
Join one of our organised retreats (or design your own) to find a supportive, beautiful, insightful and fun environment to go a little deeper into healing and self-discovery with transformational results.
MAR, 2026
Horse and Soul Retreat
Connect so deeply with horses that they touch your soul and create everlasting growth within
A transformative week of Soul Level connection with world-renowned animal intuitive Danielle MacKinnon where she, together with the horses, will lead us on an unforgettable journey of discovery, connection and self-clarity beyond your wildest hopes.
Apr 2026
Heart Frequency Healing with Horses
- A Journey into Heart-Centered Healing
Discover the profound healing power that emerges when human and horse hearts synchronize through a mutual heart-centered exchange of energy and intention. Intuitive and energy-worker Anna Marie Ellison offers this unique opportunity to both learn to give and receive healing energy in partnership with these magnificent beings.
2 dates available
Available dates
- Apr 22, 2026
- Sep 17, 2026
The Felt Sense of Being
- Because transformation happens through experience, not explanation.
This immersive Tula Vida group retreat is designed for those seeking impactful self-discovery, a nervous system reset and the secrets to living a happier, more energized and fulfilling life.
2 dates available
Available dates
- May 9, 2026
- Nov 12, 2026
Connecting to the Well Within
- Refill your own well of energy and good feelings, and see what becomes possible from that place.
This 4-night reset is ideal to experience, explore, unwind and be fully yourself. Expand past your comfort zone and actually enjoy the ride – and do it with a group of people who came for the same reason.
4 dates available
Available dates
- May 19, 2026
- Jun 21, 2026
- Sep 27, 2026
- Dec 06, 2026
My Personal Retreat
- Your Week, Your Way: Horses, Nature & Adventure
A 6-night customizable retreat blending horse connection, nature, and offsite adventures—designed to restore calm, spark curiosity, and inspire your own pace. Pick the package or contact us to design your own dream version.
July 2026
Family Constellations with Horses
- Healing in the Field
A powerful retreat blending systemic healing (the constellations modality) with the gentle guidance of horses. Explore shifts, uncover belonging, and reconnect with wholeness in the wild beauty of Tula Vida—where land, herd, and body guide the journey.
July 2026
Nature, Ritual & Renewal 2026
- A Retreat for Helpers and Healers
For those who hold space for others, it can be easy to lose touch with your own source of renewal. This immersive retreat offers a chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what nourishes you—through nature, ritual and the gentle presence of horses.
Aug 2026
THE AWAKENING: Life Coaching with Horses in Costa Rica
- Where Jungle Meets Journey, Where Horses Meet Heart
Join internationally renowned horse whisperer Anna Twinney for this one-of-a kind blend of horseback riding adventures, horse whispering and life coaching. Featured in The Wall Street Journal and on networks from Al Jazeera TV to the Martha Stewart Show, and recognized by both British Royalty and the U.S. Government for her revolutionary approach, Anna has transformed the landscape of natural horsemanship by bringing animal communication to the forefront of the "whisper." Her compassionate, force-free methodology has touched thousands of horse-human relationships worldwide, from wild mustangs to movie horses and misunderstood companions seeking a voice.
Aug 2026
Pura Vida Connection: Holistic Horsemanship in Paradise
- Where Costa Rican Spirit Meets Equine Wisdom
Join internationally renowned horse whisperer Anna Twinney, featured in The Wall Street Journal and on networks from Al Jazeera TV to the Martha Stewart Show. Recognized by both British Royalty and the U.S. Government for her revolutionary approach, Anna has transformed the landscape of natural horsemanship by bringing animal communication to the forefront of the "whisper." Her compassionate, force-free methodology has touched thousands of horse-human relationships worldwide, from wild mustangs to movie horses and misunderstood companions seeking a voice.
Aug 2026
Demystifying Executive Presence for Women
- With international leadership expert, Renee Dineen
This retreat is designed for women leaders who want to refine their leadership style and presence in a truly transformative way. Guided by Renée Dineen at Tula Vida, Costa Rica, you’ll explore the latest leadership principles while receiving real-time, non-judgmental feedback from the horse herd — biofeedback sensors who respond authentically to how you show up, without filters or agendas. Through somatic practices, coaching, and equine-guided sessions, you’ll discover how to align your inner energy with your outer presence so you can lead with clarity, authenticity, and purpose.
Sep 2026
Unbridled Harmony
- A Journey into Heart-Centered Healing
Experience the harmony that arises when horses guide us into deeper awareness of body, mind, and spirit. Equine body-balance practitioner Lynn Reed and equine-facilitated growth guide Abby Neesen invite you into a heart-centered space where movement, energy, and connection with the herd open the way to renewal, clarity, and lasting calm.
Coming soon
Wild Within
- Before you Leap, You Listen
Join Deborah Hanlon, internationally recognized intuitive medium and transformational guide, for a mini-retreat at Tula Vida. Deborah blends science, spirituality, and intuition to help you reconnect with your body, truth, and inner wisdom. Through embodiment practices, nature immersion, and intuitive guidance, this retreat offers a space to slow down and return to your natural rhythm.
Coming soon
Swimming with Horses
- Paradise Beach Ride
This is a once in a lifetime experience to not only ride horses on pristine white beaches and mountain trails with fabulous views, but also to hang out with them on the beach and play/swim with them in the ocean!
Coming soon
Beach Ride
- Horses, Ocean & Pure Joy. SOLD OUT
Horse-lover's dream on the Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Ride along the beach, swim with your horse, play in the sand, or simply relax in a hammock as they munch nearby.
Are you ready?
The horses are waiting for you!
At Tula Vida, the pace slows. Horses want to be around you, the fresh air hums with birdsong, and the land itself seems to welcome you home.
Here, in the heart of Costa Rica’s volcano valleys, you’ll find a ranch unlike any other — where nature is alive and accessible, where comfort meets wild beauty, and where every moment invites you to breathe, listen, and simply be.
Whether you join us for a restorative retreat or a private stay, your time here is an immersion into connection—with the land, with the herd, and with yourself.
Book a free call with Sally
Whether you’re feeling the pull or still just curious, this is a gentle space to ask questions, feel into the fit, and explore what your time here could look like.
(It’s a conversation, not a sales pitch—come as you are.)