Living in Flow Retreat: Nicaragua
April 5-11, 2025
Surf, Flow, and Sisterhood on the Emerald Coast.
If you're ready to solo-travel, embrace your power, and connect with a sisterhood of like-hearted women, this retreat is made for you! Through surfing, yoga, and hula hoop dance, you'll break free from old limits, build unshakable confidence, and reconnect with the vibrant woman you’ve always been. Every detail is taken care of—just meet us in Nicaragua! You’ll leave energized and fully aligned with the life you’re meant to lead.
A transformative retreat for free-spirited women.
Designed by women, for women.
I created this retreat just for you—a space to thrive through play, adventure, and authentic connection. My own journey of healing and growth through travel inspired me to design an experience that empowers personal transformation, builds a supportive community, and, above all, is FUN! Click below to learn more about my story and the inspiration behind Living in Flow Retreat.
Ground into presence with play.
Be it through yoga mat, surfboard, or hula hoop, a Living in Flow retreat is about connecting you to the innate wisdom of you body and the natural world around you.
Receive personalized support from skilled local instructors and trusted teachers. I (Melanie) personally lead select yoga and hula hoop classes, sharing my passion alongside our incredible team. Each session is designed to build confidence, push you to grow, and help you feel fully alive in your body. All levels welcome—beginners encouraged!
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The Living in Flow Retreat Experience.
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Just 1.5 hours from Managua Airport, Popoyo is a laid-back surf town on Nicaragua’s Pacific Coast, famous for its world-class waves, yoga culture, and breathtaking sunsets. It's the perfect backdrop to experience the raw beauty and spirit of Nicaragua.
We will be staying at 99 SURF LODGE, a Michelin Guide hotel with six stylish cabanas, each featuring private verandas, large sliding glass doors, air conditioning, hot water, daily maid service, and private bathrooms.
We’ve reserved the entire property exclusively for our retreat—including Taberna99, one of Popoyo’s top restaurants—so you can fully relax, connect, and savor every moment.
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Fuel your body, spark your senses, and connect over incredible meals and drinks, crafted with heart. From our signature welcome cocktail (or mocktail) to the last bite of passionfruit cheesecake, every dish is part of the experience.
Your retreat includes three delicious, chef-prepared meals a day, daily dessert, and unlimited filtered water, hot coffee, and iced coffee.
Our expert kitchen team creates fresh, locally sourced dishes that are artfully plated and made with love. (You can peek at the sample menu here!)
We’ll gather for family-style dinners either in the open-air restaurant or right on the beach at our unique sand-Tatami dining area. Breakfast and lunch are relaxed—you’re free to dine wherever you feel most inspired.
Expect a full-on foodie dream retreat. Dietary needs and preferences are happily accommodated.
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Surfing, hula hooping, and yoga aren’t about getting it perfect—they’re about stepping into your power, trusting your body, and finding freedom in movement. Surfing lets you flow with the ocean’s rhythm. Hula hooping unlocks your playful, magnetic energy. Yoga grounds you, builds resilience, and opens new space within. Whether you’re trying something for the very first time or deepening a practice, every moment is an invitation to believe in what you’re capable of.
All flow activities are included and guided by seasoned, supportive instructors who are here to cheer you on.
4 Yoga Classes: Gentle Vinyasa and Yin to ground, strengthen, and replenish.
3 Hula Hoop Classes: Open to all levels—no rhythm, no problem! Just come ready to play.
2 Group Surf Lessons: Held at Beginner’s Bay (experienced surfers can request 1:1 lessons at Popoyo Main Break).
No prior experience needed—just an open heart and adventurous spirit. We provide everything: mats, hoops, surfboards, and the encouragement to dive in.
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You didn’t come all the way to Nicaragua to miss out on its magic. Your retreat includes an unforgettable day trip to some of the country’s most iconic sights! We’ll take in epic views from Mirador de Catarina, feed monkeys on Lake Nicaragua—the largest lake in Central America—and wander the colorful colonial streets of Granada. If conditions allow, we’ll also visit Masaya Volcano to witness its mesmerizing, bubbling lava—a true bucket-list experience.
Scroll down to see photos from our adventure, and click here to check out my Nicaragua travel guides for even more inspiration!
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To make your journey effortless, round-trip airport transfers between Managua Airport (MGA) and the surf lodge are included in your retreat. We’ll coordinate pre-selected pick-up and drop-off times to ensure everything runs smoothly.
All transfers and day trips are handled by Pablo Travel Transport—trusted partners I’ve worked with for years. Our friendly local drivers are prompt, reliable, and ready to welcome you to Nicaragua!
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This is a luxurious, all-inclusive retreat where everything you need for an unforgettable experience is thoughtfully covered. Your retreat package includes stylish lodging, fresh, delicious meals, daily flow activities, round-trip airport transfers, and our epic day trip adventure.
The only additional costs are airfare, tips, lunch on excursion day, optional add-ons like beach massages or horseback riding, and any alcoholic beverages from the bar.
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Rates per person:
Bungalow Shared: $2,600 (early bird: $2,340)
Bungalow Private: $3,200 (early bird: $2,880)
Poolside Bunk: $2,600 (early bird: $2,340)
Poolside Shared: $2,900 (early bird: $2,610)
Poolside Private: $3,600 (early bird: $3,240)
Beachfront Shared (two): $3,200 (early bird: $2,880)
Beachfront Private: $4,100 (early bird: $3,690)
Payment plans are available. For more details, please read our full cancellation policy here.
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Video Testimonials
A video is worth a billion words, right? Sit back, relax, and watch through some of the heartfelt video testimonials from the 2024 women’s retreat.
But wait, excursion day is a WHOLE different vibe.
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One of the best days of the retreat is excursion day. Bright and early we head off to the Mirador de Catarina, home of the 23,000 year old volcanic crater lake, Laguna de Apoyo. This is a special place, and you will feel the magic. Next we boat the largest lake in Central America, Lake Nicaragua, stopping to feed monkeys and check out some of the 365+ mini islands with our local guide. Then we visit the beautiful colonial city of Granada, eat at Garden Cafe, check out the local artisans, and catch sunset at the best spot in town. This day wraps up with an epic (and optional) mini hike along the rim of a crater. Once the sun goes down, the bubbling lava of Masaya Volcano will blow your mind. Nicaragua is incredible. And you’ll never be the same after this trip.
I lived in Nicaragua for nine months and fell in love with everything about it. Getting to show you around a little slice of this country lights me up. Come get inspired by Nicaragua’s epic landscapes and friendly people.
“Sincerely, I cannot express enough how much this changed my life forever, forever.” — Cristi B.
*A portion of all ticket sales are donated to Sirenitas de Popoyo, a local program empowering young Nicaraguan girls through surf & education.
Ready to meet your new best friends? You’re about to be so supported & uplifted… get ready for the best girls week ever!