One Pride. Two Ways to Celebrate.
Join us in Costa Rica for 10 days of queer joy, jungle beauty, and two back to back Pride experiences. Come for wildlife and waterfalls, come for music and connection, or stay for both.
Wild, joyful, and held with more intention than your usual Pride week.
June Pride at Qasa
This is not one single retreat. It is one Pride celebration with two distinct experiences, held back to back on the same land. One is nature first, active, and awe filled. The other is more social, musical, playful, and celebratory. Both include daily yoga, time in nature, access to the property, beautiful accommodations, and queer community in the jungle.
Wildlife + Waterfalls
Qasa Pride
Choose Your Pride Path
Come for the experience that fits your energy best, or stay for both and move through the full arc of June Pride at Qasa.
Wildlife + Waterfalls
- June 14 to June 18, 2026
A jungle immersion for queer men who want wildlife, waterfalls, movement, and meaningful adventure.
Best for guests who want nature, exploration, and a more grounded rhythm.
Includes highlights:
- guided wildlife and birdwatching experiences
- multiple waterfall adventures
- daily yoga
- jungle hikes and naturalist led exploration
- beautiful accommodations and shared meals
Facilitators: Dan Link and Eugenio Garcia Lopez
Price: From $1,440 to $2,540
Qasa Pride
- June 18 to June 22, 2026
A more social and celebratory Pride experience with music, connection, movement, waterfalls, and playful queer magic.
Best for guests who want a softer, more intentional Pride with community, music, and joy.
Includes highlights:
- queer DJs and jungle dance energy
- daily yoga
- waterfalls and property experiences
- playful workshops and group moments
- beautiful accommodations and shared meals
Facilitators: Shelby Clark and Paul Wolsch
Price: From $880 to $1,880
Do Both
- June 14 to June 22, 2026
Start with wildlife, water, and jungle wonder. End with connection, music, and Pride celebration.
Best for guests who want the full 10 day journey and the richest experience of the land, the people, and the season.
Includes highlights:
- both experiences back to back
- one continuous Pride journey
- time to settle into the land more deeply
- a fuller mix of adventure, rest, celebration, and connection
Same Land. Different Energy.
Both experiences happen at Qasa and share the same jungle setting, daily yoga, nourishing meals, and queer community. What changes is the rhythm, focus, and feeling of each experience.
Wildlife + Waterfalls
More active
More nature focused
More wildlife and ecology
More adventure and exploration
A calmer social rhythm
Qasa Pride
More social
More musical and celebratory
More playful and flirtatious
More dance and community energy
A softer, more intentional Pride vibe
Choose the one that fits your current season, or let yourself have both.
Wildlife + Waterfalls
Why people come
- to explore Costa Rica through birds, waterfalls, and jungle trails
- to be in a queer group while doing something active and beautiful
- to reconnect with the living world in a direct and embodied way
- to enjoy a retreat that feels adventurous without feeling extreme
Key highlights
- guided wildlife and naturalist experiences
- multiple waterfall adventures
- jungle hikes
- daily yoga
- bonfires, shared meals, and time to connect
Qasa Pride
This is for queer men who want Pride to feel more alive, more connected, and more intentional. Qasa Pride blends music, dance, pleasure, waterfalls, yoga, and community in a jungle setting that feels joyful without being chaotic.
Why people come
- to celebrate Pride somewhere more beautiful and more real
- to dance, connect, and enjoy queer community without the usual rush
- to feel playful, expressive, and free in a held environment
- to experience a Pride gathering that includes both celebration and softness
Key highlights
- queer DJs and jungle dance energy
- waterfalls and shared adventures
- daily yoga
- playful and connection centered experiences
- communal moments designed for joy and belonging
What’s Shared Across Both Experiences
No matter which path you choose, you’ll be held by the same land, the same spirit of queer welcome, and the same invitation to move at your own pace.
Daily yoga
Jungle setting in Costa Rica
Beautiful accommodations
Shared meals
Time to rest and enjoy the property
Queer community and connection
Dates and Pricing at a Glance
Wildlife + Waterfalls
June 14 to June 18, 2026
- Camping — $1,440
- Shared 4 Bed Jungle Cabin — $1,740
- Shared Twin Jungle Cabin — $1,790
- Private King Cabin — $2,140
- Private Twin Cabin — $2,340
- Private Deluxe Cabin — $2,540
Qasa Pride
June 18 to June 22, 2026
- Camping — $880
- Shared 4 Bed Jungle Cabin — $1,180
- Shared Twin Jungle Cabin — $1,230
- Private King Cabin — $1,580
- Private Twin Cabin — $1,836
- Private Deluxe Cabin — $1,880
Want Both?
June 14 to June 22, 2026
If you want help joining both experiences, reach out and our team will guide you through the best registration option.
Meet the Guides and Hosts
Dan Link
Shelby Clark
Shelby Clark (he/him) is a certified yoga instructor, trained meditation guide, and somatic facilitator focused on helping queer people unlearn performance and return to authenticity.
Who June Pride at Qasa Is For
This may be for you if:
- you want Pride to feel more intentional
- you love queer community but also want beauty and breath
- you’re drawn to either nature, celebration, or both
- you want a held environment without losing the fun
- you like the idea of daily yoga, shared meals, and jungle mornings
This may not be for you if:
- you only want a big city party with no structure
- you are not interested in nature, group experience, or the retreat setting
- you want something loud and nonstop from beginning to end
- you do not want any balance between celebration and presence
Come as you are. No pressure. Plenty of choice.
The Arc of the Journey
Prepare
Before you arrive, we support you with screening, practical guidance, and intention setting so you can come in grounded and informed.
Experience
At Qasa, the journey unfolds through guided ceremony, embodiment, reflection, nature, rest, and connection.
Integrate
What happens here matters because of how it lands in real life. Integration is part of the retreat, not an afterthought.
Stay at Qasa
All cabins are handmade primarily from locally-sourced bamboo, and while they are protected from the elements and enclosed in mosquito netting, they are open air and have spectacular views of the jungle. Private and shared accommodation options are available.
Room options include shared 4 bed cabins, shared twin cabins, private king cabins, and private deluxe cabins.
Our Retreat Amenities include
Spectacular waterfalls
Enjoy six major waterfalls within walking distance along the Diamante River.
Beautiful yoga shala
Our shala space is a beautiful covered bamboo structure reaching out into the jungle with a direct view of the Diamante waterfall.
Communal bathroom and showers
All cabins share a beautiful bamboo bathhouse with hot water
Communal 5 person outdoor shower
3 private individual showers
Gym
Comprehensive collection of free weights (machines and cardio not available).
Pristine Nature
Located on a gorgeous 300-acre property in one of the world’s most biodiverse places in Costa Rica.
Abundant hiking
Explore several kilometers of private hiking trails right on the property.
On-site bodywork
Care for your body with a massage or energy work complimented by relaxing sounds of nature (additional cost).
Massages offered in your cabin or in our outdoor massage temple.
Research Spotlight: Psychedelics & LGBTQ+ Wellbeing
We proudly partnered on a prospective naturalistic study exploring the impact of a 7 day psychedelic retreat experience for LGBTQIA+ participants.
This research matters because queer communities have long been underrepresented, and at times harmed, in psychedelic spaces. Our role in this work reflects Qasa’s commitment to safety, inclusion, and experiences designed with queer people in mind.
Key Findings:
Mental Health
Participants reported significant reductions in depression, anxiety, and stress - improvements that persisted at the three-month follow-up.
Quality of Life
Measures of psychological, social, and environmental wellbeing all increased, with many describing a greater sense of stability, purpose, and joy in daily life.
Spiritual Connection
Many experienced a deepened sense of meaning, connection to something larger, and a renewed relationship with their own inner wisdom.
Self-Compassion & Authenticity
Participants reported feeling more comfortable in their identities, more self-accepting, and more willing to express their authentic selves.
Beyond the numbers, personal accounts revealed themes of belonging, liberation from shame, and profound emotional release. Many participants described the retreats as life-changing, offering both immediate breakthroughs and tools for continued growth.
This section shares findings from one prospective naturalistic study. Our retreats are non medical experiences for personal and spiritual development, and we do not diagnose, treat, or guarantee outcomes.
See Qasa for Yourself
A closer look at the land, the spaces, and the feeling of being here.
If Awaken is calling you, start with the application.
Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate, supported, and fully private.
All guests go through a short screening call to help ensure this retreat is the right fit.
APPLY HERE
We take seriously every application so we appreciate you take the time to apply by booking a call with our team and provide your contact info. We will get to know you better, answer all your questions and guide you through the booking process.
frequently asked questions
FAQs
Got questions about our retreats in Costa Rica? Read the FAQs or get in touch via the contact form below.
Need more insights? Read our comprehensive blog about all things retreat-related in Costa Rica.
Qasa is a queer sanctuary nestled in the lush Costa Rican jungle. We are a hotel and retreat center offering a mix of transformative experiences, playful freedom, embodied pleasure, wellness, and connection — all centered around the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re coming for a retreat, a hotel stay, or an event, we welcome you with open arms (and optional clothes).
While our retreats are predominantly for GBTQ+ men, our hotel welcomes all guests who value conscious community, natural beauty, and authentic connection – regardless of background, identity, or how you love.
Qasa offers an eco-chic boutique hotel and transformational experiences, including sacred plant journeys, nature-based adventures and embodied pleasure retreats. We also offer intentional gatherings, parties, and festivals, as well as daily world-class classes, workshops, and events.
Yes! You can stay with us as a hotel guest during “off-retreat” times. It’s a beautiful way to enjoy nature, community, and rest. Check availability here.
Key community agreements include respect, radical self-expression, inclusivity and non-judgment, clothing-optional, consent, sex positivity, intentionality, responsible use of consciousness-altering substances, clear communication, and co-creation.
Absolutely. We celebrate body freedom and comfort. Nudity is welcome in common areas, and respected as a non-sexual form of self-expression. Please always sit on a towel 🙂
Yes. We are an adults-only space (18+). Our programming and environment are not suitable for children.
Yes, Costa Rica has a good track record in terms of safety, and its growing social acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community makes it a relatively safe destination.
In Costa Rica, personal participation in sacred plant ceremonies for spiritual growth is not penalized under current law, with enforcement focused on trafficking rather than individual practice. While the landscape remains unregulated and evolving, ceremonies conducted in genuine spiritual contexts may benefit from constitutional protections; we honor these traditions with full respect for Costa Rican law and culture.
After you apply, our team will invite you to a short screening call to help ensure this retreat is the right fit for you.
Yes. Awaken is held as a fully private retreat. Activities and meals are exclusive to your group.
We include preparation before arrival, support during the retreat, and integration after the retreat.
No. You do not need previous retreat experience. What matters most is openness, honesty, and willingness to engage at your own pace.
Awaken is a non sexual sacred space grounded in consent, care, privacy, and depth.
Your investment includes accommodations, meals, airport transportation, retreat programming, facilitation, and integration support.
Awaken is a non medical retreat for personal and spiritual development. Our focus is on supported inner work, preparation, and integration in a trauma informed setting.
Getting to QASA
- Qasa is located 3.5-4.5 hours from San Jose International airport (SJO), and roughly 1.25 hours from Quepos Airport (XQP) which has regular flights from SJO on Sansa Airlines and Green Airways
- After booking a stay at Qasa we will be happy to help you book a private taxi through a trusted provider. Private taxi rates (subject to change) are approximately:
- $180 from San Jose or SJO Airport
- $80 from Quepos or XQP Airport
- $90 from Manuel Antonio
- $30 from Dominical
- $30 from San Isidro
- If renting a car, a 4×4 is required to access the hotel in the rainy season
- The most economical option to arrive is to take a public bus to San Isidro or Dominical and then take a private taxi
