High-Level Program Overview
A 7-day Costa Rican escape where wild adventure meets lush tropical luxury. Led by Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing champion Dan Link, you’ll kayak through mangrove forests teeming with monkeys and exotic birds, trek to hidden jungle waterfalls, tackle whitewater rapids, take part in a surf day at Dominical Beach, and try your hand at primal skills that reconnect you to the earth. Each day you’ll also enjoy chef-prepared meals, dreamy jungle cabins, and a poolside view worth writing home about.
This retreat isn’t just about chasing thrills—it’s about savoring every moment. Between rafting runs and waterfall swims, you’ll sink into yoga, aerial arts, and sound baths, and end your nights in the kind of laughter-filled, dance-fuelled gatherings that forge lifelong friendships. Every skill level is welcome and every adventure is yours to choose—because here, the only thing mandatory is joy.
Who It’s For & Why People Come
Perfect for water lovers of all levels who want to:
- Paddle, swim, surf, and explore Costa Rica’s stunning waterscapes.
- Dive into physical adventure- comfort with moderate hiking and basic swimming ability recommended to get the most out of the experience.
- Experience the thrill of outdoor adventure with a queer-affirming crew.
- Learn new skills and test your limits in fun, supportive ways.
- Recharge your body and spirit with sun, saltwater, and movement.
- Reconnect with playfulness, spontaneity, and a sense of flow—on the water and in life.
WhAT TO EXPECT
The Experience: The raft drops into the rapid and for a split second we’re airborne—water explodes over us, my paddle slicing at nothing but foam. I’m screaming, laughing, clinging to the edge while the river tosses us around like it has a personal vendetta. And then—just as fast—we slide into the stillness of an eddy. The world slows. My breath catches.
I look around at the soaked, beaming faces of my crew—eyes wide with that holy-shit-we-just-did-that glow. As we drift into a gentler stretch, the guide signals, and someone flops backward into the water with theatrical flair. Within seconds, half of us are overboard, bobbing in the sun-warmed shallows, floating on adrenaline and hilarious jokes. The jungle leans in, the air buzzing with life, and I can’t remember the last time I felt this wild and free.Yes please, to all the queer joy, jungle magic, and just the right amount of adventure.
Program Highlights:
- Whitewater rafting on pristine Costa Rican rivers.
- Surf lessons and beach day in laid-back Dominical.
- Mangrove kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding safari.
- Embodied practices: yoga, aerial arts, and sound healing, including an optional mycelial microdose ritual.
- Primitive wilderness survival skills with Dan Link.
- Tantra Lite workshop to explore the body and pleasure in a safe environment.
- Local waterfall explorations.
- Pre- and post-retreat virtual prep and integration sessions + online community.
- On-site luxurious massages and spa treatments available throughout, including for those who wish to hang back from adventure tours.
Schedule Overview
Mornings start with movement—yoga, aerial arts, or a juicy embodiment practice—before breakfast and heading out to the day’s adventure. Some days it’s whitewater, some days surfing, and some days exploring mangroves or hiking to hidden jungle pools.
Afternoons often bring beach time, nature walks, or hammock naps, with evenings for group dinners, storytelling, and spontaneous mischief. Rainy season means everything is lush, alive, and dripping with possibility—yes, you will get wet, and yes, you will love it.
Investment & Logistics:
Duration: 7 days, 6 nights
Led by: Dan Link (six-time Naked and Afraid champion, Professional Biologist, Primitive Survivalist)
Group Size: Max 20 for safety and connection
Investment: Starts at $2,700 (see Program Guide for pricing details)
Scholarships: Available to those facing financial hardship, with documentation to support their application. Email welcome@qasa.house for more information.
Includes: All adventure tours & activities, safety equipment, expert facilitation, accommodation, chef-prepared meals and tropical beverages, ground transportation to and from airport, embodied practices (yoga, etc), integration support, and access to the online Qasa community.
