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plan your visit 

Navigating your journey to Flō Retreat Center in Uvita, Costa Rica starts here.

Guidelines + Safety

Helpful tips to keep you safe, respectful, and in rhythm with the jungle 

General Guidelines 

  • No alcohol, drugs, or mind-altering substances (Flō is a dry retreat center) 

  • No smoking on property (step offsite + dispose responsibly) 

  • Wi-Fi is for work only - please avoid streaming 

  • Quiet Hours: 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM (pool closes at 10:00 PM) 

  • Please don't access chef's kitchen, pantry, or big fridges 

  • Don't flush anything down the toilet - paper and hygiene products go in the trash  (emptied 2x daily) 

  • Use only purified taps for drinking water 

  • Keep electronics stowed, but no need to lock in rooms 

  • Leave Flō’s property clean - tidy up after yourself, sort waste, and pick up litter when you see it 

  • No glass near the pool, rocks, or studio 

  • Please use bath towels ONLY for showering, not for the pool, beach, or river. Lost or ruined towels will incur a $20 per towel fee

Safety Tips

  • This is the jungle, be cautious! 

  • Avoid rivers during rain and after dark 

  • Never cross the second river if it is too high - wait or ask for help 

  • Don't explore slippery rocks or cliffs 

  • Stick to Flō’s side of the riverbank - the other side is private property 

  • Jungle = wildlife; be cautious and respectful 

  • No solo hikes - use the buddy system 

  • Wear shoes at dusk (snake time!) 

  • AC is for night use only (windows closed) 

  • There is 24/7 staff and security support  

Energy + Water Conservation 

  • AC is for night use only - keep windows closed, turn off in the morning, remote on rack

  • Close curtains during the day to keep rooms cool

  • Lights off when not in room; fan can stay on low 

  • Keep showers short (~5 mins max) - river and pool are great for cooling off too! 

  • Don't leave personal items in shared showers unless agreed with roommates 

Studio + Gym Usage

  • Please don't touch the music system/mics. You can use the gym stereo if you need to!

  • Please no glass or shoes in the yoga studio

  • You MUST wear shoes in the gym 

  • Please do not leave incense or candles burning unattended 

  • If you use the studio or gym at night, keep the door shut and turn off lights/shut the door when you leave to avoid bugs 

Community + Cultural Etiquette 

  • Costa Rica is a conservative culture - shirts & shoes in public, always 

  • You're representing Flō and Amor en Acción in the community

  • No haggling at shops or grocery stores - beach vendors only, and always with respect

  • When in doubt: be kind, be aware, and leave it better than you found it

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