New Year Reset: Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua

January 18–24, 2026

Yoga, plant-based detox meals, breathwork, and space to disconnect

Chia pudding parfait with sliced bananas, cacao nibs, and nuts served in a cocktail glass on a rustic wooden table – part of the plant-based meals at our Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua.

New Year Reset: 7‑Day Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua

Begin the year with a full reset. This all‑inclusive 7‑day retreat is designed to help you release the heaviness of the holidays and reconnect with yourself as you start a new cycle.

Over the course of the week, you’ll move through a program of daily yoga, plant‑based detox meals, breathwork, meditation, and curated workshops that support both body and mind. Set in the tranquil natural surroundings of the Laguna de Apoyo, it’s an opportunity to disconnect from the outside world and focus entirely on your wellbeing while we take care of you.

What's Included in Your Yoga & Detox Retreat at Villa Laguna?

  • Interior of a bright guest room at Villa Laguna with queen beds, wooden ceiling, and patio doors opening to a private outdoor seating area – yoga retreat accommodation in Nicaragua

    Accommodation (7 Days/6 Nights)

    Choose a private or shared room at Villa Laguna, each with hot water and a private bathroom. Rooms are allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis — the best views go to the earliest bookings!

  • Colorful plant-based detox meal with vegetable rolls, fresh greens, and soup served on a dark wooden table – vegan cuisine at Nicaragua yoga retreat

    Vegan Cuisine (Detox Focus)

    Enjoy vibrant, plant-based detox meals made with local ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included daily — carefully balanced for nourishment and flavor while supporting the body’s natural reset.

  • Group yoga class in a lakeside shala overlooking Laguna de Apoyo, with participants seated on yoga mats facing the water – yoga retreat practice in Nicaragua

    Two Daily Yoga Classes

    Practice twice a day in our peaceful waterfront shala overlooking the volcanic lagoon. Mornings are energizing, evenings are slow and restorative. All levels are welcome — no experience necessary.

  • Guests participating in a cacao ceremony and mindfulness workshop at Villa Laguna Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua.

    Workshops & Special Sessions

    Enjoy a special workshop each day to support your detox journey. These may include mindfulness, breathwork, heart‑opening sessions, and gentle practices to help you release and reconnect.

  • Villa Laguna retreat driver holding a guest welcome sign next to a blue car with open trunk, ready for airport pickup in Nicaragua

    Airport Transfers

    We include private roundtrip transfers from Managua International Airport (MGA), so your arrival and departure are smooth and easy. Just send us your flight details—we’ll handle the rest.

  • Horse receiving care through Villa Laguna’s animal welfare donations as part of the Yoga & Detox Retreat program in Nicaragua.

    Animal Welfare Donation

    Part of your retreat fee supports local animal welfare organizations we work with regularly. Your stay helps care for dogs, cats, horses, and turtle conservation projects in Nicaragua.

What’s Not Included in Your Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua

Smiling yoga retreat participants seated on a wooden platform under palm trees at Villa Laguna in Nicaragua, making heart mudras after a group class

  • Flights to/from Nicaragua – You’ll need to fly into Managua International Airport (MGA).

  • Travel insurance – Highly recommended to cover any unexpected events or last-minute changes.

  •  Extra activities and services – Optional and available to book during your stay, such as massages or additional workshops.

  •  Gratuities – Optional, but always appreciated by our local team.

Start the Year Fresh, Focused, and Full of Life

Meet Your Hosts

Yoga teacher Miriam Rodríguez Márquez guiding a seated meditation session at Villa Laguna’s open-air yoga deck surrounded by trees and soft lighting.

Miriam Rodríguez Márquez

A few years ago, Miriam left behind a fast-paced international career in aviation after a documentary on veganism shifted her path.

She became a certified Health Coach specialized in plant-based nutrition and eventually settled inside a volcanic crater in Nicaragua, where she co-founded Villa Laguna.

Originally from Spain, she has called Laguna de Apoyo home for over 8 years. A 200-hour certified Hatha Yoga Teacher, trained in India, she lives surrounded by rescued animals and hosts conscious travelers seeking to reconnect through yoga, meditation, nourishing meals, and nature.

Saffron Joy Bloom playing a wooden flute during a breathwork and relaxation session at Villa Laguna, with a participant lying on a mat nearby and tropical plants in the background.

Saffron Joy Bloom

Saffron is a woman who has traveled the world in search of experiences that would shape her path as a healer.

Rooted in rural Aotearoa (New Zealand), she is now cherished at Villa Laguna for her warm, inclusive, joyful, and deeply intuitive presence. Through practices like yoga, breathwork, meditation, dance, cacao, music, and self-care, she helps others reclaim sovereignty and self-love.

Her vision is that the tools, rituals, and insights she shares ripple outward, empowering people to carry the healing into their daily lives and wider communities.

Miriam and Saffron with a group of past retreat participants at Villa Laguna, smiling together on the patio.
A colorful glass jar layered with chia pudding, fresh fruit, granola, and hibiscus jam — a plant-based detox breakfast served at the retreat in Nicaragua
The lakeside yoga shala at Villa Laguna with a thatched palm roof, overlooking the calm crater lake and lush tropical garden

Is Our Yoga & Detox Retreat in Nicaragua Right for You?

It is for you if:

  • You’re craving a full-body reset in a space that feels grounded, peaceful, and deeply connected to nature.

  • You’re looking for a retreat guided by experienced, heart-led facilitators. People who hold space with presence, warmth, and deep care—for you, your process, and the creation of a space that feels both grounded and expansive.

  • You love the idea of unplugging from the noise of everyday life to immerse yourself in yoga, meditation, breathwork, nourishing meals, and deep rest.

  • You’re ready to give your body and mind a break—releasing what no longer serves you while replenishing with clean, plant-based meals and slow, intentional living.

  • You want to feel held in a space where you don’t need to perform or impress anyone—just be you.

  • You want to be based right by the water, surrounded by trees, birdsong, and good-hearted people for a week that nourishes you on all levels.

  • You love animals, and supporting their wellbeing is something that deeply matters to you.

  • You want to be well looked after. Our team is here to serve you, and we’ll do everything in our power to make your stay as enjoyable and easeful as possible.

It is not for you if:

  • You’re seeking a luxury stay with all the bells and whistles. Villa Laguna is an eco-conscious, homely space made with natural materials—comfortable, clean, and lovingly designed, but intentionally low-impact. There’s no A/C.

  • You’re not on board with a plant-based lifestyle. Our gourmet vegan menu is thoughtfully crafted to exceed nutritional needs while avoiding all animal products. Meals are a big part of your detox journey here. No alcohol will be served this week.

  • You don’t like bugs or other little creatures that come inherently with living in nature. It’s not all cute monkeys and fireflies when you’re inside a nature reserve. We do our best to keep any unwanted companions at bay, but you may meet one or two—and we hope you’ll be cool about it :)

  • You have a severe pet dander allergy. We live with 9 rescue cats and 4 rescue dogs (plus occasional furry visitors). We do our best to keep things clean, but this is definitely not a pet-free environment.

  • You’re hoping for full autonomy or lots of sightseeing. This retreat is designed as a restorative container. While you’ll have spacious free time for rest and reflection, the rhythm of the week is intentionally crafted to support your detox journey. If you prefer a fully do-your-own-thing kind of trip, our DesignYourBliss Yoga Retreats might be a better fit.

Step into the New Year with Clarity & Calm at Laguna de Apoyo

Choose between a shared option (we’ll pair you with another participant of the same gender) or a private room if you prefer a little more privacy. All rooms have a private bathroom and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • SHARED ROOM: $1,500 USD per person (Subscribers get $100 USD off and only pay $1,400 USD per person!)

  • PRIVATE ROOM FOR 1 PERSON: $1,800 USD per person (Subscribers get $100 USD off and only pay $1,700 USD per person!)

  • PRIVATE ROOM FOR 2 PEOPLE: $2,900 USD for both (Subscribers get $200 USD off and only pay $2,700 USD for both!)

  • PRIVATE ROOM FOR 3 PEOPLE: $4,300 USD for all (Subscribers get $300 USD off and only pay $4,000 USD for both!)

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Retreat Investment & Booking Details

Hands preparing fresh fruit bowls in the kitchen at Yoga & Detox Retreat at Villa Laguna, Nicaragua
Twin beds in a bright forest-view room with private bathroom and wooden ceiling at Villa Laguna retreat center
Close-up of hands giving a back massage during the Yoga & Detox Retreat at Villa Laguna in Nicaragua

* IMPORTANT PAYMENT & CANCELLATION INFORMATION * 

  • A $300 USD non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance is due one month before the retreat begins, or whenever the retreat fills up — whichever comes first.

  • We accept payments via bank transfer (USD and NIO accounts available) and/or PayPal. Please note that participants are responsible for any fees charged on their side.

  • If the minimum group size (6 participants) is not reached, the organizer reserves the right to cancel the retreat up to one month before the start date. In this case, deposits will be refunded in full.

  • If you need to cancel for any reason, payments already made cannot be refunded or transferred to another retreat. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unexpected events or cancellations.

What Past Guests Say About Their Retreat Experience at Villa Laguna

"This trip was more than I ever expected. The yoga with Miriam and Saffron, the cacao ceremony, the hammocks, the views — all amazing. Miriam made everything so easy and the staff was so warm and kind. […] We couldn’t be happier with our memories."

- Ursula W. (USA)

"The retreat with Miriam and Saffron felt like paradise. The yoga was amazing, and the vegan food was truly out of this world. […] I am beyond grateful for this unforgettable experience."

— Magdalena G. (USA)