The Costa Rica Experience

January 4–11, 2027

Costa Rica 2027 Pickleball Retreat

Join Platinum Pickleball Travel for an in-demand pickleball retreat at the tropical Tilajari Hotel Resort, nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s lush rainforest. This curated experience blends high-level pickleball instruction, unforgettable excursions, warm hospitality, and the ideal Costa Rican escape.

Reserve Your Spot

7 Nights

Enjoy a full Costa Rica retreat experience at Tilajari Hotel Resort with tropical surroundings, warm hospitality, and a travel itinerary designed for comfort, adventure, and connection.

12+ Hours of Pickleball

Train, compete, and improve your game through a dynamic professional pickleball camp featuring covered courts, open play, round robin play, and skill-based court grouping.

5 Fabulous Tours

Experience Costa Rica through curated excursions, wildlife, rainforest adventure, hot springs, hanging bridges, and unforgettable local experiences.

What’s Included

  • 7-night Costa Rica retreat experience
  • 12+ hours of professional pickleball instruction
  • Covered pickleball courts
  • Open play during the day and night
  • Round robin play
  • 3 meals daily, except arrival and departure days
  • Five curated Costa Rica tours
  • Airport and ground transportation included
  • Meet & Greet welcome reception with beer and wine
  • Farewell group dinner
  • Half-pound Costa Rican coffee gift for each attendee
  • Skill-based player grouping
Non-playing guests are encouraged to attend and enjoy the full Costa Rica travel experience. Players will be paired based on skill ratings submitted during registration, with adjustments made as needed to create similarly skilled court groups.

Packages & Pricing

Double Occupancy

2 Camp Attendees

$5,998

$2,999 per person

Double Occupancy

1 Camp Attendee + 1 Non-Camp Attendee

$5,498

$2,749 per person

Single Occupancy

1 Camp Attendee

$3,597

Retreat Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival Day

Arrive at the San Jose airport. Transportation will be provided to the hotel, with shuttle service available because guests arrive at different times. No food is provided on arrival day.

Day 2 — Wildlife Tour + Resort Check-In

Leave San Jose after breakfast for a unique wildlife reserve tour and lunch at a local restaurant. Arrive at the resort for check-in, followed by a Meet & Greet welcome reception with beer and wine, then dinner.

Day 3 — Pickleball Camp + Open Play

Breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Pickleball camp from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The rest of the day is open for relaxing or additional pickleball play.

Day 4 — Hanging Bridges + Hot Springs

Breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, followed by two Costa Rica tours: Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs.

Day 5 — Pickleball Camp + Tour

Breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Pickleball camp from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. After lunch, a tour is scheduled.

Day 6 — Pickleball Camp + Round Robin

Breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Pickleball camp from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, followed by lunch. Round robin play from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, followed by the group farewell dinner.

Day 7 — Final Tour + Airport Hotel

Breakfast from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Check out of the resort. A tour is scheduled, followed by transportation to the airport hotel.

Day 8 — Departure Day

Breakfast is provided, along with shuttle transportation to the airport.

This itinerary is an outline. Final details, timing, and updates will be sent by email after booking confirmation.

Suggested Packing List

  • Court shoes
  • Tennis shoes or sneakers
  • Sandals you do not mind getting wet
  • Extra athletic wear
  • Casual dinner outfits
  • Long-sleeved attire for excursions
  • Swimsuit
  • Rain poncho
  • Bug repellent
  • Pickleball paddle
  • Passport
  • Chargers
  • Cash for optional tips