Conservation & Wellness Retreat

Conservation & wellness retreat

Costa RicA

Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

March 1st - 7th, 2026

$4,750 USD

Overview

Welcome to the Osa Peninsula — the most biologically intense place on Earth, home to 2.5% of the planet's entire biodiversity.

Here, scarlet macaws glide above rainforest canopies, sea turtles nest on moonlit beaches, and every sound reminds you that nature still runs the show.
This retreat was built for those who give so much — vets, conservationists, students, and everyday nature lovers — to finally give something back to both the planet and themselves.
It’s part hands-on conservation mission, part wellness reset, part community.
Veterinarians can also earn 10 hours of RACE-approved continuing education (CE) credit, making this retreat as professionally rewarding as it is personally rejuvenating.
You’ll leave with a full heart, restored energy, and a renewed sense of purpose.

THE EXPERIENCE:
Base yourself at the Osa Conservation Campus, a working research hub tucked deep in the jungle, 50 minutes from Puerto Jiménez.
Wake to howler monkeys. Walk from rainforest to lab in a single breath. Dine alongside scientists, wildlife vets, and local conservationists working on the frontline.
Every day blends purposeful fieldwork with intentional rest — because real impact starts with people who aren’t running on empty.

This retreat is rare collaboration between The Global Protagonists and Veterinary Wellness Retreats — a restorative field experience designed to care for those who care for the planet

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HIGHLIGHTS

Sea-turtle patrols — learn nesting ecology, monitor beaches, and (with luck) release hatchlings under the stars.

Big-cat conservation workshop — join researchers studying pumas and jaguars through camera-trap data, GPS collaring, and field tracking.

Full-day Corcovado trek — one of the most biodiverse trails on Earth; spot monkeys, coatis, poison-dart frogs, and cool off in a jungle river.

Daily wellness sessions with Dr Sheddy — sunrise yoga, grounding meditations, breathwork, and science-backed resilience training.

10 hrs RACE-approved CE on wellbeing, sustainable practice, and the art of not burning out. (Certificate provided)

Wildlife & Wellness Session: Finding Your Place in the Story — a raw, practical conversation on building a purpose-driven career in conservation. Hear lessons from the field, explore real pathways into impact work, and uncover how to align your skills with the planet’s needs.

Bird-watching tour — scarlet macaws, toucans, hummingbirds, and a chorus that will ruin city mornings forever.

Night hike — search for kinkajous, tapirs, and other elusive rainforest residents.

Optional projects (TBC):

Support camera-trap or collaring deployments with Osa Conservation’s research team.
Assist a community spay/neuter outreach in Puerto Jiménez.
Explore a 100-ft canopy tower or hidden jungle waterfall.

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Includes:

6 nights eco-accommodation (dorm, twin & private options)
All meals + filtered water
Airport transfers (PJ ↔ Osa Campus)
Daily wellness sessions (yoga, breathwork, meditation)
10 hrs RACE-approved CE + certificate (for non-vets: 10 hr Wellness Certificate + 20 hr Conservation Participation Certificate)
All conservation activities (sea turtles, camera traps, Corcovado trek etc.)
Contribution to Osa Conservation projects
TGP on-site hosts & support team

Excludes:

International & domestic flights (SJO ↔ PJ)
Travel insurance, tips, personal expenses

WHY THIS RETREAT?

Earn RACE-approved CE points while supporting real conservation.
Join two of the field’s leading wildlife vets for mentorship & career insights.
Restore your energy through science-based wellness practices.
Experience one of the planet’s most biodiverse places with an impact you can measure.
Forge lifelong connections with like-minded professionals and changemakers.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Veterinarians & Vet Students (seeking RACE CE credit)
Wildlife Professionals & Conservationists
Students, Researchers & Nature Lovers
Anyone curious, compassionate, and ready to make an impact

No prior experience required — just an open mind and a love of wild places. Guests and partners welcome.

WELLNESS & REST

Each day balances purposeful conservation work with intentional rest.

Mornings may begin with yoga under the palms, afternoons with sea-turtle patrols or guided hikes, and evenings with slow dinners and reflection circles.

Because burnout helps no one - this retreat invites you to reconnect, recharge, and realign with why you fell in love with this work in the first place.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1 — Arrival & Welcome

Arrive in Puerto Jiménez → transfer to campus. Evening circle & intro dinner.

Day 2 — Sea Turtles

Morning wellness session → career workshop → night beach patrol & possible hatchling release.

Day 3 — Predators & Prey

Yoga → camera-trap workshop & setup → data review under the stars.

Day 4 — Corcovado Jungle Trek

Full-day guided hike → river swim → optional sunset meditation.

Day 5 — Community & Culture

Optional outreach clinic or local visit → evening storytelling with field researchers.

Day 6 — Reflection & Restoration

Morning CE workshop on wellbeing & purpose → afternoon by the ocean → closing celebration dinner.

Day 7 — Farewell & Departure

Yoga & breakfast → impact briefing → transfer to Puerto Jiménez airport.

(Final itinerary may adjust based on field conditions and wildlife activity — because nature sets the schedule.)

ACCOMODATION & MEALS

Lodging: Stay in comfortable eight-person jungle dorms, separated by gender and designed to feel welcoming, spacious, and connected to nature. You can request to share with a friend or travel companion when booking. For those seeking extra privacy, a limited number of single-room or bungalow upgrades are available (subject to availability and final confirmation).

Meals: All meals are provided, and will feature a mix of Central American and international cuisines. All dietary needs can be accommodated.

A limited number of private bungalows are available for those wanting extra space and privacy. This upgrade is $500 USD (pending availability). To request a single supplement or room upgrade, please email admin@globalprotagonists.com.

TRAVEL AND LOGISTICS

Fly to San José (SJO) → 1-hr scenic flight to Puerto Jiménez
50-min 4WD transfer to Osa Conservation Campus
Once you arrive in PJ, everything’s handled — meals, transport, conservation fees, and activities

TRIP CONFIRMATION

Trips are confirmed at least 90 days before departure.

To be safe, please hold off on booking flights or non-refundable plans until you’ve received written confirmation from The Global Protagonists.

Ready To Step Into The Story?
Spaces are intentionally limited to keep this experience immersive, intimate, and impactful.
Join us for a week that nourishes both you and the planet — a journey that redefines what it means to travel with purpose.

Because changing the world shouldn't come at the cost of your wellbeing.

Radical Transparency, Real Impact

Every booking directly supports Osa Conservation’s ongoing programs in sea-turtle protection, rainforest restoration, and wildlife health.

Your contribution may help fund new camera traps or a tracking collar expanding the jaguar-monitoring network.

Throughout the week, you’ll receive daily “Radical Transparency Briefs” — real updates on the tangible difference your group is making.

At the end of the week, you’ll see the tangible results of your participation: the data collected, species protected, and community projects sustained.

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