Join us to come "back to the ocean" on the stunning Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. 

Led by seasoned traveler Calen Otto and hosted by Finca Ganadito, this unruly group trip will take participants into the lush jungle of Costa Rica. Arriving by boat or plane, getting to the eco farm is all part of the adventure.

Finca Ganadito is more than a place to sleep at night; it's a social hub committed to sustainability and eco-minded living. And we're not just distant guests — we'll get a taste of alternative community living as we get our hands dirty to rewild the land and learn what farm-fresh food is really about. But it's hardly work. Each day we’ll embark on epic adventure to explore the surrounding nature preserve, beaches, or secret waterfall. The group will balance free time with themed yoga classes, Spanish lessons, nighttime yoga Nidra, a special "back to the sea" ritual, and more. All of our adventures will be fueled by deliciously crafted vegan meals made on site. 

🐢 Oh yeah, did we mention the baby sea turtles? Join a sea turtle night patrol to make sure the mothers can safely lay their eggs or participate in sea turtle hatchery work to release babies on site.

Adventures & workshops may include:

- Farm and medicinal plant tour

- Biodiversity monitoring survey

- Producing coconut oil and coconut milk

- Making soap from coconut oil

- Homemade tortilla workshop

- Spanish classes

- Yoga classes

- Sunset beach volleyball

Please note: There are extra activities offered during the week that are NOT included in trip price. Travelers are able to hand-pick these add-on adventures to their liking. Optional adventures include:

- Corcovado National Park tour

- Snorkeling or diving at Caño Island

- Floating river tour (Calen's favorite!)

- Night bug tour

- Birdwatching tour

- Sunset catamaran tour

Trip details:

👉 Vegan-friendly

👉 Queer-friendly

👉 Volunteer trip

👉 Supports local, vegan, queer and female-owned businesses

Itinerary note:

The itinerary below is an example. Schedule will change due to seasonal conditions, chosen group activities, and more.

WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR?

This trip is for anyone 18+. This is a queer and vegan-friendly trip, but participants do not need to be queer or vegan to join.

PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY

This trip can be paid for upfront or in 3 installments. At least 25% of full trip price is due at booking. The last payment is due 2 months before the trip start date. Inquire about customized payment plans by hitting "ask a question" or emailing trip leader at calenotto@gmail.com.

SPOT PENDING:

25% Down Payment - REFUNDABLE

Additional Payments - REFUNDABLE

SPOT CONFIRMED:

25% Down Payment - NON-REFUNDABLE

Additional Payments - REFUNDABLE

90 DAYS PRE-TRIP:

25% Down Payment - NON-REFUNDABLE

Additional Payments - NON-REFUNDABLE

PACKING LIST & LIABILITY

After confirming your spot a packing and trip recommendation list (that includes resources for travel insurance & how to find cheap flights) will be sent to you. You will be required to sign a liability waiver before attending this trip.

Arriving by boat or plane, getting to Finca Ganadito is all part of the adventure. Hangout and get to know your fellow travelers as they arrive, or take a short walk down to the stunning coastline. Home-made dinner prepared by Finca Ganadito.

*This is an example schedule that will change due to seasonal conditions, chosen group activities, and more.

Wake up to the sound of rainforest critters before joining a peaceful all-levels yoga class. Enjoy a hearty breakfast before orientation and farm tour, learning about medicinal plants and sustainability efforts along the way.

After a home-grown lunch, travelers can join an optional all-levels Spanish class with Rob. Free time to mermaid at the beach or hangout in the hammocks and journal before dinner. When the sun goes down support local conservation efforts by joining a sea turtle night patrol.

Join Rob for an early morning biodiversity walk where you'll survey the surrounding ecosystem for birds, monkeys, and more. After lunch we'll learn what regenerative farming really means: making fertilizer, soil, planting boxes, plant food, and more. Sink your hands into the dirt and participate in real farm-to-table food.

Enjoy a massage before dinner (optional add-on) or hike to the local secret waterfall. Drift to sleep with a nocturnal yoga Nidra class by Calen.

Enjoy a slow morning and breakfast before heading out on a national park adventure. Travelers may see tapirs, monkeys, sloths, macaws, and more. Lunch at the park. (Travelers who opt to stay at the Finca can choose their own adventure.)

Reconvene at night over Rob's famous turtle talk. Learn more about this epic discussion here.

Day 5 is all about island beach adventures. After breakfast head out to Caño Island for some of the best snorkeling in Costa Rica.

After a hearty lunch, set out for laughs and group bonding with the stunning sunset as your backdrop on a catamaran tour. Home-made dinner back at Finca Ganadito. (Travelers who opt to stay at the farm can enjoy free time, beach volleyball, and more.)

Day 6 is all about soaking in the peace and harmony of the jungle. Optional silent disco to start the day in the Round House. After breakfast travelers can opt for the floating river tour (Calen's favorite!) and observe wildlife from the cooling river current.

Dinner back at the finca before Calen & Sam's "Back to the Ocean" ritual. It's all about giving gratitude for what is, letting in the healing power of nature, and letting go of what's no longer needed. Dinner followed by a jungle dance party.

After early morning yoga spend your final full day with your newly cherished friends. Eat breakfast before doing all things coconut: learn how to make coconut milk, soap, and bowls. Be a kid and let your creative juices flow.

Lunch is followed by friendship free-time before savoring our rich coconut curry for dinner.

On day 8 it's time to say goodbye to Finca Ganadito. Enjoy one last breakfast around the table as you exchange contacts, favorite memories, and teary goodbyes.