2026 Animal-Based Gathering

2026 Animal-Based Gathering | May 28–June 1, 2026 | Uvita, Costa Rica

Purchase your Animal-Based Gathering event pass and optional excursions here. Please be sure to select the appropriate ticket and add-ons when registering.

Excursion dates and times may adjust slightly as planning and scheduling are finalized, including changes related to weather, tides, or logistics. Any updates will be clearly communicated to all attendees.

By registering, you acknowledge and agree to the event policies, which are available on our website and included at checkout. Full event details and information can be found at animalbasedgathering.org, and we encourage you to check the website regularly for important updates.

If you have any questions, please contact tribe@abnrf.org

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Thursday, May 28, 2026, 3:30 PM – Monday, June 1, 2026, 8:00 PM, (CST)

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

11:59 PM, CST

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General Admission – Main Gathering Pass: This is your main ticket to the 2026 Animal-Based Gathering. This pass includes shared meals, community connection, movement, time with Paul Saladino, MD, and access to the full Gathering experience. Of the total cost, $145 is considered a tax-deductible contribution to ABNRF. Optional excursions are available to enhance your experience.

$895 per ticket

$145 of the ticket price is tax-deductible

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RSVP REQUESTED: Playa Hermosa Beach Community Time Join us Monday morning at 9:30 AM for a group beach outing to Playa Hermosa, another local favorite. Gather with fellow guests to swim in the warm Pacific waters, take a walk along the beach, and enjoy a relaxing morning together by the ocean. Transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

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VIP Insider Experience: In addition to full access to the Animal-Based Gathering, this VIP experience offers an opportunity to spend several hours with Paul on Thursday, May 28, before the Gathering officially begins. The experience includes a high-end animal-based lunch prepared exclusively for the group, time adventuring in the river (strong swimming skills required), and meaningful conversation with Paul in a small-group setting. This intimate experience will have a limited number of participants and is priced at $2,500, with $1,600 considered a tax-deductible contribution to the ABNRF.

$2,500 per ticket

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Group Surfing Lessons: Friday, 9:00AM: Catch the waves together! Book a 2 hour group surfing lesson and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience led by an expert instructor. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, this lesson combines adventure, teamwork, and the thrill of riding the ocean. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$65 per ticket

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RSVP REQUESTED: Beach Community Time: Join us for the morning at Marino Ballena National Park, home to Costa Rica’s famous Whale’s Tail.Walk the beach, enjoy the ocean, spot local wildlife, and take in one of Uvita’s most beautiful natural settings while connecting with fellow guests. National Park entrance fee and roundtrip transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

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Zip Lining: Friday, 1pm: Soar across 7 epic zip lines, explore 13 platforms, rappel down 3 descents, and test your nerve on 2 hanging bridges. Along the way, you’ll fly through pristine rainforest and likely spot monkeys, sloths, colorful birds, frogs, and more, a true Costa Rica adventure. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$95 per ticket

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RVSP REQUESTED: Join us Saturday morning at 10am for a visit to the local open-air market! A lively, flavorful experience filled with local artisans, fresh juices, cheeses, goat’s milk, and vibrant tropical fruits. Think of it as the most delicious grocery store you’ve ever explored, with a fun, social atmosphere. Included is a hamburger lunch from Segura’s at the market. Please register in advance so we can plan transportation and lunches accordingly. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be reserved separately.

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Waterfall Horseback Ride: Saturday, 1-4PM: Ride through lush forest trails on a guided horseback journey to a beautiful waterfall, where you’ll have the opportunity to relax and take a refreshing dip surrounded by nature. With carefully trained horses and small, personalized groups, this peaceful experience offers a memorable way to explore the reserve’s stunning landscapes and natural beauty. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$70 per ticket

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RSVP REQUESTED: Dominicalito Waterfall: Join us fon Saturday at 2:00 PM for a group visit to Dominicalito Waterfall, a beautiful local spot perfect for swimming, relaxing, and exploring together. Enjoy the natural pool below the falls, lounge on the surrounding rocks, or take a turn on the rope swing. Transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

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Monkey Mangrove Tour (approx. 1hr from Uvita-but worth it if you ask us!): Sunday, 11am: Enjoy a leisurely boat ride through the mangroves, where expert guides help you spot monkeys in their natural habitat along with other frequently seen wildlife, offering a rare opportunity to get up close for a truly unique experience. Lunch is included, and while the excursion is about one hour from Uvita, we highly recommend it (we’ve experienced it ourselves!); departure is around 9:30 AM from La Cusinga, or you can meet us there. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$75 per ticket

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Group Surfing Lessons: Monday, 9:00AM: Catch the waves together! Book a 2 hour group surfing lesson and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience led by an expert instructor. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, this lesson combines adventure, teamwork, and the thrill of riding the ocean. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$65 per ticket

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Beach Horseback Ride: Monday, 8:30AM-10:30AM: Enjoy a guided horseback ride through the reserve, including time along the beach where you can take in the stunning natural beauty. With carefully trained horses and small, personalized groups, this experience offers a memorable way to explore Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$70 per ticket

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General Admission – Main Gathering Pass: This is your main ticket to the 2026 Animal-Based Gathering. This pass includes shared meals, community connection, movement, time with Paul Saladino, MD, and access to the full Gathering experience. Of the total cost, $145 is considered a tax-deductible contribution to ABNRF. Optional excursions are available to enhance your experience.

$895 ($145 tax-deductible) per ticket

RSVP REQUESTED: Playa Hermosa Beach Community Time Join us Monday morning at 9:30 AM for a group beach outing to Playa Hermosa, another local favorite. Gather with fellow guests to swim in the warm Pacific waters, take a walk along the beach, and enjoy a relaxing morning together by the ocean. Transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

$0 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

VIP Insider Experience: In addition to full access to the Animal-Based Gathering, this VIP experience offers an opportunity to spend several hours with Paul on Thursday, May 28, before the Gathering officially begins. The experience includes a high-end animal-based lunch prepared exclusively for the group, time adventuring in the river (strong swimming skills required), and meaningful conversation with Paul in a small-group setting. This intimate experience will have a limited number of participants and is priced at $2,500, with $1,600 considered a tax-deductible contribution to the ABNRF.

$2,500 ($1,600 tax-deductible) per ticket

Group Surfing Lessons: Friday, 9:00AM: Catch the waves together! Book a 2 hour group surfing lesson and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience led by an expert instructor. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, this lesson combines adventure, teamwork, and the thrill of riding the ocean. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$65 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

RSVP REQUESTED: Beach Community Time: Join us for the morning at Marino Ballena National Park, home to Costa Rica’s famous Whale’s Tail.Walk the beach, enjoy the ocean, spot local wildlife, and take in one of Uvita’s most beautiful natural settings while connecting with fellow guests. National Park entrance fee and roundtrip transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

$0 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

Zip Lining: Friday, 1pm: Soar across 7 epic zip lines, explore 13 platforms, rappel down 3 descents, and test your nerve on 2 hanging bridges. Along the way, you’ll fly through pristine rainforest and likely spot monkeys, sloths, colorful birds, frogs, and more, a true Costa Rica adventure. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$95 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

RVSP REQUESTED: Join us Saturday morning at 10am for a visit to the local open-air market! A lively, flavorful experience filled with local artisans, fresh juices, cheeses, goat’s milk, and vibrant tropical fruits. Think of it as the most delicious grocery store you’ve ever explored, with a fun, social atmosphere. Included is a hamburger lunch from Segura’s at the market. Please register in advance so we can plan transportation and lunches accordingly. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be reserved separately.

$0 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

Waterfall Horseback Ride: Saturday, 1-4PM: Ride through lush forest trails on a guided horseback journey to a beautiful waterfall, where you’ll have the opportunity to relax and take a refreshing dip surrounded by nature. With carefully trained horses and small, personalized groups, this peaceful experience offers a memorable way to explore the reserve’s stunning landscapes and natural beauty. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$70 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

RSVP REQUESTED: Dominicalito Waterfall: Join us fon Saturday at 2:00 PM for a group visit to Dominicalito Waterfall, a beautiful local spot perfect for swimming, relaxing, and exploring together. Enjoy the natural pool below the falls, lounge on the surrounding rocks, or take a turn on the rope swing. Transportation included. * Note: A registration pass is required to attend.

$0 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

Monkey Mangrove Tour (approx. 1hr from Uvita-but worth it if you ask us!): Sunday, 11am: Enjoy a leisurely boat ride through the mangroves, where expert guides help you spot monkeys in their natural habitat along with other frequently seen wildlife, offering a rare opportunity to get up close for a truly unique experience. Lunch is included, and while the excursion is about one hour from Uvita, we highly recommend it (we’ve experienced it ourselves!); departure is around 9:30 AM from La Cusinga, or you can meet us there. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$75 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

Group Surfing Lessons: Monday, 9:00AM: Catch the waves together! Book a 2 hour group surfing lesson and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience led by an expert instructor. Perfect for beginners or those looking to refine their skills, this lesson combines adventure, teamwork, and the thrill of riding the ocean. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$65 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

Beach Horseback Ride: Monday, 8:30AM-10:30AM: Enjoy a guided horseback ride through the reserve, including time along the beach where you can take in the stunning natural beauty. With carefully trained horses and small, personalized groups, this experience offers a memorable way to explore Costa Rica’s beautiful landscapes. *Note: A registration pass is required to attend the event; individual activities cannot be purchased separately.

$70 ($0 tax-deductible) per ticket

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