Velamar is a rare fully titled 360± hectare (889.58-acre) private wildlife refuge located on the pristine northern Osa Peninsula, along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Recognized as one of the last large privately held reserves in the region, it offers oceanfront, rainforest, pasture, and estuary ecosystems in one of the most biodiverse areas on Earth. Its location places it within a vital biological corridor connecting Corcovado National Park, Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve, Isla del Caño Biological Reserve, and the Térraba Sierpe Wetland.
Natural Features
Over 2,000 meters (1.24 miles) of sandy beachfront and estuary access.
230+ hectares of untouched tropical rainforest, plus cleared pastureland suitable for low-impact development.
Diverse ecosystems including mangroves, swamps, beaches, and rainforest.
Verified habitats for jaguars, tapirs, scarlet macaws, sea turtles, crocodiles, and migratory bird species.
Direct views of Isla del Caño, 28 km offshore, renowned for snorkeling and diving.
Location & Accessibility
Northern Osa Peninsula, Boca de Ganado.
6 minutes from Drake Bay Airport.
Reachable by land, sea, or air.
Proposed Uses
Eco-resorts or boutique sustainable hotels.
Luxury wellness/retreat centers.
Scientific research or biodiversity tourism.
Carbon offset, rewilding, or conservation banking.
Private legacy landholdings.
Permitting & Zoning
Managed by SINAC under Costa Rica’s Ministry of Environment and Energy.
Portions designated as Private Wildlife Refuge (allowing low-impact eco-tourism).
Pastured parcels zoned for sustainable development.
Coastal setback regulations apply within 150m of high tide.
Key Investment Highlights
Rare large-scale contiguous holding with mixed-use ecosystems.
Part of a globally critical conservation corridor.
Verified biodiversity of threatened and endemic species.
Intellectual property, branding, and sanctuary rights included.
Investment highlights
Key Investment Highlights
- Rare large-scale contiguous holding with beachfront, rainforest, and estuary ecosystems.
- Critical biological corridor linking Corcovado National Park, Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve, and Térraba Sierpe National Wetland.
- Verified habitat for jaguars, tapirs, scarlet macaws, sea turtles, and migratory bird species.
- Intellectual property, branding, and sanctuary rights available as part of the sale.
- Frontage: Over 2,000 meters (1.24 miles) of direct sandy beachfront.
- Topography: Combination of elevated ocean-view ridges, flat pastureland, and 230+ hectares of protected tropical rainforest.
- Access: Just 6 minutes to Drake Bay Airport; accessible by land, sea, and air.
- Surroundings: Views of Isla del Cano Marine Reserve; direct connection to multiple national parks and conservation areas.
Proposed Uses
- Eco-resorts or boutique sustainable hotels
- Luxury wellness and retreat centers
- Scientific research facilities and biodiversity tourism
- Carbon offset, rewilding, or conservation banking initiatives
- Private legacy landholdings for family offices or institutional buyers
Permitting & Approvals
- All permitting and development approvals are obtained through Costa Rica’s National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), under the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE).
- Portions of the property already hold private wildlife refuge designation, which allows for pre-approved low-impact construction and eco-tourism development.
- Pastured parcels (such as P-0260578-95) offer cleared land more favorable for development, reducing impact on primary forest areas.
Zoning
- Zoning Authority: Municipality of Osa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica.
Zoning Description
- Portions of the land are designated as Pasture/Development Use, suitable for sustainable projects, eco-lodges, and hospitality infrastructure.
- Portions are designated as Protected Wildlife Refuge / Conservation, allowing for research, carbon sequestration, and limited low-impact eco-tourism operations.
- Coastal setback regulations (maritime zone) apply within the first 150 meters from the high-tide line, per Costa Rican law, safeguarding estuary and beachfront areas.
Unrivaled Location & Accessibility
- Located in Boca de Ganado, on the northern tip of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, one of the most biologically rich regions on Earth (per National Geographic).
- Easily accessible by land, sea, or air, with Drake Bay Airport just 6 minutes away.
- Directly facing the Pacific Ocean and within sight of Isla del Cano, a renowned marine reserve ideal for world-class diving and snorkeling.
- Expansive Oceanfront and Natural Terrain
- Over 2,000 meters (1.24 miles) of sandy beachfront and estuary access, ideal for eco-lodges, retreat centers, or sustainable resort development.
- Features diverse topography including elevated ocean-view points, flat pastureland, and 230+ hectares of untouched tropical rainforest.
- 360+ total hectares across two registered parcels: ( or 889.58 acres )
- 119 ha (1,191,950 m²) – elevated, forested terrain with pasture potential.
- 234 ha (2,730,461 m²) – pastureland ideal for responsible development without impacting primary forest.
- Maritime mile: 36.6 ha of coastal richness within a protected estuary zone.
- Biological Wealth & Global Conservation Value
- Part of a critical biological corridor connecting:
- Térraba Sierpe National Wetland (Ramsar-recognized),
- Corcovado National Park
- Golfo Dulce Forest Reserve, and
- Isla del Caño Biological Reserve.
- Home to an extraordinary array of endemic, threatened, and even undocumented species.
Verified habitat for:
- Jaguars, tapirs, and scarlet macaws,
- Four species of sea turtles,
- Migratory birds like osprey and spoonbills,
- American crocodiles and estuarine marine life.
