Holistic Wellness Retreats with Wild Dolphins and Whales

“It is true that oceans give us life, but our planet’s wild places also make life worth living, and help heal us when we are broken.”

J Nichols, The Blue Mind

Find out more about our current and upcoming retreats (more to come!):

Healing through joy, play and F.U.N.

with wild dolphins and whales

'Paying It Forward' with donations to true dolphin and whale sanctuaries

F.U.N. is a

Fundamental

Universal

Need

Improve Your Resiliency and Health through JOY and Play!

Have you ever dreamed of swimming in warm, turquoise water with free dolphins who CHOOSE to be with you?

The dolphins show us the importance of JOY and play and how to live life to the fullest. Research shows that play is an essential aspect of a healthy life throughout the life cycle--as important as sleep, exercise or nutrition!

(Re)claim your healthy, peaceful and joyful essence.

Holistic Dolphin Retreats in Bimini, Bahamas and Mozambique in Africa with spotted and bottlenose dolphins. These dolphins are well known to us and come and play often.

We respect them as equals with free will. It is their choice to play or interact, or not (but they usually do!).

We apply the lessons the dolphins and whales show us both in and out of the water.

You will return to your world completely touched and changed by the magic the dolphins and whales share in their world.

two dolphins swimming in the water with their heads turned to look like they are swimming
two dolphins swimming in the water with their heads turned to look like they are swimming
swim with wild dolphins
swim with wild dolphins

Wellness and Healing with the WHALES

"For to witness majesty, to find yourself literally touched by it--isn't that what we've all been waiting for?"

David Sedaris, Humorist

A Miraculous Story Awaits You
kissing a whale
kissing a whale

Why do these whales WANT us to touch them?

a whale eye underwater
a whale eye underwater
swim with a whale
swim with a whale
What would it be like to be this close to a
free whale?

Discover the magic of connecting with whales on a deeper level.

We'll show you how to communicate with these amazing beings.

Immerse yourself in the healing energy of the whales and their ocean world and experience true transcendence.

Meet them in their world

I co-create magical retreats with wild dolphins and whales

Experience the transformative power of connecting with dolphins and whales just like I did more than 25 years ago.

I am always humbled to see the magic that happens on retreats. It's undeniable.

Jeanne Teleia

Mermaid woman swimming in the ocean
Mermaid woman swimming in the ocean

Welcome, Aloha, Bonjour, Buenos Dias

Testimonials

"I went with Jeanne on a wild dolphin encounter and as I swam with the dolphins I could hear their clicks, whistles and chirps. I felt it throughout my body and immediately noticed the hard knot of anxiety that was often present in my chest just dissolve. Joy came in then and took up the space that was supposed to live there!"

D.A.

"I’ve been on many retreats and this was right up there as one of the best. Of course, it was up to me to do the work, but Jeanne sent out great introspection questions and kept gently reminding us to do the work. I’d go someplace again with her. I had four goals going in and, since we get out of it what we put into it, I worked through all my goals and got a lot out of it."

Diane S.

"It truly was a life changing experience."

Lisa O

"I was able to reach clarity on certain issues that were holding me back. The whales helped me by reminding me of forgiveness and how to work to achieve it. They always inspire me and bring me to a feeling of peace and love."

Mary Jean M.

"It was so much more than a vacation. I've been on a group vacation (with people I didn't know) but never been on a retreat before. It's so much more magical than just vacationing with a group - such bonding."

Debbie S.

"I achieved my goals and found a deep seated issue that has plagued me my whole life. If they can forgive and move forward, then I can."

Valerie M.

"Wow! With Jeanne's help and attention, I was able to transform some very deep fears that were holding me back. Everyone I met after the retreat asked where I'd been because I was absolutely glowing! I can't wait to go with her on another retreat and bring my friends!"

Cathy H.

"You are an amazing woman who has compassion and respect for all. I had a wonderful time and grateful to have been included. It was wonderful! A great connection with nature. It truly was a life changing experience and I look forward to the next trip! Thank you so much!"

Jean M.

"Thank you so much for putting together this amazing trip--I know it was a tremendous amount of work and you did a fabulous job of putting together every detail for a very diverse group. Your role of leader first and foremost is your group's well being, which I know you had as your priority. The whales inspired love and optimism in me. I have nothing but wonderful memories and hope to stay in touch with everyone moving forward!" Casey B.

"The whales were amazing and made the event more than worthwhile! I learned how calming it can be to just experience them

and not focus on photography.

When we were in 'whale soup', it was amazing!"

Sandy.B.

The Best Part of the Retreat Week....

The boat trips out. Excitement, camaraderie, and our excellent guide in Jeanne. D.S.

Touching the whale. It's magical. O.T.

The first time I touched a whale and kissed it. V.M.

Hanging out with the other participants in camp. We were like a pack, finding common goals. M.T.

Seeing all the dolphins circling around us, wanting to interact, getting soooo close. J.T.

Hearing their sounds underwater. I could feel it in my whole body. D.A.

Disconnecting from the stressful world and connecting with dolphins in a wonderful group of people. Brigit K.

The feeling of being surrounded by love. Barb W.

"Overall, a great experience. The whales made me happy and inspired joy. You did a really good job and was prepared, organized and I appreciate that."

Cathy T

"I got everything I wanted and expected, plus much more in the way of animal and human interaction and the feeling of love and care."

Lisa H

"I really enJOYed our wonderful human pod of beautiful souls, the magical and divine communions with the dolphins, the great heart offerings of our leaders before, during and after the retreat."

Megan H.

Upcoming Dolphin and Whale Wellness and Healing Retreats

Swim with Humpback Whales in the Caribbean

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos

March 2026

Swim with Dolphins in the Caribbean

Bimini, Bahamas Live Aboard Boat

Leaving from West Palm Beach, Florida, USA

Summer 2026

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Immerse yourself in peak experiences of healing, wellness, and joy with wild dolphins and whales in their natural environment.