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Corporate Retreats on Amelia Island

Quiet Atlantic beaches, resort golf and a historic seaport town, 30 minutes from Jacksonville.

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Why choose Amelia Island for a corporate retreat

Amelia Island feels far from the office without the long travel day. Thirteen miles of uncrowded Atlantic beach sit next to marshes, maritime forest and the Victorian seaport of Fernandina Beach. Teams can meet in the morning, ride horses on the beach in the afternoon and walk to dinner in a historic downtown, all 30 minutes from Jacksonville International.

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Where your team could stay

Three venues we trust on Amelia Island, from two oceanfront resorts to a historic inn in downtown Fernandina Beach.

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, Amelia Island, Florida South end, on the ocean

Omni Amelia Island

$$$$401 rooms plus villas
Pools and dunes at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island at sunrise On the ocean, mid-island

The Ritz-Carlton

$$$$446 rooms and suites
Garden courtyard at The Addison on Amelia at dusk Downtown Fernandina Beach

The Addison on Amelia

$$$$Historic inn, a buyout

Nightly rates: $$ $200 to $300 · $$$ $300 to $450 · $$$$ $450 and up

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Corporate Team Experiences

Sunset Horseback Riding in Amelia Island, Florida

Sunset Horseback Riding

A guided ride along Amelia Island’s beach at golden hour, open to first-time riders.

Deep-Sea Fishing Charter in Amelia Island, Florida

Deep-Sea Fishing Charter

Head offshore on a private charter with local captains who know where the fish are.

Seafood Boil Cooking Class in Amelia Island, Florida

Seafood Boil Cooking Class

Learn a coastal Florida seafood boil from local chefs, then sit down to eat it together.

Roseate spoonbills in the salt marsh on Amelia Island

Wildlife Estuary Hike

Walk the salt marshes and maritime forest of Egans Creek Greenway with a naturalist, spotting herons, egrets, alligators and dolphins along the way.

SAMPLE AGENDA

Sample Amelia Island Corporate Retreat Agenda

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Here’s how three days on Amelia Island could come together. We tailor every agenda to your team’s goals.

DAY 01
Arrive via Jacksonville (JAX) | 11AM – 5PM
Welcome dinner on the beach | 6 – 9PM
DAY 02
Estuary wildlife walk | 6 – 7:30AM
Breakfast | 8 – 9AM
Opening session | 9AM – 12PM
Lunch | 12 – 1PM
Breakout meetings | 1 – 2:30PM
Horseback ride or kayak | 2:30 – 5PM
Seafood boil dinner | 6 – 8PM
Beach bonfire | 8 – 9PM
DAY 03
Beach walk | 6:30 – 8AM
Breakfast | 8 – 9AM
Strategy sessions | 9AM – 12PM
Lunch | 12 – 1PM
Fishing charter or golf | 1 – 4PM
Downtime | 4 – 6PM
Dinner in Fernandina Beach | 6 – 8PM
Sunset cruise | 8 – 9PM
DAY 04
Morning run | 6 – 7AM
Breakfast | 7 – 8AM
Closing session and commitments | 9 – 11AM
Transfers to JAX

SAMPLE PRICING

What 3 nights could cost

Sample group sizes vary by venue.

100 people · 3 nights

Per personCost
Lodging ($450 a night × 3 nights)$1,350
All meals$1,100
Team experiences$200
Airport transfers$80
Meeting space and A/V ($12,000 for the group)$120
Total per person$2,850
Group total (100 people)$285,000

Sample only. Most Wilder retreats run $750 to $1,500 per person per day, depending on season, group size and experiences. Your proposal includes exact costs.

How It Works

From first call to back at the office

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Discovery call

We learn your goals, group, budget and timing, plus the business challenge behind the offsite.

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Itinerary design

We match you with a destination and agenda built to get your team out of the boardroom and thinking big.

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Retreat experience

A Wilder expert runs every detail onsite, so your team can focus on the work and each other.

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Back to work, aligned

Your team returns with the clarity and momentum to act on what they decided together.

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Why teams keep booking with Wilder

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As a remote team, it's important for us to create an intentional space for us to come together and connect as more than co-workers. We believe there's no better way to do that than in nature and Wilder Retreats helped us do just that.
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We've worked with Wilder Retreats on over three retreats now and it's been the best experience ever. They have great locations in their pocket, work closely with you on budget and details, and are always a step ahead with planning. I don't know how we'd execute on our team offsites without them!
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Our time with Wilder Retreats in Yosemite was nothing short of magical. We explored, we laughed, and we grew together. It was a humbling reminder of the beauty and power of nature, and of the importance of fostering connections with those around us.
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Wilder Retreats ran our firmwide offsite this year. It was clear we had a true partner in Wilder. From the earliest planning chats through the final goodbye for the airport, our Wilder Retreats team was responsive, organized, and upbeat, so much so that our own staff who worked with them to plan could simply enjoy the retreat instead of juggling logistics. The result was a relaxed, engaging few days where people could focus on connecting with colleagues and re‑energizing for the year ahead. We came away feeling both cared for and confident that we’d choose Wilder Retreats again without hesitation!
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Wilder Retreats presented, organized and executed a company retreat in Big Sky for us. The details were communicated in a timely manner both prior to the event and during. Our group had an amazing time! I would highly recommend Wilder Retreats.
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Amelia Island retreat questions

Frequently asked questions

What makes Amelia Island a good fit for a corporate retreat?

Amelia Island is easy to reach and feels far from the office. It has 13 miles of quiet Atlantic beach, two large oceanfront resorts with strong meeting space and a walkable historic downtown, all about 30 minutes from Jacksonville International.

Should we stay at the Omni, The Ritz-Carlton or The Addison?

It depends on your group and goals. Omni Amelia Island Resort has 401 rooms plus villas on 1,350 acres and 80,000 square feet of meeting space, best for large groups who want golf, tennis and nature trails on site. The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island has 446 rooms on the beach and a polished, full-service feel. The Addison on Amelia is a small historic inn in downtown Fernandina Beach, ideal for a leadership team of up to about 18 that wants the whole place to itself. We’ll recommend the best fit for your group size, goals and budget.

What is the best time of year for a retreat on Amelia Island?

March through May and October through early December are the most comfortable, with warm days and fewer crowds. Summer is hot and humid with afternoon storms, and winter is mild and quiet.

How do we get to Amelia Island?

Fly into Jacksonville International (JAX). The Addison is about 30 minutes away, The Ritz-Carlton about 35 minutes and the Omni about 45 minutes. Private flights can land at Fernandina Beach Municipal (FHB), about 10 minutes from all three. We handle all ground transfers.

Can we combine the beach with downtown Fernandina Beach?

Yes. Downtown is 10 to 20 minutes from both resorts, so teams can stay on the beach and walk the historic district for dinner, or base at The Addison and spend a day at the ocean.

What other experiences can Wilder organize on Amelia Island?

Beyond the featured experiences, teams can kayak the salt marshes, tour Fort Clinch, take a sunset boat cruise to Cumberland Island, play championship golf or book a private chef’s table dinner.

Can Amelia Island host groups of more than 100 people?

Yes. The Omni and The Ritz-Carlton can each host several hundred people, and the Omni’s largest ballroom is nearly 17,000 square feet.

Can we hold meetings outdoors?

Yes. We use oceanfront lawns, terraces and courtyards for sessions and receptions, with an indoor room held as a backup.

Are activities suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes. The estuary hike, the cooking class and fishing need no experience, and horseback rides are guided for first-time riders. There is always an easier option.

What should we pack for an Amelia Island retreat?

Bring light, breathable clothes, sunscreen, a hat and sandals, plus a light layer for breezy evenings. Add a rain jacket in summer.

How much does an Amelia Island corporate retreat cost?

Most retreats run $750 to $1,500 per person per day on average, depending on the venue, season, group size and experiences. The sample pricing above shows what three nights could cost at each venue, and we’ll build a custom proposal for your team.

START WITH A SHORT BRIEF

Let's build your retreat

What happens next

  1. 1

    Share your brief

    Two minutes. Goals, group size and timing.

  2. 2

    Talk with a Wilder expert

    Pick a time for a discovery call about the business challenge behind the offsite.

  3. 3

    Get your custom proposal

    Destination, agenda and pricing built around your goals.

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