In Costa Rica, 5 out of 7 different species of turtles in the world, all threatened with extinction, come to the beaches to lay their eggs, although the species vary. Here you can support conservation projects with your work by protecting the turtles and their eggs from danger, relocating the nests or accompanying the turtle babies on their dangerous journey to the sea. The daily task is also to clean the beach section so that the turtles can enter the water and land safely. The climate is generally hot and humid, with the Pacific dry season running from November to May. The projects are located directly on the beach; visiting beach resorts with nice cafés and bars or participating in variou...
Highlights
7 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Accommodation in Dorms with other participants
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
MW4M+G88
Go to Nya Hotel in Montezuma and the project manager will pick you up to go to the Turtle Project
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Watch hatcheries (check nests, ward off predators) Nightly inspections in small groups on the beaches, often turtles come at night to lay eggs Protocol on species, number and behaviour of turtles during egg deposition and hatching Relocation of nests and construction of hatcheries Escort hatched young animals (baby turtles) into the water Beach cleanups Tasks may vary depending on the season.
In Costa Rica, 5 out of 7 different species of turtles in the world, all threatened with extinction, come to the beaches to lay their eggs, although the species vary. Here you can support conservation projects with your work by protecting the turtles and their eggs from danger, relocating the nests or accompanying the turtle babies on their dangerous journey to the sea. The daily task is also to clean the beach section so that the turtles can enter the water and land safely. The climate is generally hot and humid, with the Pacific dry season running from November to May. The projects are located directly on the beach; visiting beach resorts with nice cafés and bars or participating in variou...
Highlights
7 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Accommodation in Dorms with other participants
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
MW4M+G88
Go to Nya Hotel in Montezuma and the project manager will pick you up to go to the Turtle Project
