from 586€
Fantastic 4.5
(192)
Sea Turtle Conservation Ambassador
2 - 30 weeks
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Age 17 - 50+
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Fantastic 4.5
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Verified by Volunteer World
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2 - 30 weeks
·
Age 17 - 50+
·
Excellent response rate
Highlights
- Experience an extraordinary journey of conservation, guiding baby sea turtles to the ocean and witnessing enchanting moments firsthand
- Join thrilling beach patrols to locate endangered female turtles and protect their nests, playing a crucial role in safeguarding them from threats
- Immerse yourself in nature, monitoring sloths and rescuing endangered sea turtles, uniting two iconic species in a noble mission of wildlife preservation
- Contribute to a cleaner planet by revitalizing untended beaches and explore the remarkable biodiversity of Costa Rica, one of the world's most biodiverse countries
- Embrace the Costa Rican lifestyle, surrounded by exotic fauna and flora, actively participating in wildlife protection and creating unforgettable memories
Especially suitable
About the program
Volunteer and save turtles, make a difference and meet one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Join us in Pacific Costa Rica!
What we do:
Sea turtles are at risk around the globe. They are endangered throughout the world’s oceans, and several species native to the eastern Pacific (where Matapalo Sea Turtle Conservation is located) are nearing extinction. Factors that are contributing to this endangerment include ...
Typical day
Meals:
Breakfast – 8:00 am
Lunch – 12:00 pm
Dinner – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Obligations:
Communal Work Shifts
9:30 – 11:00 am
3:00 – 5:00 pm
Hatchery Shifts and Beach Patrols
The hatchery shifts and beach patrols vary depending on the season.
Information About the Turtles We Work With:
More than 400 ...
Free-time activities
Volunteers can expect between 3 and 6 hours of work per day 6 days per week. This leaves plenty of time to explore the beautiful country of Costa Rica and experience all of the activities it has to offer.
There is a surfing school down the road from the conservation that offers surf lessons and ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
You can arrive any day of the week except for Sunday.
From the TRACOPA bus stop near the San Jose airport, take the bus going to Uvita 6:30 or 10:30 in the morning (have in mind these are the only 2 buses that you can take to get to the camp, if you cannot take any of these 2 buses you must wait in San José and take the bus the next day). Let the bus driver know that you will be getting off at the stop in Matapalo (in Spanish: "Yo bajo en la entrada de Matapalo por favor")
If you request private transportation from the airport to the camp we offer you this option for an additional cost $170 one way
After you apply for our program we will get in touch with more information regarding your arrival. We provide options for transportation from the airport to the site at an additional cost.
Availability
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Program fees
2 weeks (min. stay)
586€
3 weeks
878€
4 weeks
1,171€
5 weeks
1,464€
9 weeks
2,549€
17 weeks
4,080€
30 weeks (max. stay)
7,200€
Average fees
266€/week
Meet your organization

Tortugas de Pacuare
Fantastic 4.5
(192 reviews)
Agency - founded in 2012
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Coordinated by

Luis
Spoken languages: Spanish, English
About the project
Tortugas de Pacuare is a non-profit organization created to protect the most endangered turtles in the world, supported 100% by volunteers.
192 reviews ·
4.5
Location
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