Wildlife: Turtles Conservation
Coordinator | Diego
Coordinator | Diego
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Highlights
Help institutions working with endangered marine species.
Learn spanish fluently
Enjoy the experience on living in the beautiful Pacific Coast of Costa Rica
Get experience in working with animals and learn about fauna & flora conservation
Visit some of the most amazing beaches in the world
Volunteer in a rescue center that takes in various endangered species of turtles, fish, caimans and others.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
Costa Rica is famous for its rich biodiversity. Many people from around the world come to Costa Rica
to experience its lush rain-forests and exotic wildlife, In fact, Costa Rica is one of the more
biodiversity-dense countries in the world and it is home to more than 500,000 species, which represent
nearly 4% of the total estimated species worldwide.
The turtle conservation project is located in various parts of the Nicoya peninsula
where volunteers can help to maintain healthy numbers of various turtle species and
create awareness in the local population of the importance of marine wildlife.
Development, agriculture, illegal exotic animal trade, and contamination affect many wildlife species
that are under constant threat. Volunteers in the wildlife program in Costa Rica work in animal rescue
centers aimed at helping endangered species.
Possible tasks:
-Clean-ups of nesting areas.
-Record-keeping of nests, temperatures, and weather conditions.
-Beach patrols.
-Identifying female turtles.
-Spotting turtle nests.
-Egg nest re-location.
-Nest clean-ups after turtle eggs have hatched.
-Maintenance tasks like painting signs, murals, beach clean-ups, etc.
-Environmental preservation talks in schools and the local community.
Typical day
You will be working from monday to thursday, so you have friday saturday and monday to enjoy the beach.
Normally you will work from 8am to 3pm, except in case of any change of the schedule.
You will have breaks to lunch and rest if needed.
Free-time activities
Because you will work on the beach, in your free days you can enjoy
- White Sand Beaches of Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal and more
- Water Sports
- Surfing
- SCUBA Diving
- Fishing
- Night life
- Volcanos as Tenorio and Rincon de la Vieja
Water Sports
Swimming
Sightseeing
Diving/
Snorkling
Snorkling
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Sports
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (basic level)
or Spanish (basic level)
required
CV, background check and application form and passport
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
08:00
- 16:00
What's Included
We are using the fees to pay
- Accommodation
Participation in cultural activities. - On call support throughout the service.
- Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service.
- Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement
- Welcome at airport with transport.
- Certificate of program completion.
We will pick you at the arrivals door in the airport, with a sign with your name.
Volunteer dorms in shared rooms with two meals per day
Host family in private room with two meals per day.
Lodging is subject to availability.
Two meals per day
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Costa Rica you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Costa Rica.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Please select a Sunday for arrival.
Our team will guide you for the best Sunday start date for your project. Turtle Season July- December
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 5 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$973
3 weeks
$1,378
4 weeks
$1,789
5 weeks
(max. stay)
$2,014
Average fees
$445
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Integrated Learning Experience
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Your final payment will be agreed with Integrated Learning Experience during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Wildlife: Turtles Conservation
Volunteer in a rescue center that takes in various endangered species of turtles, fish, caimans and others.
$445/week
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