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Costa Rican Turtle Rescue: Join the Conservation Volunteer Team

  • North America, Costa Rica, Puerto Jimenez
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  • Duration : 1 to 24 Weeks

Program Highlights

  • Volunteer by helping baby sea turtles reach the ocean safely! Be part of the most beautiful and magical moments during the turtle season!
  • Protect our valuable wildlife!
  • Clean, untended beaches for a better environment and a greener planet. Explore one of the countries with the most biodiversity on the planet!
  • Experience the beauty of Costa Rican while learning useful skills that can help to save our environment!
  • Make memories of a lifetime together with a fun group of like-minded volunteers.

UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

Climate Action Life Below Water

This program is ideal for

Passionate nature enthusiasts and conservationists who are dedicated to protecting sea turtles and preserving their habitats. Volunteers should possess a strong interest in marine conservation and a desire to contribute to the important work of turtle conservation organizations. You should be adaptable to living in remote beach locations, have a willingness to learn about sea turtle species and conservation methods, and be ready to work in collaboration with local Costa Rican organizations.

Join our dedicated Costa Rican turtle conservation volunteer team and make a meaningful impact on the preservation of Leatherback, Green, Hawksbill, and Olive Ridley Turtles. Discover our beautiful project locations on the Pacific and Caribbean Coasts of Costa Rica. Urgent help is needed!

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and eager to make a difference? Join our volunteer team and be part of the Costa Rican Turtle Rescue mission! We collaborate with experienced conservation organizations, and we're urgently seeking dedicated individuals like you to help us protect thousands of sea turtles and their precious eggs. Dive into the world of sea turtle conservation, learn essential preservation methods, and experience life on a stunning remote beach in Costa Rica.

Our Conservation Projects:
Costa Rica is home to four magnificent sea turtle species – Leatherback Turtles (Dermochelys coriacea), Green Turtles (Chelonia mydas), Hawksbill Turtles (Eretmochelys imbricata), and Olive-Ridley Turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea). These incredible creatures depend on our support, and your contribution can make a significant impact.

Project Locations:
We offer volunteer opportunities at various turtle conservation project locations on both the Pacific and Caribbean Coasts of Costa Rica. Depending on the season, we'll place you where your help is needed the most.

Pacific Coast Season:
Our Pacific Coast season typically runs from June until February. Explore the pristine beaches and vibrant communities of Refugio Romelia (close to Montezuma), Nombre del Jesus (Bahia de los Piratas), Refugio Camaronal (near Tamarindo), Playa Matapalo (near Quepos), La Leona (Osa Peninsula), and Playa Preciosa (Osa Peninsula).

Caribbean Coast Season:
The Caribbean turtle high season is usually from around February until late July. Join us at Pacuare and Parismina, conveniently located near Tortuguero National Park. This is your chance to immerse yourself in the wonders of sea turtle conservation in a breathtaking tropical setting.

Join Our Volunteer Team:
Make a positive impact on the survival of sea turtles in Costa Rica. Join our dedicated volunteer team and become part of the Costa Rican Turtle Rescue mission. Your contribution plays a vital role, and collectively, we can safeguard the future of these extraordinary creatures.

Seize this chance to unite your love for wildlife conservation with an unforgettable experience on the pristine, secluded beaches of Costa Rica. Join us as a volunteer and become an integral part of an extraordinary endeavor.

Ojochal is a very warm and welcoming village in the Puntarenas of Costa Rica. There is plenty to do around the Puntarenas, and the staff of the research center can help you organize activities around Ojochal during your project time. Unfortunately, any extra-curricular activities are not covered by the Green Life Volunteers project fee. Activities may be surfing, paddle boarding, hikes, bird watching, zip lining, visiting Marino Ballena National Park, visiting Manual Antonio National Park, and much more. You can also visit other cities nearby Ojochal. You may visit Dominical or Uvita, which are popular for their beaches. There will be several volunteers and interns at the research center at the same time, often they form groups to do some weekend activities together. Or you may decide that you would like to venture off on your own - either way, the staff members of the research center will be there to help you to get things set up! If you want to do any activities before or after your volunteer time/internship you can also contact Green Life Volunteers. Just ask Green Life Volunteers or the research center during or before your volunteer time/internship!

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