Spend a Week Protecting Sea Turtles on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast
Costa Rica's Tortuguero coastline is home to one of the Atlantic's most important green sea turtle nesting populations, and the Sea Turtle Conservancy is offering travelers an opportunity to take part in its ongoing research. Through the organization's Eco-Volunteer Program, participants spend time alongside conservation teams monitoring nesting turtles on the region's remote black-sand beaches.
The experience is built around genuine fieldwork rather than traditional sightseeing. Volunteers join nighttime beach patrols, assist researchers with collecting nesting data and help monitor marked nests. The program also includes time exploring Tortuguero's surrounding rainforest and canal systems, offering a closer look at the coastal ecosystem these conservation efforts help protect.
The 2027 green turtle season runs from late June through early October, with one-week programs starting at $1,969 per person. Accommodations, most meals, research training and scheduled transportation within Costa Rica are included. It's an opportunity to experience one of Central America's most remarkable coastlines while contributing to decades of scientific research.
Check out the program and request a reservation at Sea Turtle Conservancy.
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