Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica

Make a positive impact on the environment by choosing to help protect several critically endangered species of sea turtles. We give you the choice of three breath-taking locations on the Caribbean coast and the opportunity to experience a true Costa Rican conservation project at an affordable price.

The qualifications and experience required is dependent on the position applied for. This ranges from just needing to be fit and healthy to requiring a Degree in Biology, Conservation or a related subject. Several of the projects require no language skills. The work of the volunteers ranges from beach patrols and hatchery shifts to in-water sea turtle population monitoring (including snorkeling and/or diving). 

Volunteer fees vary according to each project. The cost of participating as a regular volunteer starts from just US$7 per day. Research Assistants receive free board and lodging or pay US$6 per day (dependent on project). 

The location of each project ensures the area is rich in wildlife and you may see up to three species of monkey, sloths, caimans, anteaters, coatimundis, kinkajous, raccoons, butterflies, bats, leaf-cutter ants, white tail deer and up to 400 species of birds. 

We believe you won't find a more rewarding or affordable volunteer placement anywhere. 

For those travelling on their own we offer a networking service to connect you with other volunteers. Hence, you have the opportunity to converse with other volunteers to find possible travel companions. 

We arrange your accommodation and get you picked up from the airport when you first arrive in Costa Rica 

You will be issued with a certificate to commemorate your efforts in helping conserve critically endangered sea turtles. 

We also provide a referral booking service in partnership with STA Travel and numerous other benefits. 

You can view or download the information pack via our website.