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Costa Rica–Family-Friendly Sea Turtle & Nature Conservation

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This 9-day family adventure combines hands-on sea turtle conservation with meaningful nature experiences on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. Families join a renowned and ethical conservation initiative that welcomes volunteers of all ages from around the world, creating an engaging and supportive atmosphere. During the June–February nesting season, you’ll help monitor beaches, record data, and suppo...

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Program Highlights

Join a respected, ethical conservation program with volunteers from around the world.

Help protect nesting sea turtles on a remote and important Pacific coastline.

Participate in night or morning patrols during turtle season (June–February).

Take part in permaculture, sustainability, and reforestation projects year-round.

Enjoy guided nature activities, family-friendly workshops, and environmental education sessions.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Environment
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 2025Innovative Volunteer Abroad ProgramGoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - Intern Abroad ProgramTop Rated Provider 2023 - Notable MentionInnovation in Sustainability Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Conservation
  • Environment

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Families

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

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    This 9-day family adventure combines hands-on sea turtle conservation with meaningful nature experiences on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. Families join a renowned and ethical conservation initiative that welcomes volunteers of all ages from around the world, creating an engaging and supportive atmosphere. During the June–February nesting season, you’ll help monitor beaches, record data, and support hatchling releases when conditions allow. While sea turtle sightings cannot always be guaranteed, families participate in impactful conservation work year-round, including sustainability and wildlife restoration projects. As a family, you will work alongside a respected conservation team dedicated to protecting coastal ecosystems and sea turtle populations. The project welcomes volunteers from...

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