Turtle Conservation in Sri Lanka
Program Overview
Out of 7 species of turtles that live in the world, 5 of those species live in the Indian Ocean. You will be helping to care for four different species of turtles– Loggerhead (the rarest), Hawksbill, Green, and Olive Ridley. There are around 30 disabled or wounded turtles living in the centre, and the centre also hatches hundreds of turtle eggs in a separate facility, which will be released to the...
Out of 7 species of turtles that live in the world, 5 of those species live in the Indian Ocean. You will be helping to care for four different species of turtles– Loggerhead (the rarest), Hawksbill, Green, and Olive Ridley. There are around 30 disabled or wounded turtles living in the centre, and the centre also hatches hundreds of turtle eggs in a separate facility, which will be released to the ocean. With your help, the project aims to allow these incredible animals to survive in a safe and healthy environment. Sea Turtles are known to live for around 150 years.
PLEASE NOTE: A mandatory culture week in Kandy is required for the first week of this program. The transfer from Kandy to the Turtle project in Ambalangoda is not covered in the program fee.
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- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- Animal Welfare
- Marine Conservation
- Wildlife
Updated Jul 31, 2026
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Locations
- Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka
- Kandy, Sri Lanka
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Marine Conservation
- Wildlife
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Other
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Starts At
- 3 weeks: $1,100
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