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Costa Rica Sea Turtle Conservation and Research

by: Loop Abroad

9.63 (27)VerifiedSince 2009

Loop Abroad offers both a one-week and two-week version of the Sea Turtle Conservation Costa Rica. These programs are open to participants ages 16 and up. Your group works with LAST, Latin American Sea Turtles, helping with their sea turtle conservation projects on the Osa Peninsula of Costa Rica. Each program includes assisting in a local one-day spay and neuter program, which your tuition dolla...

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Program Highlights

Support sea turtle conservation in Costa Rica with hands-on fieldwork alongside an internationally respected organization.

Participate in in-water turtle monitoring, rescue efforts, and rehabilitation activities on the Osa Peninsula

Help protect coastal ecosystems through mangrove reforestation and seagrass monitoring projects.

Contribute to local animal welfare by assisting with community spay and neuter programs.

Learn about sea turtle conservation while directly supporting meaningful environmental work in Costa Rica.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement: 14-25
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Veterinary Science
  • Wildlife
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 08, 2026

Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Notable MentionGoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Study AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Study AbroadTop Rated Study Abroad Organization 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.63

Total Reviews

27

Loved the night-time turtles!

May 31, 2025by: Mya Santos

Program: Costa Rica Sea Turtle Conservation and Research

10

It was so much fun and I learned so much. My favorite part was getting to see the turtles come up the shore in the night time. Our leaders were the best and took good care of us and made sure we stayed very safe.

You won't get this experience anywhere else.

May 31, 2025by: Karli Marquez

Program: Costa Rica Sea Turtle Conservation and Research

10

I loved it. You won't ever get such amazing experiences anywhere else, personally or professionally. On top of that, they had amazing activities like kayaking, a chocolate tour, and seeing the community. I'd gladly do it again.

Amazing staff!

May 31, 2025by: Skyler Torres

Program: Costa Rica Sea Turtle Conservation and Research

10

The staff were amazing. I was able to make mistakes and learn from them without fear. I felt so safe and comfortable with them. They really took care of us. They also showed us so many increible things like the night time turtles and clinic.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Veterinary Science
  • Wildlife

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-25

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Essay
    • Letters of Reference
    • Transcript
    • Online Application

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