Volunteer Abroad in Greece - Sea Turtle Conservation
by: Natucate
Do you want to soak up the natural beauty of the Greek Islands while contributing to the conservation of one of its most beloved marine inhabitants? Join our research-based sea turtle protection project on the island of Kefalonia for an experience you won’t soon forget. Choose between our two project sites in Lixouri and Argostoli — or visit them both! Each location offers exciting opportunities to engage in data collection and conservation work among a diverse team of international researchers and volunteers. Start your day with a sunrise bicycle ride to the beach or a visit to the sea turtle residents at Argostoli harbour to collect data and observe their behaviour. Spend the afternoon listening to a researcher's presentation on important conservation themes or cooling off in the Ionian Sea. Finish the evening with a beach profile survey, with fellow volunteers at trivia night, or on the beach awaiting female turtles to come ashore and lay their eggs. The activities are designed to allow volunteers to experience many different elements of sea turtle conservation, among the beautiful backdrop of the Kefalonian coast.
Do you want to soak up the natural beauty of the Greek Islands while contributing to the conservation of one of its most beloved marine inhabitants? Join our research-based sea turtle protection project on the island of Kefalonia for an experience you won’t soon forget. Choose between our two project sites in Lixouri and Argostoli — or visit them both! Each location offers exciting opportunities to engage in data collection and conservation work among a diverse team of international researchers and volunteers. Start your day with a sunrise bicycle ride to the beach or a visit to the sea turtle residents at Argostoli harbour to collect data and observe their behaviour. Spend the afternoon listening to a researcher's presentation on important conservation themes or cooling off in the Ionian Sea. Finish the evening with a beach profile survey, with fellow volunteers at trivia night, or on the beach awaiting female turtles to come ashore and lay their eggs. The activities are designed to allow volunteers to experience many different elements of sea turtle conservation, among the beautiful backdrop of the Kefalonian coast.
Program Highlights
Engage with and support local and international experts in the field of sea turtle conservation.
Learn hands-on research and analysis skills from conservation specialists.
Encourage community awareness of the threatened loggerhead and green turtles.
Experience a night under the stars, protecting turtle nests.
Contribute to a growing body of researchers, helping to save the loggerhead from extinction.
Quick Details
- Kefalonia, Greece
- 2-4 Weeks
- Alternative Spring Break
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Education
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
- Wildlife
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Kefalonia, Greece
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Education
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
- Wildlife
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- 2-4 Weeks
- Alternative Spring Break
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
- Required Equipment
- In-Country Orientation
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Training
- Certificate of Completion
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- No schooling completed
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Other
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best traveling time?
The project in Argostoli is open from April to October, so volunteers will work with the sea turtles at various life stages from mating (April - mid-May) to nesting (mid-May – late July) to hatching (late July – late October).
The project in Lixouri runs from June to October and will focus primarily on activities related to nesting and hatching turtles.
What happens after arrival?
On arrival day, you will be given a 45-minute-long welcome orientation where project staff will explain their mission and methodology and how teams and work shifts will be assigned for the week ahead.
How big is the group?
In Lixouri, you can expect your group to be around 22 volunteers and 4 team leaders. In Argostoli, there will be approximately 34 volunteers and 6 team leaders.
What does accommodation look like?
Both project accommodations are rented apartments with shared sleeping quarters. You will sleep on a bunk bed in a room of four volunteers and share a bathroom and shower as well. A kitchenette is available in or near the bedroom for volunteers to cook their food, and there is a large patio and balcony for group gatherings and meals.
There is no AC, but there are ceiling fans in each room and volunteers have reported that the area is cool enough.
Are vegan/vegetarian meals possible?
Since you will be buying and preparing your own meals, volunteers with all dietary restrictions are welcome.
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