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Turtle Conservation in Mexico with Projects Abroad
The Conservation project in Mexico is an incredible chance to live and volunteer abroad right next to the ocean! Conservation volunteers in Mexico work alongside local experts on a variety of conservation and environmental projects, specifically focusing on the protection of turtles, crocodiles, and birds. As a volunteer, you will work alongside local experts on various conservation and environ...
The Conservation project in Mexico is an incredible chance to live and volunteer abroad right next to the ocean! Conservation volunteers in Mexico work alongside local experts on a variety of conservation and environmental projects, specifically focusing on the protection of turtles, crocodiles, and birds. As a volunteer, you will work alongside local experts on various conservation and environmental projects focusing on the protection of turtles, crocodiles, and birds. The project is based at a turtle conservation center on the Pacific coast in the town of Cuyutlan, El Tortugario Centro Ecológico de Cuyutlan. This project is ideal for anyone with an interest in nature and adventure. You will get to perform real hands-on work and learn about some fascinating wildlife. You do not nee...
Program Highlights
Work with expert conservationists to protect endangered species like the Olive Ridley Turtle.
Carry out research and collect scientific data that will be used by researchers across the Americas.
Help to move turtle nests to protected corrals, and then release hatchlings safely into the ocean.
You’ll have evenings and weekends off to enjoy living near a beautiful black sand beach in the small coastal town of Cuyutlán.
Stay in our spacious beachfront accommodation close to town center with dining, museums, and ecological sights.
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Quick Details
- Colima, Mexico
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Conservation
- Marine Conservation
- All Nationalities
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Conservation in Cuyutlan
by: Carrie Nicholson - United KingdomProgram: Turtle Conservation in Mexico with Projects AbroadI enjoyed my time in Cuyutlan a lot! Everyone was very friendly and Rene at the Tortugaria was very knowledgeable and helpful. The majority of the food at the volunteer reserve was prepared by Rene (breakfast and evenings) and his wife (lunchtimes). The cooking was excellent! The work rota was mornings Tuesday to Saturday inclusive and afternoons Monday to Thursday inclusive, with Monday mornings being designated for grocery shopping in nearby Tecomán. I only really needed two outfits for wor...
Great opportunity to work with such incredible animals
by: Rudy Alexander Program: Turtle Conservation in Mexico with Projects AbroadI volunteered with projects abroad for 2 weeks in august 2022 in Cuyutlan mexico on the sea turtle conservation programme , I had the best time and was such an exciting hands on experience with such incredible creatures. As a keen animal lover and someone that wants to peruse a future career in marine biology and conservation this was a great experience for me and gave me a real insight into what life would be like. I highly recommend the programme to anyone else with a strong interest in marine...
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Locations
- Colima , Mexico
Types & Subjects
- Conservation
- Marine Conservation
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Written Application
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