Refugio Nacional Vida Silvestre Romelia

Conducted since 2009 with the primary goal of conserving sea turtle populations that nest on the beaches of a wildlife sanctuary in Montezuma, Costa Rica, Romelia Sea Turtles Conservation Project features activities such as monitoring of nesting sea turtles, night patrols, and protecting nests.

Exuding beauty, the lands at Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Romelia is on the beach, bathed in rolling Pacific Ocean waves, guarded by iconic sea stacks, and nurtured by peaceful rivers and tranquil waterfalls. It is one of the last bastions of pristine wilderness in the Nicoya Peninsula.

During the internship, our program participants get to enjoy the rainy season, which not only gives them the opportunity to get involved in the protection protocols of the nesting and hatchling sea turtle...