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Costa Rica: Sea Turtle Conservation - 8 Days

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Program Overview

This program is perfect for teens who want to learn about conservation efforts and contribute! You will travel to the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Costa Rica, working with like-minded peers to protect the country’s sea turtle population.

Healthy oceans need sea turtles to help maintain their complex ecosystems. Every day will be different as you assist with various conservation tasks such as scientific research, egg incubation, and mangrove preservation. Afternoons and evenings will be just as hands-on and unique, with activities like harbor patrol, hatchling rescue, and collecting and re-burying sea turtle eggs. There is so much to do as you help protect this endangered species.

Outside of volunteering, you will experience incredible adventures—from ziplining to a sunset catamaran snorkel cruise. Your volunteer program in Costa Rica will be forever memorable and impactful!

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Program Highlights

Support sea turtle conservation efforts, including nesting, data collection, and protection.
Work at a hatchery aiding with egg incubation, measuring, and releasing hatchlings.
Learn to surf with professional instructors.
Explore Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided tour.
Zip-line through the jungle at Jaco.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

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