Volunteer with sea turtles in Costa Rica
Project name:
Oyster Worldwide (2)
Project purpose:
Live on a beautiful tropical beach and help the vital work of the locals, protecting sea turtles and ensuring the hatchlings reach the ocean. Patrol the beach during the night to catch a glimpse of nesting turtles, a rare and unique sight! There are also opportunities to get involved with the local community, teaching children about conserving the environment and life within it.
Project activities:
- animal interaction
- animal rehabilitation
- community awareness
- habitat restoration/management
- teaching
Weekly cost (approx USD):
$
1349
Direct benefits you gain:
- cultural integration
- gain a qualification or credit
Noteworthy conservation points:
- development goals (supporting local community)
- ethical rehabilitation centre/practices
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Simple beach-side accommodation in Costa Rican houses or cabins, mixed dorms of up to 5 people
When does the project run?
Early July - mid December
Facilities:
accommodation included, food included, electricity, local shops, refillable drinking water, shower (cold), toilet (western), wifi
Accommodation is basic but comfortable. Expect to share a dorm room with up to 5 people. En-suite bathrooms include cool showers, perfect for cooling down after a sun-bathing session!
How long can I stay?
1-12 weeks
Requirements:
- General level of fitness required.
- Participants must be 17+.
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
Participants can volunteer for 1 week ($1349), 2 weeks ($1739) or up to 12 weeks at $405 per additional week.
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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