Tambor Bay Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Conservation

location
1 - 20 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verificeret af Volunteer World
  Excellent Svarrate

Højdepunkter

  • Rescue turtle nests from predation and poaching. Patrol for nests under the magnificent star-filled skies or while the sun rises on the bay.
  • Involvement in the entire process, from nesting to collection to hatchling release.
  • Learn about turtle conservation in this peaceful beach setting.

Højdepunkter

  • Rescue turtle nests from predation and poaching. Patrol for nests under the magnificent star-filled skies or while the sun rises on the bay.
  • Involvement in the entire process, from nesting to collection to hatchling release.
  • Learn about turtle conservation in this peaceful beach setting.
  • Experience this remote habitat of mangroves, sea life, and a huge variety of birds including the magnificent Scarlet Macaws- the beach is full of life.
  • Relax on the beach after a hard day of work, or adventure on your own to other interesting sites nearby .


  • Særligt velegnet til

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    Familier
    Grupper
    50+

    Om programmet

    Help protect sea turtles in Bahia Tambor, a beautiful 6 km beach in the south of Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula.

    The mission of the project is protect the Olive Ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea) that lay their eggs on the beach in order to protect,  maintain, and grow the population of this keystone species. 


    Location:

    The program’s sea turtle conservation site is located at Tambor Bay in the south ...

    Om programmet

    The mission of the project is protect the Olive Ridley sea turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea) that lay their eggs on the beach in order to protect,  maintain, and grow the population of this keystone species. 


    Location:

    The program’s sea turtle conservation site is located at Tambor Bay in the south of the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica.  The hatchery (where we protect the eggs) and work space for the project is located on the property of Tambor Tropical Beach Resort.

    This bay receives the Olive Ridley sea turtles each year, and the area is a pristine and remote wilderness paradise!

    Tambor is a quaint coastal community with a small grocery store, great pizza place, a few of bar/restaurants, a few small hotels, a church, and a school.  Most of the businesses are located on or near the small street that leads from the main road (Ruta 160) to the beach.  It's a quiet little town that comes alive on the weekends with locals relaxing and having with friends and family.  

    There are 2 residential/vacation communities and a resort nearby that bring some international influence.  Tambor Tropical Beach Resort, Los Delfines Golf and Country Club, and Barcelo Tambor Resort are great supporters of the Tambor Bay Turtle Rescue.  Their access, cooperation, and support are invaluable to the success of the program.

    Duties:

    As a volunteer you will be working directly with experts and taking part in various conservation activities that includes late-night and early-morning patrols.  There is the possibility of witnessing nesting behavior, and assisting with relocating nests and  baby turtle releases.  Additional activities may include recording scientific data, nest exhumations, hatchery maintenance, beach clean ups, and environmental education.



    Typisk dag

    Early-morning and/or late-night walks are a vital part of the day.  You will learn to help find turtle tracks that lead to freshly laid nests.  Nature determines our days and patrol times which depend on the tides, the rains, and the season.  It is a challenge we face that keeps us guessing ...

    Typisk dag

    Early-morning and/or late-night walks are a vital part of the day.  You will learn to help find turtle tracks that lead to freshly laid nests.  Nature determines our days and patrol times which depend on the tides, the rains, and the season.  It is a challenge we face that keeps us guessing sometimes. Below is how a day might go if everything goes as planned.  This is a sample schedule and relies on flexibility, patience, and cooperation. 


    • 5 am: Beach Patrol- depending on the tide
    • 7 am: Breakfast
    • 9 am: Work in the hatchery, maintenance or beach clean up, or perhaps participation in local school programs
    • 12 pm: Lunch 
    • Free time/rest time
    • 4 pm: Baby turtle release and/or exhumation 
    • 7 pm: Dinner 
    • Night patrol: The time will depend on the tide. 

    This represents a typical day but it may change.  Some duties may include nursery monitoring or a late night baby release.

    There is information available about local activities and excursions you may be interested in on your own or with your fellow volunteers.  While we are not a tour company we are happy to help you get the most out of your experience here.   


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Tours and Free Time:

    We know that volunteers come not only to work but also to discover the incredible nature of Costa Rica, we can provide information about unforgettable tours and activities. In Tambor Bay you can enjoy kayak tours, boat tours on the bay, bioluminescent tours, fishing, horseback ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Tours and Free Time:

    We know that volunteers come not only to work but also to discover the incredible nature of Costa Rica, we can provide information about unforgettable tours and activities. In Tambor Bay you can enjoy kayak tours, boat tours on the bay, bioluminescent tours, fishing, horseback riding, bird watching tours, and even whale watching when in season… and volunteers are free to trek around the trails surrounding the site or walk to miles of beach along the bay.  You will have ample time to rest and spend days on the beach and exploring the area.  


    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level) eller Spansk (basic level)

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Andre færdigheder

    Everyone has something to offer. Flexibility, cooperation, and patience are valued characteristics that will make this a worthwhile and rewarding experience. Spanish and English are spoken, most information is provided in English.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag, Fredag, Lørdag og Søndag fra 04:00 - 04:00

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester af Tambor Bay Turtles

    The program fee includes:
    • Basic accommodations with private bath and WiFi internet connection, A/C, no hot water
    • Local transportation to and from beach patrols
    • Hands on Training
    • An invaluable and rewarding experience
    • Upgrades available
    The initial deposit is handled by Volunteer World.
    Program fee balance will be paid via PayPal at least one week prior to arrival.  Wire transfer can be arranged upon request.





    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Pick-up from the Cobano Airport may be arranged with advance notice.

    Indkvartering

    Local accommodation is provided in Tambor, Puntarenas- about about a 10-minute from walk from the project site.  Shared kitchen available, Wi-Fi, TV, private bath, and air-conditioning in the bedrooms included.


     




    Mad og drikkevarer

    Meal packages available at at an additional cost.

    Internetadgang

    God adgang til projektområdet

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) i San Jose. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Costa Rica. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Costa Rica giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Costa Rica, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Costa Rica. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    Placements are available: from 1st July – 15 December

    Minimum stay: One week.

    Arrivals and DeparturesAll volunteers must make their own arrangements to arrive to the project.  You will receive some helpful information.

    There are 2 international airports: Liberia Guanacaste Airport (LIR) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

    Upon arrival in Costa Rica there are 3 primary ways to arrive at the location:

    Domestic Air- Sansa Airways or Costa Rican Green Airways to the Cobano Regional Airport

    Private or Shared Shuttle Service

    Public Bus transportation

    Tilgængelighed
    Jan. Febr. Marts April Maj Jun Jul Aug. Sept. Okt. Nov. Dec.

    Programgebyrer

    1 uge (min. ophold) 349€
    2 uger 648€
    3 uger 948€
    4 uger 1.247€
    20 uger (max. ophold) 5.985€
    Gennemsnitligt gebyr 324€/uge

    Programgebyrer

    324€ pr. uge 1 - 20 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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    Duration

    1 - 20 weeks

    Deposit

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    Final Payment

    Din endelige betaling vil blive aftalt med Tambor Bay Turtles under ansøgningsprocessen. Almindelige løsninger er enten via bankoverførsel eller kontant betaling på projektstedet.


    Mød din vært

    Tambor Bay Turtles

    Perfect 4.6 rating (18 feltrapporter)

    Non-profit - grundlagt i 2015

    Verificeret af Volunteer World

      Excellent Svarrate

    Vært er

    Olger

    Spoken languages: Spansk, Engelsk

    Om projektet

    Sea turtle conservation project in Costa Rica whose mission is to reduce threats to the sea turtles.

    Mød din vært

    Tambor Bay Turtles (TBT) was founded in 2015 as an initiative of a group of people who live here and want to protect the remaining Olive Ridley sea turtle that lay their eggs on the beaches around Tambor Bay.

    In 2016, TBT carried out a pilot study of the local sea turtle population. It was learned that there are many threats to the survival of the population, and that their numbers are rapidly declining. It was clear that something had to be done, and soon! So, TBT launched a project to save the Tambor Bay turtles.

    TBT’s mission is to reduce threats to the sea turtles still coming to the beaches of Tambor Bay, so, we will produce enough hatchlings to actually grow the population, so that in 20-25 years, there will once again be enough adult Olive Ridley sea turtles to sustain the local population naturally. 

    TBT operates under the direction of a qualified biologist, and our project coordinator is a local science teacher. It operates under a Scientific License and Hatchery Permit issued annually by the government of Costa Rica. TBT enjoys having a very strong support base in the local community. TBT has a very high-quality hatchery facility, one of the finest in Costa Rica.

    18 feltrapporter · rating4.6

    Well worth the 2 day trek to get there and back. I was the only volunteer that week. Olger and Sam took the time to hang out with me when we weren’t volunteering (meals etc). It was fun, educational and a great bargain. The room was definitely hostel grade but clean and air conditioned. The ...
    This is a great program. We stayed for two weeks at the end of November and had a wonderful experience. Olger was a perfect host. He taught us about the ecology of sea turtles as well as the specific issues facing turtles in Tambor. He trained us on how to patrol the beach and look for nests and ...
    I volunteered with Tambor Bay Turtles in September 2023 after wanting to do something like this for over 3 decades. I went as a solo female traveller and 56 years young. I combined it with a short stop over in San Jose so I could see a little more of the country before commencing my week of ...
    Das war eines der bewegendsten Dinge, die ich in den letzten Jahren gemacht habe . Tambor liegt abseits - aber genau das hat auch den Reiz ausgemacht . Es herrscht eine sehr persönliche Atmosphäre- Olger , der Leiter , ist sehr engagiert . Und die Arbeit mit den Schildkröten ist faszinierend, ...
    J’ai passé une super semaine dans ce volontariat! C’est le premier que j’ai fait de ma vie et je ne suis pas déçue d’avoir tenté! J’ai pu avec les autres volontaires libérer plus de 500 bébés tortues en une semaine! L’ambiance était super et j’ai appris beaucoup de choses ...
    We had a great experience volunteering with Tambor Bay Turtles. We had full exposure to the work required in conservation for Olive Ridley Turtles. Patrolling daily during the night, or at dawn to locate and collect nests. Rescuing the eggs. Working at hatchery to rotate, exhume nests. Releasing ...

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