Tambor Bay Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Conservation
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 .
- 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.
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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 ...
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 ...
Fritidsaktiviteter
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 ...
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Oplysninger ved ankomst
Placements are available: from 1st July – 15 December
Minimum stay: One week.
Arrivals and Departures: All 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
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Tambor Bay Turtles
Non-profit - grundlagt i 2015
Verificeret af Volunteer World
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