from 1,870€
Sea Turtle & Coastal Conservation
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Highlights
- Work closely with conservation experts at a local ecological centre to move nests to protected corrals, and then release hatchlings safely into the ocean
- Help preserve the biodiversity of the surrounding area by doing scientific studies and working with crocodiles and iguanas
- Address coastal erosion by growing and planting mangroves
- When you’re not working, we’ve organised activities and an exciting weekend trip
- Explore Mexico and learn more about the culture with your group
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About the program
Work with expert conservationists to protect endangered species like the Olive Ridley Turtle.
If you have a strong interest in marine life conservation, and you want an adventurous experience outdoors, this is the project for you. You’ll spend your days patrolling black sand beaches, searching for turtle nests, and carefully transporting eggs to a more protected areas. You’ll release ...
Typical day
There’s always a lot to be done at Cuyutlan! Here are some of the activities you can get involved in:
- Search for and relocate turtle eggs and safeguard turtle nests
- Clean and maintain turtle tanks and care for sea turtles at the ecological centre
- Study the area’s biodiversity as part of important ...
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Exploring Mexico
Finally, this project is also an opportunity for you to travel, learn, and grow in a safe environment with a group of volunteers. Make the most of the opportunity to have some fun in the sun with your fellow volunteers. Be sure to enjoy the famous open-air palapa covered seafood ...
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