La Tortuga Feliz

Introduction

"La Tortuga Feliz is a non-profit organization and can only stay successful if volunteers participate in the project. With your contribution you help with the protection of the sea turtles and the improvement of the living conditions of the local inhabitants. Maybe even more important you will have the best time of your life!"

Types of Projects

Sea turtle monitoring and research

Locations

Costa Rica

Timeline

One week or longer

Accommodations

Dormitory-style beach house

Prerequisites

Good health is recommended

Costs

The costs are from $15 US per day and a one time only contribution of $35 US towards transportation costs (two-way boat trip and taxi rides). The price includes comprehensive adult turtle training, turlte hatchery training (practical and theory), 3 meals per day, lodging, coffee and tea and of course you will have the best time of your life. Your contribution is spent on food costs, the salaries for the local participants and investments in the project. We are 100% sure you will not find a "cheaper" or better turtle project anywhere!