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Sea Turtle and Surf in Costa Rica
Human interference isn’t the sole reason for diminishing number of turtles in Costa Rica, but our behaviour has been greatly implicit in their decline. One way in which this can be rectified, is helping to assist during the turtle-nesting season and this particular program provides you with the chance to do just that.
Volunteer RoleWhilst working as a volunteer you will undertake various duties including:
- Patrolling the beach to look for sea turtles and their nests either during the day or the night, taking turns of 2 or 4 hours.
- Collecting the eggs you find on the beach, and taking them directly to the hatchery (“vivero”) for their protection.
- Collecting information on the whole process by monitoring the hatchery and keeping track of every event.
- Release “neonatos” (little sea turtles) from the hatchery, taking them to the beach and into the ocean.
- Helping with the maintenance of the facilities of the project (the shelter), and being in charge of keeping the beach clean (during the day).
Surf LessonsSamara is a renowned place to go surfing. Participants have the opportunity either to practice their surfing or learn it while they are volunteering on the programme. The surf school offers two programs:
- First week: you will have a two-hour lesson per day for four days (one hour of instruction and one hour follow up)
- Second week: you will have a two-hour practice everyday with the instructors. Practice can be done either in Samara beach or Buena Vista beach. The instructor decides which is more convenient according to the level of the participants.
LocationThe program is situated three kilometres away from Samara, a small town in the district of Nicoya, Guanacaste.
Accommodation and MealsThe accommodation at the project is basic and rustic but comfortable and has a great-relaxed atmosphere. There is no electricity, but there will be a shower and a bathroom available. An on-site cook prepares breakfast, lunch and dinner for the volunteers while at the project.
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Programme OverviewDuration & Prices:
2 weeks project $1209/€849,
4 weeks project $1759/€1299,
2 weeks language course followed by 2 weeks project $1759/€1299
2 weeks language course followed by 4 weeks project $2319/€1699
4 weeks language course followed by 2 weeks project $2319/€1699
4 weeks language course followed by 4 weeks project $2869/€2149
How to book & pay:
Secure with $339/€259 deposit. The balance is due 10 wks before departure.
What is included?
Coordination from the school
Accommodation
All meals
Return transfer
Surf lessons
24-hour emergency help
A surf school t-shirt |
What is not included?
Flights
Travel insurance
Meals in San Jose
Alcohol beverages
Personal expenditure
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Programme Summary:
Night turtle patrolling, rescuing and tagging turtles collecting eggs, and helping baby turtles get to sea! Plus Learning to surf in Samara!
Arrival dates:
First Monday of every month (please aim to arrive the Sunday before)
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