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Sea Turtle
Conservation
Field Program

Hands-on science, citizen science, and tropical ecosystem exploration.

La Cotinga Biological Station

Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

7–8 DAYS

Take an active role in sea turtle conservation in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. This immersive field program combines scientific learning, fieldwork, and real conservation impact in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula.

FROM

$20 USD

Per Activity

Full program rates available upon request.
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What You'll Experience

Hands-on
Fieldwork

Participate in real scientific monitoring with marine turtles in mangrove ecosystems and nesting beaches.

Nesting Beach
Conservation

Join morning surveys, nocturnal patrols, nest protection, and hatchling release experiences.

Citizen
Science

Contribute to ongoing conservation datasets through guided data collection and monitoring activities.

Osa Ecosystem
Exploration

Explore tropical forests, marine systems, and cultural experiences connected to conservation.

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Program Highlights

Days 1–2

Marine Turtle Monitoring in Mangroves

Participants navigate by boat into active feeding areas, assist with scientific capture systems, and support biological assessments under expert guidance.

01

Days 3–5

Nesting Beach
Conservation

Participants take part in nocturnal patrols, morning surveys, nest protection, data collection, and controlled hatchling release experiences.

02

Additional Experiences

Corcovado National Park + Elective Activity

Guided field excursions plus one elective experience such as snorkeling, dolphin observation, kayaking, bioluminescence, or cultural immersion.

03

Target Species

Chelonia mydas

Lepidochelys olivacea

Tortuga carey

  • Quick Facts

More than observing conservation.
Be part of it.

This program is designed for students, universities, conservation travelers, academic groups, and organizations looking for a meaningful field experience in tropical conservation.

Location

Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Duration

7–8 Days

Focus

Sea turtle conservation, citizen science, tropical ecosystems

Activities

Hatchling release, patrols, monitoring, electives

Pricing

From $20 USD per activity — full rates upon request

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