Call for Volunteers – 2024/25 Field Season Costa Rica
Description
Each year, many dedicated volunteers join our researchers at Cabuyal beach, Costa Rica to assist with the monitoring and protection of endangered sea turtles. Cabuyal, a beautiful secluded beach close to Liberia, is home to three species of sea turtles (greens, leatherbacks and olive ridleys). It is situated south to Santa Rosa National Park, an […]
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Dates of program:
Mid-October until late March
Duration of program:
10 days minimum
Age requirement:
Adults of both sexes 18+
Cost:
Volunteers pay a daily fee of US$20 (note: US$10 for Costa Rican residents) for the duration of their participation. The fee goes towards covering food costs, logistics, research permits and administration costs, and cannot be waived under any circumstances.
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Reviews
A life-changing experience!"My two-month stay in Cabuyal with the Leatherback Trust was, without a doubt, one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The work can be tough at times - patrolling the beach, collecting data, and relocating nests - but the effort is definitely worth it. Working closely with green, olive ridley, and leatherback turtles is not only rewarding but also a privilege. Cabuyal is full of incredible wildlife. In such a small area, you can spot monkeys, crocodiles, sharks, snakes, and so many types of birds. The beach itself is stunning - with its pristine, untouched landscape is one of the most beautiful I’ve seen in Costa Rica. Watching the sunset there is unforgettable. The accommodation is simple, and there’s no internet, which can feel strange at first, but you quickly get used to it. The amazing work and great people you meet make it easy to adjust. Bibi and Veronica were fantastic teachers, helping me learn how to work with turtles and collect data while making sure we kept scientific standards. If you’re thinking of doing this, be ready for hard work, but know that it’s truly worth it. You’ll get to experience nature up close and make a real difference in protecting it."- Lara Fazzari
Playa Cabuyal at one with nature"I spent two months here in 2017 oct and nov. The project location is isolated and rustic but the experiences were priceless. I saw many turtles mainly ridleys and some green turtles. I was involved in nest relocation and assisting in tagging and data recording. We also saw crocodiles, monkeys, snakes and many types of birds on a regular basis. Playa Cabuyal is a beautiful almost untouched beach. I would highly recommend to any budding biologists!"- Mark Jobling
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