Sea Turtle Conservation & Surf Trip, Costa Rica
 |
This project directly
helps conserve the different turtle species that are under threat
in Costa Rica.
|
Introduction
If you are looking for a beach break then this project in the
beautiful Nicoya Peninsula needs you on board. You will be learning
to surf and using your skills to conserve the local sea turtle
population.
For two weeks, you will be living on the beach combining surfing
lessons and supervised surf practice together with beach
patrolling, research gathering and preparing turtle hatcheries.
Providing you can swim, love the outdoors and have a passion for
working with animals you will make waves.
Project details:
Wow! This project provides you with the best of Costa Rica in
the shape of turtle conservation and surfing lessons. Situated on
the beautiful beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula, you can pack a truly
wonderful experience into 2 short weeks.
Working with a Costa Rican NGO, the municipal government and a
local surf school, you take an active part in vital efforts to
conserve the Olive Ridley, Black, Hawksbill and Leatherback
turtles. All this, combined with daily surfing lessons, adds up to
a rewarding and fun project.
Why this project needs you:
Turtles
are under threat in Costa Rica and volunteers are really needed to
help out with conservation efforts. This is your opportunity to
play a part in an ongoing struggle to save a remarkable piece of
Costa Rica’s heritage.
What skills do you need?
You need to love the outdoors, be enthusiastic and like working
with animals. You do not need to be able to surf but you must be a
good swimmer to do this project. A fun and positive attitude comes
in handy too!
Your role:
Your day will be
filled with a combination of surfing lessons, supervised surf
practice and also turtle conservation. You could get involved with
beach patrolling, research gathering and preparing turtle
hatcheries. You will work 6 days a week and have one free day off
each week.
Project Location:
The project is based on the beautiful Nicoya Peninsula, the nearest
town being Samara. It’s the perfect place if you want to swim,
surf, and relax.
Flights:
You need to fly into San Jose
International Airport (SJO) on your official arrival
date.
Quick links:
sea turtle conservation & surf trip,
costa rica - factfile
sea turtle conservation & surf trip,
costa rica - dates & prices
sea turtle conservation & surf trip,
costa rica - booking enquiry
sea turtle conservation & surf trip,
costa rica - before you go
Ref: Sports, Surf and save turtles in Costa Rica
(CRCST) - II0007
