Costa Rica Sea Turtle Conservation Program Pacific and Caribbean Coast

This is a vital area for nesting green turtles in all of the west half of the Caribbean. Volunteers will assist in sea turtle preservation by monitoring and registering nest and nesting patterns, keeping a record of eggs, shifting eggs to the hatchery, participating in beach patrols, and helping to free newborns into the ocean. You do not need any prior experience, but you must be prepared for odd work hours, including the middle of the night, and be ready to spend a lot of time on the beach.

All of our projects are available to individuals and groups. Volunteers are incredibly important to conservation efforts and, to succeed, we need outside help. Join us and help the turtles!

Volunteers must arrive to San Jose in the morning or on noon flights since night flights will delay the start of your program by one day.

Volunteer Application Process

Research your flights, the program location and determine your desired start dates. ABV program fees are based on 7 night increments (example 1 month is 28 nights = 4 weeks).

When you have your travels plans decided, click the APPLY ONLINE button on the ABV home page. Log In and create your own personal profile.

Fill out the application form in its entirety. This includes uploading your resume/CV and completing the online questionnaire. Incomplete (or inactive) applications will be deleted within 7 days of receipt. If you have any doubts, call or email the ABV office to verify your application was actually received by us.

Upon submission of your completed application, expect an email confirmation from ABV within 24/48 hours. Follow the instructions provided and Log In to your personal profile.

Read and Sign the online Volunteer Service Agreement, and the Participants Contract. Follow the payment instructions to pay your US$120 deposit.

After paying the US$120 deposit you will be emailed an Orientation Guide, the Pre-trip check list and your invoice. Log in to your profile for updates.

Bookmark the ABV Log In. This is your main source of information: flights, travel insurance, payment deadlines and project details. If you have any questions, ask us!

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Transfer eggs to the hatchery
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