Sea Turtle Conservation in Sri Lanka

Volunteer with this organization and help the turtle population of Kosgoda, Sri Lanka. This region was heavily affected by the Boxing Day Tsunami with many people’s livelihoods lost alongside much of the beach area. There was a massive decline in tourism and fishing was compromised. Many locals turned to the sale of turtle eggs to make an income. This is what established the organization that you would volunteer with, an attempt to preserve the habitat and development of the local turtles.

You would be a part of conserving and monitoring nesting sites. The organization also promotes a hatchery that collects rescued eggs that will hatch and be released into the sea.

Volunteer run beach patrols
You will monitor nests and collect data
Lead English tours through the center
Help to fundraise
Assist with beach cleanups
Feed and clean turtles
Assist with training
Teach at local schools

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