Sea Turtle Conservation in the Mexican Caribbean

Volunteer on conservation programs that help to protect sea turtles.

Durations: 2 - 12 weeks
Fieldwork hours35 hrs of fieldwork per week
Participant ratio1:6 staff to participant ratio
GVI experiencesIncludes GVI Experiences
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Program information

Learn about sea turtle biology and ecology, and gain insights into local and global threats to the survival of this species. Working hand in hand with our local partner – the National Commission for Natural Protected Areas (CONANP) – and the local community, participants assist with monitoring sea turtle nests and hatchlings, and help to develop and implement environmental education programs.

Included in your program, at no extra cost.

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