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PRICE $30 / person / day |
AVAILABILITY Year-round |
MIN. AGE +18 years old |
DIFFICULTY MODERATE |
THE EXPERIENCE
What you'll do
You'll work alongside community leaders and rangers, researchers and other volunteers — experiencing conservation hands-on in the North Pacific of Costa Rica. Topics covered include waste management, climate change adaptation, and coexistence with wildlife.
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🔭 Wildlife Monitoring
✅ Assisting community rangers in day and night walks to monitor wildlife (sea turtles, migratory birds and other animals) along the national park. ✅ Collaborating with researchers monitoring pollutants such as marine debris, light pollution or presence of dogs. ✅ Implementing ecological monitoring protocols in sandy and rocky beaches. ✅ Contributing to reforestation, tree maintenance, community and beach clean ups. |
🏡 Community Outreach
✅ Supporting park rangers with visitation data collection and informing tourists the Ramsar Site Tamarindo Wetland. ✅ Cooperating with teachers in environmental education activities at Playa Grande Elementary School and the local Kids Club. ✅ Creating and maintaining signage with messages that promote national park rules and environmental awareness. ✅ Aiding leaders in the community recycling program. |
CONSERVATION IMPACT
Why it matters
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Las Baulas National Marine Park in Guanacaste is a protected area that remains a critical refuge for species threatened with extinction, including the leatherback turtle of the Eastern Tropical Pacific, the yellow-naped parrot, and the endemic mangrove hummingbird. The park protects more than 26,000 marine hectares, globally important wetlands for migratory birds, and a vital coastal strip for the reproduction of sea turtles, green iguanas, crabs, and mollusks. Through citizen science and partnerships with local organizations, we carry out monitoring projects and invite people to take part in finding joint solutions to protect this extraordinary ecosystem. |
PROTECTED SPECIE 🐢 Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) 🦜 Yellow-naped Parrot (Amazona auropalliata) 🐦 Mangrove Hummingbird (Amazilia boucardi) 🐒 Howler Monkey (Alouatta palliata) 🐢 Pacific Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) |
SUPPORTING UN SUSTAINABLE DELVELOPMENT GOALS
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PRICING
The $30/day includes
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🔬 Marine biologist leadership |
🚗 Internal transportation |
🐢 Support to research projects |
💚 Direct conservation contribution |
🏠 Lodging discound code (25% off at StayOnda.com) |
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Important considerations
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🥾 pHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Expect walking at least 1 km on the beach. Not recommended for people with high blood pressure or physical impairment. 👪 Minors (15-17)
Must be accompanied by an adult. All participants need accident insurance with repatriation for non-residents. ☀️ Sun exposure
Bring sunscreen, a hat and comfortable clothing. Always carry a water bottle. 👟 Footwear
Bring sunscreen, a hat and comfortable clothing. Always carry a water bottle. 🐢 Wildlife policy
Sea turtle sightings are not guaranteed. Touching, handling or petting wild animals is strictly not permitted. |
LOGISTICS
What to Bring
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📅 Reservation
⏰ Book at least 1 month ahead. Specify any additional services needed (surf lessons, snorkeling equipment, lifeguard) in your request. |
📞 Contact
P1288-2603
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