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Sea Turtle and Caiman Volunteer Guatemala
Similar to our other conservation volunteer projects, this project is an excellent opportunity to view and work abroad on a volunteer turtle conservation project in Central America. The project focuses on the conservation of native turtles to Guatemala, with volunteers needed to play a central role in the day to day running of the programme.
You should consider volunteering on this placement if you are interested in working with wildlife during your gap year and want to be part of a worthwhile volunteer experience working and travelling Central America.
Volunteer RoleBased on the Pacific coast of Guatemala volunteers assist in conducting nightly patrols of area beaches in search of nesting sea turtles, collection and burial of eggs in the hatchery and collection of research data. Volunteers also have the option to take part in the caiman captive breeding program, mangrove reforestations, educational activities in area schools and other community projects.
The turtle season in Hawaii is from June to December with peak months of August and September for olive ridleys. For the much scarcer leatherbacks, the nesting season is December and January.
If you want a little more adventure and a more authentic Guatemalan experience, we also offer home-stays with families in more remote fishing villages where volunteers help in the management and data gathering at community hatcheries and educational activities.
Project Location
Hawaii Park, an ecosystem consisting of dry tropical forests, volcanic sandy beaches, and mangrove-lined estuaries, is situated on a 3-hectare reserve near the town of Hawaii on the Pacific Coast of Guatemala, only 8kms away from the Monterrico resort.
Accommodation and Meals
Accommodation is on-site at the Hawaii Park where a large central ranch complete with kitchen, office/library, second-story dorm, common room, toilet and shower is available. There's also a small visitor’s house where volunteer’s can sleep. Volunteers looking for a more authentic Guatemalan experience can stay with local families in small fishing villages, where they can get involved in community hatcheries and education.
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Programme Overview
Durations: 2 weeks volunteer £399, 4 weeks volunteer £549
2 week language and 4 weeks volunteer £749
4 week language and 4 weeks volunteer £949
How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure.
What is included?
Accommodation
Airport transfers
Spanish tuition if opted to combine
Volunteer placement
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What is not included?
Flights
Extra activities not on itinerary
Travel Insurance
Meals
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Programme Summary:
Join this wildlife volunteer programme to work towards the conservation of native turtles to Guatemala. Volunteers are needed to play a central role in the day to day running of the programme.
Other Guatemala volunteer work
Guatemala Travel Advice:
Visit our Guatemala Travel Advice page for useful travel information.
Arrival dates: First Monday of every month (other dates are available!) |
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If there's anything you'd like to know, call 01892 516 164
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