About Us

An organization that runs thanks to the support of many who want to make a better planet

The support of volunteers is essential for the long term operation and success many conservation and community projects (sea turtle nesting beaches, reforestation, environmental lessons, among others); mainly in terms of economic sustainability. Turtle Trax S.A. operates a volunteer program that services four of CREMA’s (our scientific partner) sea turtle community based sea turtle conservation projects along the southern Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica: San Miguel, Costa de Oro, Bejuco, and Corozalito.  Funds generated through these programs help provide an income for local community members (beach monitors, cooks, transportation and other services) and fund 100% of direct operational costs. Your direct contact as a volunteer with the community helps spark awareness regarding the importance and benefits that come from protecting sea turtles—the true definition of sustainable tourism.

An organization that runs thanks to the support of many who want to make a better planet

Participants become immersed in the conservation project and the local culture, and speaking Spanish, while helpful, is certainly not a necessity (though you’ll have plenty of opportunity to practice!).  We also support rural ecotourism initiatives, such as a mangrove tours, bird and wildlife watching, reforestation, or sustainable fishing tours, all operated by coastal community members and local fishers.  Also, these visits may have an academic component upon request (lectures by scientists).

HISTORY

Volunteers from all over the world making a difference since 2013

MEET THE TEAM

“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.” — Jane Goodall