Cost per person
Duration
2.5 hours
Guide
English, Spanish
What you will live
• Learn about the golfina turtle and its life cycle in a local conservation area.
• Watch how the tortoise eggs are collected, incubated and prepared for hatching.
• Participates in the release of turtle offspring in the ocean.
• Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the bay as the tortoises begin their journey to the sea.
• Discover local conservation efforts to protect these endangered species.
Description of experience
Start with a 15-minute walk to the conservation area, where your guide will explain the work that specialists do to protect the nests and sea turtle eggs. You will learn how the eggs are incubated and how the young are prepared for release.
With the sunset as a backdrop, you will have the opportunity to participate directly in the release of the tortoises, a memorable and educational experience. During the activity, the guides will also share information on the biology of turtles and the challenges they face in order to survive in nature.
Includes
• Specialized guide
• Tortoise release experience
• Demonstration of nests and eggs collection
• Water
• Photos of the experience
Not included
• Transport
Not suitable for
• Under 5 years of age (can only be observed)
• People with mobility problems or wheelchair
• People with respiratory problems or hypertension
• People allergic to animals
• Persons with low physical condition
What to carry
• Biodegradable solar protector
• Comfortable clothing
• Insect repellent
Not permitted
• Drones
• Alcohol or drugs
Before you travel
• If there are no turtles available on the day of booking, you can reprogram or cancel the activity at no cost.
