Volunteer at Ostional Wildlife Refuge

Live on the beach, protect endangered sea turtles during the arribada, and immerse yourself in Costa Rican community-led conservation

🚨 Only 4 spots left for next month - Apply today!

What's Included in Your Experience

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Beachfront Accommodation

Shared dormitory with AC, 5 min from nesting beach

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Hostel Dormitory
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All Meals Included

3 delicious daily meals prepared by local cooks

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Traditional Costa Rican Food
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Full Training

Comprehensive conservation training & certification

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Volunteer Training Session
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24/7 Support

Expert supervision and emergency support

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Ostional Wildlife Refuge Rangers
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Certificate

Boost your resume with an official Certificate from the Costa Rica Ministry of Environment. Apply what you learned in class into the field and connect with people & nature.

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Official Volunteer Certificate
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Hands-On Conservation

Direct contact with wildlife and conservation professionals

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Sea Turtle Conservation Reality

Start Your Application

Simple 2-step process - Takes less than 5 minutes

Step 1: Your Information

Step 2: Your Travel Dates

* Minimum booking duration: 2 weeks (14 days)

Step 3: Your Preferences & Health

Your Typical Day at Ostional

08:00
Breakfast & Morning Briefing
10:00
Beach Cleanup / Data Entry / Station Maintenance (1-2 hours)
12:00
Lunch & Rest Period
15:30
Rest / Data Entry / Learn Spanish / Optional
19:00
Night Patrol - Turtle Monitoring (4 hours)

Volunteer Requirements

  • ✅ Age 18+ (16+ with guardian)
  • ✅ Health insurance
  • ✅ Commitment to conservation
  • ✅ Flexible & team-oriented
  • ✅ Travel Insurance
  • ✅ Dark clothing for patrols
  • ⚠️ May be physically demanding if you have knee, ankle, or chronic pains—feel free to talk to us so we can support you.

Program Fee

$850
/ 2 weeks

One of the most affordable sea turtle volunteer programs in Costa Rica. Exceptional conservation experience without agency markups.

  • All accommodations for the duration of the Expedition
  • Three tasty and healthy meals per day
  • Full time expert leader per group of participants during the entire time in the project
  • Materials and research equipment to work on the project
  • National Wildlife Refuge permit and entrance
  • Research permit and an officially signed Government Certificate of Participation to boost your resume
  • Local transport concierge guidance, or an arranged shuttle waiting for your arrival

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