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Asociación Conservacionista de la Tortuga Marina de El Progreso (ACOTPRO)
We are an off-the-beaten track, community-led, sea turtle conservation project located in one of Costa Rica's most beautiful and unique areas - Drake Bay! The setting is wild and our field station is rustic, but the experience of working with turtles and living and exploring the Corcovado area is unforgettable! You will get a real authentic Tico experience and you'll also meet lots of other volunteers and locals, both from our project, and from other nearby volunteer projects.
ACOTPRO is an association formed by a group of local residents in 2003, with the objective of protecting and conserving sea turtles from human impact. We are very committed to the volunteer project since your help is very important to be able to carry out all our activities.
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About the experience in: Drake, Osa, Costa Rica
Canada
had an amazing time!! Everyone was so welcoming and sweet. We shared lots of laughs and learned a lot. The food was great and portions were awesome.
2 months ago
About the experience in: Drake, Osa, Costa Rica
Canada
We loved this experience! All staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. Accommodations are clean and comfortable. We would love to come back!
2 months ago
About the experience in: Drake, Osa, Costa Rica
Australia
What a wonderful experience! Alba and Manuel were incredibly warm, welcoming, and supportive. The accommodation is set in a stunning location right by the beach, offering a truly rustic and immersive connection with nature. Since it wasn’t turtle season, there weren’t many turtle-related tasks, but we kept busy with beach clean-ups and other meaningful activities like making coconut milk and painting beach signs. Without a car, getting around can be a bit challenging, but if you’re looking to slow down and reconnect with nature, this is the perfect place. Thank you so much!
3 months ago
About the experience in: Drake, Osa, Costa Rica
Australia
What an awesome experience! Alba and Manuel were so lovely, helpful and welcoming. The accommodation is right on the beach and a rustic immersion with nature. It wasn’t turtle season so we didn’t have much to do, mostly some beach cleaning and other activities like painting signs. It’s a little tricky to get around without a car but if you are looking to slow down and enjoy nature this is a great spot. Thank you so much!!
3 months ago
About the experience in: Drake, Osa, Costa Rica
Colombia
Tuve una excelente experiencia durante las dos semanas que fui parte de este proyecto. Mi tiempo en ACOTPRO estuvo lleno de personas radiantes, naturaleza hermosa, nuevas experiencias y nuevos aprendizajes que me llevaron a la conclusión de que Alba y Manuel son ambos muy apasionados por lo que hacen. Todas las personas que hacen parte de este proyecto son muy acogedoras y proyectan constantemente su propio amor hacia esta causa. Me encantaría volver en época de tortugas!
3 months ago