Sea Turtle & Tropical Rainforest Conservation Program

United States

5

Visiting the reserve was one of the best decisions I ever made. The hosts, Diego and Andrea are so knowledgeable and so eager to share their beautiful culture with guests. They are incredibly kind, supportive, and flexible. The location is stunning and remote and all the locals are very kind and welcoming. I felt very safe, very welcome, and I learned so much! If you like to learn about nature, do some sustainable volunteer work, immerse yourself in local culture, or explore a new place, I highly recommend this program. I also recommend going for a longer trip.

10 days ago

Russia

5

This is a very calm and beautiful place for those who like to be in nature. I felt like at home, there was a warm friendly atmosphere. The hosts were friendly and tried to share their experience and knowledge. Volunteering on protecting turtle's nests and cleaning the beach was so amazing. There are such beautiful, wild beaches here, I enjoyed every moment! And of course, there were unforgettable moments when baby turtles hatched and made their journey to the ocean. Thanks to working in the garden, I have gained some insights and useful techniques.

14 days ago

Canada

5

What an extraordinary place this reserve is! Andrea's passion for the reserve is contagious and the conversations with Diego are so interesting. It was my first Worldpackers and I had read that you feel like part of the family when you're there—I can confirm this is absolutely true : delicious meals, kind hosts, and eight loving dogs (special hi to Pelucha!). Days are varied, with activities you'd never do as a traditional tourist, and most importantly, always safe. In just two weeks I experienced so much. An unforgettable adventure, and the hardest goodbye of my travels yet—I'm beyond grateful.

16 days ago

United Kingdom

5

I had an incredible time at the reserve which I will never forget. The landscape and the reserve are breathtaking, the hosts inspiring, the local communities fascinating and my fellow volunteers heartwarming. I was there for only a short time but had so many incredible experiences, seeing the migrating whales, helping clear the beaches of plastic and seeing turtles doing their thing, planting, harvesting and visiting a local school. Andrea and Diego are deeply impressive people with their expertise, commitment, vision and hospitality.

28 days ago

United States

5

I learned so much from this volunteer experience from both Diego and Andrea. Between Andrea giving us information on the reserve and marine biology and Diego giving us information on local history and agriculture, they are a treasure trove of knowledge. During my time, I was able to learn about the reserve efforts to help the turtles and their nests, see baby sea turtles being rehabilitated, and observe a nesting mother! This area is very safe and calm and in a rural part of Ecuador. The food was also amazing. I highly recommend volunteering here.

29 days ago

United States

5

This trip was Everything I could ask for! Fun, engaging, and educational. The cabins were so cute, the food delicious, and company of the other volunteers was so warm. Diego and Andrea provided a very welcoming and wonderful atmosphere. And there is no shortage of activities! Ecuador is beautiful, and with this experience you get to appreciate everything from the villages to the beaches to the rainforests. This was my first international trip, and coming from a female solo traveler, rest assured your safety and comfort is of the utmost care of the hosts. So take the leap, you won't regret it!

about 1 month ago

Canada

5

I stayed a little over a month at the reserve with Andrea and Diego. I was warmly welcomed with open arms. They are two people full of knowledge, with big hearts and a true desire to make a difference for the environment and biodiversity. Here, you'll learn many things, meet locals, connect with travelers from all around the world, live in a paradise in the middle of nowhere, and learn to live in the present moment. I will be forever grateful, thank you for everything.

2 months ago

France

5

I stayed a bit less than a month with Diego and Andrea and I will cherish the moments spent with them forever. They make you feel home, they teach you many many things about nature and the local life. You also get to improve your spanish with them which is so fun. The working hours are always so interesting, we mostly worked in the garden, jungle or on the beach. But you also have plenty of free time to enjoy the beautiful area. Thank you for everything, see you soon 🩷 Laura

3 months ago

United States

5

Diego and Andrea are incredible people and are so passionate about their work! I met awesome people on the trip and the housing was a unique experience! 10/10 would go back again!!

4 months ago

Lithuania

5

Andreja & Diego were welcoming & provided everything we asked for & more! Having a group as motivated & positive to experience this with was also a huge help. The accommodation was exactly what you should expect from a remote rainforest the reserve. With that being said please come prepared! What they're doing out here is monumental & it was a great pleasure to contribute to the effort. Extremely proud of everyone & i cant wait to come back!

4 months ago

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