Love turtles? Join us and make a difference with every step
The experience
Love turtles and our planet. work as a team, Be respectful, Have a great condition to walk long distances.
What you offer
32 hours of help per week
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
What you get
1 day off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Beginner Spanish and Beginner English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Academy Course How to become an outstanding Worldpacker
Travel insurance
Mandatory volunteer introduction video
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
'Akumal' is Mayan meaning “Home of the Turtles”. Out of the 7 different species, both the Loggerhead and Green Sea Turtle nest on the beaches of Aventuras Akumal, which conveniently is the home of SAVE, A.C.
Activities & Shift
Sea turtle monitoring is carried out under SEMARNAT regulations.
Rules
1.- Be able to perform duties and tasks according to SEMARNAT regulations!