Nonprofit
Punta Tortuga Wildlife Conservation
Mission
Somos la única organización local sin fines de lucro dedicada a conservar los últimos remanentes del bosque húmedo costero del Chocó ecuatoriano y las especies amenazadas de la Reserva Marina Galera-San Francisco, con un enfoque especial en las tortugas marinas. Los voluntarios son el corazón de nuestro proyecto - sin ellos, nuestro trabajo no sería posible. Somos un equipo multicultural y apasionado de conservacionistas con años de experiencia en protección de bosques tropicales y ecosistemas marinos. Juntos tomamos acción directa para proteger y restaurar estos ecosistemas críticos.
Somos la única organización local sin fines de lucro dedicada a conservar los últimos remanentes del bosque húmedo costero del Chocó ecuatoriano y las especies amenazadas de la Reserva Marina Galera-San Francisco, con un enfoque especial en las tortugas marinas. Los voluntarios son el corazón de nuestro proyecto - sin ellos, nuestro trabajo no sería posible. Somos un equipo multicultural y apasionado de conservacionistas con años de experiencia en protección de bosques tropicales y ecosistemas marinos. Juntos tomamos acción directa para proteger y restaurar estos ecosistemas críticos.
About Us
Gain hands-on experience in sea turtle conservation—monitor nesting beaches, protect eggs, and combat plastic pollution. Learn about tropical permaculture and help conserve vital rainforest ecosystems. We are also involved in environmental education activities at local schools. Be part of real impact in a critical biodiversity hotspot.
Fieldwork (70-80%) – Monitor nesting beaches, protect sea turtle eggs, collect plastic waste, and assist in reforestation efforts.
Data Work (10-20%) – Logging and analyzing biological data—a crucial part of conservation!
Maintenance Tasks (10%) – Help keep the research station, volunteer house, and equipment clean and organized.
Schedule & Free Time:
Work Shifts: Morning (7:30 AM - 11:30 AM) or Afternoon (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM).
Weekends Free – Explore nearby beaches, surf towns, and rainforest trails!
Important Notes:
Fieldwork depends on weather, tides, and logistics (like fuel availability). Flexibility and patience are key!
Living in a remote area means adapting to limited resources—but it’s all part of the adventure.
Gain hands-on experience in sea turtle conservation—monitor nesting beaches, protect eggs, and combat plastic pollution. Learn about tropical permaculture and help conserve vital rainforest ecosystems. We are also involved in environmental education activities at local schools. Be part of real impact in a critical biodiversity hotspot.
Fieldwork (70-80%) – Monitor nesting beaches, protect sea turtle eggs, collect plastic waste, and assist in reforestation efforts.
Data Work (10-20%) – Logging and analyzing biological data—a crucial part of conservation!
Maintenance Tasks (10%) – Help keep the research station, volunteer house, and equipment clean and organized.
Schedule & Free Time:
Work Shifts: Morning (7:30 AM - 11:30 AM) or Afternoon (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM).
Weekends Free – Explore nearby beaches, surf towns, and rainforest trails!
Important Notes:
Fieldwork depends on weather, tides, and logistics (like fuel availability). Flexibility and patience are key!
Living in a remote…
Cause Areas Include
- Agriculture
- Animals
- Children & Youth
- Education
- Environment & Sustainability
Location & Contact
- +593 999 193 056
- digoteje84@gmail.com
- via estero del platano - galera, Ecuador
