A Turtle Day
6 Hour Conservation Experience
SAVE Sea Turtle Conservation Program · Akumal, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Join a guided night program in Akumal and learn how sea turtle conservation works in real life.
This program is designed to raise awareness, support conservation efforts, and promote responsible interaction with wildlife and coastal ecosystems.
What Is A Turtle Day at SAVE?
A Turtle Day is a 6-hour evening experience hosted by the SAVE Sea Turtle Conservation Program in Akumal, Riviera Maya. Participants learn about sea turtles and actively observe conservation work during a guided night beach patrol.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:00 pm – 12:00 am
Family-friendly talk (kids & adults)
SCHEDULE
8:00 PM
TRAINING TALK
An interactive talk about sea turtles and the conservation work.
9:00 PM
BEACH PATROL
Participants join a supervised patrol to observe and learn about: nest protection procedures.
12:00 AM
PROGRAM ENDS
Optional continuation may be possible only with prior staff approval and based on program needs.
Hatchling releases may occur only when naturally happening and authorized. Sightings are never guaranteed.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Have a great attitude, be happy, be positive, enthusiastic, and adventurous!
Be available and be able to commit for at least a month.
Speak English and Spanish!
Be respectful and clean.
Be able to perform duties and tasks according to SEMARNAT regulations.
Can sleep during the day to stay awake to work during the night!
Work as a team member.
Love turtles and …our planet!
“This experience will stay with you for your entire life. It is a hands on experience while you learn to connect with nature and biodiversity.”
Nancy De Rosa, Director
Thanks for your time and interest, Team SAVE.
