Sea Turtle Experience

- A weekend protecting sea turtles at Campamento Tortuguero Mayto -

Hatchling Release

Protect hatchlings on their way to the ocean. Releases take place at sunset in front of Campamento Tortuguero Mayto, on a day to day basis. Prior to the release an environmental education workshop about sea turtles bilogy is offered to all attendees and is guided by one of the project's biologist.

  • $5 USD per person

  • No limit (workshops to be scheduled ahead of the release)

  • In front of Campamento Tortuguero Matyo

Beach Patrol (on an ATV)

Observe nesting female sea turtles in a guided ATV tour, and carry out the search and collection of nests along Mayto beach. The patrol takes place at night from 10pm to 7am, and lasts for approximately 2-4 hours, depending on the nesting season. Patrol rounds can be scheduled during night hours (higher chance of sighting females while nesting) and early morning hours (5 to 7 am). Patrols are guided by one of the project’s biologists.

  • $120 USD per round (2 participants)

    *Add a 2nd round for $50 USD (2 participants as well)

  • 2 participants per round

    * Up to 2 rounds per night

    * Depending on availabilty more than 1 ATV can go on the patrol round

  • Facilities at Campamento Tortuguero Matyo

    * Hotel pick-up can be arranged depending on availability

Open Water Boat Excursion

A boat tour that begins at the Tehuamixtle dock in the early hours of the morning. The objective is to observe (and capture if possible) sea turtles in their natural marine habitat. This will lead to a demonstration of basic sea turtle sampling for scientific research. Depending on the season, guests will have the opportunity to observe marine fauna, such as dolphins, manta rays, and whales. The tour is guided by one of the project’s biologists.

  • $175 US per boat (8 -10 participants)

  • 8 to 10 people per boat

  • Departure from Tehuamixtle’s dock

Camping at the Project

Campamento Tortuguero Mayto has incredible camping areas to live the Sea Turtle Experience to the fullest. Equipped with bathrooms and recreational areas, it is the ideal place to connect with nature and enjoy the wonderful sunsets that only Mayto holds. Camping equipement required.

For an addtional fee, Hidden Horizons Mx may facilitate tents and sleeping bags for participants.

  • $15 US per person per night (only camping)

    *Addtional fees

    $10 US - Tent (2 people)

    $8 US - Sleeping Bag (Individual)

  • No limit

  • Mayto Beach, Cabo Corrientes, Jalisco