Join a guided night walk with the Torá Carey turtle project at Dreams Las Mareas and help release hatchling olive ridley turtles. Expect a three-hour, low-light beach patrol with bilingual guides, essential conservation rules and a real chance to witness hatchlings reach the sea.
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You step off the resort shuttle into a warm, salt-scented night where the dark ocean hisses at the edge of the sand and guides from the Torá Carey project sweep the shoreline with soft, red-filtered lamps.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on sand at night and standing.
Wildlife
History
Local anti-poaching patrols evolved into organized conservation efforts in the late 20th century, now involving NGOs, resorts and community volunteers.
Conservation
Tours support reef-and-beach stewardship; staying dark, limiting handling and following guide rules reduce disturbance and predator attraction.
Reserve your spot on the Baby Turtle Release, Night Walk, from Dreams Las Mareas, El Jobo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Use a red-filter light
Bring a headlamp fitted with a red filter or request one from guides to avoid disorienting hatchlings and to preserve night vision.
Keep distance and follow instructions
Do not touch nests or hatchlings unless a guide asks you to; sudden movements and bright lights can harm them.
Wear sturdy, closed shoes
Sand can be coarse and uneven; closed shoes protect feet during 10–15 minute walks between beaches.
Expect variable sightings
Hatching is unpredictable—some nights produce several nests, others none; treat the tour as both education and conservation work.
Red-filter headlamp
Red light preserves hatchling orientation and keeps the group’s night vision intact.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet from coarse sand and hidden debris during nighttime beach walks.
Lightweight long-sleeve layer
Keeps mosquitoes at bay and provides slight warmth on breezy nights.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated on warm, humid nights matters even during short walks.
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