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Seaturtles Night Pack
Begin the evening with a general presentation about sea turtles over dinner in the local community, hosted by Nina, the cook of the NGO Programa Tato. Enjoy a delicious meal while learning about the fascinating life of sea turtles.
After dinner, head to the incubation center for the second part of the briefing. There, we will check if any baby sea turtles are ready to be released into the ocean. We will be joined by dedicated ecoguards, and whenever possible, a biologist from the protection program will accompany us to share insights.
From there, we will drive to a nearby beach to begin the night patrol. Experience the unique atmosphere of the beach at night as your eyes slowly adjust to the darkness. We will move from one beach to another, stopping at key locations to wait for any activity. The network of ecoguards will keep us informed of any sightings, ensuring we have enough time to reach and witness the sea turtles up close.
If we’re lucky, we might receive a call even before dinner is over, indicating a sighting! Depending on the natural conditions, we may also have the chance to release hatchlings during the night.
- Start: 19:15 in Morro Peixe (or 18:45 in the capital)
- End: Midnight in the Capital (latest)
- Dinner: Included (upgrades available at Residencial Tamarindos)
The activity begins around 7 p.m and start with a dinner in the community and a briefing..The activity concludes by approximately 11:30 p.m., ensuring you’re back at your hotel early.
Note: The order of activities may vary based on recommendations from our local partners.
Itineraries
MEET WITH YOUR GUIDE
Meet with with your guide at Morro Peixe in the northern area (about 20 mn drive from the Capital).
You may also meet him in the Capital and give him a ride or he may be your taxi driver.
All arrangements to be made prior to start of activity.
DINNER TIME !
Learn about sea turtles while enjoying a delightful dinner at Nina’s house in Morro Peixe. We may have a special guest, Mr. Hipolito, the eldest member of the ecoguard community...
INCUBATION CENTER
Learn about the seaturtles life cycles and discover the work of the ecoguard at the incubation center
SEA TURTLES BRIEFING
Go into details about the many reasons why Seaturtles have to be protected !
CHECK FOR BABY TURTLES
Depending on the day, we may start by releasing sea turles to the ocean, or we may have to wait during the evening that the nest opens...
NIGHT RELEASE
START OF NIGHT PATROL
Walking along the beach at night and waiting patiently for a sea turtle to show up... Patience is key!
SEATURTLE APPROACHING !?
Make sure you don´t stand in the way of the turtle... Always wait aside with your gudie and wait for the instructions of the ecoguard.
LAYING EGGS
You may approach gently and silently while the seaturtles enters the second half of the nestling...
COLLECTING DATA
The Ecoguard not only monitors the seaturtles activities, but also collects precious scientific data to help imprive the understanding of their life habits..
BACK IN THE OCEAN
COLLECTING THE EGGS
The Ecoguard will gently collect the eggs and transfer them to the nearest incubation center...
END OF ACTIVITY
It´s time to thank and say good bye to the ecoguards and to your guide.
This activity includes:
- Local Guide
- Briefing about Sea Turtles
- Presentation of Protection Program
- Hatchling Release activity
- Dinner in the Community
- Night Patrol on the northern beachs
- Mineral water
This activity does not include:
- Transportation to the location of activity in the Northern area
- In one of the three incubation centers: Morro Peixe, Micolo or Fernão Dias
- Tips for local guide
- Other expenses
Note: you may select a taxi service during the check-out process
WHAT TO BRING ?
- Mosquito repellent is recommended
- Red LED light (or smartphone red light app)
WHAT TO WEAR ?
- Dark color clothes
- Comfortable shoes to walk on the beach
- Pants and long sleeves shirts are recommended.
