Have you ever seen a sea turtle lay eggs? We encounter these living dinosaurs on local reefs during the day, but at night, female sea turtles crawl onto the beach to nest. Join us at Loggerhead Marinelife Center to watch them in action at one of the densest loggerhead nesting sites in the world!
First, enjoy a presentation about the sea turtles journey, nesting and reproduction. Learn about local populations and participate in hands-on activities. While we learn, scouts search for nesting sea turtles. When one is spotted, we venture onto the beach to watch her nest.
To help ensure the comfort and wellbeing of nesting turtles, participants should wear dark colored clothing. Flashlights and cameras are not allowed during this activity. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we may be walking up to 1/4 mile in the sand. This is a rain or shine event, so bring along a raincoat or poncho.
This program includes a $40 donation per person to Loggerhead Marinelife Center to support their sea turtle rehabilitation and conservation efforts.
Please bear in mind that sea turtles are wild animals, and we cannot guarantee their presence during the event. No refunds are issued in the event we do not see a turtle, or in the event of foul weather. Be sure to check out the full cancellation policy details when booking.
Kids must be age 10 or older to participate.
LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER
Loggerhead Marinelife Center has been committed to the rehabilitation of sick and injured sea turtles for over three decades. Their treatment protocol spans from each sea turtle’s rescue to release, meaning they release their sea turtle patients as soon as they’re medically cleared.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center is the only sea turtle hospital between Orlando and the Florida Keys. And, it’s open to the public! More than 350,000 people visit Loggerhead Marinelife Center each year to learn about sea turtles and to take a peek at their sea turtle hospital. From public outreach to sea turtle surgeries, Loggerhead Marinelife Center makes waves in ocean conservation.
PADI SEA TURTLE AWARENESS SPECIALTY
Want to learn more about local sea turtle species? Become a PADI Sea Turtle Awareness diver to go diving with these shell-ebrities and become an advocate for sea turtles!
First, learn sea turtle basics, including threats to their populations and how divers can help. Then, splash in on a 2-tank charter with an instructor by your side to observe and identify sea turtles in their natural habitat.
Don’t let sea turtle season pass you by. Watch nesting sea turtles, learn how you can make a splash in sea turtle conservation efforts, and go diving to see these amazing creatures firsthand.
Got questions? Contact us at 561-840-8750 or email reservations@puravidadivers.com!
