Conservation Trips for Student Groups

EcoTeach is a program of SEE Turtles, a nonprofit that creates custom trips where you work side-by-side with local conservationists.

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customized trips

School Field Trips That Make a Difference

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Costa Rica
Wildlife, Culture, & the Tropical Rainforest
Work alongside biologists to protect sea turtles and visit tropical habitats or indigenous reserves.
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Belize
Marine Research on the Barrier Reef
Observe and participate in research with sea turtles, dolphins, manatees, & more.
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Galapagos Islands
Evolution and Island Ecology in Action
Study endemic species and explore this unique land and seascape in a living laboratory.
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about us

Founded in 1994 by educators who knew the classroom wasn't enough.

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Educational Curriculum

From virtual classroom presentations to lesson plans and videos, we help educate your students before, during, and after your journey.
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Community Support

We prioritize locally-owned hotels, restaurants, guides, and activities.
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$1 million+

Generated for conservation and coastal communities.
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Impact Pricing

100% of profits support sea turtle conservation.

Plan Your Group's Impact

Curious what a single trip can achieve? Use our estimator to see your group's total conservation contribution.

5 Students 30 Students
15 Students

These estimates are based on our unique Conservation Impact Pricing model. Profits from your trip will support our local partners and global conservation programs.

Estimated Trip Impact

Per group · Costa Rica
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Hatchlings Saved

300 per student

4,500
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Trash Cleaned

120 lbs per student

1,800 lbs
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100% of profits support conservation

School Trips That Make a Difference

Every EcoTeach student trip is built around immersive learning, conservation impact, and meaningful connection. Choose a destination and build a fully customized experience from scratch or choose one of our standard itineraries.

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica offers an immersive field-based classroom rooted in ecology, conservation, and outdoor learning, from Caribbean coastlines to vibrant rainforest systems.

Highlights

  • Sea turtle research projects
  • Sarapiqui river rafting
  • Rainforest hiking
  • Chocolate tours
  • Wildlife rescue centers
  • Indigenous Cultural Visits

Ideal For

Biology classes, Environmental Science, service learning.

Itinerary Focus Breakdown

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Ready to Simplify the Planning?

Step 1: Pick your travel dates
Step 2: Choose an itinerary
Step 3: Book your tour with us
Step 4: Start registering participants
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