🐢 Leatherback Turtle Nesting Experience
Hosted by: Living the Wilderness
📍 Matura Beach, Trinidad
📅 Thursday, June 19th, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🌊 Experience the Magic of Nature
Join Living the Wilderness for a serene and unforgettable evening on the protected shores of Matura Beach as we witness the majestic return of the endangered leatherback turtles, nesting under the moonlit sky.
Guided by trained conservation personnel, this intimate, respectful encounter offers a rare opportunity to observe these gentle giants up close in their natural habitat — a perfect event for nature lovers, photographers, families, and eco-conscious adventurers.
🎟️ Booking & Cost Details
Pre-registration required | Limited spaces available
Admission:
• Adults: $250
• Children (12 & under): $200
• Optional Transport: $100 (from Mt. Hope Hospital Car Park)
Group Discount:
Groups of 5 or more receive $25 off per person
🗓️ Payment Deadline: June 15th, 2025
(Online bank transfer required to secure permits)
🌿 What’s Included
• Guided turtle-watching with conservation experts
• Educational insights on leatherback turtles & preservation
• Access to a protected nesting beach
• Light refreshments
• A peaceful, community-based nature experience
🧳 What to Bring
✅ Red-light flashlight/headlamp (white light disturbs turtles) — rental available: $50
✅ Comfortable walking shoes
✅ Long pants & long-sleeved shirt (for bugs & breeze)
✅ Eco-friendly insect repellent
✅ Reusable water bottle
✅ Light snacks (please, no littering)
✅ Rain jacket or poncho
✅ Towel or mat for sitting
✅ Camera (no flash allowed)
🌙 Respect. Learn. Connect.
Let’s honor nature by treading lightly and experiencing this rare moment with care, curiosity, and reverence.
Come live the wilderness with us. 🐢
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