Life For Life Costa Rica

Life for Life is a small, grassroots sea turtle rescue project based near Drake Bay on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. It was started over 20 years ago by Ricardo, a local with a deep love for nature and a mission to protect the sea turtles nesting on his home beach. What began as a personal effort to guard nests from poachers has grown into a hands-on conservation project that has helped tens of thousands of baby turtles reach the ocean.

Despite not being a large organization, Life for Life continues to make a real impact through community support, eco-tourism, and volunteer help. Visitors can join sunrise patrols, help relocate vulnerable nests, and even release hatchlings into the waves—experiences that leave a lasting impression. Every turtle released is a reminder that even small projects, fueled by passion and purpose, can make a big difference.