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Love turtles
This is an excellent tour We are so happy that we take it ❤️ and we learn so much about turtles 🐢 we are highly recommend this tour. We love it 😍
Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 241 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Rancho Carisuva
- Meeting point
- We hihgly recommend use Waze app for betther instructions, in case that you use Google maps use the bike mode.
Description
Turtle Release Tour is a wildlife conservation program that is operated by Rancho Carisuva for more than 5 years in which you can adopt a baby turtle and help release it into the ocean. You will not only help in the preservation of the species, but you will also learn about the turtles and their habitat guided by a certified Marine Biologist. Watch as the turtles start a new life in the ocean after being liberated from their nests, and take pride in the fact that you helped them do it. This is one of the most fascinating experiences you will experience in Cabo! Highlights: • Help to save a species.(conservation programs) • Adopt and help a baby turtle. • Learn about sea turtles and how endangered they are Enjoy the beauty of the ranch and don´t forget to visit the donkey sanctuary
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 4:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $85
- Child (ages 3–3)
- $85
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:52 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 5.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Come and visit our lovely ranch, where you can meet our conservations programs: Donkeys and Turtles
Playa Migrino
From July to September in Cabo, Olive Ridley and Black Turtles come to shore to lay their eggs deep in the sand before returning back to sea. The baby turtles hatch about 45 days later, but during this time we protect the nest and take care of the eggs. Our job is to raise the percentage of survival as much as possible. The tour is guided by a marine biologist which brings a fun, educational learning experience where you take part in the release of these baby turtles back into nature.
What's included
Included
Bathrooms
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Certified guides
Not included
Gratuities
Certificate of birth (turtle)
Merchandising
Photo session
Pickup Locations & Times
Our van will be waiting you at the lobby of your hotel
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
241 reviews
How it compares in Cabo San Lucas
- Starting price $85 is 35% below the typical $130 for tours of similar length in Cabo San Lucas
Excurgo comparison of 1,090 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience take?
Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this Cabo San Lucas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:30 PM.
How much does Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience cost for children?
Children aged 3–3 pay from $85, adults from $85.
Can I cancel Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Our van will be waiting you at the lobby of your hotel Pickup points include Hilton Los Cabos.
What languages is Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Los Cabos Sunset Turtle Release Conservation Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 241 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rancho Carisuva.
Reviews(241)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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If you are gonna do...
If you are gonna do anything in Cabo, do this!! We as people always take take take. So nice to give back with a little thing that means so much! The people there are so informative and just plain special awesome. Please, get to know them and their cause, you won't regret it!!
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Improving the future with a little love
Make the world better by helping nature with a little love& kindness. Patricio, Julio & Pia teach about & show the conservation of Olive Ripley turtles with humor & passion then let you share the parenting, love & kindness before you release and follow their first journey into the ocean raising the survival rate. These tiny cuties will return in 15-20 years, close to human weight, to continue this chance to interact with and sustain the environment & life.
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Never received refund
Booked a turtle release. Received a text day before that there were no turtles hatching and they would cancel. This was fine since I was promised a full refund. Never received my money back after 3 requests and promises of a refund.
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Do it!
This was incredible. Do it! Don’t have second thoughts. Worth every penny! This group’s only funding is through eco tourism and they do great work!
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Best day EVER!!
We (4 adults) TRULY ENJOYED this experience! The staff was very educational and gave a lot of information during our excursion! Releasing the turtles was AMAZING! THANK YOU for one of the best days of my life ❤️
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AMAZING!!
This experience was truly magical! Thank you to our wonderful guide Patricio who taught us so much and with so much joy and passion for his work as a marine biologist. He is a turtle hero! This was one of the best excursions we’ve been on! The ease of booking, the seamless pick up and transfer, the Information session, and the turtle release all exceeded our expectations. From the youngest in our group (4 years old) to the oldest, we all found it engaging and memorable….although our 4 year old still misses the turtles she released 😂
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A truly cultural turtle experience
A unique cultural experience seeing how they help turtles hatch and make it safely to the ocean. They explain the types of turtles that are hatching at this particular time and the process of the hatchling making it to the ocean.
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A must do. Put It on your bucket list.
Truly a magical experience. Educational. Joyful. Fun. Patrescio. Adrianna, and the turtle conservatory team were knowledgeable and delightfully friendly. A delightfully informative tutorial was followed by releasing the hatchlings on a pristine beach under a gorgeous sunset. What a thrill! Thank you for an unforgetable, emotionally uplifting activity!
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We loved this experience
This felt like a very rich experience that my daughter and I shared together. The team at Rancho Carisuva are doing heroes work to try to increase the possibility that as many baby turtles as possible can survive the dangerous journey from their nest to the ocean. The tour provided transportation to and from my hotel, which made the whole thing very simple the only thing I wished I had brought was some bug spray for the discussion at the ranch before we went to the beach.
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