The life-changing sea turtle field course and expedition for university students
Explore. Learn. Research.
Accepting applications for 2027!
Join a group of like-minded students for Bioma’s two-week Sea Turtle Field Course & Expedition in Costa Rica next summer.
One of the happiest, safest, and most biodiverse countries in the world, Costa Rica is also a global hotspot for sea turtle conservation. Many of the world’s top researchers have trained here. Now it’s your turn.
A life-changing experience where hands-on sea turtle field science, new skills, and cultural immersion meet meaningful impact and memories that last a lifetime.
This is Bioma Sea Turtle Experience
Hands-on fieldwork with nesting or foraging sea turtles
Train with experts in data collection and scientific technics
Immersive lectures in sea turtle biology, ecology, and conservation
Hands-on fieldwork with nesting or foraging sea turtles
Students
Have experienced our sea turtle expeditions
Sea Turtles
Have been monitored
Universities
Where our students come from
Local Families
Are positively impacted by our organization
Participant Testimonies
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“Coming to Costa Rica for the first time as part of the BIOMA expedition was very rewarding. Being able to record biometric data on adult nesting turtles and ensure the safe journey of hatchlings to the sea was absolutely incredible- this was an experience I will never forget”
HALEY GLASMANN
UC Santa Bárbara, USA.
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“The whole experience was fantastic and eye-opening. It was a really rewarding experience, not only the hands-on work we did with sea turtles but also the cultural experience of living with my host family. I would recommend this program to my friends'.
Ginevra Wright
RMIT, Australia.
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“My BIOMA experience is something that I will never forget. BIOMA expedition is a unique experience because it provides so much more than anything that could be obtained in a classroom setting. I think this experience has helped me grow immensely and has had nothing but positive impacts on my life”
CARLY KAY
UC Santa Cruz, USA.
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“Bioma has been a life-changing experience that has given me the confidence and hands-on knowledge to pursue a career in conservation.-”
Molly Bolitho
Monash University, Australia.
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"Coming in with prior sea turtle knowledge, I wasn’t sure how much I would really learn. I learned far more than I ever imagined and realized that there is always more to learn and explore, even when you think you have done it all"
Brandon Schmit
Arizona State University, USA.
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“This was an amazing experience! To meet like-minded people, learn about a new culture and learn about sea turtles all at once!”
Siona Olson
UC Davis, USA.
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"The program was a great balance between scientific learning, field work, cultural activities and fun! I loved the group I was in, and plan on continuing these friendships back home"
Esmee Fong
UC Berkeley, USA
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“I've never felt at peace as I have here while learning so much about sea turtles and Costa Rican hospitality. Best trip ever. Do it!”
Mihika Kothari
The University of Sydney, Australia
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“This trip has been the most rewarding thing I have ever experienced. If you can make the trip happen, do not hesitate. I wish I could move to my project :)”.
Megan Burke
University of North Carolina
Embark on a life-changing experience
STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO JOIN OUR PROGRAM
How does it work?
STEP 1
Apply
Start your adventure! Fill out our application to begin an unforgettable journey. No commitment by doing so! Keep an eye on your acceptance email. Our Program spaces fill out quickly!
STEP 2
Reserve your spot
You’re in! Once accepted, choose your preferred date, and secure your spot with a US$200 deposit deducted from the total program cost and which has a three-year guarantee.
STEP 3
From packing tips to travel preparation—we’ve got your back. Our team will guide you every step of the way so you’re 100% ready to take off into the experience of a lifetime!
Getting trip-ready, together!
STEP 4
Experience and learn in Costa Rica
Get hands-on with field science, connect with sea turtles, engage with local communities, make new friends, and explore Costa Rica like few ever have!
STEP 5
Return home with stories you’ll never forget
You are a Bioma Alumni and part of our sea turtle field research community! Stay tuned for networking, internship opportunities and career support.
ACT FAST. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Some of the universities our expeditioners come from
With students from top universities worldwide, our programs encourage vibrant crosspollination of ideas and experiences between participants and our field instructors.
UC San Diego
UC Santa Bárbara
Arizona State University
UC Berkeley
University of Waterloo
University of Sydney
UC Davis
University of Maine
Cal.Poly Humboldt
University of Toronto
University of Washington
RMIT Australia
Adelaide University
University of Queensland
University of Rhode Island