As of today, out of season, returns ~July. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Playa La Flor Wildlife Refuge hosts repeated mass nesting events (arribadas) of the Olive Ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea).
During the nesting season thousands to tens of thousands of females come ashore in multi-night waves to dig nests and lay eggs, a process that can repeat every 23-30 days during the season.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Playa La Flor - main beach access / refuge parking |
| Parque Marítimo El Coco (staging / nearby lodge and visitor staging) |
This is the short version
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