Private turtle release tour in Escobilla with hotel pickup

Release baby turtles into the sea yourself at Mexico's largest nesting site

A private turtle release tour at Escobilla Ecotourism Center, Mexico's most important sea turtle nesting beach, where you help release hatchlings into the ocean and learn about species preservation from a certified guide. Hotel pickup and entrance are included; the tour runs 4 hours and operates with a live guide in English or Spanish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Turtle release at Escobilla beach

• Go to hotel pickup
• Travel to Escobilla Ecotourism Center
• Learn about turtle species preservation
• Observe turtle release into the sea
• Take photos on Escobilla beach

The Experience

You're picked up from your hotel and driven to Escobilla Ecotourism Center, home to Mexico's most significant sea turtle nesting grounds. The beach itself is where the work happens—this is not a viewing platform or an observation deck. You'll stand on the sand where the turtles nest, and your guide will walk you through the entire care process: how the eggs are protected, how the hatchlings are raised, and why this particular stretch of coast matters so much to the species' survival.

The release is the core of the experience. You'll hold the baby turtles and place them into the sea yourself, watching them begin their life cycle in the ocean. Your certified guide, speaking English or Spanish, explains the importance of preserving each species that reaches these beaches and answers questions as the hatchlings make their way into the water. The site may occasionally shift to the Palmarito turtle camp depending on conditions, but the release experience remains the same. You'll also have time to take photos on the Escobilla beach before heading back to your hotel.

The whole tour takes 4 hours from pickup to return. Round-trip hotel transfer is included, so you don't arrange your own ride to the center. Infants can come along if they sit on an adult's lap, and the activity suits all fitness levels—there's no hiking or strenuous walking involved, just time on the beach and in the shallow water for the release itself.

What’s included

• Certified guide in English or Spanish.
• entrance to the turtle release at Escobilla Ecotourism Center.
• round-trip hotel transfer.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Lamby Tours Huatulco

Is this one for you?You're on a private tour, so the timing and pace are yours alone—no waiting for a group to gather or moving at someone else's speed. This works best if you want the full attention of your guide and the flexibility to ask questions and linger during the release without feeling rushed.

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Top questions

What exactly do I do when I release the turtles?

You hold the baby sea turtles in your hands and place them into the ocean yourself, watching them swim away to begin their life in the sea. Your guide is there to show you how to handle them safely and to explain what happens next in their journey.

Why is Escobilla Ecotourism Center special for turtle conservation?

Escobilla beach is Mexico's most important sea turtle nesting center, making it a critical site for species preservation. The center protects eggs and raises hatchlings until they're ready for release, and your guide explains the care process and why this particular location matters to the turtles' survival.

Does the tour include transportation from my hotel?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup and transfer to Escobilla Ecotourism Center are included in the tour price. You don't need to arrange your own ride or meet at a separate location.

How long is the entire tour?

The tour lasts 4 hours total, including hotel pickup, time at the turtle center for the release and learning about the species, and your return to the hotel.

Can I bring young children or infants?

Yes, infants can join the tour if they sit on an adult's lap. The activity is suitable for all fitness levels, so children who can walk and handle the turtles gently are welcome to participate in the release.

What language does the guide speak?

Your guide is certified in both English and Spanish, so you can request the language you prefer when you book.