American Crocodile Survey Itinerary
January 20th-29th, 2009
(1st survey)
Day 1
Day of arrival: arrive to Puerto Jimenez for an afternoon ‘Project Briefing’ and training followed by an evening survey of the Rio Platanares. Accommodation for the night will be in Cabina Jimenez on the waterfront.
Day 2
Across the Golfo Dulce by boat to Zancudo. Day time nest-survey of the Rio Coto, followed by a night survey. Accommodation in Zancudo.
Day 3
Day time nest-survey of the Rio Coto, followed by a night survey. Accommodation in Zancudo.
Day 4
By boat to Cana Blanca Wildlife Sanctuary. Day time nest-survey of the Rio Esquinas followed by a night survey.
Day 5
Across the Golfo Dulce to Puerto Jimenez. Transport boat by vehicle to the Rio Rincon for day and night surveys of the areas extensive mangrove habitat.
Day 6-9
Transport boat by vehicle to Sierpe for diurnal nest surveys and night surveys of the extensive deltas of the Rios Sierpe and Terraba.
Day 10
Depart from Palmar Sur to destination of your choice, for much needed R&R!
Total cost/person: $2,285
Price includes all food and lodging, transportation and guide fees during stay and is subject to change. Please notify us beforehand if you have any special food preferences or allergies. Itinerary is subject to change and will not be fixed for all surveys as the research area encompasses much area. Contact us if a slight change in dates would suit your schedule better.
Other surveys planned in 2009
February 3rd-12th
March 24th-April 2nd
April 14th-23rd
April 28th-May 7th
August 4th-13th
September 8th-17th
American Crocodile Survey Specifics
Introduction
American Crocodile Survey 2009 Research Proposal (PDF document)
Survey Itinerary
Volunteer Training
Waiver of Liability
Suggested Reading and References