NIGHT WATCH BOOKING AT ALAGADI BEACH
Join us for a night watch experience for the chance to see a nesting turtle
NIGHT WATCH BOOKINGS FOR THE CHANCE TO SEE A NESTING TURTLE ARE NOW OPEN FOR JULY 2025. PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE BELOW. AUGUST BOOKINGS WILL OPEN SOON.
SPOT ALAGADI CONSERVATION CENTRE
YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION ONCE YOU HAVE BOOKED ON, PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK/SPAM FOLDER IF YOU HAVE NOT RECIEVED THIS.
IF YOU HAVE TO CANCEL FOR WHATEVER REASON PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL OR CALL USING THE DETAILS BELOW.
PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE “WHAT TO BRING” SECTION BELOW AND BE PREPPARED FOR CHILLY WEATHER. ALWAYS WEAR CLOSED SHOES.
DONATIONS
Thank you for booking our Nightwatch Experience! It is essential that you read through the following information before your visit:
When you are escorted off the beach a volunteer will ask your group to leave a donation. Do take a look at our range of custom turtle merchandise. Although you are not obliged to make a donation, we hope you find the experience very rewarding and we suggest a donation of at least £20 (or equivalent currency) per adult visitor. These funds are used directly to feed volunteers and to provide fuel and supplies to ensure that all nesting sites are patrolled daily. Our project is funded through ecotourism not subsidised by any committed local or international sponsor.
Timings
Arrive at the SPOT Marine Life Alagadi Nature Conservation Centre for 20:00, no earlier please. Location can be found here https://maps.app.goo.gl/xPJLGiyGCGrjDncj8 and you can follow the SPOT signs to the new information center. Parking is available along the gravel road between the volunteer base and the information center. There are opportunities to leave the beach approximately every 30 minutes according to patrols.
What to expect
You will watch a 10-minute clip about the project and will be given a briefing before descending onto the beach at approximately 21:00. Volunteers will be with you at all times and we encourage you to chat to them about their experiences. For more details read the info in the Watch Turtles section of our website.
What to bring
Shoes: All participants MUST WEAR CLOSED SHOES and not flip flops. Sturdy sandals with ankle support are OK. This is critical as you will be walking over rocky and sandy ground in the dark under moon and starlight. We reserve the right to turn visitors away if they are not wearing appropriate footwear.
Comfort: IT WILL GET COLD and you may need to wait for several hours. Turtles nest at Alagadi nearly every night, but sometimes they keep us waiting. The more comfortable you are the more likely you are to stick it out and see a turtle, so be prepared. Bring a warm jumper and even a blanket to snuggle up in, snacks, drinks etc. On the other hand, do not bring more than you can carry amongst your party. Do not bring alcoholic drinks. Be prepared for chilly weather and always wear closed shoes. Please believe us that it can get cold on the beach at night. So do not risk having to leave early due to the cold.
Toilet Facilities
You may use the toilet facilities at the SPOT Marine Life Alagadi Nature Conservation Center and facilities are available on the beach.
Also, consider that our personnel from overseas pay a fee towards their participation on the project. They work long hours, doing difficult work in a harsh environment and entirely as volunteers. Our work is not restricted to this beach, we cover over 30 beaches across the island with 30-40 personnel active at any one time.
For any queries please contact info@cyprusturtles.org, especially if you need to cancel or amend your booking!
Timings
Arrive at the Alagadi Goat Shed for 20:00. There are opportunities to leave the beach approximately every 30 minutes according to patrols.
WHAT TO EXPECT
You will be given a briefing before descending onto the beach by 21:00. Volunteers will be with you at all times and we encourage you to chat to them about their experiences. For more details read the info in the Watch Turtles section of our website.
