Evening Sea Turtle Hatchling Release
3.5

Evening Sea Turtle Hatchling Release

By Loggerhead Marinelife Center
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Hatchling releases are a unique opportunity to observe sea turtle hatchlings take their first crawl to the ocean under the cover of darkness. Loggerhead Marinelife Center provides night vision technology to guests to ensure minimal impact on sea turtles and a guilt-free wildlife viewing experience to remember!

Ages 10-100, max of 32 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Night scopes, safety lighting, rain ponchos (if needed)


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  • Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 US-1, Juno Beach, FL 33408, USA
    Guests will be welcomed at the Main Entrance. Turn into Loggerhead Park from US Highway One. Turn RIGHT and the main entrance will be on the left. Park in front of the main entrance or to the east or south parking lots within Loggerhead Park.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 413749P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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    • Loggerhead Marinelife Center
      5.0 of 5 bubbles1,380
      Juno Beach, United States
      Joined in July 2009
    • 522lindseyz
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      So Many Turtles!
      You get to see so many turtles in different stages of rehab. The volunteers gave really good information. We did take the guided tour, but it didn't really offer any more information than just walking about the place. We watched a video which allowed us to see some more behind the scenes, so that was nice. You do have to sign up for the movie at the front desk, which was unclear on their website.
      Written March 5, 2025
    • Barbara W
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We spent a couple of hours walking around talking with the turtle experts and viewing the turtles that are being treated
      Be sure to see the presentation and movie offered in the auditorium. It is excellent in showing details of the life cycle of turtles. It also shows what these turtle researchers do.
      Written March 3, 2025
    • misssophiatraveler
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not a rehab facility- dissatisfied
      Really disappointed. I am a local and this place seems like a tourist trap and not a rehabilitation facility. Tourist lines listening to earphones in a group is unbelievably annoying in the faculty. The entrance use to have bueatiful marine tanks, where did it go? Do your presentations in the theater. Majority of the facility is wasted space (upstairs) Is this for banquets and weddings? Again, is this really a rehabilitation facility? Too many volunteers standing around the tanks doing nothing but staring.. come on- educated people walking around, approach them, show info on the species etc. I feel bad for the animals (they seem stressed). Overall, this place has changed a lot and seems to lack their ability of rehabilitation.
      Written March 3, 2025
    • sjjmt
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Definitely Worth a Visit
      This is an amazing organization. We did not make it in time for the official tour (which we would have happily paid for) so really appreciated that there were many volunteers available to answer questions and provide information. When we visited, they had a large number of turtles rescued during the cold snap across Florida as well as some that had been caught in the frigid weather in New England. Wonderful to see and definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
      Written February 9, 2025
    • April2500
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Informative and fun
      My husband and I took their 1 hour guided group tour. We had 10 people in our group and each person had a headset so we could easily hear what our guide was saying into her microphone. Our guide was fantastic. She shared so much information about the various turtles and their current patients. We went mostly for the turtles but also enjoyed the fish tanks, shark tank, jellyfish & sea horses. They have a nice gift shop too. We really enjoyed our visit. They do so much to help the turtles.
      Written January 30, 2025
    • an2net_10
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Learned so much about sea turtles!
      The Early Access tour at 9am was great. Chris is very knowledgeable and made the tour enjoyable. It was rather chilly that morning, and the tour is mostly outside, so dress warmly. The cost was $25/pp, but it is for a good cause and definitely worth it.
      Written January 25, 2025
    • saanders019
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth the visit
      Such a fun quick visit. They had so many animals that they were fostering. It was neat to see these magnificent creatures up close
      Written January 18, 2025
    • Alan N
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nice short visit
      It’s well put together, lots of volunteers for questions, and donation driven without charging. Leaving is like exiting at Disney world with the gift shop.
      Written January 6, 2025
    • 448suzettem
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      field trip
      We went on a field trip with 6th, 7th, and 8th graders and had a wonderful time. The faculty and facility were outstanding. Students loved the food, snacks, and the exhibits. I would recommend this center to anyone who is interested in Marine Biology.
      Written December 9, 2024
    • ariannanicoles
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An Unforgettable Experience with Beautiful Turtles and Incredible Volunteers
      Absolutely amazing! The turtles were stunning, and it was incredible to see them up close. The dedication and kindness of the volunteers truly stood out—they’re passionate and do such meaningful work. It was an unforgettable experience, and I highly recommend it!
      Written December 7, 2024
    • Chelsea_M_Schmidt
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Learning Experience
      Really enjoyed this experience and learning about all the great work they’re doing with the turtles. Sue T is a gem and her infectious enthusiasm contributed to our fantastic tour.
      Written December 2, 2024
    • GregC122
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful Time & Learning Experience
      If you're looking for a very unusual an educational experience Loggerhead Marinelife Center is the place. Over the years , they've transformed into a wonderful Aquarium, Educational & Sea Turtle Rescue. The Ocean Hall houses lion fish, sea horses and jellyfish. As well as other exhibits. The main attraction is learning about how they rescue and rehabilitate Injured sea turtles from hatchlings to larger Leather back sea turtle adults which can grow over 6 ft tall and up to 1800 lbs. As well of helping sustain a good population for the future. Only 1 in 1,000 to 1 in 10,000 hatchlings make it to adulthood. They have several aquariums which represent different areas, one with 2 nerf sharks and many wonderful aquatic animals. Somewhere around 1:30 PM they feed them and explain each of the tanks. The feed both broadcasting and target feeding which is very interesting and important. There is usually staff around and more than happy to explain what is going on and why these turtles are important no mater the time. The fee is a $10 minimum donation for a family. (Please donate more if you can) They need other donations to help continue the research and Rescue efforts. You can spend a little or a lot of time there. Loggerhead Marinelife Center is great for adults and children alike. Seeing sea turtles up close which will be returned to the ocean helps everyone. Short drive from West Palm Beach just East of 95. Open 7 days a week 10 AM - 5 PM. Check for holiday hours. Gift shop has a nice selection. 14200 US-1, Juno Beach, FL 33408
      Written September 27, 2024
    • funtovisit1
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Recommend going
      This was one of the highlights of our trip. We participated in the guided tour and watched the documentary film. The tour was great, and we learned a lot. Enjoyed the film as well. You are able to get up close for a good view of the turtles. I am so grateful for all the good work that is done at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Everything about this place is wonderful. Don't miss experiencing this if you are in the area. Great for kids as well.
      Written September 24, 2024
    • Luv2Travel216
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Saving the Turtles
      My family and I absolutely loved visiting Loggerheqd. What a fantastic place!!! The volunteers and employees are all so kind and passionate about their work at the turtle hospital. I love that they are helping these special animals heal from injury and sickness. How admirable that it’s all for non-profit! I can’t wait to visit again!!!
      Written August 26, 2024
    • jjhutira
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Hatchling Discovery Tour
      Amazing early morning experience to see a loggerhead nest excavation, my trip was full of information about sea turtle nesting and hatching in Juno Beach, a densely nested area. We even got to release 2 hatchlings that were still trapped in the nest at the end.
      Written August 15, 2024
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    3.5
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    paul3183
    Port Saint Lucie, FL1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024
    Wonderful program to learn about turtles, nesting, and the hatchlings. The preliminary presentation was very informative and well done by very knowledgeable staff. Getting to see the hatchlings crawl down the beach and disappear into the waves was beautiful to watch. I highly recommend this experience to everyone!
    Written December 15, 2024
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    It’s always a great feeling to know we’ve made our guests happy. Thank you for your 5-star rating! - Mary Ann
    Written December 20, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Sue Blue
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL83 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Couples
    We wanted to do something fun, outdoors and nearby my house! Parking was full but we got lucky with last spot under a tree, so we knew the day was going to be great! Made it in time for the tour, which was informational, entertaining and most of all enjoyable for all ages! We had some kids in the group and Roz made sure to make an interactive experience for all.
    She knew everything and anything about the marinelife and was able to answer all questions and tell us when to get a good shot of the turtles. She shared the stories about why the turtles were there and what their life has been like since being, rescued. It was touching and heartfelt to hear how this organzation got started and continues to thrive!

    Ready to answer questions!
    Outgoing and knowledgable about all things Marinelife
    Zealous on her tour

    The girls in the gift shop were helpful, friendly, and patient with our indecisive possible purchases! We loved everything about the experience and we will be back soooon! I have already told all my friends and family.
    Written August 25, 2023
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    kjsmith79
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Family
    First, you sit in an auditorium and learn about turtles-for an hour. Then you head to the beach with night vision goggles. It was challenging to see anything at all with the night vision. Overall, the experience was underwhelming for the price tag. If you view it as a donation to the turtles, rather than a fun experience, you’ll be better off.
    Written December 15, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Hi KJ, At LMC we always strive to provide our guests with a 5-Star experience. I’m sorry to hear that wasn’t the case during your visit. If you would like to discuss your visit further, please contact our Guest Services Team at 561-627-8280 ext. 117 or via email at guestservices@marinelife.org. If contacting, please provide your review username. We hope to hear from you soon. - Michael
    Written December 20, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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