Turtle Inn

At Turtle Inn, a program for guests to learn about issues facing coral reefs and partake in reef restoration is a key sustainability initiative. Guests may participate injoin in on mangrove reforestation efforts by planting new mangrove trees as well as. Turtle Inn invites guests to participate in restoring reef health by catching lionfish, an invasive species causing damage to the fragile marine biosphere. Guided fishing excursions to catch lionfish not only benefit native reef life, but yield a delicious meal for guests.

Turtle Inn is committed to supporting the nearby village of Placencia through philanthropic efforts that help fund its local health clinic and academic scholarships for local students. Guests are invited to volunteer in these initiatives, as well pack supplies that can be donated to local schools through the Pack for a Purpose network.

The kitchen at Turtle Inn prioritizes using produce grown onsite as well as sourcing ingredients from local farmers and sustainably-caught seafood from local fisherman. The Inn also employs local artists, musicians, and artisans from the surrounding villages to come and share their crafts with guests, enriching cultural connections and guests’ understanding of local life and vibrant arts traditions while providing local economic benefit.

Turtle Inn offers tours of the Mayan archaeological sites Nim Li Punit and Lubaatun, conducted with local guides. Visits to a nearby cultural center allow guests to experiencesee the living Mayan heritage, such as demonstrations of traditional weaving, tortilla making, seeds and trees used in traditional medicine, as well as shade grown coffee and cacao cultivation.