The program serves as a national and international benchmark, consistently generating a significant impact across various areas of work, including the protection of beaches, nesting females, hatchlings, and nests; research; environmental education; and technical training for turtle conservationists from across the country. These results are made possible by the ongoing support of Grupo Xcaret, whose donations cover a significant portion of the program’s operations and other initiatives driven by Flora, Fauna y Cultura de M\u00e9xico. This non-profit civil association works to conserve key species and ecosystems and fosters community development and well-being in Quintana Roo through Parque La Ceiba, the La Ceiba Chemuyil Community Center, and the Ecoludoteca Tulum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cSea turtles are key species facing the threat of extinction. Protecting them not only aids in their preservation but also contributes to the ecological balance of oceans and beaches, as well as the sustainable prosperity of coastal communities,\u201d commented Lupita Quintana, General Director of Flora, Fauna y Cultura de M\u00e9xico, A.C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To carry out its operations, the program relies on a team of sea turtle protection professionals and has also engaged nearly a thousand volunteers from across Mexico and the world over the years; these individuals have dedicated their time, talent, and energy to protection and monitoring efforts at the camps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cGrupo Xcaret celebrates the achievement reached by Flora, Fauna y Cultura de M\u00e9xico. Protecting over 20 million sea turtle hatchlings is a milestone that seemed distant two decades ago. This result demonstrates what can be achieved when conservation work is grounded in rigor, continuity, and long-term commitment,\u201d stated Iliana Rodr\u00edguez, Corporate Director of Sustainability and Institutional Dialogue at Grupo Xcaret.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Collaboration has been instrumental in reaching these figures. The combined efforts of civil society, the private sector, the government, and foundations have enabled steady progress in the conservation of threatened species and generated results with a lasting impact, confirming what can be achieved through the building of alliances. Thus, in addition to the support provided by Grupo Xcaret, the program has also benefited from the backing of other partners and donors, including SEMARNAT, CONANP, IBANQROO, the Quintana Roo State and Municipal Sea Turtle Committees, Hotel Nueva Vida de Ramiro, Hotel Bah\u00eda Pr\u00edncipe and its Eco-Bah\u00eda Foundation, Hotel Hilton Chemuyil, and Grupo Lomas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis achievement reflects the power of collaboration; the operations of Grupo Xcaret\u2019s parks contribute to this shared effort, demonstrating that responsible tourism can be a positive force for conservation,\u201d noted Emma Dietz, Director of Operations for Nature Parks and Xel-H\u00e1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every turtle that reaches the sea is a symbol of hope and a reminder that when civil society, the private sector, and authorities join forces, the results can transform entire ecosystems. This achievement is also an invitation to continue working together, as every season, every nest, and every hatchling represents a real opportunity to build a more balanced and sustainable future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Operated by Flora, Fauna y Cultura de M\u00e9xico, A.C., with the ongoing backing of Grupo Xcaret and the support of other partners, the program protects 13 of Quintana Roo\u2019s most important sea turtle nesting beaches through various turtle conservation camps. Quintana Roo, December 12, 2025. Having completed 30 years of operation, the Riviera Maya \u2013 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":4206,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[114,72,113,110,1,111,112],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.grupoxcaret.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/20MTortugas-1-1024x683.jpg\")
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