Educational Programs 2024-2025: Inspire the Next Generation of Conservationists with ARCHELON!
For almost four decades, ARCHELON has been igniting young minds with a passion for the natural world. Our educational programs, approved by the Ministry of Education, have turned the loggerhead sea turtle into a beloved symbol of Greece's precious biodiversity.
Last year, 15,000 students arrived at the Rescue Centre and were fascinated by the wonders of sea turtle conservation.
The students of the bustling and numerous in classes schools of Attica had the unique opportunity to meet our patients up close with a live visit at the Sea Turtle Rescue Center, while the students of the few in students and classes remote schools in mountainous or island areas, such as Epirus, Lesvos and Amorgos by taking an online tour. Our programs for the first time traveled abroad, to the Greek schools of Brussels and Utrecht and international schools in Switzerland and England.
We were deeply moved by the compassion and commitment shown by these young environmentalists, who raised about €20,000 in donations to support our efforts in rescuing and rehabilitating Greece's injured turtles. Their generosity is a testament to the power of education and the importance of cultivating a meaningful relationship with nature.
Are you ready to inspire your students?
Bookings for educational visits for the school year 2024-2025 are made only online through our webpage (www.archelon.gr). The reservation system will open on the 11th of September along with the start of the school year in Greece! For the first time, teachers will have the opportunity to choose between 3 different educational programs! Immerse your class in the world of sea turtles and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for our planet.
Book your school visit (Bookings for online tours for schools outside Attica region will be announced in October.)
Together, we can create a brighter future for sea turtles and our planet.
Successful wrap up of Amvrakikos project for 2024 marking two decades of dedicated work
LIFE MareNatura Marine Conservation School: ARCHELON and NECCA train staff to protect sea turtles
RECENT NEWS
- OUR NEWS20/07/2026
43 Years of Tagging Sea Turtles in Greece Reveal Their Journeys in the Mediterranean
A new scientific publication highlights the important marine areas turtles use in the Mediterranean, through ARCHELON’s tagging program in Zakynthos, Kyparissia Bay and Rethymno.
- OUR NEWS17/07/2026
The first hatchlings of 2026 in Zakynthos!
The first nest hatched on Dafni beach in Laganas Bay in Zakynthos. Our team discovered the tiny tracks in the early hours of Tuesday, July 14th.
- OUR NEWS15/07/2026
A rare giant of the Greek seas: What our new study reveals about the Leatherback turtle
A new scientific publication brings together for the first time all available records of the Leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) in Greek waters.
- OUR NEWS10/07/2026
Raising awareness for the sea turtles in Corfu
To mark the launch of the project, ARCHELON carried out a series of outreach activities across Corfu, bringing local communities and visitors closer to sea turtle conservation.
- OUR NEWS08/07/2026
Protecting loggerhead sea turtles contributes to maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems.
Sea turtles play a vital role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems. As part of marine food webs, they contribute to the balance and functioning of coastal and marine habitats.
- OUR NEWS05/07/2026
Is the Zakynthos National Marine Park Truly Protected?
Two cases of environmental law violations in Zakynthos that went unpunished.
- OUR NEWS29/06/2026
New Sea Turtle Protection Project in Corfu
ARCHELON partners with the Ionian Environment Foundation and the Mar-Bella Collection Hotel Group to Protect the Nesting Beaches of Corfu
- OUR NEWS26/06/2026
ARCHELON & TUI Turtle Aid Greece: 3 successful years in Crete
With the completion of the “TUI Turtle Aid Greece” project, ARCHELON presents impressive results in nest protection, the hotel employees training and raising awareness among 66,000 tourists.
- OUR NEWS24/06/2026
Effective turtle conservation begins with safeguarding the nesting beaches
Field surveys were carried out over two consecutive nesting seasons (2024–2025), assessing 167 nesting beaches across Greece, covering 270 km of coastline.
- OUR NEWS22/06/2026
ARCHELON expresses its sorrow at the loss of Mona Khalil
- OUR NEWS19/06/2026
The world of marine megafauna: New Photo Exhibition at Agiannakis Environmental Station
The Exhibition is part of the LIFE MareNatura Project and is open to the public every Saturday 18:00 - 21:00.
- OUR NEWS16/06/2026
New data reveals that sea turtles follow much more complex migration strategies
World Sea Turtle Day is an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, but also to remember why we continue to research and protect these ancient ocean travellers.
- OUR NEWS16/06/2026
Coordinated action in Greece, Cyprus and Italy to protect sea turtles against the climate crisis
Today, June 16, the world celebrates World Sea Turtle Day. In the Mediterranean, this celebration comes at a critical turning point.
- OUR NEWS15/06/2026
Turtle Festival: Diving into Deep Waters at ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Rescue Centre!
On the occasion of World Sea Turtle Day (June 16), last Saturday the ARCHELON Sea Turtle Rescue Centre opened its doors to the public for this year’s Turtle Festival, themed “Into Deep Waters.”
- OUR NEWS09/06/2026
Celebrating World Environment Day with Sea Turtles in Rethymno
Last Friday, ARCHELON's team in Rethymno took part in a special awareness-raising event, co-organized by the Municipality and the 2nd Experimental Primary School of Rethymno.