Volunteer in Costa Rica with Maximo Nivel - Best Rated Projects

I volunteered in Manuel Antonio as an English teacher for elementary students and adults. I found it to be a great experience, one that positively touched the lives of young people and encouraged their growth and success. I found the staff of Maximo Nivel to be kind, helpful, and supportive. I enjoyed living with my host family, and the students were absolutely wonderful! I would recommend this program to people who are flexible, creative, down-to-earth, and concerned about others. Bring some school supplies with you ... some patience, and some love... and you will make a lasting difference in the lives of others. And they, in turn, will make a positive difference in your life too!

This program was great. I have never volunteered in another country before and I was very nervous but Maximo made it so easy. When I got here i felt very welcome by all the staff and going to the sea turtle conservation was an experience I will never forgot. We learned so many things about conservation and maintaning the beaches of Costa Rica. I will definitely go back and do this same project again or even branch out and do others. I had a blast with everyone including the staff at the project as well. Everything went above and beyond my expectations.

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Very helpful staff always, always willing to help beyond their objections. Celine always helped me with everything I needed. My project was with children of a church and I loved it, they are all very special. My family here also loved it, it could be like in my house in Brazil. I leave Manuel Antonio wanting to return as early as possible. It is an experience that all people should live.

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Personal muy servicial siempre, siempre dispuestos a ayudar más alla de sus oblicaciones. Celine me ayudó siempre con todo que necesité. Mi proyecto fue con niños de una iglesia y me encantó, son todos muy especiales. Mi familia aqui tambien me encantó, pudo estar como en mi casa de Brasil. Salgo de Manuel Antonio con ganas de regresar más temprano posible. Es una experiencia que todas las personas deberian vivir.

This was the first time I had any kind of experience like this. I was looking for an option to both study Spanish and volunteer abroad when I found Maximo Nivel. I was hesitant because I did not know what to expect, especially when arriving in a foreign country where I didn’t know anyone! From start to finish I had an amazing experience. All of the staff from Andy first helping me to understand how the programs worked when I was doing research, to all of the staff in Manuel Antonio who helped me feel at home and were always kind and supportive, particularly Karen, Celine and Mackenzie, and my Spanish teachers Runnia and Patricia. My host family was incredibly kind and hospitable and were always patient and went out of their way to make sure I was safe and comfortable and felt at home. Thank you Maximo Nivel for an experience I will never forget!!!!!!!!

I loved my project. I loved the kids, being in Qrepos, and my host family. i had a lot of fun and felt safe normally. a few girls were mugged which caused a bit of drama but i took precautions and followed the advice given by maximo and i was good. my host family was awesome. they were all so kind, made good food, took care of me and invited me to cultural activites. the kids at the daycare were so fun and i loved having something to do. i learned to have a good attitude and to have a lot of energy. however, when my projcect switched from afternoon to morning, i was very grateful to have something new and do different things with the kids besides play outside for the majority of the time.

Volunteering with Maximo Nivel in Costa Rica was a once in a lifetime oppurtunity. I was lucky enough to be placed in Casa Nazareth and volunteer with the elderly. This experience was rewarding because you get to build relationships with the residents and staff at the facility. I did a one week project at Casa Nazareth and our duties included, but not limited to, checking vital signs, assisting with wound care, assist with feeds, physical therapy, arts and crafts, having conversations and so much more than that is creating special bonds with each and everyone there! Through Maximo Nivel I got placed in an amazing home stay with a great family, including a dog! The family was so welcoming and made me feel right at home. The staff at Maximo Nivel was there throughout the whole process for any help we needed and even checked in with us the whole week at our project to see if I needed anything or needed help with anything. The general orientation and individual project orientation explained everything in detail and made me feel comfortable in a foreign country. I came to Costa Rica not knowing what to expect from this experience but now I'm leaving sad because I am part of a family with Maximo Nivel, not only with the staff but with the other volunteers, I have built life long relationships with everyone including staff, home stay family, the residents and staff at Casa Nazareth and the other volunteers! Thank you Maximo Nivel! I am highly recommending your organization!

Maximo Nivel's program in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica was one of the best experiences I have had. My homestay was fantastic and I truly felt that I became part of the family. The office staff is very helpful and very friendly, and my Spanish classes were fantastic. I worked at a daycare with children ages 0-6, and had a wonderful experience. The children are so sweet and become hard to say goodbye to each day. Also, there are copious activities set up by Maximo Nivel that are a great way to meet other program participants. The only regret I have is not being here long enough - the time went by too quickly!

I spent a total of 6 months with Maximo in San Jose Costa Rica. From the first day I arrived I felt welcomed into the Maximo community. All of the staff members were very friendly and knowledable. Throughout my time here the staff has been nothing but kind and helpful. THey were willing to help me with everything from restaurant recomendaciones to travel tips to doctor appointments. It was great to have the constant support of the Maximo Nivel team during my time here. When they asked me how I was and if I liked my classes and my project, it was evident that they genuinely cared about how I was doing and wanted to ensure my wellbeing and happiness. ALthough one does have to pay for this prpogram, it is much less expensive than some other volunteer programs and I beleive the cost is worth what you get in return. I would recomend Maximo Nivel to anyonr looking to do volunteer work in Costa Rica, Guatemala, or Peru.