Volunteer in Costa Rica | Most Affordable & Trusted Projects
- Costa Rica
- San José
About Program
Volunteering in Costa Rica will surely be one of the best experiences. Being one of the world's leading ecotourism and conservation spots, this country attracts a lot of volunteers throughout the year and Volunteering Solutions has a wide range of interesting programs in the country. The most popular one is the Turtle Conservation Program where volunteers will have to spend most of their time on the beaches, looking after the Olive Ridley Turtles!
If you love kids and want to volunteer with children, then you can either choose the Child Care Program or the Teaching English Program. It'll be an incredible learning opportunity for all. Animal lovers can also work at a Wildlife and Rescue Center with some of Costa Rica's most interesting endangered species!
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Program Highlights
- Choose to be a part of a meaningful project for a 1-week minimum to 24 weeks maximum.
- Make a difference to the society with your effective contribution.
- Meet like-minded travelers from other parts of the world and work for a common cause.
- Make the most of your weekends, and walk down the hidden trails of the country.
- Once you complete your project work, you'll get a Certificate of Completion that'll immensely benefit you in your career ahead.
Popular Programs
Be a volunteer for the amazing '2 Weeks Special Voluntour' in Costa Rica and experience the best that the 'Land of Ticos' has in store for you! Perfect for students looking for an experiential learning journey, as well as for backpackers and travelers who are keen on making a difference while exploring Costa Rica - this program would definitely be the best option for one and all.
Being a volunteer for the Turtle & Sloth Conservation Program in Costa Rica, you'll be working alongside the local staff who are already engaged in saving the lives of these animals. Over the last few years, there has been a massive decline in the number of turtles and now, they are on the endangered species list. If we don't act now, we might lose these animals forever.
Volunteers in the Childcare Program work in child care centers, orphanages, community child care centers, community soup kitchens, and daycare centers` in Santa Barbara De Heredia. Due to a regular and consistent migration of people from nearby poor countries such as Guatemala, there has been an increase in poverty and homeless people. The Orphanages and child care centers support and protect the homeless children and also those who are underfed and malnourished.
Volunteer in the Teaching English Program to teach English to primary and middle school students in schools, community centers as well as orphanages. Learning English is very important for students with an increase in tourism in the country and the emergence of Costa Rica as a popular destination.
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Location
Costa Rica is known for its Pura Vida lifestyle and San José is a great place to get familiar with the lifestyle. One of the best ways to discover San José is through the arts; whether you like theatre, dance, or music, this is the quickest way to the heart of Costa Rica.
