- Costa Rica
About Program
Costa Rica's public education system is one of the strongest in Central America; however, there are still areas of need. Work with a local NGO on community-driven initiatives that support Costa Rica's youth: help out on infrastructure projects in a school, assist with community outreach and education projects, and bond with the families in your host community. Hear from local leaders about challenges that rural educators face and help work to find solutions. Get to know Costa Rica's natural beauty through a jungle zipline course, a hike near the famous Arenal volcano and afternoons kayaking and swimming in your own private lake.
Service Hours: 14-day = 36 / 21-day = 60
Program Theme: Youth & Education
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Program Highlights
- Learn to dance and cook like a Tico
- Give your time on community infrastructure projects that benefit children
- River tube, zipline, kayak, swim and hike through one of the world's most biodiverse regions
- Hear from local leaders about the challenges facing the education system in Costa Rica and how they are working to make a difference
- Whitewater raft and take a catamaran snorkel excursion (21-day program only)
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Location
A pioneer of ecotourism, Costa Rica draws many tourists to its extensive series of national parks and other protected areas. Costa Rica began reversing deforestation in the 1990s, and they are moving towards using only renewable energy. Head to the cloud forest, relax on the beautiful beaches, or visit a coffee farm.
