Came for the whitewater rafting, stayed for the amazing people!

Came for the whitewater rafting, stayed for the amazing people! As my second trip with Give, I was once again blown away by the amazing staff and fellow volunteers. The people are the reason I keep choosing Give. The Give guides have so much inspiration to share while supporting us and ensuring a fun and enjoyable trip. Many travelers arrived by themselves and created lasting bonds with each other. Give ensures the itinerary is packed full of exciting and inspirational experiences. This trip extends from San Jose to the Atlantic Coast so you are able to see more of the country than other programs. Also, the accommodations were amazing! Be prepared to get out of your comfort zone (limited water water, bugs, humidity) but it is so worth it. I learned a lot about Costa Rica, permaculture, cocoa, but a lot about myself and community as well. The primary volunteer project we worked on was providing soil for a low-funded school. We learned how to make soil using already available resources at a permaculture farm and used it to grow fruit trees and yuca plants in the school courtyard that will be served in school lunches.