Costa Rica: Wildlife Conservation, Permaculture, and Adventure

Being my first trip with GIVE, I was extremely nervous about what the experience would be like. When I had arrived in Costa Rica with the rest of my group, I immediately felt welcomed by all of the GIVE staff and fellow trip goers. When our group arrived at our first volunteer location, it was hard work but also very fulfiling. I left that trip with over twenty new friends and some incredible memories. I highly recomend using GIVE to see the world and give back as well. I had an incredible time.

This was an incredible experience. I felt so taken care of and did not have to worry about a single thing. From white-water rafting to zip-lining to night safaris, we were never bored. The tour guides were amazing and so welcoming, they made the trip as special as it was. Learning about permaculture and sustainability was so eye-opening and being able to stay on a farm where it was actually being done made it seem so possible. I felt so immersed in the culture from only eating at mom and pop restaurants and choosing where to spend my dollar. I will definitely be going on another trip!

Wow! I can't put into words how thankful I am I got to experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, eat the most incredibly delicious food I have ever eaten, have the time of my life doing some action packed activities and make an impact on a local community with such an amazing group of people who became a second family to me! All thanks to GIVE and their amazing local guides and partners in Costa Rica for making this unforgettable trip possible! I can't wait to go on another with them! #PuraVida

I had the most incredible experience traveling with GIVE. Everything about it was so special and intentional, in every aspect I felt like I was meant to be there. I have met such kind and genuine souls, all traveling with purpose and intention, to learn, grow, push our comfort zones and make a change in the world. I couldn’t have asked to be surrounded by a better group of individuals. The gratitude, perspective and values on life I have gained from this trip is absolutely life changing! I have learned so much about permaculture and the way of life that comes with it. There was so much meaning behind every action taken on this trip, I can only encourage one to experience something like this one day.

The Costa Rica GIVE trip genuinely changed my life for the better. I am still brought to tears every time I look back on my trip memories with the most amazing people and wish I could do it again and again. I learned so much about sustainable living, composting, and the lifestyle of permaculture farming. I also genuinely had so much fun and met the most amazing people who all share similar mindsets. Our GIVE guides were incredible and so were all the people we met throughout our volunteering. Getting to see such beautiful places and do such incredibly fun things all while leaving a genuine positive impact is something I wish everyone could experience. Seriously 10/10 recommend this trip. I will never forget white water rafting, ziplining, exploring the jungle, eating plants from the farm, morning yoga, dance parties, delicious food, the gorgeous beaches and waterfalls, the friendships made, and so so much more. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to GIVE Volunteers for this wonderful experience. If you're on the fence about going-- trust me DO IT!!!

This trip was just amazing. Everything we did was so fun and impactful and I got to learn so much. 10/10 would recommend to anyone that wants to go on an epic jungle adventure with a group of super awesome likeminded individuals. White water rafting on the Pacuare River was one of the coolest things I’ve ever done and I will remember that experience for the rest of my life. I hope everything gets to experience a trip with GIVE at least once in their life because they are an incredible organization.

This trip was amazing, with white water rafting, zip lining and memories made on a permaculture farm. It was an experience that opens your eyes to new hobbies and interests. It’s a little hard to speak the language for me but it was very easy to understand as the locals were very helpful and patient. They also have amazing art and creative ways of getting things done. Their music was absolutely amazing and such a welcoming environment. Everyone says hi regardless of whether they know you or not

Going to Costa Rica through GIVE Volunteers is a trip that I would recommend to anyone. This trip highlights what an adventure is truly about and allows you to enjoy the entirety of Costa Rica's beauty while giving back and leaving an impact on the local towns. On this trip you will experience everything Costa Rica has to offer from its luscious waterfalls, to its diverse jungle, relaxing ocean blues, permaculture farms, and finally the rapids of the Pacuare River. Even with a language and culture barrier I was able to build a connection with guides and hosts. The challenge of having barriers helped me with self growth and showed me that I am stronger than I ever believed with the power of friendships and love. Everyone should experience GIVE and travel with a purpose!