Volunteers will support a project that devotes itself to the protection of nesting sea turtles in the Limón province of Costa Rica.
Programs Abroad
COSTA RICA - Environmental Conservation at Biological Reserve 
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Booking Nº: CR102 Country: Costa Rica + Location: San Carlos Minimum Stay: 2 weeks Start dates: Year round, every Monday Price: from 2 weeks, 1.130 USD |
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Task
- Maintain and improve the trail system
- Maintain and improve facilities at the natural reserve
- Feed bird at the natural reserve
- Take care of natural gardens and tree nursery
- Maintain and improve the butterfly farm
- Develop facilities to increase the survival chance for released animals
- Research animals and compile reports and statistics
- Prepare tree seedlings for delivery to reforestation programs
During your time at the Biological Reserve you will have a number of specific assignments as well as be encouraged to develop your own ideas that might be applied for the benefit of the reserve. Mainly, responsibilities of volunteers include the maintenance and improvement of hiking trails on the reserve’s facilities. Trails should be designed to be moderately easy for hikers. The goal of the trails is to get guests a bit dirty with a safe infrastructure to cross rivers, but prevent options of getting lost and climbing over dead trees.
If you are more interested in doing garden work or taking care of and feeding birds, butterflies, turtles, bats or plants, you can be assigned to work in the reserve’s reforestation and nursery project. You can also help reverse the damage done by deforestation by preparing tree seedlings for delivery to reforestation programs. Volunteers are also needed to do research on the animals and compile reports and statistics. From time to time it is necessary to clean the surroundings of the reserve and pick up the rubbish people have carelessly left behind.
Accommodation
- Volunteers are accommodated with local Costa Rican families
- Full-board, Three meals per day
- Host Families are close to the center
Volunteers are accommodated in a private room with three meals per day. With advance notice the host families can meet special dietary needs, including those of vegetarians. Bathrooms will most likely be shared and host families provide laundry services. The standard of living of the host families is considered middle class by Costa Rican standards.
Requirements
Language:English and/or Spanish skills required (you can book your Spanish course in Costa Rica with us!)
Skills:
No professional skills or experiences required.
Age:
18+ years
Vaccination:
Not required. Please consult us and your doctor for specific recommendations.
Insurance:
Full travel and medical insurance is required. You can purchase a full coverage, no deductible health and travel insurance at a special rate for our participants by contacting your South America Inside representative.
Visa:
Tourist visa valid for 90 days. For further information regarding visa requirements please contact us and the corresponding embassy or consulate in your home country.
Details
This organization is dedicated to wildlife protection, environmental conservation and fostering positive cultural exchanges through education. It serves as an animal rescue center, Spanish school and volunteer center.
The
The center is situated in the heart of Costa Rica in an oasis of abundant beauty, thus an ideal setting for reconnecting with the world around you. There are plenty of activities which you can enjoy during your stay in the center such as exploring the eight private acres of ecological reserve land, which rests on the edge of the rainforest. Here you will be in close contact with wild animals like monkeys, caimans, wild pigs, parrots and more!
In addition to all of these listed highlights, you have the chance to study Spanish in a classroom situated in this biosphere and live with a Costa Rican family in a small rural community. On the weekends and during your spare time we also invite our volunteers to check out the reserve activities like canyoneering, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, mountain biking, visiting small cities and touristic attractions close-by.
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Prices
| Duration | in USD |
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| 2 weeks | 1,130.- |
| 3 weeks | 1,715.- |
| 4 weeks | 2,240.- |
| 5 weeks | 2,765.- |
| 6 weeks | 3,215.- |
| 7 weeks | 3,595.- |
| 8 weeks | 3,895.- |
| Additional week |
450.- |
One time registration fee 75 USD.
What’s included:
- Accommodation
- 3 meals / day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Orientation kit
- Local support
- 24h-Emergency Number
- Laundry service (Homestay)
- Daily transfer to work site
- Activity calendar
- Volunteer Work Placement
- Certificate of participation
What’s not included:
- Flight
- Airport pick-up
- Medical Insurance
- Visa (if necesary)
Country
Country information Costa Rica |
 Costa Rica stands as one of the smallest countries in Central America with approximately 19,000 square miles and a coastline of 810 miles. The country borders Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south and the Pacific and Caribbean Sea on either side. Costa Rica is home to 4.5 million people with upwards of 350,000 people living in the capital city of San Jose.
The Costa Rican climate is commonly humid and warm year round, although temperatures in the highlands are typically colder and cloudier. Incredibly, 23% of an already small amount of densely populated land remains protected territory by National Parks and/or private reserves. This protected land is home and host to a wide variety of exotic plants, animals, and social and environmental projects to ensure the protection and conservation of the tropical habitat. When walking the streets of Costa Rica, make sure to ask Costa Ricans, who typically know heaps, about their national treasures. Further, Costa Rica is the most politically stable country in Central America, with a disbanded army for more than sixty years and a relatively high standard of education. Tourism is one of the main economic income sources for Costa Rica. With over 2 million tourists exploring Costa Rica each year, the country stands as the most visited nation in the Central American region. Through eco-tourism programs, (which CR was one of the first countries offering this type of tourism), a variety of activities, and year round tropical weather, the country attracts tourists from all over the world. Aside from protected land, the true jewels of Costa Rica are the surrounding islands with serene beaches and breath-taking nature. This country offers beautiful landscapes for dream vacations of beach lounging, surfing, snorkeling, hiking volcanoes, zip-lining, rafting, bird watching, fishing, and exploring rain forests. The dry season of Costa Rica is between December and April, though like most Latin countries, schools are closed, beaches full and finding last minute hotels may be tricky. A second peak season arrives with the Europeans and North Americans during June and July. As the off-season arrives in May, so does the lush green vegetation with the rainy season. Lastly, Costa Rica encompasses year round possibilities for surfers, fishing enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike. Depending on what coast you want to surf, what fish you want to catch and what bird you hope to see, there are variations on ideal months to further research. Finally, Costa Rica is a perfect place to learn Spanish, as the Spanish spoken here is typically slow without strong accents and layers of slang. The Costa Ricans are very friendly, energetic and always with a smile!
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