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Volunteer Abroad Programs in Costa Rica

Nature conservation, wildlife, education, health, child care and community programs for college students, adults, couples, families and volunteers under 18. Volunteer abroad in Costa Rica.

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Punta Mala-Playa Hermosa Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Punta Mala-Playa Hermosa Sea Turtle Conservation Program

Help protect nesting sea turtles and support the sustainable development of the local communities.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Sustainable Development and Climate Action

Sustainable Development and Climate Action

Help promote food independence, carbon sequestration and sustainable development through environmental education.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Volunteer at Animal Rescue Center

Volunteer at Animal Rescue Center

Our volunteers and interns are a very meaningful part of the rescue center, and their on-going contribution has a real impact on the animals lives.

  • Airport
    Pickup
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Community Education Focused On Sustainability

Community Education Focused On Sustainability

We are looking for volunteers with interests in sustainability and the sharing of knowledge!

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Yoga Instructor

Yoga Instructor

Yoga volunteers will usually teach 1 yoga class daily and help 2-3 hours in other areas, according to the needs of the eco lodge and farm.

  • Bus Station
    Pickup
  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
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Sea Turtle Conservation and Community Development

Sea Turtle Conservation and Community Development

We are an organization that strives to develop a sustainable living situation for local people living in a highly biodiverse area.

  • Families
    Welcome
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Spanish
    Classes
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Research Assistant

Research Assistant

We see Research Assistants throughout the sea turtle nesting season to help with monitoring work on the beach and collecting data.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
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Content Creator/Writer

Content Creator/Writer

Seeking Yogis with a passion to create, who can work independently and as part of a team, and get things accomplished!

  • Bus Station
    Pickup
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Internet
    Access
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Field Assistants in Pacuare Reserve

Field Assistants in Pacuare Reserve

Research Assistants (RAs) support various investigations, mainly sea turtles. RAs will be trained in sea turtle monitoring techniques and receive free board and lodging.

  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Volunteering at Eco Lodge and Farm

Volunteering at Eco Lodge and Farm

Our Volunteer Work Exchange Program is for 4 weeks, to work six days each week, for six hours a day in exchange for full room and board.

  • Bus Station
    Pickup
  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
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White-Faced Capuchin Study

White-Faced Capuchin Study

We are seeking long-term field assistants to help with collecting data on white-faced capuchins in the forests of Santa Rosa, Costa Rica.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free
    Lodging
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Stipend /
    Small Salary
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Coordinator Roles at Rescue Center

Coordinator Roles at Rescue Center

We seek different volunteer coordinators to handle the day to day duties at the rescue center such as food preparation, enclosure cleaning, and enrichment.

  • Airport
    Pickup
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Training
    Provided
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