This inspiring conservation program works to promote and encourage sustainable agriculture practices in the Sarapiquí rainforest. The program is open to all international volunteers who enjoy working in nature and with rural communities, those who like to spend time preserving and helping the environment and all of its components.
Participants will also have the chance to become immersed with the local people and culture. Volunteers who are hard-working, ecologically sensitive, willing to learn about new cultures, enthusiastic and ready to get stuck in and help should apply today. Join us in beautiful Costa Rica and put your eco-warrior skills to the test!
Goals of this Project:
How you can help
This amazing conservation program allows volunteers to take part in vital conservation work to preserve the natural environment in stunning the tropical rainforest of Sarapiquí.
The project centres on eco-farming and conservation with volunteers working on sustainable farms to assist with horticultural and animal husbandry duties. In addition volunteers can expect to be engaged with the community here, primarily thought the provision of English language lessons.
Volunteers will gain important experience in environmental practices and learn about Costa Rica’s unique flora and fauna. Participants on this project play an important role by supplying free labor in often labor-intensive projects, allowing the initiatives to continue their great work.
Volunteers will contribute in a number of ways and can expect to undertake the following tasks:
A volunteer’s work day on this project will generally last around 4 hours Monday - Friday and while we ask all volunteers to be flexible in this regard, a typical daily schedule is likely to go something like this:
8:00am Breakfast at the accommodation
8:30am Walk to your project site
9:00amm Pre-start meeting with project supervisor
9:30am VOLUNTEERING DUTIES START
A tea break and lunch break will be fitted in during the day, but often the timing of breaks will change based on the needs of the local staff and number of volunteers on hand.
2:00pm VOLUNTEERING DUTIES END
2:15pm Debrief with project supervisor
2:30pm Walk back to the accommodation
Evenings Free time to relax and have dinner or go out and explore the sights and sounds of the local area!
This amazing program is based in Sarapiquí, a tropical rainforest area roughly 2 hours north of San Jose.
Sarapiquí one of only two certified sustainable destinations in Latin American and particularly well known for its waterfalls, rivers, and rich biodiversity.
Adventure awaits for nature lovers in this region with zip-lining, white-water rafting, hiking in national parks and biological stations to explore.
The nearby town of Puerto Viejo Sarapiquí is a gateway to stunning Caribbean beaches including Puero Viejo (Limón), Cahuita and Gandoca-Manzanillo - touted as as the best beaches in the country by our local Costa Rican Program Director - and believe us, she would know!
A hidden treasure in this beautiful country, Sarapiquí is a nature lovers paradise!
Upon your arrival in San Jose you will be collected at the airport and taken to host family accommodation in Santa Barbara de Heredia, 40mins north of San Jose, where you will stay Saturday night.
On Sunday a brief welcome orientation will be provided to help you settle in and ask any last minute questions. The local team will arrange your transfer to the project location by public bus on Sunday afternoon.
Volunteers are hosted in Volunteer House accommodations in Sarapiqui.
Rooms are dormitory style and may be shared by up to 4 volunteers depending on the time of year and the number of volunteers onsite. The houses are basic but comfortable and have all the standard amenities. Bed linen is provided so you need only bring a towel and personal toiletries. Easy!
Volunteers are provided with breakfast, lunch and dinner daily throughout the placement. Easy!
This project is available year-round and programs start every SATURDAY.
Environmental Protection Supporter
Provide essential labor on projects to safeguard the environment and its natural inhabitants from extinction.
$438/week
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