Wildlife Rescue Assistant
Coordinator | Marion
Coordinator | Marion
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Highlights
Get close to exotic wildlife
Experience the relaxed "tica way of life"! Tica refers to how the Costa Rican call themselve :-)
Become more passionate about other cultures and countries
Explore Costa Rica's amazing National Parks and beaches
Boost your CV with international volunteer experience
Help take care of exotic animals that have been rescued and assist with environmental education! Experience the Costa Rican rainforest!
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
At this volunteer project, you will have the chance to work with exotic animals. The wildlife sanctuary is privatly owned and cannot rely on public funding, so it is in need of volunteers and donations. Due to its tight budget, volunteers are crucial to the center’s development and goal to improve conditions for its animals. The center strives to conserve, protect, reintroduce, and raise several wild species that have been removed from their natural habitat.
The center was awarded the Ford/Jaguar Cars International Conservation Award, which gave it more funding and grants to continue its work. The center also has an education program, which educates local people on the wildlife and how to protect it.
The center is home to around 500
animals, and 100 of them are able to roam free without being disturbed. There
are more than 80 species of animals, such as spiders, monkeys, tapirs,
birds (such as green macaws), various reptiles (snakes, crocodiles, iguanas,
etc.), and different types of felines.
Leopardus Conservation
Reptile Conservation
Monkey Conservation
Bird Conservation
Jaguar Conservation
Tapir Conservation
Margay
Ocelot
Crocodile
Spider Monkey
Macaw
Pantanal Jaguar
Iguana
Tapir
Typical day
There are many different areas that you will work in during this project. Daily tasks may vary, but will most likely revolve around reintroducing animals into the wild and caring for injured animals.
When reintroducing animals into their natural habitat, you will help prepare them to protect themselves and hunt. You will also build new grounds for incoming rescued animals and help animals suffering from serious injuries. You will also help the team with educating tourists at the center and show them the grounds.
During this project, you will
work on teams and help make a difference while also raising awareness for the protection
of animals in Costa Rica.
Free-time activities
Weekends are the perfect time to enjoy an exciting hike through Costa Rican
nature since the main attractions of Costa Rica is its system of national parks
and protected areas, which cover around 25% of the national territory, in order
to protect the rich variety of flora and fauna, which is estimated to contain
5% of the world's biodiversity in less than 0.1% of the planet's land mass. In
addition, Costa Rica has countless amazing beaches on both the Pacific and the
Caribbean Ocean.
Costa Rica is the perfect place to combine volunteer work with tourism, enjoy
activities like:
-
Adventure sport
- Dream beaches
- Ecotourism
- Local culture
- Bird / wildlife watching
- Visits to unique National Parks
- Rural tourism
- Sightseeing and history in San José
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Sports
Riding
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak Spanish (basic level)
or English (basic level)
at High School level
CV and Volunteer Questionnaire
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- Accommodation with host family, single room
- Full-board (3 meals/day)
- Airport pick-up in San José with overnight stay/s in San José upon arrival
- Transfer to bus station in San José from accommodation in San José
- Consultation from our experienced staff
- Translation of your application documents
- Volunteer Work Placement
- Orientation session upon arrival
- 24/7 emergency number
- Advice on travel and insurance
- Certificate of participation
You will be picked up upon arrival in San José and brought to your overnight stay accommodation in San José (local host family, half-board). After your orientation session the day after arrival, you will be brought to the bus station where you start your journey to the volunteer project site (costs for your bus ticket are not included).
During your stay, you will
live with a local host family in a private bedroom and shared bathroom. Families usually host more then one volunteer.
Full-board is provided (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Meals usually consist of typical Costa Rican food, such as rice, beans, sweet corn, meat, pasta, vegetables, and seasonal fruits.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Costa Rica you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Costa Rica.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The volunteer work can be joined throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningfull volunteer project.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 24 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$885
3 weeks
$1,075
4 weeks
$1,265
5 weeks
$1,455
6 weeks
$1,645
7 weeks
$1,835
8 weeks
$2,025
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$5,065
Average fees
$327
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
South America Inside
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
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Your final payment will be agreed with South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Wildlife Rescue Assistant
Help take care of exotic animals that have been rescued and assist with environmental education! Experience the Costa Rican rainforest!
$327/week
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