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1 - 2 semanas  ·  Edad 18 - 50+
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Puntos Relevantes

  • Help some of Costa Rica's animal species recover and return to nature
  • Create a more sustainable environment for Costa Rican animals
  • Get to know and understand Costa Rican culture

Puntos Relevantes

  • Help some of Costa Rica's animal species recover and return to nature
  • Create a more sustainable environment for Costa Rican animals
  • Get to know and understand Costa Rican culture
  • Visit some of Costa Rica's most scenic spots on your free days: pristine beaches, the beautiful San José...
  • Understand better how ecosystems work.

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    Edad 18+
    Solteros y solteras
    Parejas
    Familias
    Grupos
    50+

    Sobre el programa

    Deforestation and animal trafficking in Costa Rica has rendered wildlife more vulnerable than ever. You can com help local nature regenerate and integrate back to nature.

    The objective of the volunteer project at the animal center in Costa Rica is to collaborate in the rehabilitation, conservation and reincorporation of wildlife into their natural habitat.

    With this international volunteer program you will learn aspects related to the ethology of animal species, ...

    Sobre el programa

    The objective of the volunteer project at the animal center in Costa Rica is to collaborate in the rehabilitation, conservation and reincorporation of wildlife into their natural habitat.

    With this international volunteer program you will learn aspects related to the ethology of animal species, contribute to the protection of animals and help reduce the negative impact created mainly by human activity, promoting awareness in the care of animals and their habitat.

    Volunteer work focuses on environmental issues as well as animal care and protection. Activities may vary according to the needs generated in the program. Volunteers may perform daily routines such as:
    • Animal care.
    • Maintenance and cleaning of enclosures.
    • Providing animal welfare and learning how to handle them avoiding their domestication, so that they can be successfully reintroduced into the wild.
    • Daily feeding of animals (twice a day). For the feeding of the most dangerous animals, the volunteers will be accompanied by the personal manager of the center.
    • Cleaning of green areas.
    • Support in environmental enrichment programs.
    • Tree planting.
    • Production of crops and composting (when available).
    • Construction of natural structures for animals.
    • Animal care with veterinarians. Requires prior training, provided at no additional cost and is only available on certain occasions or seasons.
    • You will also collaborate as a guide in the Ecotourism program. This activity requires previous training, provided at no additional cost.

    Some of the animals you will be able to help at our center are:

    • Birds: yellow and red-capped parrot, blue-headed parrot, white-crowned parrot, green-winged macaw, eclectus parrot, African grey parrot, catano parrot, bicolor toucan, sun conure, hyacinth macaw, alba cockatoo, red, blue, green and yellow macaw.
    • Felines: margay, ocelot, puma.
    • Turtles: yellow-footed tortoise, sulcata tortoise.
    • Monkeys: marmoset monkey, marmoset monkey, spider monkey.
    • Herbivorous animals: tapir, white-tailed deer.

    Día típico

    The program is carried out within the animal care center . We work from Monday to friday, all year round.
    • The activities usually start between 9:00 and 13:00 hours, there is usually a break for lunch and then work resumes.
    • The volunteer has one day off per week, being able to leave the animal care ...

    Día típico

    The program is carried out within the animal care center . We work from Monday to friday, all year round.
    • The activities usually start between 9:00 and 13:00 hours, there is usually a break for lunch and then work resumes.
    • The volunteer has one day off per week, being able to leave the animal care center to discover what Costa Rica has to offer, or go to nearby countries such as Panama or Nicaragua.

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Costa Rica is a country with great biodiversity in flora and fauna. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It has recognized provinces and unique characteristics such as:
    • Limón
    • Puntarenas
    • Guanacaste
    • And its capital San José.
    In these places you can find a wide range of activities ...

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Costa Rica is a country with great biodiversity in flora and fauna. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It has recognized provinces and unique characteristics such as:
    • Limón
    • Puntarenas
    • Guanacaste
    • And its capital San José.
    In these places you can find a wide range of activities including:
    • Tours to natural parks
    • Volcano climbing
    • Sea turtle watching
    • Being surrounded by nature
    • Beautiful beaches
    Because of its very welcoming and friendly people, it is considered one of the happiest countries in the world.

    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Edad mínima: 18 años

    Para participar en el programa debes tener al menos 18 años en la fecha de inicio del programa. Puede haber excepciones si muestras el permiso de tu(s) tutor(es) legal(es) o si vas acompañado de tus padres.

    Restricciones de nacionalidad

    Sin restricciones. Las manos amigas de todo el mundo son bienvenidas.

    Otras habilidades

    -Willingness to fulfill assignments -Be empathetic, participatory, and very committed to the cause and the program. -There are many activities in which you can help animals, therefore, it is not required that you have specific knowledge about them, but a good aptitude and respect for animals is needed. All activities will always be carried out under the supervision of the staff of the organization, volunteers will be integrated into groups supervised by group coordinators.

    Tiempo dedicado

    Necesitaremos tu ayuda los Lunes, Martes, Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes de 09:00 - 14:00

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios in situ

    The above mentioned rates cover:
    • Airport pick-up (90$)and transfer to the volunteer's place of accommodation.
    • Accommodation during your volunteer program
    • 3 meals per day during your volunteer program.
    • Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the adventure volunteer team.
    • Program monitoring and evaluation
    • Orientation and induction to the program
    • Certificate of hours volunteered
    • Accident insurance during your volunteering
    • Liability for your activity
    • Receipt of the program fee from the NGO
    • Guidance, advice and management in the choice of the program.

    Alojamiento

    The spaces provided for volunteers have common areas such as:
    • Shared room with other volunteers.
    • Dining room
    • Common kitchen
    • Common bathrooms

    Comida y bebida

    • Accommodation includes three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during your stay and the performance of your volunteer work.
    • They will be made and served by the local staff with the help of the volunteers. These are local meals that will only be served at the volunteer's home.

    Acceso a Internet

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    Recogida en el aeropuerto Juan Santamaria International Airport

    La recogida en el aeropuerto tampoco está incluida en el precio del programa.

    Boletos de avión

    El aeropuerto más cercano es Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) en San Jose. Te ayudamos a encontrar vuelos baratos a Costa Rica. ENCONTRAR VUELOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viaje

    Ir al extranjero es una aventura y siempre es mejor estar preparado. Enfermedad o lesión repentina, cancelación o robo: un seguro de viaje para Costa Rica proporciona seguridad y es una ventaja tenerlo. OBTENER UN PRESUPUESTO

    Vacunas

    Si tiene intención de realizar un voluntariado en Costa Rica, debe solicitar asesoramiento médico antes de iniciar su viaje social. Comprueba las vacunas que necesitas para Costa Rica. COMPROBADOR DE VACUNAS

    Detalles a la llegada

    The project is open all year round. 

    Volunteers may arrive on their day of choice, although we would recommend arrivals to be any day before 16:00, the price for pick up is 90$

    Disponibilidad
    Enero Feb. Marzo Abr. Mayo Jun Jul Agosto Set. Oct. Nov. Dic.

    Cuotas del programa

    $488 tarifa semanal 1 - 2 semanas Edad 18 - 50+

    Métodos de pago

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    Duración

    1 - 2 semanas

    Depósito

    Reserve su plaza con unos pocos clics y un pequeño depósito seguro. Puede pagar con tarjeta de crédito, PayPal u otros métodos convenientes.

    Pago final

    Acordarás el método de pago final con tu organización local durante el proceso de solicitud. Este pago final solo deberá efectuarse cuando se acerque el inicio del viaje.

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    América > Centroamérica > Costa Rica > San Carlos

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