Rescue Center Assistant

Our rescue center is considered one of the best animal Volunteer program in Costa Rica. We are located in Guacima, Alajuela ,on a 10 acre farm which is just short drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport. 

We have an on-site hospital staffed by dedicated vets/interns and comfortable living quarters which can house up to 60+ volunteers at any time. The animal enclosures include but are not limited to an aviary, sloth gardens, and monkey cages all surrounded by nature in order to allow the animals a place as close to their natural habitat as they recover from their wounds.

It's amazing how much of a tight-knit community we've become. With one common goal of caring for injured and displaced wildlife, we have built a family of caring, likeminded people who truly want to make a difference.We work incredibly hard, but our reward isn't financial in nature. Instead, it's seeing the animals we care for survive and thrive. Our Costa Rican volunteer program is instrumental in making that happen.

We have welcomed thousands of volunteers over the years from countries around the world. The passion and commitment they bring to our program has made everything possible for us to continue not to mention the countless injured animals who have been saved. The experience and friendships you make at our program will last a lifetime and the difference you make will be noticed and remembered for years to come.

How to get started?

It's actually very simple to be part of our program. Simply register on the right hand side of this page. The money you spend to stay with us with ensure the animals can eat, receive medication and live a happy life. The cost per day you personally will also get all of the following benefits below:

• Private transportation from the airport.( to go back to the airport is not included because some volunteers decide travel around Costa Rica when finished the program).
• Very safe and comfortable lodging (4 persons per room) with the option to upgrade to a private glamping tent or tiki-hut.
• 3 delicious and healthy meals per day prepared by our private chefs (also, we cater to vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free diets.
• Daily volunteer night activities including zumba lessons.

As a team member of our Costa Rica volunteer program, you can expect the following daily responsibilities:
Prepare daily food for over 100+ animals.

• Cleaning and maintenance of animal enclosures.
• Construction of new enriched enclosures.
• Building and implementing new animal toys (animal enrichment).
• Participating in educational community projects.

In addition, volunteers are encouraged to develop their own individual projects. If you see potential for such a special project, let us know and we will work with you to translate that idea into practice. We love when a new volunteer leaves their mark on the Rescue Center for all future visitors to enjoy.

Normally volunteers have the weekend free to do different activities such as:

• Surf Lessons
• Spanish lessons
• Tours by the city of Carribean Side , Puerto Viejo Town and Tortuguero Canales
• hike to Volcanos like Arenal Volcano
• visit Beaches
• visit National Parks like Manuel Antonio and Monterverde
• Horse Ride,  Canopy

We can help with reservations.