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Volunteer and Learn |
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 Costa Rica is a cultural and natural paradise, but most travelers see only the large, touristy resorts. Our unique program in Costa Rica enables you to combine Spanish language study with volunteer work.
We have many volunteer projects to choose from throughout Costa Rica. Whether you want to help kids through art therapy or assist with conservation at one of the National Parks, you are sure to have an amazing and memorable time in Costa Rica.
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Accommodations |
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During your Spanish lessons and/or your volunteer project, you will live with a Costa Rican family or in the National Park of your choice. You will be provided with 2-3 meals a day, laundry service and an invaluable insight into the "real" Costa Rica.
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Eligibility and requirements |
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Most tourist visas are valid for up to 3 months. We recommend checking with your local Costa Rican Consulate for the most up to date visa information.
- Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Costa Rica
- Flexible in attitude, in good health and have a desire to contribute
- Resilience to work in tropical conditions, and adaptability to relate with a new culture
- Speak at least minimal Spanish
- Compliance with the rules and procedures of the volunteer program as established by the National System of Conservation Areas
- Two photographs passport-size
- Copy of your passport
- Filled out application
- Medical insurance
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Program Options |
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We can offer you several opportunities to volunteer in Costa Rica!
- Working with Special Needs Children
 This project assists the Fundacion Roberta Felix in developing and staffing resources for disabled children in rural communities of Costa Rica. By joining this pioneering programme as a volunteer, you will have a positive impact on the lives of this project's disabled children, learn or improve your Spanish and explore many of Costa Rica's tourist attractions and National Parks. Activities include; outings for the children, as well as fundraising and awareness events.
- Working with the Elderly
 Lead residents at an elderly care center in various activities, help them cook, distribute food, teach English, and help them garden.
Caring for the elderly helps create a compassionate and nurturing atmosphere at homes for the elderly and senior centers. Elderly people are sometimes the most neglected and abandoned group in society. Their access to basic services and income is severely restricted, and they often lack support groups. Community initiatives and organizations provide an opportunity for the elderly to receive one-on-one attention, learn new skills, and receive basic nutrition and healthcare.
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Other Volunteering Programs |
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Study with us in the Manuel Antonio and volunteer in one of the National Parks before or after your stay at El Paraiso
In the province of Guanacaste:
- Buenavista Beach Turtle Conservation Project
- Barra Honda National Park
- Palo Verde National Park
- Monkey Park Animal Rescue Centre
- Las Pumas Animal Rescue Centre
Alajuela Area:
- Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Arenal Volcano National Park
Puntarenas:
- Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve
- Las Orquideas Echo-tourism Project
- Carara National Park
- Playa Hermosa
- Corvocado National Park
- Piedras Blancas National Park
- Manuel Antonio National Park
- Teaching English to the children in Montezuma
- Marino Ballena Natinal Park
- Matapalo Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Project
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Included in the Program |
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Prices of all packages include:
- Registration fees and course materials
- Home stay including 2 meals per day
- Cultural activities (one free surf or yoga lesson per stay, dance-once a week, folcloric evening once a month)
- Placement examination prior to start of classes
- Free break time refreshments
- Free use of internet
- Free pick-up for class from homestay in the mornings with our school minivan
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