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Conservation Projects—Volunteer in Costa Rica!

by: MAXIMO NIVEL

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Delve into one of the world's most bio-diverse countries and really get to know Costa Rica. Maximo Nivel's specialized volunteer projects are a great way to enhance your understanding of conservation and the environment. Project types include: - Sea turtle conservation - Eco-agriculture: coffee farming - Animal care ... and more! Conservation volunteers are supervised by biologists, res...

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Program Highlights

Improve your Spanish through our optional language classes and daily interaction with locals.

Get the chance to earn university credits and the President’s Volunteer Service Award (US citizens).

Spend your free time exploring beautiful places in San Jose.

Gain international volunteer experience in your chosen field: conservation, animal care, eco-agriculture, etc.

Join our special programs: Surf School, Scuba Certification, Yoga Certification, and more!

Quick Details

Locations
  • San Jose, Costa Rica
  • Guanacaste, Costa Rica
  • Monteverde, Costa Rica
  • Tortuguero, Costa Rica
  • Rural Areas, Costa Rica
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation
  • Eco-Tourism
  • Environment
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Recognitions

Top Rated Provider 2023 - Language SchoolTop Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistTop Rated Language School 2022Notable Mention 2021 - Gap YearTop Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.46

Total Reviews

57

Great experience!

by: Vasilena Barakova - BulgariaProgram: Conservation Projects—Volunteer in Costa Rica!
10

I thoroughly enjoyed volunteering with the turtle conservation program! It was a rewarding experience to contribute to protecting these amazing creatures while learning so much about conservation. Would love to do it again!

Turtle Conservation - a great trip

by: Caitlin Brayne - United KingdomProgram: Conservation Projects—Volunteer in Costa Rica!
9

I had a fantastic trip from start to finish with the lovely people at SOS Grande. Everyone was so lovely and inviting and I really felt as if we made a difference within the community. The daily activities and amenities were great and I would recommend this trip to anyone!!

Incredible experience I will never forget!

by: Emily Newton - United KingdomProgram: Conservation Projects—Volunteer in Costa Rica!
10

The sea turtle conservation project was amazing. I felt so humbled to be a part of the project they are doing to save the turtles. I would highly recommend doing it. If you're lucky you may get to see and arribada or baby turtles.

Program Details

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Locations

  • San Jose, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Conservation

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Interviews

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Casandra Fountain

Participated in 2016

Alumni

The purpose for this trip was to "find" myself.

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