Travel to Costa Rica, a model of conservation and biodiversity, and find out why this beautiful country's people are some of the world's happiest. We offer service and volunteer summer programs for high school and middle school students. 

On our Service programs, settle into life in a small village while working alongside locals on effective volunteer initiatives. Develop meaningful connections with your hosts and new friends. 

Join pick-up soccer games with local kids or hike to a hidden swimming hole in the jungle. Witness Costa Rica's vast diversity of landscapes, plants, and animals—trek in the rainforest while searching for sloths, howler monkeys, and toucans; learn to surf on perfect waves; or take a thrilling whitewater rafting excursion. 

Explore ecological treasures such as Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, learn to make traditional Costa Rican culinary specialties like gallo pinto, or practice your Spanish vocabulary. No matter which Putney program you choose, your Costa Rican adventure will be eye-opening and unforgettable.

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