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Volunteer Abroad Programs in Costa Rica

Nature conservation, wildlife, education, health, child care and community programs for college students, adults, couples, families and volunteers under 18. Volunteer abroad in Costa Rica.

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Coordinator Roles at Rescue Center

Coordinator Roles at Rescue Center

We seek different volunteer coordinators to handle the day to day duties at the rescue center such as food preparation, enclosure cleaning, and enrichment.

  • Airport
    Pickup
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Training
    Provided
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Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer Coordinator Assistant

Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer Coordinator Assistant

Candidates are not required to have an animal related degree, but basic knowledge of animal upkeep is necessary.

  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
  • Stipend /
    Small Salary
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Horse Rescue Project

Horse Rescue Project

Help to take care of our beloved rescue horses and be a help guide on the horseback riding tours in the beautiful South Caribbean.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Macaw Conservation Volunteer - Costa Rica

Macaw Conservation Volunteer - Costa Rica

Applicants will be caretakers at our Macaw Breeding Center during the non-breeding season.

  • Free
    Lodging
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
  • Volunteer
    Certificate
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Work Trade Volunteers

Work Trade Volunteers

We are seeking motivated and friendly individuals to participate in our work exchange program at our sustainable and eco-friendly hostel.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
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Vegan Farm & Animal Sanctuary

Vegan Farm & Animal Sanctuary

If you are interested in a vegan lifestyle, organic farming and love animals we would love to hear from you. There are many free-time activities such as hiking to the waterfalls and rafting.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
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Gardener

Gardener

The Gardener works 6 hours a day, 5 days a week, helping out in our organic garden. Must be outgoing, have a strong work ethic, and be excited about contributing to our community.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • In-country
    Transport
  • Internet
    Access
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer

Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer

Volunteer tasks at our wildlife rescue centre include nursery animal handling, diet preparation, enclosure cleaning and maintenance.

  • Academic
    Credit
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
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Long-term Field Internships

Long-term Field Internships

Suitable for those interested in gaining hands-on field experience in tropical biology, ecology, sustainable agriculture, community involvement, and more

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
  • Training
    Provided
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Volunteer at Surf Camp in Costa Rica

Volunteer at Surf Camp in Costa Rica

Volunteers help us with different tasks at the camp such as surf instruction, yoga instruction, photography, construction, and general camp upkeep.

  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Internet
    Access
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Beach Photographer

Beach Photographer

If you love photography and you are a charismatic, communicative and optimistic individual, this is the ideal job for you.

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Stipend /
    Small Salary
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Bartender at Beachfront Jungle Paradise

Bartender at Beachfront Jungle Paradise

Here you will have the chance to meet our guests from all over the world and have fun exploring the nature and jungle!

  • Free of
    Charge
  • Free-time
    Activities
  • Free
    Food
  • Free
    Lodging
  • Nature /
    Wildlife
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