Description

The community ecotourism project aims to provide the local community with alternative sources of income whilst conserving the local rainforest. Volunteers are needed to teach English to local guides and other service providers, as well as children at the local school.

Highlights

Rafting, trekking, horseback riding, birdwatching and eco-tours.

Travel Types

• BackPacking Abroad
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Eco Tours
• Hiking
• Homestay
• Horseback Riding
• Nature Tours
• Rafting
• RainForest Tours
• Trekking
• Volunteering

Qualifications

Fluent English and at least basic Spanish are necessary.

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

8 per day

Program Fees Include:

Food and accommodation with a local family. Part of the cost is designated for the community fund.

Salary/Pay

This is a volunteer position. You will need to pay USD 8 per day to cover costs for food and accommodation.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Adventurous and keen to help.

Age Range

20+

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7 days

Piedra Blanca Community Ecotourism Project's Mission Statement

To provide the local community with alternative sources of income and to conserve the natural environment.

Year Founded

2003