Description

Thousands of people in Costa Rica need your help…. living in houses that do not have adequate sanitation or protection from the weather, is common place in many rural communities in this beautiful country, but you can be a part in changing this. With a bit of hard work, you can really make a difference by building new homes that are safe and secure for the people that need it most. So what are you waiting for, roll up your sleeves and get building!

Highlights

Program Details:

As a volunteer on this program, you will have the wonderful opportunity to play a vital role in the improvement of living conditions for some of the local people in Costa Rica through the building of new homes; with a bit of help from the local builders of course! You will be able to leave safe in the knowledge that you really have made a difference to someone's life.

This project has been created thanks to a contribution from the Government of Canada which lead to the formation Costa Rican and Canadian Rural Housing program which, among other things, funds the re-development of homes in some of the poorest rural communities of Costa Rica.

The activities and tasks that you may be involved in will vary depending on the stage of the building work when you arrive. You will be able to get in involved in all aspects of the building process; some of the tasks may include the following:

* Digging trenches for foundations
* Laying floors
* Mixing up concrete
* Carrying materials to the building site
* Putting roofs on houses
* Building septic tanks

No previous building experience is required to participate in this program and there will be plenty of people that will be able to show you the ropes! All we ask is that you are willing to work hard, persevere and remain open minded; Costa Rica is a laid back country and things may not happen as quickly as you are used to back home.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 1,019

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Food
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support

Program Fees Include:

What's included in the program:

* Airport pick-up from San Jose International Airport
* Accommodation - Backpackers Hostel during orientation and host family throughout program
* Orientation
* Three meals per day whilst living with a home-stay family
* Laundry once a week
* Full support and assistance from our local coordinators throughout your project
* 24-hour support number and contact for emergencies

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Building Maintenance
• Building/construction Projects
• Digging
• Renovation
• Repairs
• Women

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Apartment/Flat
• Other

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005