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Osa In-Water Sea Turtle Project
Volunteers at our Osa In-Water Sea Turtle Project will help capture sea turtles, test blood, assist with research, monitor the health of injured turtles and help with the reforestation of the mangroves near the project. In Golfo Dulce, we are working...
Volunteer Your Skills in Costa Rica
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Our Volunteer Abroad program in Costa Rica needs volunteer help with building, social, conservation, health, medical and teaching programs. We help protect threatened habitants and endangered species, work in cooperation with grass roots organizations, teach English and provide support for local social and health programs.
Affordable Volunteering in Costa Rica: From USD 295
Volunteer in Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ today! IVHQ is the most affordable volunteer organization in the world, sending over 5500 volunteers abroad each year. IVHQ Costa Rica is located in San Jose, one of the youngest capital cities of Latin America, bustling with expressions of art and architecture. We have a wide range of volunteering opportunities available including Teaching E...
ELI-Experiential Learning International
Costa Rica has something for almost every traveler, from surfing and scuba diving, to hiking and exploring the interior. Volunteers will stay with a local host family where they will be provided with a room and breakfast and dinner each day. By living with a family, volunteers will learn about the day to day rhythms of Costa Rican life first hand as well as sample traditional meals not usually av...
Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica
We share the same passions you have about traveling abroad. We treat you the way that we want to be treated, and provide the service that we hope to get on the road. We will assist you with ALL of your travel needs.
Volunteering Worldwide with Frontier
Explore remote and spectacular landscapes, work with deprived and deserving communities, or campaign for wildlife care and conservation on a travel adventure you’ll never forget.
Volunteer for Projects in Costa Rica! Over 15,500 Volunteers
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This unique opportunity gives you the chance to work in conservation of the beautiful ecosystems, or work more closely with the local community members. The Global Volunteer Network has opportunities to work in a range of programs in Costa Rica. Volunteers can assist with our turtle conservation program, to volunteering in one of our orphanages, schools, construction programs, animal rights progra...
Meaningful Volunteer Projects in Costa Rica
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Volunteer from 1 week to 3 months in Costa Rica, in meaningful projects that will let you work side-by-side with local people and experience the Costa Rican culture like never before. As an international volunteer with Cross-Cultural Solutions, you're making a positive contribution, by sharing in the goals of a Costa Rican community that warmly welcomes you.
Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica with Projects Abroad
Projects Abroad offers international volunteer opportunities in Teaching, Care, Sports, Journalism and Learning Spanish. These projects are based in or near the town of Liberia, in northwestern Costa Rica.
International Student Volunteers
ISV offers a unique combination of volunteer projects and action-packed adventure travel in a fun, safe, educational and well-organized environment. ISV participants make a significant difference in the world by annually contributing over 250,000 hours of volunteer work abroad in the fields of conservation and community development.
Serve and Learn as a Volunteer in Costa Rica!
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Here's a place to roll up your sleeves and make a difference! Families, students, couples and individuals of all ages are invited to contribute to community service projects in Monteverde region. Global Volunteers has maintained a working relationship with village leaders since 1992, so you can be assured you're accepted as a member of the community. Our local partners near Santa Elena direct...
Volunteer in Costa Rica with GVI and join fully supported volunteer programs in this amazing and diverse country. Our volunteer placements ensure your trip is meaningful, safe and full of unique experiences unavailable to the normal traveler.
Maximo Nivel: Volunteer and Internships in Costa Rica
Maximo Nivel’s volunteer and internship projects in Peru, Costa Rica, and Guatemala provide unique opportunities to live and work internationally while experiencing the countries’ rich cultural diversity and building your proficiency in the Spanish language.
Come to know Costa Rica for yourself by taking part in one of many of AMPED Abroad’s community based projects in and near the town of Atenas, located an hour from San Jose in the heart of Costa Rica’s fertile Central Valley region, where the people are as balmy as the weather for which the area is known.
Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica for Ages 16 and Up
Costa Rica is a small and picturesque country located in Central America. Costa Rica attracts more than a million tourists every year with its beautiful beaches, wildlife, forests and mainly for Eco tourism. Volunteering Solutions provides Volunteer Programs in the areas of Childcare, Teaching English and Healthcare. Our Programs are located in San Jose.
Volunteer and Travel in Costa Rica with Kaya
Kaya gives you the opportunity to volunteer abroad, learn a language abroad, gain valuable work experience overseas, take a gap year or become TEFL qualified. With over 200 volunteer projects and work experience opportunities in more than 20 countries across the globe, Kaya can offer you a world of choice!
Volunteer in Hospitals and Costa Rica Orphanages
Get a personalized volunteer placement with our partner in Costa Rica, based on your skills and interests, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organization.
Lend a hand in Costa Rica with Love Volunteers
Through our partner in Costa Rica, Love Volunteers is seeking volunteers to help local communities. Opportunities are available precisely where the local population’s needs are greatest, your efforts directly impacting on the lives of people affected by poverty. The options include teaching, working with disadvantaged children, as well as medical, environmental and construction work.
Community Service in Costa Rica: Make the World a Better Place
USA, Canada, Europe, Costa Rica, Peru, China, Africa, and Ecuador/Galapagos - Choosing a meaningful summer experience starts with our 29 years of experience. 360° Student Travel provides teens the opportunity to partake in a wide variety of Community Service, Language, Pre-College Enrichment and Adventure programs around the world.
Volunteer Abroad in Costa Rica with A Broader View!
If you're looking for a unique travel experience abroad, look no further! A Broader View's programs are the perfect way to meet new people, immerse yourself in new cultures and make a difference abroad.
Use your love of performing arts to make a difference in the lives of Costa Rican youth through this amazing volunteering opportunity. Learn about Costa Rican culture and contribute your knowledge of music, dance, or theater to a local community. You’ll give young people the chance to express themselves through performance as well as helping them build skills.
Volunteer for Development Projects in Costa Rica
Greenheart Travel has 106 programs in 22 different locations. Programs are offered in France, Germany, Italy (Florence), England (London), Ecuador, Netherlands, Argentina, Australia, Italy, New Zealand, Poland, Spain, Australia (Sydney), Costa Rica, Ghana, Benin, India, Cambodia, Kenya, South Africa, Thailand, and Chile.
LPI Global Impact - Costa Rica Spring Break & Summer
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The LPI Global Impact program in July offers students a challenging month-long experience including the "LPI 2-Week July" academic program followed by two weeks of volunteer service. Students will be in the classroom for a total of 40 hours. LPI students attend classes Monday through Thursday, including Spanish Language, Grammar and Conversation. The course schedule will not be available until the...
Spanish by the Sea / the River has 2 programs in 2 different locations. Programs are offered in Costa Rica and Panama
Spanish & Volunteer in Costa Rica
AICR is proud to announce the only organization in Costa Rica providing a full curriculum in Spanish language as well as fully organized Volunteer programs in 5 different areas: Teaching, Children, Community, Ecology, and Professional Experience (Journalism, Tourism, Health, Non for profit, Hotelier, Veterinary, and more); we believe in the sustainability of our programs, that is why we offer ver...
GoEco - Volunteer Abroad
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Travel to Costa Rica and volunteer and experience a hands on sea turtle rescue project. Learn some Spanish and meet like-minded friends and other volunteers.
United Planet
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Volunteer In Costa Rica - United Planet - 1-52 weeks
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United Planet's Costa Rica program is multifaceted and growing and there are many opportunities for volunteers to make a critical difference. Volunteers can play an important role in contributing to the local community and in building bonds of understanding. Many opportunities are offered, both short and long-term on projects supporting the environment and focusing on community development, such a...
Volunteers For Peace
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Affordable International Voluntary Service in Costa Rica!
VFP offers over 3000 affordable voluntary service projects in 100+ countries, including many in Costa Rica throughout the year. These international voluntary service projects are an opportunity to participate in meaningful community service while living and interacting in an intercultural environment. Volunteer projects vary greatly since they arise wherever there is a need in a given community. ...
Tropical Adventures Foundation
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The Tropical Adventures Foundation is a non-profit organization providing volunteer tour packages for individuals, families and groups interested in exploring the culture, language and natural beauty of Costa Rica.
Global Nomadic Ltd
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Help Out Through Global Nomadic Ltd!
We specialize in providing Serious and Affordable Volunteer & Internship Opportunities. Global Nomadic has been set up with the express intention to offer impartial and specific, accurate advice & field placement to individuals seeking to put their efforts to good use.
Cultural Homestay International
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Become an English Conversation Volunteer Abroad (ECVA)
Experience the culture of a foreign country with a 1-to-3-month stay as an English Conversation Volunteer Abroad (ECV). We are looking to place ECV's around the world. Inquire and we will match you up. There is no specific deadline for applying. ECV's are placed with a host family and spend up to 15 hours per week practicing English conversation skills with their hosts. Placements typically ta...
Carpe Diem Education
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Central America : Indigenous Community, Culture, and Spanish
In Guatemala and Nicaragua, study Spanish, live with home stay families, and teach at local community schools with your new language skills. Then volunteer at a sustainable arts center and live in an eco-lodge as you learn about permaculture and alternative building techniques, enriching your experience as you embrace local cuisine, folklore, and indigenous culture. As you learn first-hand about...
Refugio Mixto de Vida Silvestre Romelia
Help us Protect Sea Turtles in Montezuma, Costa Rica
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Wildlife refuge in a pristine beach area on the tip of the peninsula de Nicoya in Montezuma, Costa Rica. We need your help with the: + Protection and data collection of sea-turtles that nest in our beaches. + Collection and separation of the trash that has being left by the sea on the shore. + Maintenance of the facilities. + Helping the cook in the preparation of the meals and clean u...
BaseCamp Centers
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uVolunteer, Volunteer Travel Abroad
Costa Rica is a tropical paradise and 25 percent of the land is dedicated to helping preserve the earth's biodiversity. Costa Rica needs international volunteers to continue in its efforts to preserve and conserve its protected areas and species. We work with several partners that specialize in such conservation projects.
Earthwatch Institute
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Help save leatherback sea turtles from extinction at one of the most important remaining nesting beaches in the world, OR Explore the fascinating world of caterpillars to see how they protect themselves and respond to changes in their habitats. Volunteer in Costa Rica with Earthwatch.
InterExchange
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Make A Global Difference with InterExchange!
InterExchange is a non-profit organization devoted to promoting cross-cultural awareness through work and volunteer exchange programs. For more than 40 years, InterExchange has been connecting young people from all over the world with life-changing international cultural exchange opportunities.
AIDE Abroad
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We have many diverse volunteer projects to choose from throughout Costa Rica. Whether you want to help kids through art therapy, take care of animals at the San Jose Zoo, or assist with conservation at the beach in Tarcoles, you are sure to have an amazing and memorable time in Costa Rica.
Rustic Pathways
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Rustic Pathways is committed to providing high-quality community service programs that enrich the hearts and minds of our students and offer tangible benefits to the communities we serve.
World Endeavors
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World Endeavors offers an exciting program that allows participants to experience Costa Rica in a meaningful way while contributing to its future. Volunteer and study Spanish with World Endeavors in the mountains of Costa Rica.
Youth Challenge International
Volunteer in one of Youth Challenge International Customs’ international youth development programs! YCI engages with youth and communities across the world to address local development issues. Our programs are ideal if you are: Interested in international youth development; Motivated to make positive change; Seeking an international team based volunteer experience!
Global Leadership Adventures
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Costa Rica is a country famous for its pristine beauty and environmental conservation. With GLA, you'll be in the center of this Central American nations splendor. Rich in natural parks, rivers, beaches, rainforests, and wildlife, Costa Rica beckons adventure-seekers to volunteer in its local communities.
Broadreach
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Meet the Global Citizen in you with Broadreach
If you're looking to experience the world, climb aboard. Since 1993, Broadreach has taken over 12,000 students on adventures abroad for middle school, high school and college students. Prepare for hands-on experience, trying new things, making lifelong friends and having amazing adventures while earning a pile of certifications as proof of your achievements. The world awaits!
AFS Intercultural Programs/USA
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AFS Intercultural Programs: Study Abroad in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations for AFS-USA Exchange Students, and with good reason. The country is home to proud, friendly, and peaceful citizens known as ticos (men) and ticas (women). They are usually conservative but they enjoy sharing their life and social activities with new people. The people of Costa Rica are known as Ticos. Most Costa Ricans have a European heritage wit...
Costa Rica Sanctuary
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Volunteer in Costa Rica Sanctuary
Our Rescue Center and Sanctuary in Costa Rica is a privately owned wildlife rescue facility focusing on the care, rehabilitation and study of Costa Rica wildlife.
SPI Study Programs International
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SPI Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica
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The SPI Costa Rica Volunteer Program allows students to study and volunteer, while traveling the fascinating eco-systems of the country. Students arrive into the San Jose Airport and travel to Heredia (a suburb of San Jose) for first day orientation, before heading to the town of Monteverde for the first week of the program. Located in the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, Monteverde hosts the ...
Ecoteer
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Helping Turtles Through Ecoteer
Ecoteer placements all cost the minimal amount by eliminating middlemen organizations. Projects do vary in cost but in general all you need to pay for are transportation, insurance and spending money. Accommodation and food are sometimes covered by the project. And we put a greater emphasis on your participation with the local community.
ESL - Language Studies Abroad
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ESL - Volunteering Programmes Abroad
The volunteering program is available after a minimum 4-week Spanish course and an intermediate level in Spanish is required. The volunteering program lasts at least 2 weeks and offers the possibility to work in a national park, a social institution or a farm.
Travel For Teens
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The charm and splendor of Costa Rica is almost tangible. The warmth of the people and the marvel of natural beauty is a truly spectacular and indispensible experience. This trip offers incredible adventure, wildlife observation and community service activities in one trip!
ISA (International Studies Abroad)
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Volunteer with ISA-ELAP in San Jose, Costa Rica
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Current placements in San Jose: Public or Private Clinic Observe medical procedures and consultations with patients and learn Spanish medical terminology. Volunteers help analyze and develop X-rays and work with blood tests in the laboratory. Other possible responsibilities include giving educational health talks on various topics such as nutrition, dengue, TB, diarrhea, breast exams, and immu...
International Volunteers
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This gem of a country has something for almost every traveler, from surfing and scuba diving, to hiking and exploring the interior. All programs take place in 100% Spanish speaking environments. For the soup kitchen, children's programs, and some environment projects, participants need to have a high-beginner level of Spanish language. For the elderly centers, health projects, and teaching English...
WorldTeach
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Witness firsthand the challenges and rewards of education in a developing country. Share the skills and knowledge gained through your education and life experience with students who have not had the same advantages, and you will make a concrete and lasting difference in their lives.
Academic Programs International (API)
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Academic Programs International (API)
API is committed to providing the best comprehensive study abroad experience possible with personal attention available to our students throughout his or her program, and to working closely with home universities to offer support before, during and after the education abroad experience.
CADIP - Canadian Alliance for Development Initiatives and Projects
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Volunteering Worldwide with CADIP
Through various charity, volunteer and youth initiatives, Cadip promotes peace, cooperation, tolerance and understanding in multi-cultural, multi-ethnic and international surroundings. The organization also promotes patterns and examples of civil activities focused on serving others, on building social ties and strengthening communities, on supporting civil society development.
Council on International Educational Exchange
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Global Service and Language Program
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You will spend two weeks on a building project with Habitat for Humanity where you will live alongside volunteers from all over the world. Housing and meals will be provided in a small guest house. The third week you will embark on an ecotour visiting sights such as the Arenal Volcano, from which you will ride horseback up to lovely waterfalls. You will spend two days at Tortuguero National Park w...
University of Georgia - Costa Rica
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Language and Culture Service Learning
This program offers undergraduates, graduates, and in-service teachers the opportunity to gain professional experience in an educational setting in Central America. Students will have the chance to immerse themselves in another culture, improve their Spanish, and get experience teaching. The students explore through reflections, discussions and theoretical readings the nexus between language an...
AmeriSpan Study Abroad
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Costa Rica is one of the world’s most popular places for volunteering. The projects in the National Parks are highly recommended. You can collect turtle’s eggs on the Pacific Coast, do trail maintenance in the Cloud Forest or guide tourists through an orchid garden. But there is much more!
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Join Frontier’s critical volunteer conservation. Stunning location, 2-20 Weeks!
Program fees from $180! Quality, flexible, safe and affordable volunteering.
Why Volunteer Abroad in Costa Rica?
So volunteering in Costa Rica has peaked your interest, has it? A volunteer abroad program is an amazing way to immerse yourself into a culture. Experience the best of what Costa Rica has to offer while you lend your skills to local communities in a variety of projects. Going overseas is one of the best experiences an individual can have, and the opportunities you’ll find in Costa Rica ar... Read More
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