Gap Year Programs in Nicoya Peninsula,Costa Rica

Join the Montezuma Sea Turtle Volunteer Program in Costa Rica and contribute to the preservation of endangered hawksbill sea turtles. Based in the stunning region of Montezuma, you'll work alongside a team of international volunteers to protect nesting sites and assist hatchlings. Experience the joy of releasing baby turtles into the ocean and gain hands-on experience in sea turtle conservation on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. In your free time, enjoy the beautiful Pacific beaches of Montezuma and the vibrant local town life. To volunteer in this program, you need: - To be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 - To be at least 18 years old - Basic knowledge of Spanish knowledge; beginners need to enroll in additional weeks of Spanish lessons for an extra fee - To be physically fit: the three to four-hour night patrols and daytime monitoring require hard physical work - To be flexible and open-minded in order to carry out a variety of tasks Inquire today or visit our website for complete info about this program in Costa Rica.

Interested in taking a gap year? Do it with an organization well regarded for its responsible travel and gap year travel opportunities - Oyster Worldwide. Whether you are taking a break before pursuing higher education or taking time off from university, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our programs and projects across 6 continents are open all year. Sign up for a program within a field that matches your skills and interests - animal welfare, child care, veterinary, medicine, conservation, etc. Go on a trekking holiday or volunteer on a project you are passionate about. No matter what you do, where you go and how long you stay, we guarantee amazing experiences you will treasure for a lifetime. UK-based Oyster Worldwide has been sending young people to take part in gap year experiences for more than 17 years. We offer over 60 volunteer and paid programs in over 20 countries around the world. We have been working with many host countries for years and have great relationships with them. Our aim is to provide happy, safe and fulfilling experiences, as well as to help participants to return home with a long-term affection for the country they have visited.

Our intensive Spanish program is offered year-round and is highlighted by our 10 and 20-hour intensive Spanish programs, which can also be combined with Surfing or Yoga, or our Family program. At NS, we focus on the communicative approach to language learning, which focuses on communicative competency and strategies so as to be able to use Spanish comfortably and confidently in everyday situations. Our intensive programs are the perfect combination of conversation and grammar. All of our instructors are native speakers of Spanish with University degrees and a combined total of over 25 years of teaching experience. Our campus is located just 500 meters from the ocean in a modern campus with six air-conditioned classrooms, free wi-fi, student lounge and eating areas, and free coffee all day. NSI also offers several accommodation options, including student apartments and homestay options. We invite you to truly experience Nosara with NSI!

What’s the best way to explore two Central American countries? Go on a cross-country expedition with OBCR and trek from the Caribbean to the Pacific! Our Coast to Coast Expedition Semester is an 85-day course with an immersive journey on foot through valleys and lush rainforests for 26 days. You will have the opportunity to brush up on your Spanish and immerse in Costa Rican traditions while through a homestay with a family in a rural area. Boost your leadership and raft-guiding skills through challenging and exhilarating whitewater rafting excursions. Explore remote tropical islands on a kayak and catch some waves on world-renowned beaches. Then, travel to Panama to earn your NAUI scuba certification in tropical waters and try your hand at sailing, wakeboarding, and snorkeling. At the end of the program, you will earn First Aid and CPR certifications, as well as up to 12 academic credits. *Please note that, for the health and safety of our participants, OBCR has made program adjustments to these courses. Please visit our website to view our COVID-19 considerations.*

Costa Rica may be small, but this sun-drenched Central American country holds more than 5% of the world’s diversity. Compared to other countries around the globe, it boasts more national parks per square meter. It’s home to important nesting sites for endangered turtles and has both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. Complementing these landscapes are mountains, where coffee is grown, and active volcanoes. Discover and experience the highlights of Costa Rica through our comprehensive gap year. This program has been developed to let you immerse in the country’s amazing beauty. Spend time in our ‘jungle surf camp’ on the Nicoya Peninsula, found on the northwest Pacific coast. Here, you’ll assist in environmental community projects involving forests and turtles; surf at a top surfing destination; and learn Spanish from local people. Afterward, you’ll head inland for a cloud forest adventure. Sounds fun? Join us in this varied, full-on, and exciting gap year experience!