Wildlife Conservation Volunteer – Macaw Breeding Center
Program Overview
Join our Conservation Volunteer Program at the Macaw Breeding Center, located in a beautiful coastal area of Costa Rica. The program runs year-round and offers stays from 1 to 6 months.
Our center is home to more than 80 rescued macaws that cannot be released into the wild. Through our breeding and release program, these birds contribute to the recovery of wild macaw populations.
As a volunteer,...
Join our Conservation Volunteer Program at the Macaw Breeding Center, located in a beautiful coastal area of Costa Rica. The program runs year-round and offers stays from 1 to 6 months.
Our center is home to more than 80 rescued macaws that cannot be released into the wild. Through our breeding and release program, these birds contribute to the recovery of wild macaw populations.
As a volunteer, you will help care for the birds during the non-breeding season. Your activities may include preparing food and feeding birds, cleaning and maintaining aviaries, providing enrichment, monitoring bird health and behavior, and supporting other center activities. Depending on the breeding season, you may also help care for chicks and prepare them for release into the wild.
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Program Highlights
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Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- Summer
- Winter
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Environment
- Veterinary Science
Updated Aug 19, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Environment
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
- Travel Insurance
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- Summer
Starts At
No Upfront Fees
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Volunteers stay in shared housing in Islita with basic services included: electricity, drinking water, Wi-Fi, an equipped kitchen, and a laundry area. MRN provides technical support throughout your stay, so you're never on your own if something comes up.
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