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Global Greentalist | Lead & Volunteer in Costa Rica
Global Greentalist is an international youth volunteer program that combines online learning with hands-on action in Costa Rica. The journey begins with four virtual preparation sessions focused on leadership, sustainability, and environmental education, equipping participants before they travel. Volunteers then spend five weeks in Costa Rica taking part in community-based projects, environmental conservation initiatives, and an experiential trekking phase. The program offers young people a meaningful way to learn, volunteer, and grow while working alongside rural and Indigenous communities.
Global Greentalist is an international youth volunteer program that combines online learning with hands-on action in Costa Rica. The journey begins with four virtual preparation sessions focused on leadership, sustainability, and environmental education, equipping participants before they travel. Volunteers then spend five weeks in Costa Rica taking part in community-based projects, environmental conservation initiatives, and an experiential trekking phase. The program offers young people a meaningful way to learn, volunteer, and grow while working alongside rural and Indigenous communities.
Program Highlights
Real-world experience: contribute to conservation efforts and community initiatives in national parks and Indigenous territories.
Start online: four virtual preparation sessions focused on youth leadership, sustainability, and environmental education.
Five weeks in Costa Rica: immersive, hands-on volunteering across different projects and learning environments.
Learn together: work in international teams while collaborating with local partners and communities.
Grow as a leader: build confidence, adaptability, teamwork, and cross-cultural skills through lived experience
Quick Details
- Online
- Turrialba, Costa Rica
- 5-8 Weeks
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Culture
- Economic Development
- Environment
- Parks
- Recreation
- Tree Planting
- Water Projects
- Wildlife
- Youth
- Youth Development
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
- Turrialba, Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Culture
- Economic Development
- Environment
- Parks
- Recreation
- Tree Planting
- Water Projects
- Wildlife
- Youth
- Youth Development
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Group
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- In-Country Orientation
- Training
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Alumni / Networking Membership
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate of Completion
- Emergency Support
- Some Equipment
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Other
Frequently Asked Questions
How to apply?
To apply, simply complete the form on our website. After submission, our team will contact you for an interview and guide you step by step through the next stages of the selection process.
Who can join?
Anyone 18 years or older, from any country, can join Global Greentalist.
Become a volunteer if you are 18–24 years old and want to learn, collaborate, and take part in hands-on environmental and community projects. Become a Team Leader if you are 25 years or older and have experience in leadership, volunteering, education, or community work, and wish to support and guide the group.
We welcome motivated individuals ready to contribute.
What is Global Greentalist and what makes it unique?
Global Greentalist is a 5-week international volunteer program in Costa Rica that combines a virtual learning phase with hands-on community and environmental projects. Participants develop leadership skills, engage in cultural exchange, and create real impact in rural and Indigenous communities, while becoming part of a global network of young changemakers.
What kind of projects will I be involved in?
Participants take part in a variety of meaningful, hands-on projects such as environmental conservation, basic construction, and educational workshops in rural and Indigenous communities. Projects are designed to respond to real community needs while allowing volunteers to develop teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills in real-world settings.
Each experience is practical, immersive, and purpose-driven.
Interviews
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Gilberth Johan Pérez Monge
Participated in 2025
Gilberth is from Costa Rica and lives in a rural community near the La Amistad International Park, which is surrounded by mountains and rivers. He stu...
Gilberth Johan Pérez Monge
Participated in 2025
I wanted to experience something new, to observe and feel what it is like to be in a different place, with different people doing different things. I also wanted to be part of a community that showed me how connected we all are, that love is everywhere, and helps heal you from the past. I wanted to be there.
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