Tropical Conservation Volunteer
Program Overview
KREA is a Costa Rican NGO committed to longterm study of the biodiversity within the Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve, while also educating and training the next generation of conservation scientists.
KREA offers a volunteer program throughout the year for anyone interested in participating in wildlife research, experiencing life in a field station, or just trying something new.
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Program Highlights
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Biological Research
- Conservation
- Environment
Updated Oct 26, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- 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
- Spanish
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Starts At
- 14 days: $700
- 28 days: $1,260
- 84 days: $3,528
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