Volunteer Programs in Panama City, Panama

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2 Volunteer Programs in Panama City, Panama

School the World

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School Building Volunteer Program in Panama

The School the World Panama program brings students from across the United States to northern Panama for one week of meaningful, community-driven service work. Set within the Ngäbe-Buglé territory, the program gives participants a direct role in constructing a school that will serve a rural community for years to come. Two departure dates are available: March 14-21 and April 19-26, 2026. The week goes well beyond the build itself. Students spend time with local schoolchildren, teachers, and families—forming the kind of connections that stay with you long after the trip ends. The program also includes visits to two of Panama's most iconic landmarks: the Panama Canal and the historic Casco Viejo district in Panama City, offering a broader window into the country's culture and history. At the close of the project, the group and community come together to mark what was built—a shared moment of pride that makes the effort real. For students seeking a high school service trip abroad with genuine cultural depth and lasting impact, Panama delivers on both.

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Outward Bound Costa Rica

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Custom Course in Costa Rica & Panama (Groups of 5+)

We believe that the best things in life are personalized; so we’ve launched our custom courses for 5 or more people. Tell us your dates, duration, and activities—we’ll do the rest! Step by step, we’ll create an unforgettable adventure to Costa Rica or Panama. Bring 7 others on your custom course and you will come for free! Our custom courses are for friends & family, sports teams, youth groups, Girl Scout Troops, and even business teams! Mix and match activities from the following categories: Outdoor Adventure, Volunteering, Skills & Training to create your perfect adventure. No matter your age, the activities you’re taking part in or who you’re here with you will be challenged, you will gain new skills and you will have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. *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.*

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Best experience I've had!

September 17, 2022by: Samantha Rojas - United States

Program: Custom Course in Costa Rica & Panama (Groups of 5+)

My Outward Bound experience in Costa Rica was a little different. I was originally signed up to go on a course with other adults or college students for a week. Unfortunately, not too many people had signed up or other things had occurred. Fortunately, I was still able to attend the course and was able to travel with two groups. I traveled first with Girl Scouts and another group that was around the same age (most were between 13-16 years of age). I didn't spend too much time in Costa Rica, but for the brief moments I did it was beautiful. I was able to do zip-lining through the forest and even went into the city. But the real highlight of my travel was going to Panama and working with locals on the sea turtle conservation efforts. Not only was it cool seeing baby sea turtles hatch, but I was glad we were helping to increase the survival rate of two endangered species of sea turtles. I think if anyone has a chance to travel to Costa Rica or even Panama they should definitely take it. As for the Outward Bound Program hands down one of the best programs that I have taken part in. Prior to Costa Rica I had travelled some years back to the one in Colorado which inspired me later to do this program. Needless to say I liked the program so much that I'm doing a gap year course this coming spring in Costa Rica. Traveling to Costa Rica and Panama is a must but if you really want to make it work your while I definitely would look into the Outward Bound Program. Wherever you end up finding yourselves at I hope you have an awesome time!

Best experience I've had!

September 17, 2022by: Samantha Rojas - United States

Program: Custom Course in Costa Rica & Panama (Groups of 5+)

It taught me not to take things for granted

July 31, 2019by: Sophie M.

Program: Surf, Scuba, Raft & Hike in Costa Rica & Panama (Ages 14-18)

The service and cultural immersion taught me so much about how other people live and the impact you can have on people and nature. It taught me not to take things for granted. I also learned how I function with a group.

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