BUNAC: Volunteer Costa Rica

  Costa Rica

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: year round

Description: BUNAC believes that the best way to experience a county is to fully immerse yourself into the culture and community. Our volunteer programmes give you the perfect opportunity to do just that whist contributing to a worthwhile project. You will be able to share your skills and knowledge with the local staff and get an invaluable insight into the lives of their community by living with a host family. Take time to share stories and life experiences, learn some of the local language and enjoy the home cooked food. It all adds up to provide you with a unique and memorable volunteer experience.

Known as Central Americas hidden gem Costa Rica is a popular destination for travellers whether they are looking for adventure or relaxation. The country is renowned for its stunning diversity of landscapes. Take a zip wire through the rainforest, trek up a volcano, relax in the sulphur spring, learn to surf on the Pacific waves or just go with the flow on the Caribbean coast. The tropical climate allows for a biodiversity haven for flora, fauna and wildlife. With 25% of land protected in parks and reserves you will never be far from being at one with nature. Whatever your traveling style you will be sure to find what you are looking for in Costa Rica.

Highlights: Volunteer Costa Rica includes:
    * Comprehensive Orientation Interview on a one to one basis
    * BUNAC Volunteer Costa Rica Handbook and Lonely Planet Guidebook
    * Personal support and travel advice from knowledgeable staff
    * Group or individual flight booking service
    * 24/7 support from BUNAC and our local partner organisation for the duration of your programme
    * Project placement based on your skills and local needs
    * 2-day Orientation
          -Education sessions about culture and customs; safety and accommodation and your placement
          -Walking tour of San Jose
          -Airport transfer
          -2 nights hostel accommodation
    * Host family accommodation:
          -Based in areas all over Costa Rica
          -Private or twin share room with another volunteer
          -Home cooked food included

Qualifications: To apply to Volunteer Costa Rica you must be;

    -UK or Ireland residents (any nationality)
    -Aged at least 18
    -Conversant in Spanish (GCSE level or equivalent).

Cost in US$: 2 months- UK (899 Pound)

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to European Participants.

Participants Travel to Costa Rica in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview Required
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Resume
• Transcript

Year Founded: 1962