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58 people are interested
Volunteer at an Animal Rescue Center in Costa Rica
ORGANIZATION: Greenheart Travel
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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58 people are interested
Located in the middle of the rainforest in San Carlos province of Costa Rica, this eco-reserve is an animal-lover’s paradise. You will have the opportunity to work alongside volunteers from around the world to support wildlife conservation efforts in Costa Rica.
How You Will Make a Difference:
- Help feed, observe and administer general care to animals
- Assist with various conservation projects
- Work in the greenhouse
- Help maintain trails on the reserve
- Help with construction of new habitats for the animals
- Assist with community outreach projects in the area
Start dates are on a monthly basis but fill quickly. Please apply 8 weeks in advance to reserve your spot.
What's Included?
- Accommodation with a Costa Rican host family
- 3 meals per day
- Private bus from San Jose to project
- Daily transportation to and from project
- Emergency medical insurance for the duration of your program
- Project supervisor and emergency staff available 24/7
- Orientation pre-departure and upon arrival
- Culture & Ettiquette guide book
Requirements
- Minimum 1 week commitment (maximum 3 months)
- 16 years of age or older
- Consent to criminal background check for volunteers 18 and older (Greenheart Travel will process this for you)
- Beginner level of Spanish, intermediate or higher is beneficial
- Willingness to help with any and all needs of the project
To request more information, please visit our website at http://greenhearttravel.org/program/adult/volunteer-abroad/animal-rescue-center-in-costa-rica, or call our office in Chicago at 888-227-6231 for further details regarding more program specifics, fees, and the application process.
More opportunities with Greenheart Travel
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Greenheart Travel
Location:
200 W. Superior St., Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60654, US
Mission Statement
Greenheart Travel is personally invested in providing cultural immersion programs that change lives, advance careers, and create leaders.
Description
Greenheart Travel is personally invested in providing cultural immersion programs that change lives, advance careers and create leaders. We achieve this by partnering with organizations and governments overseas that empower their local communities through experiential learning and practical development. We provide others with the same positive travel experiences in which we ourselves engage. Through travel and cultural exchange, we help individuals reach their full potential, leading to a more tolerant, peaceful and environmentally sustainable world.
Greenheart Travel is a branch of Greenheart International, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to connecting people and planet to create a more peaceful and sustainable global community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Costa RicaCosta Rica, San Carlos Costa Rica
DATE POSTED
December 20, 2019
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Science
- Animal Care / Handling
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- 1-12 week options
- Entry-level Spanish proficiency