Volunteer in Costa Rica

Who can apply?

To participate in most of our volunteer projects in Costa Rica, you must be 18-years or older, unless you are accompanied by a parent or guardian. For the building, environment and turtle conservation projects, 17-year olds may apply with their parent’s consent.

Individuals and groups from all nationalities can apply for the program in Costa Rica.

How to apply?

Our application is completed entirely online. First, you submit a reservation along with a deposit of US $199 to secure your place. You then be provided access to your user account on our website where you will complete your profile and application forms.

It then takes us approximately 2-5 days to complete the booking of your program in Costa Rica. The remainder of your program fee will be due 60 days before your arrival date. Read our step-by-step registration and application guide.

Pre-Arrival

From the moment you book your trip, you will be assigned a program manager and local coordinator who will be in constant communication with you by email and phone until arrival day. Before you arrive in Costa Rica, we’ll provide a pre-arrival information packet that outlines pick-up procedures and everything you need to know for a hassle-free arrival to the project location in San Ramón

Qualifications & Requirements

Eligible participants for projects that involve working with children or in institutions will need an intermediate level of the Spanish language. Those booked on community and environment projects only need a basic level of Spanish.

No other formal qualifications or specific experience is necessary to work in our volunteer projects in Costa Rica. What’s most important is that you are enthusiastic, passionate and open-minded.

When to apply?

We recommend you submit your reservation online at least three months before your intended travel date.

If you want to arrange your trip less than two months before your arrival date, we’ll probably be able to make arrangements for you. Just contact us to check availability.

When are payments made?

We recommend you submit your reservation online at least three months before your intended travel date.

The first payment is made during your program reservation. This is not an application fee, it is just an initial payment. The remainder of the program fee 60 days before your program’s arrival date. Payment instalment plans are available upon request.