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Adventure Tour & Wildlife Supporter

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2 - 3 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • 🏝️Experience a wonderful trip and get to know the beautiful regions of Costa Rica.
  • 🐒Support for a few days or a week at a wildlife center.
  • 🏞️Experience national parks, waterfalls, volcanoes and relax at beach regions.

Highlights

  • 🏝️Experience a wonderful trip and get to know the beautiful regions of Costa Rica.
  • 🐒Support for a few days or a week at a wildlife center.
  • 🏞️Experience national parks, waterfalls, volcanoes and relax at beach regions.
  • 🐳Meet new people and experience Pura Vida.
  • 🍫Complete a cooking class and make your own chocolate.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Experience Costa Rica's wildlife, volcanoes, national parks and beach regions. Travel in a group, meet new friends.

    Pura Vida! Welcome to Costa Rica!

    Drinking a cocktail on the coast, walking through the national park, waterfalls and volcanoes - experience Costa Rica and its many facets. Experience the beautiful nature and wildlife.

    Join us for an exciting tour through Costa Rica and experience its fascinating ...

    About the program

    Pura Vida! Welcome to Costa Rica!

    Drinking a cocktail on the coast, walking through the national park, waterfalls and volcanoes - experience Costa Rica and its many facets. Experience the beautiful nature and wildlife.

    Join us for an exciting tour through Costa Rica and experience its fascinating flora and fauna. Learn all about the local people, the national parks, and the wildlife. Following the tour, you can complete a wildlife project for 3 days or 1.5 weeks in the end. During the round trip you will visit national parks such as: Manuel Antonio or Rio Celeste. Learn about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica as well as the wildlife. At the Wildlife, which you visit at the end of the tour, you will gain a deep insight into animal welfare. Here you will support the team with daily tasks such as feeding, cleaning the enclosures and maintenance work.

    Typical day

    Meals: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D)

    Day 1 Flight to San Jose
    A driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Your hotel room will be at your disposal from 2 pm.

    Day 2 San Jose - Uvita (B & D)
    Off you go to Uvita. In the afternoon, you can take a walk in the Marino ...

    Typical day

    Meals: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D)

    Day 1 Flight to San Jose
    A driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel. Your hotel room will be at your disposal from 2 pm.

    Day 2 San Jose - Uvita (B & D)
    Off you go to Uvita. In the afternoon, you can take a walk in the Marino Ballena National Park.

    Day 3 Uvita (B&D)
    Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour in the Marino Ballena Park.

    Day 4 Uvita to Manuel Antonio (B)

    On the way from Uvita to Manuel Antonio you will visit the Nauyaca waterfall.

    Day 5 Manuel Anonio (B)
    In the morning we visit the Manuel Antonio National Park, the afternoon is at leisure and you can relax on the beach.

    Day 6 Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna (B&D)
    In the afternoon you have the opportunity to take part in a zipline tour, and at midday we head towards La Fortuna.

    Day 7 La Fortuna (B)
    You start with a suspension bridge tour and in the afternoon we visit the park and the waterfall.

    Day 8 Rio Celeste (B)
    We start the day early and head to Rio Celeste. There we hike to the beautiful waterfall. In the afternoon we go for a swim in the hot springs in La Fortuna.

    Day 9 La Fortuna to Puerto Viejo (B)
    We start early in the morning from La Fortuna to Puerto Viejo, in the afternoon you can relax on the beach.

    Day 10 Puerto Viejo (B)
    In the morning we visit the Cahuita National Park, the afternoon is at leisure.

    Day 11 Puerto Viejo (visit to the Bri Bri) (B&L)
    We drive to Punta Uva, after which we visit the Bri Bri.

    Day 12 Puerto Viejo to Sarapiqui (Hotel - La Quinta) (B)
    We set off early in the morning for Sarapiqui. Here we go on a rafting tour. In the evening we go to the Wildlife Projekt.

    Day 13+14 (B,L,D)
    Wildlife Projekt
    Get involved in an animal sanctuary for wild animals. You will support the team on site in their daily work.

    Free-time activities

    Free-time activities

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    basic knowledge of English

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

  • Airport Pick Up
  • Accommodation Shared room in different areas:
  • San Jose: Hotel, ***country category
    Uvita: Private accommodation in town
    La Fortuna: Lodge
    Puerto Viejo: Private accommodation close in town
  • Meals as in the description (Vegetarian and vegan food available, please tell us before arriving)
  • In-Country Orientation
  • 12 Hour Support
  • Entrance to national park (Manuel Antonio, Rio Celeste & Cahuita)
  • Waterfall: Nauyaca
  • Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour in Bahia Ballena National Park & Hanging bridge tour in La Fortuna
  • Sarapiqui: half day rafting tour

    • Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Pick up from the airport all day possible, check in in the first accommoation after 2pm.

    Accommodation

    You will stay at different locations and accommodations, please see at the description. 

    Food & Beverages

  • Meals as in the description (Vegetarian and vegan food available, please tell us before arriving)

    • Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose. We assist you to find cheap flights to Costa Rica. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Costa Rica provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Costa Rica you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Costa Rica. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Start days for 2026:

    14th July 2026
    11th August 2026
    01st September 2026
    24th November 2026
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $1,256 per week 2 - 3 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 3 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > Puntarenas

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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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