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Internship at Tour Operator in National park

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8 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Learn more about the unique biodiversity in Costa Rica and clean up the ocean
  • Working in one of the most beautiful Marine National Parks in Costa Rica
  • Gain Spanish by living in a volunteer house, run by a Costa Rican family and your colleagues at the park

Highlights

  • Learn more about the unique biodiversity in Costa Rica and clean up the ocean
  • Working in one of the most beautiful Marine National Parks in Costa Rica
  • Gain Spanish by living in a volunteer house, run by a Costa Rican family and your colleagues at the park
  • Learn about Costa Rica and the wonderful culture
  • Enjoy the country and the wonderful beaches around
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Make the ocean plastic-free and help preserve beautiful national parks in Costa Rica, educate visitors and protect wildlife.

    On this program, you will help in one of the greatest Marine National Park in Costa Rica. The park is home to endangered species such as monkeys, sloths, aras, sea turtles, and many types of birds and reptiles. The park is the starting point of many activities like hiking, dolphin tours, and ...

    About the program

    On this program, you will help in one of the greatest Marine National Park in Costa Rica. The park is home to endangered species such as monkeys, sloths, aras, sea turtles, and many types of birds and reptiles. The park is the starting point of many activities like hiking, dolphin tours, and horseback riding. As well a lot of tourists (international and local) coming every year to enjoy the beautiful beach and wale trail.
    During your volunteer service, you will help out at a local tour operator. You will go on tours in the park 2-4 days a week and also to other national parks. During this time, you will assist the captains on the boat, inform guests and help with daily tasks. In the office you can prepare pictures for social media that you have taken on the tours and help with daily tasks.

    As the park is open 6-days a week, please stay flexible with your working days. The tour operator will plan you 5-days a week 8 hours a day. During your volunteering, you will stay in one of our amazing volunteer houses just some minutes' walk from the main entrance. Like this, you will get to know other volunteers from around the world and can spend your free time with them.

    Typical day

    Usually, volunteers work 5-days a week. Working days are chosen by the park in coordination with the volunteer before arriving.
    Working hours between 4-6 hours a day.
    Tasks:

    • Cleaning beaches and public areas of the beach
    • Protecting and taking care of the local wildlife
    • Helping with the operations at the ...

    Typical day

    Usually, volunteers work 5-days a week. Working days are chosen by the park in coordination with the volunteer before arriving.
    Working hours between 4-6 hours a day.
    Tasks:

    • Cleaning beaches and public areas of the beach
    • Protecting and taking care of the local wildlife
    • Helping with the operations at the national parks by educating visitors on the local wildlife and environmental protection 

    Free-time activities

    During your free time you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica does have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around the project.
    Close to the beach people sell souvenirs, other cities ...

    Free-time activities

    During your free time you can go to the beach. You can enjoy activities like hiking, climbing, trekking, horseback riding, relaxing on the beach, etc. Costa Rica does have great surf spots. Water sport activities are a lot around the project.
    Close to the beach people sell souvenirs, other cities like Manuel Antonio or Dominical is close. As well you can do tours to waterfalls, which are close to your stay. One is in town, the other close to Dominical. We can recommend doing the tour on your own, as it is easy to get there.

    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 (intermediate level) or Spanish (basic level)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    copy of the passport and medical insurance during your stay

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    Spanish basic, we do offer language school online or in Costa Rica before your stay.

    Time Commitment

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

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Airport Pick Up
    • Local support
    • 24/7 Emergency Number
    • Accommodation in a volunteer house
    • 2 meals a day

    Airport Pickup at Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Our team will pick you up at San Jose Airport. One of our team members will pick you up and bring you to the bus station in San Jose. On the bus, you will go direct to Uvita. Please take some cash for the bus with you. The bus costs US$10-15. The bus will take about 3,5 to 4 hours. We can organize a pick up between 6-11 am.



    Accommodation

    You will be in a volunteer house. Rooms are very well equipped and you will have a dorm room (double or 3-bed room), single rooms are available on request and with an extra fee. You will share the bathroom with other volunteers. Our travelers recommend the accommodation to 100%. The accommodation is about 10-15 minutes by bicycle from the project.

    Food & Beverages

    Typical breakfast and lunch OR dinner are included, as well during the weekend.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
    You don't have to pay anything yet

    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

    Arrival day: Sunday or as agreed before arriving
    Start date: Monday

    Please note, if your flight to San Jose is arriving after 2 pm we need to add a day close to the airport before arriving.
    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $375 per week 8 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    8 - 24 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.

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    Location

    Americas > Central America > Costa Rica > Uvita

    Meet your project coordinator

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