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Program Description

Affordable Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica: $295/week

Description

IVHQ's partner organizations in Costa Rica are always looking for great volunteers! Highly affordable programs are available in a variety of fields, including conversation, teaching, childcare, construction, and much more. Volunteers can also enjoy taking discounted Spanish lessons during their time abroad. Programs can be taken anywhere from a week to 6 months. Browse through the programs below and visit the IVHQ website for more information.

Current IVHQ Volunteer Programs in Costa Rica:

  • Teaching English: Teach English to low-income families in and around San Jose.
  • Childcare Work: Provide childcare and other services to families from difficult backgrounds.
  • Turtle Conservation: Assist in Turtle conservation research at Costa Rican beaches.
  • Construction and Renovation: Work on construction projects expanding orphanages and schools in Costa Rica.
  • Healthcare: A variety of healthcare projects are available for volunteers with previous medical experience.
  • Eco-Agriculture Conservation Project: Volunteers help rural families in coffee-production operations.

Highlights

  • IVHQ programs in Costa Rica can be taken anywhere from 1 week to 6 months
  • Programs start on the first Monday of each month
  • IVHQ offers volunteers the opportunity to enjoy discounted Spanish courses
  • Projects are available in and around the capital city of San Jose as well as rural areas
  • Costa Rica is one of the most popular volunteer locations; last year IVHQ sent over 650 volunteers to Costa Rica
  • Read the great reviews IVHQ alumni have left about their experiences in Costa Rica, and visit the IVHQ website to start planning your trip!
Further Information
Age Group: 
18-50
Languages Learned/Spoken: 
English
Spanish
Living Arrangements: 
Home-stay
Accommodation is included in the program cost
Travel Arrangements: 
Participants travel to the program independently.
Application Requirements: 
Online Application
Age Requirement

Ratings and Reviews

3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Great Staff

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The staff have been very helpful in all the planning aspects of my volunteering with IVHQ. When I had to delay my trip, they were very helpful in letting me know that I could use my deposit towards another trip in the next two years. I look forward to being able to volunteer with IVHQ and I will continue to stay in touch with them as they introduce new programs and spread their generosity around the world.

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Submitted by melindahine on 05/01/2012
Reviewer's Bio:    Female    |   Age: 25-30    |   Omaha, Nebraska    |    Novice Traveler    |    USA   
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Most incredible spring break ever

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IVHQ set me up in Costa Rica with the Maximo Nivel center. The staff there was amazing and energetic. They knew me by name from the get-go and were able to help me with any problem that I had. The process of getting to and from the airport or the project site was confusing at first, but the program eased me into it at just the right pace.

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Submitted by bgeels on 03/23/2012
Reviewer's Bio:    Male    |   Age: 25-30    |   Lakewood, CO    |    Experienced Traveler    |    Colorado School of Mines   

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Program Info

Country: 
Costa Rica
City(s): 
San Jose, and throughout Costa Rica
Volunteer Type: 
Community Development
Building / Construction Projects
Conservation
Health Care
Teaching
Childcare
Volunteer Types: 
Orphanage work
Medical
AIDS Awareness/Sexual health
Teach English
Construction
Marine life conservation
Environmental conservation
Length of Program: 
1-2 weeks
2-4 weeks
1-3 months
3-6 months
Cost: 
$0-$500 (USD)
$500-$2,000 (USD)
$2,000-$5,000 (USD)

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IVHQ Volunteers in Costa Rica
Volunteering in Costa Rica