Location:

San Jose, Costa Rica; Bocas Del Toro, Panama; Tres Rios, Costa Rica; Quepos, Costa Rica

Program Type:

Volunteer Abroad

Degree Level:

High School

Work Types:

Animals, Arts, Children, Construction, Education, Environment, Health, Translation

Duration:

1-2 weeks, 3-4 weeks, 1-3 months

Program Overview

Program Description:

Create your own adventure in Costa Rica and Panama this summer! Our Summer courses will have you kayaking and rafting down some of the world's most beautiful rivers, surfing world class breaks on the beautiful Pacific beaches, trekking through remote tropical jungles, practicing Spanish in village homestays and scuba diving off the Caribbean Coast.

Each course and adventure will provide you the opportunity to volunteer, build life and leadership skills, learn from local cultures, and gain a new level of self-awareness, and appreciation for the world around you. Service opportunities vary by course but may include working with indigenous communities and assisting environmental and marine conservation projects. 

For our Summer Courses, choose one of the options below or combine any of these courses to create your adventure in Costa Rica and Panama:

• Scuba, Sea Turtles, Service & Sloths
• Tropical Trek, Raft & Waves
• Pacific Surf & Saving Lives
• Pacific Surf Extension

Tuition includes in-country transportation, food, lodging, all technical equipment, instructors, and local guides. Tuition does not include airfare to and from San Jose, Costa Rica.

Setting Description:

Costa Rica is world renowned for its tropical beauty. Whether deep within the rainforest or along the sandy beaches, you will be inspired by the natural landscapes that surrounds you. Camp by waterfalls and on secluded beaches and become immersed in the culture of a remote village homestays.

Cost:

Varies by course USD. Tuition pricing varies depending on the number of courses you choose to take. The longer the adventure with us, the bigger the discount!

Additional Program Information

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

After submitting your enrollment, request a scholarship application. Scholarships awarded vary by need and merit.