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The Ecological Sanctuary
Costa Rica Volunteer Placement
Options
- Full-time volunteer
- Internship
- Part-time volunteer
- Volunteer Only
Established in 1992, the idea behind El Santuario Ecologico is to protect its 75 acres of forest. Today it is open to eco-tourism with the goal of preserving the forest and the wildlife found within. The sanctuary is a wildlife refuge run by a local Costa Rican family, which leads hikes on trails throughout the forest. On the trails there are beautiful lookout points, two big waterfalls, coffee and banana plantations, as well as many bird species and other wildlife.
Volunteers will help with trail maintenance and reforestation projects, such as seeding plantations.
Work Schedule: Open June and July only. The sanctuary is open 7:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Sunday. Volunteers can choose the hours they work.
Location of Placements:
Lodging: Homestay or volunteer residence.
Requirements:
Important Things to Consider:
- The work can be very physical and strenuous.
- Volunteers must have a medical insurance policy by the time their program begins. Any health problems must be specifically stated on the application.
Other Comments:
The maximum number of participants that this organization accepts is 2.
(Note: We don't know if positions are available until you apply.)
Program Fees:
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