Sea Turtle Conservation and Corcovado Eco Community Development
“The Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed”. – Mahatma Gandhi
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Experience one week volunteering in a unique and life changing adventure in our Sea Turtle Conservation Program in the Central Pacific and one week working with communities in the majestic Osa Peninsula with the Eco Community Development program
Discover the paradisiacal beaches of the Pacific to protect and conserve the fascinating sea turtles. But that’s not all! In addition to working on sea turtle conservation, you will also be part of our exciting Eco-Community Development Project in the lush Osa Peninsula.
Here, you will have the opportunity to get involved in local initiatives that promote sustainable practices, reforestation, environmental education, and regenerative agriculture, contributing to the mitigation of climate change.
«Imagine waking up every morning with the sound of the ocean and/or the lush tropical jungle as your backdrop.»
Our volunteer program offers a enriching and meaningful experience, where every action you take has a direct impact on biodiversity preservation and the building of a more sustainable future for future generations.
Sea Turtle Conservation (Central Pacific)
Playa Hermosa-Punta Mala Wildlife Refuge
During the first week, you will participate as a volunteer in the sea turtle conservation program. You will have the unique opportunity to directly contribute to the preservation of this emblematic species while engaging in monitoring activities, protection efforts, releasing hatchlings, among others.
In the month of June, you will specifically be involved in the construction of the nursery where the nests are relocated.
Corcovado Eco Community Development (Osa Peninsula)
El Progreso Drake Bay – Osa Peninsula
During the second week, you will explore one of the most biologically intense places, hosting 2.5% of all the planet’s biodiversity. It is home to a wide variety of endemic species. In this program, you will have the opportunity to support local community members and engage in various regenerative practices aimed at improving food security, protecting water supplies, and restoring biodiversity levels compromised by human and climatic alterations.
Through this program, you will participate in a combination of activities including forest restoration, regenerative agriculture, and community and environmental education initiatives.
Registrations are now open, and the volunteer program operates from June 1st to December 15th.
Requirements:
- Age: 18 years old or more
- Minimun stay: 2 weeks
- Good physical condition
- Basic Spanish or English
- You must be friendly, communicative
- Able to work in extreme weather conditions for 4-6 hours per day
- You must have a medical travel insurance policy for the duration of your stay
About the Work
In this volunteering opportunity, you will be able to participate in activities related to the Sea Turtle Conservation, such as:
- Daytime and nighttime patrols
- Relocation of nests to the turtle nursery
- Recording scientific data
- Nest excavations
- Release of hatchlings into the sea
- You may also be asked to perform tasks in ecotourism, environmental education, and construction activities.
Some of the activities for the Eco Community Development program include:
- Planting trees and assisting in tree nurseries
- Collecting seeds and planting seedlings
- Sowing plants that attract pollinators
- Making compost and preparing organic fertilizers
- Assisting in building and preparing planting beds
- Preparing and propagating mountain microorganisms
- Supporting agricultural and livestock farms
- Participation in environmental festivals
- Organizing social activities
- Clean-up campaigns
- Support classes for children
- Environmental education with children
- Art workshops
- Sports workshops
- Craft workshops
- Environmental education with children.
What about Free Time?
We understand that volunteers not only come to work but also to discover the incredible nature surrounding the projects; therefore, the program offers unforgettable tours and activities. One free day per week will be provided for you to enjoy the surroundings.
How much does it cost?
The volunteer must pay a fee of $560 for the 2 weeks of volunteering.
This fee includes accommodation and meals (three meals a day), as well as training during the program.
Each volunteer must cover their own airfare to San Jose and transportation from San Jose to the Pacific, Osa, and vice versa.
*This amount covers accommodation, three meals per day and training. It does not cover the arrival and departure costs to/from the project, nor tours and other expenses.
* Ask for our rates for stays longer than 30 days.
Important Notes:
There are no ATMs in any of the places, so we recommend that volunteers travel with enough cash for possible tours. If you want to buy snacks or sweets, better buy them in San José or on the way to the project.
Apply Now!
Please complete the Volunteer Registration Form and send via email to zoraida@corcovadofoundation.org at least 2 weeks prior to your arrival.
You will receive a confirmation email, along with a comprehensive Volunteer Orientation Manual with detailed information about transportation, what to bring and what to expect.
The 25% payment for the stay must be made before arrival. To pay, please use this secure link and select «Fundación Corcovado». In the «Leave a comment» option, please enter the name of the volunteering program. You can extend your stay at any time.
Please note that payment for the first two weeks is non-refundable.
2297-3013
info@corcovadofoundation.org