Project Summary

The main objective of the wildlife conservation project is to re-introduce the rescued animals back into their natural habitats. Here, veterinarians and biologists study and research the quality of life of toucans, coyotes, monkeys and other animals. The park has a property of 23 hectares of secondary tropical dry forest with a fairly flat topography, dry weather and 2 well defined seasons: dry season goes from November to April and rainy season goes from May to October.

Volunteers are needed to help care for the animals and keep the park operating smoothly.

At a Glance

Minimum Program Length:	4 weeks
Start Date:	Every Monday
Arrival Date:	3 days prior to your Start Date (Friday)
Minimum Age:	18 years old
Volunteer Gender:	Male and Female
Accommodation:	You will be placed with either a homestay family or in a shared apartment with other volunteers. If you have a specific request, or prefer a private accommodation, please state your preferences in the application form.
Food:	2-3 meals per day are included in your program fee if you stay with a homestay family. Volunteers staying in a shared appartment are responsible for their own food. Special diet requirements or restrictions can be accomodated.
Pick-up Info:	A Volunteer Visions representative will be waiting for you at your arrival point and guide you to your accommodation and project location.
Project Schedule:	Monday-Friday: 8am-1pm or 2pm-7pm. Project is closed May and October

Your role as a Volunteer

Volunteers are needed to help keep the park operating as well as caring for the animals. Specific duties will include:

::General housekeeping and maintenance
::Lawn care
::Feeding animals and cleaning cages
::Assisting the vet
::Trail Construction and maintenance
::Working in the butterfly farm
::Working in the garden
::Providing customer service and tours to park visitors

Project Location

The park is located in Portegolpe, 38 km west from Santa Cruz, in Costa Rica's Guanacaste province, and spans 23 hectares.

Suggested Skills and Interests

Prior experience with animal care is not required but you must enjoy working with animals and a background in biology or any related background would be useful as well.

Suggested Donations

Please inquire with our headquarters in Samara prior to arranging large sum donations.