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. Based on the location of your placement and you accomodation, you might have to commute daily on the public bus. Weekly bus expenses are always less than $10.
Food:
2-3 meals per day are included in your program fee if you stay with a homestay family. Volunteers staying in a shared apartment are responsible for their own food. Special diet requirements or restrictions can be accommodated.
Pick-up Info:
A Volunteer Visions representative will be waiting for you at your arrival location and guide you to your accommodation and project placement.
Project Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 8am-1pm or 2pm-7pm. Project is closed May and October
Suggested Donations
Please inquire with our headquarters in Samara prior to arranging large sum donations.
Volunteer Profile
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
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.
Location
The park is located in Portegolpe, 38 km west from Santa Cruz, in Costa Rica's Guanacaste province, and spans 23 hectares.
Pricing
Reserve Your Spot Now!
Only $295
The program fee that you pay includes the following:
- Food
- Home stay or dorm accommodation
- Pre-departure Information (which includes visa info, vaccinations, packing list, etc.)
- Arrival pick up
- Skilled and knowledgeable onsite coordinator
- 24/7 emergency assistance and onsite support
- Safety and Health tips
- On-site orientation
- Social and cultural activities and excursions
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| 2 Weeks |
$650.00 |
| 3 Weeks |
$722.50 |
| 4 Weeks |
$795.00 |
| 5 Weeks |
$922.50 |
| 6 Weeks |
$1,050.00 |
| 7 Weeks |
$1,195.00 |
| 8 Weeks |
$1,340.00 |
| 9 Weeks |
$1,460.00 |
| 10 Weeks |
$1,580.00 |
| 11 Weeks |
$1,690.00 |
| 12 Weeks |
$1,800.00 |
| Additional Weeks: $110.00 |
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