Volunteer in Costa Rica
Volunteer Rainforest and Wildlife Expedition in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
By Explore Costa Rica Staff
Sep 5, 2007, 08:04

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City/State: Tortugero
Country: COSTA RICA

Volunteer Rainforest and Wildlife Expedition in Costa Rica

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Global Vision International
3 High Street
St Albans
Herts
UNITED KINGDOM
AL3 4ED
Phone: 01727 250 250
www.gvi.co.uk

Costa Rica Volunteer Program description:

Be an active member of GVI’s research team in the beautiful and rich habitats of a Costa Rican Rainforest. Work on a variety of long term terrestrial and marine conservation and community education projects. You will be part of a comprehensive research program in this exciting biodiversity hotspot. Activities include turtle population surveys, jaguar predation surveys, mammal research, bird and amphibian studies, recording bird song, teaching English and environmental education.

Expedition members receive hands-on training to provide a base line and holistic understanding of all aspects of the rainforest and coast line. In addition, GVI’s included Costa Rica adventure tours such as a scenic white water rafting trip on Costa Rica’s most spectacular rapids, as well as a Canopy tour in the treetops of the Tortuguero rainforest. Accommodation is rustic but comfortable at the Cano biological research station near the Costa Rican coastline. The expedition is run in conjunction with COTERC (Canadian Organisation for Tropical Education and Rainforest Education), Toronto Zoo, Costa Rican National Parks Board and various universities in Costa Rica as well as independent researchers.

Expedition members are needed for 5, 10 and 15 weeks, internships are also available.

General program information:

Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 - 65
Travel to site: Independent Travel to Costa Rica
Is opportunity more independent or group orientated: Group
No. in group: Max 16 plus staff
Living arrangements on the program: Tents/Rustic Accommodation, Group living
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: Set departure dates throughout the year, contact GVI for more details.

Benefits and advantages of the program:

Explore the beautiful and rich habitats of a Costa Rican Rainforest on the Atlantic Coast and be an active member of a research team working on conservation initiatives. Receive comprehensive training covering conservation, survival techniques, photo trapping, monitoring techniques, bird, bird call and mammal identification, amphibian and reptile studies and basic “Rainforest” first aid.

By participating for 10 weeks or more you will qualify for a FREE Placement as part of the GVI Career Opportunities program. Contact GVI for more information.

Cost or price of this program:

From £1400 / US$2590

Typical person for this program:

There is no typical volunteer! All expedition members must be enthusiastic, interested in conservation and prepared to work in a team.

Qualifications required:

Spanish is not essential for this expedition but a little Spanish would be of benefit as this would allow you to interact with the community members far more freely. All expedition members should be physically fit as the environment is demanding. You should also be enthusiastic, adventurous and have a good sense of humor.

Application process Involves:

Visit the GVI website and apply on line a member of staff will contact you to ensure your place in the field. more info >>

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