Wildlife Sanctuary
Highlights
- Take care of the animals (feeding, cleaning)
- Educate visitors about the importance of wildlife conservation
- Engage in maintenance tasks around the rescue center
Overview
Costa Rica is famous for its rich biodiversity. Many people from around the world come to Costa Rica to experience its lush rain-forests and exotic wildlife. Costa Rica is one of the most biodiversity-dense countries in the world. It is home to more than 500,000 species, which represent nearly 4% of the total estimated species worldwide. Development, agriculture, illegal exotic animal trade, and contamination affect many wildlife species that are under constant threat. Volunteers in the wildlife program in Costa Rica work in animal rescue centers aimed at helping endangered species. If you like being outdoors and love working with wild animals, the wildlife program is for you!
Who is this program better for? People that like manual labor , are not afraid to get their hands dirty , and understand the importance of wildlife conservation.
What could I be doing?
-Taking care of the animals (feeding, cleaning);
- Building cages and shelters for the animals;
-Preparing food for the animals;
-Educating visitors about the importance of wildlife conservation;
-Doing maintenance tasks around the rescue center.
- Host family, in private room with two meals per day Participation in cultural activities. On call support throughout the service. Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service. Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement Welcome at airport with transport. Certificate of program completion.
- Transport upon finishing service Airfare Travel insurance
Important Information
Program available from 4-24 weeks
Volunteers can arrive almost any Sunday.
Booking Section
Dates & Availability
This program is available all year round. You can select any date as per your comfort.Please select the week you plan to join the program.
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