Volunteer In Costa Rica - Volunteer Placements Available Now!

Costa Rica Volunteer programs include placement, housing, meals and language school classes!

Often described as the "jewel" of Central America, Costa Rica boasts a year-round tropical climate and awe-inspiring natural beauty. It is famous for its rich diversity of flora and fauna, plains, rivers, mountains, valleys, volcanoes, beaches, and national parks. With its close proximity to North America, a stable democratic government, and a safe and friendly atmosphere, it is the perfect setting for international students!

Volunteer programs include:

• Volunteer work with deaf and blind
• Public Schools
• Child Welfare Authority
• San José Zoo
• Costa Rica National Parks
• Volunteer work with underprivileged children
• Nursing home

Read descriptions of our Volunteer Programs

Volunteer in Costa Rica, Volunteering Programs with Language School Classes in Costa Rica

The prices on this page include host family housing and 2 meals per day if you choose a volunteer option in San Jose and similar housing, residential or dormitory housing and meals if choosing a volunteer program outside of San Jose. 

Language School Classes

Volunteer in Costa Rica programs begin with a 4 week Spanish Language School portion before the 4 to 8 week volunteer placement begins.  Basic and advanced courses are offered with up to 8 students per class.  Classes meet 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday, mornings or afternoons. Special courses in business, medical, intercultural, Spanish American culture and Latin American current events classes available upon request for an additional fee. Learn more 

Intermediate Spanish-speakers can choose to skip the Language School portion of the program and only participate in a 4 week Volunteer placement for $895.