Length | Requirements | Dates | Ages | Application Deadline |
Price | |
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Session A | 3 Weeks |
Minimum 2 years of Spanish Passport valid 6 months after project end date Pre-departure training, online or in-person Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring |
June 6–June 27, 2024 |
15–19 | National Chapter: April 16 |
$5,975 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses. Fundraising Support Available Flight costs are not included. |
Session B | 3 Weeks |
Minimum 2 years of Spanish Passport valid 6 months after project end date Pre-departure training, online or in-person Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring |
June 19–July 10, 2024 |
15–19 | National Chapter: April 16 |
$5,975 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses Fundraising Support Available Flight costs are not included. |
Session C | 3 Weeks |
Minimum 2 years of Spanish Passport valid 6 months after project end date Pre-departure training, online or in-person Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring |
July 3–July 24, 2024 |
15–19 | National Chapter: May 14 |
$5,975 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses Fundraising Support Available Flight costs are not included. |
Session D | 3 Weeks |
Minimum 2 years of Spanish Passport valid 6 months after project end date Pre-departure training, online or in-person Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring |
July 17–Aug 7, 2024 |
15–19 | National Chapter: May 14 |
$5,975 – National Chapter Fees include all in-country expenses Fundraising Support Available Flight costs are not included. |
Minimum 2 years of Spanish
Passport valid 6 months after project end date
Pre-departure training, online or in-person
Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring
June 6–June 27, 2024
$5,975 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses.
Fundraising Support Available
Flight costs are not included.
Minimum 2 years of Spanish
Passport valid 6 months after project end date
Pre-departure training, online or in-person
Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring
June 19–July 10, 2024
$5,975 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses
Fundraising Support Available
Flight costs are not included.
Minimum 2 years of Spanish
Passport valid 6 months after project end date
Pre-departure training, online or in-person
Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring
July 3–July 24, 2024
$5,975 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses
Fundraising Support Available
Flight costs are not included.
Minimum 2 years of Spanish
Passport valid 6 months after project end date
Pre-departure training, online or in-person
Attend Health and Safety and Project webinars in the Spring
July 17–Aug 7, 2024
$5,975 – National Chapter
Fees include all in-country expenses
Fundraising Support Available
Flight costs are not included.
Group travel with homestay.
Students looking to step out of their comfort zone with the support of supervisors and fellow volunteers. Volunteers will divide their time between group housing and a short homestay, which includes meeting up with their group for daily activities.
Receive college credit for joining this project! Learn more here.
Most meals will be typical Costa Rican food which can include a plate with meat or eggs, rice and beans, vegetables, and salad. This project is vegetarian friendly.
Combination of dormitory style lodging and homestays. The homestays will all be in 2 different communities with typically 2 volunteers per host family.
This program is located in both the Cartago and Limón provinces of Costa Rica. Students should expect rain and high levels of humidity with daily temperature ranging from low 70’s to high 80’s.
pura vida = life is good, cool
tuanis = cool
Earn 36 service hours while supporting local conservation initiatives.
AMIGOS has operated in Costa Rica for more than 35 years and in that time has built strong relationships with our partner agencies and host families. We are so excited to be continuing these relationships in the summer of 2024!
Cartago Province: Support local producers and learn how climate change has impacted their farms. Explore how education and private conservation efforts have contributed to agricultural research in the process of adapting to climate change.
Caribbean Coast: Focus on community-based initiatives to adapt to climate change as well as the impact of climate change on coastal communities. Support wildlife protection by setting up sea turtle nurseries, identifying nests, and other needs.
Volunteer with local farms and an environmental education organization in Cartago province and with a sea turtle protection organization in the Caribe. Earn 36 service hours while supporting local initiatives.
AMIGOS was an amazing experience for me. It was incredible to be able to immerse myself in Costa Rican culture and talk to people from all different backgrounds. It also allowed for personal growth and I became a better global citizen and group member.
–Josefina, Costa Rica Volunteer, 2022
Learn how to create ethical service initiatives by working with–not for–a community, engaging local organizations and partners, and evaluating the impact of your work. AMIGOS works with trusted local partners that are passionate and committed to working with our volunteers on community service projects.
Cultural humility is a process of both self-reflection about your own culture as well as learning about other cultures. You will examine your own beliefs and cultural identity and gain an understanding of how structural racism has impacted societies and the roles that communities can take to lead systemic change.
Learn, grow, and discover your leadership potential! Explore your sense of purpose and start to establish your personal goals and values through introspection and inquiry.
AMIGOS programs provide a unique opportunity to experience a new culture. Volunteers report increased fluency in Spanish after completing our program. Activities go far beyond the classroom — you’ll lead activities in Spanish, learn local slang, and increase your confidence with real-world practice. You will not believe how fast your Spanish improves when you use it in conversation every day!
Travel to must-see spots in your host country! You’ll travel as a group to experience unique destinations like volcanoes, ancient ruins, national parks, and historical sites. You’ll get to see these places from the distinct perspective of someone who has spent time in that country and learned about the culture firsthand. Plus, you’ll bond with their fellow volunteers and have fun!
AMIGOS is the industry leader in health and safety management. Our staff is prepared to help you with any situation that may arise. Each volunteer receives a personalized emergency plan, as well as support from local staff teams and a professional 24-hour On-Call Safety Team of travel specialists, doctors, and mental health specialists. A Health and Wellness Coordinator is on staff with the group throughout the duration of their stay. AMIGOS also has an established network of vetted medical clinics and hospitals throughout the region.
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