Animal Shelter Drake, Osa, Costa Rica

5.0
(113 reviews)113

Bird conservation support

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
103 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
108 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
97 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

15h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 30

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

Volunteers will pay a $30 per night fee to cover meals, the electric generator, cleaning, maintenance, etc.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
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Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Did you know that birds are bioindicators of ecosystems? Come help us monitor them and learn about their biology and conservation to preserve the health of the lagoon. Our accommodation is nestled in nature, deep within the jungle, just a 5-minute walk from the beach. It features a rustic volunteer house with shared rooms and a common area for relaxation, work, and socializing with other volunteers. Visit us: https://www.naturavivaproject.com/

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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113 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Animal Shelter

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 108 Get in touch with nature
  • 97 Meeting international travelers
  • 89 Developing environmental awareness
  • 88 Meeting locals
  • 74 Practicing Spanish
  • 64 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 102 14. Life below water
  • 60 15. Life on land
  • 34 13. Climate action
  • 19 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 12 11. Sustainable cities and communities
Hanga

Hungary

5

It was a really nice experiance to spend time with this project. The tasks were agreed ahead of the week and they were alway interesting especially as they have educational programms incuded which was really interesting as well as the hands on tasks we had to do. I would prefer to stay from longer to experiance a wider variety of the tasks as I could only stay for 10 days I felt like I was missing some really interesting programs or tasks. Alba and Manuel were helpfull if needed and they were super chill and funny to be around and very welcoming.

1 day ago

Danielle

United States

5

This was my first Worldpacker experience, and I couldn't be happier about choosing this one! Manuel is a ray of sunshine and a wonderful cook. Alba is amazing, and shes a great leader. I couldn't have asked for better hosts. The place itself is a bit secluded and very remote, but it's got its charm. I met wonderful people along the way as well. We got to see sea turtles up close! It was so cool. The beach is very nice, and the hours are very reasonable. Personally, I had a hard time dealing with the heat and humidity, but that's just me. Overall, I'd definitely recommend.

3 months ago

Emilie

Germany

5

I spontaneously volunteered for the Naturaviva project, founded by Alba and Manuel, two former acotpor members.
The work was super exciting and varied, and the people there were so friendly—I already miss it!

9 months ago

Francesco

Croatia

5

Volunteering at ACOTPRO was truly amazing and special experience, the place itself is in a very special location and helping with the turtles is nice, also the other volunteers and locals were all amazing people and it was fun socializing, and connecting with the nature (lots of animals around camp). Camp needs some maintenance, and the room doesn't have a floor what is kinda a problem but overall it's is a really good place and would recommend this volunteering experience to everyone.

11 months ago

Valentina

Croatia

5

Beautiful place in nature where you can meet new people and get in touch with local culture. I only wish host was more involved( you wont get to do stuff if you dont ask them few times.) All tasks were easy and a lot of free days.

11 months ago

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