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Jaguar Conservation Program in Costa Rica
Location: Costa Rica: Tortuguero
Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Please visit the website for upcoming start dates
66 Long Wharf Suite 562 Boston, MA 02110 United States
Call Us
Phone: +1 888 653 6028
Fax: +1 617 674 2109
Description
Looking for an opportunity to become an active member of GVI's research team? This volunteer program is the best way to gain such experience and it will also take you to the heart of Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.
You will conduct tracking surveys along the tropical beach and in the heart of National Park forest. You will be searching for signs of the elusive jaguar and their prey species, which include wild boar, deer, tapir and more, as well as setting up remote cameras to try to identify individuals to help estimate abundances.
Run in conjunction with partners such as the Costa Rican Ministry of Environment and Energy, volunteers receive continuous hands-on training on all aspects of the conservation work. Opportunities exist on weekends for rainforest tours, canopy tours, visiting idyllic beaches and white water rafting.
Highlights
* Getting the chance to go on this unique adventure in a Costa Rican National Park
* Enjoying life at the research station
* Learning about the wildlife and their habitat
* Seeing unique wildlife in marine and coastal rainforest environments including remote Caribbean beaches and tropical rainforest
* Seeing endemic and protected species
* Joining the research team to undertake unique research inside a protected area
* Exploring this wonderful Central American country
Qualifications
Volunteers do not require previous experience as they will work and train alongside GVI Patrol Leaders. Volunteers should be willing to learn, over 18, physically fit, able to swim (300 m fully clothed), be enthusiastic, hardworking and sociable, and have a good sense of humour!
GVI training is second to none and will allow GVI volunteers to actively assist the research. The initial training provides volunteers with a baseline understanding of understanding to build throughout your stay. Subjects covered include survey protocols, key species identification, research techniques and health and safety.
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
From USD 1,395 for 2 weeks
Cost Include Description:
* Airport pick up and hotel drop off
* Transportation to and from site
* Accommodation
* 3 meals a day
* Orientation and training upon arrival
* Pre-departure support and discounted services
* 24 hour emergency phone
* 24 hour in country support
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Natural Resources
- Reforestation
- Research
- Volunteering
- Wildlife Surveying
Age Range
18-65 yearsThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Dormitory
- Group living
Participants Travel to Costa Rica
in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
1-2 weeksGVI's Mission Statement
Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.
Year Founded
1998
