Eco-Agriculture Volunteer Program in Costa Rica!

Eco-Agriculture Volunteer in Costa Rica (Coffee Farming)

Unfortunately, a lot of local coffee farmers are not using sustainable or organic practices, which leads to soil erosion, habitat destruction, and loss of native species. In a tiny country that is home to a large percentage of the world’s biodiversity, unsustainable farming practices can have a major negative impact on the environment.

You can help, learn, and promote sustainable farming by volunteering at a coffee farm in Costa Rica. You’ll work in the beautiful Monteverde Cloud Forest or Brunca region of the Talamanca Mountains and contribute to developing ecological models of coffee production that local farmers can use to help preserve the natural environment.

Do you want to share your passion for sustainability and help the environment? Contact Global Crossroad today to learn more about our eco-agriculture program in Costa Rica!

Skills and Qualifications

There are no specific qualifications required to join this unique program, you only need to be passionate about sustainable farming. You will need to be in good physical shape as there is a lot of physical labor involved. You’ll be working in the sun, squatting, standing, lifting, and planting. Be ready to get your hands dirty and dig in wherever it’s needed!

You’ll need to be 18 years of age to volunteer. Volunteers who are at least 16 years old can also volunteer on their own but with parental consent and those below the age of 16 years old need to be accompanied by their parent, guardian or faculty leader if they wish to volunteer.

You won’t need to speak Spanish to join the coffee farm volunteer opportunity in Costa Rica, but it will certainly enrich your time abroad if you can speak a little of the local language. If you want to learn Spanish or improve your skills, we highly recommend you enroll in our Spanish Immersion classes. We offer them while you volunteer, so it’s super convenient for you and a great opportunity!

Fees & Program Dates

Program Dates

Global Crossroads volunteer programs begin every Monday year-round. We allow flexibility if you have travel constraints. Volunteers can join our programs from 1 week up to 12 weeks.

Fees

Global Crossroad is committed to offering the most affordable and high quality Costa Rica volunteer trips. We strive to keep our costs low. The humanitarian side of the business is our passion.

Global Crossroad volunteer opportunity in San Jose, Costa Rica application and registration fee costs US $299. The application fee covers the cost of advertising, program promotion, and office expenses (rent, utilities, and staff salaries in the USA office).

In addition to the application fee, you are required to pay a weekly program fee. You will pay your weekly fee directly to your host family and project (via the country coordinator). This way, the fees that you pay will benefit those who rightfully deserve them, and are not for company profit.

Volunteer Program Fees (US$)

The Costa Rica volunteer program fees cover expenses from the first day of your program to the last day of your program. If you arrive before the first day of the program or you decide you stay beyond your program’s last day, you will be responsible for any additional expenses.

Volunteer Coffee Farm Costa Rica: FAQs

You’re probably asking yourself a few questions, so we’ve taken the time to put together this list of helpful information to give you the answers you need:

Arrival and Departure

You’ll fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose, Costa Rica. Your airport pickup is included in your volunteer fee, and we’ll have someone waiting for you when you land who will take you safely to your accommodations.

When you complete your project, you will need to arrange your own departure transportation as it is not included in your volunteer fee. Just speak to the local project staff if you need advice on booking a taxi to the airport.

Visa

You may be eligible for a visa stamp upon your arrival at the airport in San Jose. However, do your research to learn the requirements for your home country before heading out on your Costa Rica coffee farming volunteer experience.

Most volunteers will be eligible for a 90-day tourist visa. You should know you will need to provide proof of onward travel. If you have a round trip ticket, this will serve as all the proof you need. Research the visa requirements at the official Immigration site of Costa Rica:

Vaccination

No one wants to get sick while they travel abroad, so protect yourself by getting vaccinated before you go. Make an appointment with your doctor a few weeks before traveling to get up to date.

You should be up to date on your routine vaccines, as well as Hepatitis A & B and Typhoid. You can also find information on the CDC website.

Why volunteer at a coffee farm in Costa Rica?

Dig your hands into the rich mountain soil

If gardening and farming are your passions, this is the perfect project for you! This is a very hands-on experience, and you’ll be getting down and dirty digging your hands right into the soil to help make things grow. Grab a shovel and dig in!

Learn sustainable farming practices

If you’re looking to learn how to farm or garden without pesticides, and using sustainable and ecological practices, volunteering at a coffee farm in Costa Rica is your chance! Gain hands-on experience with organic practices you can take back home and use throughout the rest of your life!

Promote a more sustainable coffee industry

Coffee is king in Costa Rica, with the government calendar still following the harvest season. A lot of beans are produced each year, and it is incredibly important that future production starts moving to a more ecological model in order to stay sustainable and not damage the ecosystem. Be part of the change that brings this about!

Travel and make a difference

Travel to the beautiful country of Costa Rica and experience this exciting destination while doing your part to make the world a better place. This year, take a vacation that makes a difference.

Contact Global Crossroad today to learn more volunteering at an organic coffee farm!

Other Volunteer Opportunities Available in Costa Rica:

No matter your passion or interests, we offer a variety of life-changing, volunteer programs in Costa Rica such as
Underprivileged children,
Medical,
Teaching english,
Construction and much more. 

For more information on our exciting programs in Costa Rica, contact us today.

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