Flight for Lives: Costa Rica's Bird Conservation Program

North America, Costa Rica, Port Elizabeth
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Dauer : 1 to 12 Weeks

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Program Highlights

Live and work at a research station in the middle of Costa Rican.
Spot unique Costa Rican birdlife in the Puerto Jimenez, Osa Peninsula, while contributing to their protection and that of their habitat.
Observe Costa Rican wildlife species in their natural habitats, including tropical birds, and neotropical birds.
Learn about gaining real field experience.

UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

This program is ideal for

Volunteers who realise the contribution of birds in sustaining healthy ecosystems as they controll insects and rodents, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. If you are someone who can take care the newborn birds with gentleness then you can be an ideal person to volunteer for this project. As your tasks will vary based on various factors, you should be open to helping out in any kind of activity that is prioritised while you’re there.

Join our Bird Conservation Project in Costa Rica as a volunteer and help protect the unique bird species and their habitats. Contribute to ongoing research, education, and conservation efforts, and gain valuable experience in ornithology and environmental preservation.

Introduction: Looking for an exciting volunteer opportunity in Costa Rica? Flight for Lives presents the Bird Conservation Project, a registered 501-C3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the avian wonders of the Osa Peninsula. Join us in our mission to safeguard these beautiful creatures and their natural habitats through research and education.

Why Volunteer with Flight for Lives: Costa Rica's Bird Conservation Program?

Make a Difference in Bird Conservation: Your role as a volunteer is pivotal in our continuous bird research efforts, enabling us to collect essential data for the preservation of these magnificent creatures.
Educate and Inspire: Share your enthusiasm for birds with both children and adults, nurturing a deeper understanding and reverence for the significance of bird conservation.
Event Planning: Contribute to planning and organizing activities and events centered around bird conservation, engaging the community in our cause.
Office-Based Tasks: Utilize your skills and your laptop to assist with website content creation, Facebook and social media posting, data entry and analysis, and fundraising initiatives.
Species Identification: Enhance your knowledge of Costa Rica's diverse bird species and learn to identify them, gaining valuable insights into the region's avian biodiversity.

Flexible Tasks for Every Season

The activities at our Bird Conservation Project vary from season to season, ensuring that your experience remains dynamic and engaging. To discover the specific tasks available during your preferred volunteer period, contact Green Life Volunteers, our partner organization. They will provide you with the latest information on how you can contribute to our bird conservation efforts.

Join Flight for Lives: Costa Rica's Bird Conservation Program today and be a part of a meaningful initiative that safeguards these remarkable avian species. Together, we can make a real difference in the world of bird conservation.

1 weeks	$400	Equivalent to $57/day
2 weeks	$619	Equivalent to $44/day
3 weeks	$838	Equivalent to $40/day
4 weeks	$1057	Equivalent to $38/day
5 weeks	$1276	Equivalent to $36/day
6 weeks	$1495	Equivalent to $36/day
7 weeks	$1714	Equivalent to $35/day
8 weeks	$1933	Equivalent to $35/day
9 weeks	$2152	Equivalent to $34/day
10 weeks	$2371	Equivalent to $34/day
11 weeks	$2590	Equivalent to $34/day
12 weeks	$2809	Equivalent to $33/day

What's included

Accommodation
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Pre-departure support from your Program Manager

Important things to note

Cost Note

The costs for this project are:

First week’s fee: $US 400
Every Additional Week: $US 219 (It does not matter many weeks you choose, this fee stays the same)

FEES EXPLAINED:

Our organizational fee of around $249 is included in the first week’s fee and covers the “behind the scenes costs”, such as staff salaries, office space rental, transaction and bank fees, and more. Our weekly fee for additional weeks covers the costs of your host family or project accommodation and food, the local staff on your project, and a donation to help with the daily running costs of the program you will help on.

Please note that the above-shown program fees are estimated. Green Life Volunteers will let you know about the final price during your application process.

Deposit (15%)

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment (85%)

Your final payment will be agreed with Green Life Volunteers during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Everything’s native.

We connect you with the most local organizations for volunteering experiences submerged in different ways of life and meaningful work for the local ecosystems.

We’ve always got your back.

You can be assured that no matter what happens, we’re always there for you only a message or call away.

Refunds are guaranteed.

We give you a 100% refund if your volunteer organisation cancels your program.

Freedom to Flex.

You’ve changed your mind? No worries. No extra costs for changing your reservations.

Our services are free of charge.

Our partner organisations only ever charge you for basic utilities and resources like food, transportation, accommodation, or crucial training sessions that may require hiring professionals. And we do not charge you anything at all!

Important Things to Note

All programs attract a Registration Deposit Fee of 15% of the program cost in addition to the main program fee. This fee is refundable in the event of your booking cancellation by our partner organisation.
A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and for returning to the airport when your program finishes.
Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Costa Rica generally find US$100 - US$150 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

Cancellation Policy

100% refund of program cost if you cancel at least 14 days prior to check-in.

50% refund of program cost if you cancel between or less than 14 days prior to check-in.

No refund upon no-show or early departure from the program.

100% refund

100% refund of amount paid if you cancel at least-in14days before check

50% refund

50% refund of amount paid (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least15days before check-in

No refund

No refund if you cancel less than 30days before check-in.

Reschedule Program Date

You can reschedule up to 7days prior to the arrival date your booking free of charge

Reschedule or switch programs anytime free of cost. Our Felx Option covers it!

Yes

Are you eligible to volunteer?

Submit a free application so we can confirm your eligibility and check availability for your preferred dates.

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: Pay a 15% deposit fee to secure your place at the volunteer program.
: That’s it! Get ready to volunteer aboard. We’ll support you every step of the way!

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Flight for Lives: Costa Rica's Bird Conservation Program

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Program Highlights

UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

This program is ideal for

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Yes, volunteers are required to have educational qualifications

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What's included

Important things to note

Cost Note

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Reschedule Program Date

Reschedule or switch programs anytime free of cost. Our Felx Option covers it!

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