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Parrot Rescue and Release Project - Costa Rica

  • North America, Costa Rica, Puerto Jimenez
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  • Duration : 1 to 24 Weeks

Program Highlights

  • Live and work at a research station in the middle of Costa Rican.
  • Spot unique Costa Rican birdlife in the 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 neo-tropical birds.
  • Learn about gaining real field experience.

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This program is ideal for

Volunteers who have a deep appreciation for nature and the role of birds in ecological systems will be rescuing and protecting these essential creatures. We know that birds play a critical role in maintaining balance in natural systems and that their conservation is essential for the health of our planet. 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 the Parrot Rescue and Release Project on the scenic Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. Help rescue, rehabilitate, and release parrots while supporting a worthy cause. Learn more about volunteering opportunities today.

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and looking for a meaningful volunteering opportunity in Costa Rica? Join the Parrot Rescue and Release Project on the breathtaking Osa Peninsula, founded by Chris, a dedicated New Zealand-born conservationist with a deep commitment to Costa Rica's avian inhabitants.

Our goal is straightforward: we aim to rescue, rehabilitate, and release parrots and other birds requiring assistance. Thanks to the invaluable support of generous donors and dedicated volunteers, we are in the process of constructing a cutting-edge parrot center right on our property. Our extended plan involves facility expansion, including additional aviaries, comfortable on-site volunteer accommodations, and the establishment of a specialized clinic for prompt care of ailing birds.

At the Parrot Rescue and Release Project, we are not only focused on rescue and rehabilitation but also actively engaged in breeding programs. These programs use birds that were once kept as pets and would struggle to survive in the wild. Their offspring, however, offers hope for the restoration of wild populations affected by poaching and deforestation. We specialize in nurturing these chicks in captivity, preparing them meticulously for their eventual release into the wild.

As a volunteer, your contribution is pivotal to our conservation initiatives. Your responsibilities will encompass gathering and preparing bird sustenance, aiding in the feeding of our avian companions, collecting essential monitoring information regarding both captive and wild birds, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our aviaries, and actively participating in diverse construction projects aimed at improving our facilities.

Join us in this inspiring journey to protect and preserve Costa Rica's vibrant birdlife. Your helping hands and dedication can make a real difference. Be part of the Parrot Rescue and Release Project and experience the satisfaction of contributing to the well-being of these magnificent creatures.

Become a volunteer today and support the Parrot Rescue and Release Project in Costa Rica. Together, we can make a positive impact on the future of parrots and other birds in this stunning region.

Throughout the workshop there will be days free to enjoy the Osa Peninsula and Costa Rica. There are plenty of activities to do around the Puerto Jimenez area, and the Osa Peninsula. It is important to plan ahead for some activities. Hence we have a list of activities here so that you know what to prepare for:

  • Kayaking: Kayaks are for rent in Puerto Jimenez town from $20. It’s possible to go out afternoons after the course is over (around 4pm) for a sunset kayak cruise. You can hire a guide as well to take you through the Mangroves (highly recommended).
  • Bike riding to Playa Preciosa: Bikes are available for rent in Puerto Jimenez town from around $10. You can take a bike and cruise around 45 minutes to a beautiful picture perfect beach with a several kilometer long beach. Perfect for an afternoon or day excursion on your own.
  • Horseback Riding: Horses are for rent in Puerto Jimenez town for around $40 per horse. The guide charges another $40 to join you and show you around.
  • Dolphin and Whale watching tour: Typically we organize a group dolphin and whale watching tour for the entire group (or whoever wants to join). Costs are approximately $50 per person. The tour starts around 7:30am and goes until around 1:30pm. This tour is perfect for a whole day off (Saturday or Sunday).
  • Tour to a Chocolate Making Farm: There is a chocolate farm close to Puerto Jimenez. A tour typically costs around $70 per person, includes transport and chocolate tasting! You will learn everything there is to know about chocolate making!
  • Butterfly farm: The butterfly farm offers night walks to see frogs, crocodiles, snakes and other night active animals. They also offer day tours around the butterfly farm and teach you about the conservation work they do.
  • Hike to a Waterfall: To go for a waterfall hike cost around $20 per person for transport and a guide. They’ll take you for a beautiful walk where you see lots of monkeys and animals, and arrive at a beautiful waterfall where you can go for a swim. This tour is around half a day starting from around 7:30am – 2pm.
  • Surfing in Matapalo: Matapalo is one of the best surf spots around the country. Surf boards are for rent from $20 for experienced surfers, and lessons for beginners starts at around $55 per person. You’ll get a lesson from an experienced surf instructor in small groups (around 3 people per group) and you’re almost guaranteed to stand up !
  • Surfing in Pavones: Pavones is one of the longest left-breaking waves in the world, and is just across the Golfo Dulce. If participants are interested, we can organize a trip to Pavones by boat to go surfing. The cost will depend on how many participants are into going, but may be around $50 per person.
  • Hike to Corcovado National Park: Hikes to Corcovado National Park have to be planned a little further in advance, since park permits are limited. You need a guide to join you for this hike. Costs start from around $140 for a day tour including transport. There is also an option to stay overnight in the park, which would be a bit more expensive (around $250) but a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You would sleep in world famous La Sirena Ranger Station in the middle of the jungle.

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