Volunteer in Costa Rica

Community Phase

Improve access to education in indigenous communities

Raleigh Costa Rica partners with indigenous communities so Venturers can help work on projects to improve the facilities including primary and secondary schools.

For example: The Alto and Bajo Chirripó Indigenous Territory is one of the most remote areas in Costa Rica. There are low levels of school attendance, high levels of illiteracy, and high levels of poverty. One of the key barriers to culturally appropriate development is a lack of education due to poor facilities and difficult access. Venturers work on building school buildings and raising awareness activities with the community on topics like waste management and climate action.

Environmental phase

Costa Rica boasts an impressive 5% of global biodiversity and has committed to sustainable biodiversity management.

Protected areas preserving ecosystems are the foundation of its conservation efforts. Raleigh Venturers support The National System of Conservation Areas mission to protect Costa Rican biodiversity by:

Supporting park rangers and aiding in infrastructure maintenance and wildlife research within national parks and private reserves.

Collaborating with local communities to expand environmental knowledge and hold workshops on topics like waste management and reforestation.

Adventure Challenge

Led by specialist Raleigh staff and Venturer Managers, you’ll trek approximately 260 km through varying landscapes – rainforest, mountainous and rural community areas. 

Trek takes you on a journey of personal growth that will continue for the rest of your life. No matter what trekking experience you have, everyone starts and finishes trek together – come rain or shine!

Supporting one another, not giving up and sharing your achievements together will be some of the most memorable and defining moments of your Expedition.