The Rush of the Jungle

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Embark on the adventure of a lifetime in this rich, remote paradise.

Elusive jaguars. Prehistoric sea turtles. Flamboyant birdlife. Join one of our Costa Rica wildlife volunteer programs in Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve and find yourself immersed in a tropical terrain teeming with life, opportunity and excitement – and help protect it against the threats of habitat loss.

Critical science

Critical science

You'll contribute to vital conservation research targeted at protecting the earth's most valuable ecosystems.
Ethical engagement

Ethical engagement

Using the UN's SDGs as a framework, we've made a commitment to positive, constructive and sustainable impact.
Beautiful adventures

Beautiful adventures

You'll spend your days exploring some of the world's most breathtaking, exhilarating and remote wildernesses.

Costa Rica volunteer projects

Everyone’s invited. Get up to 80% of your program fees covered.

GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to GBP 5,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 31 Oct.

Included in your program, at no extra cost

Make the most of our unique programs with these exclusively curated local adventure and wellness experiences.

Offered once a month, expand your adventure with GVI Experiences. These are just some of the activities offered on your program!
Cook traditional cuisine with local experts.
Cook traditional cuisine with local experts.
Go on a waterfall hike.
Go on a waterfall hike.
Take part in moth or butterfly trapping.
Take part in moth or butterfly trapping.
Witness the natural spectacle of daybreak.
Witness the natural spectacle of daybreak.
Watch a Costa Rican sunset from the rainforest.
Watch a Costa Rican sunset from the rainforest.
Stargaze from a jungle tower.
Stargaze from a jungle tower.
Develop your wildlife photography skills.
Develop your wildlife photography skills.
Yoga in the rainforest.
Yoga in the rainforest.