Travel to Costa Rica and make a difference in a subject area you are passionate about! Choose from program themes ranging from Public Health and Medicine to Animal and Wildlife Conservation to Language Immersion and everything in between. GLA's 2024 offerings include:
- Veterinary Service Adventure
- Marine Conservation & Sea Turtle Expedition™
- Ocean Conservation & Surf Adventure™
- Beachside Service Adventure
- Sea Turtle Initiative™
- Spanish Service Adventure
- Surf, Sports & Sustainability ™
- The Initiative for Children ™
- Spring Break Service Adventure
- Medicine & Healthcare Discovery
Costa Rica is known for its serene tropical surroundings and leading efforts in ecological conservation. Plus, it comprises five percent of the world's biodiversity, making it Central America’s "crown jewel" and an unbeatable location for natural and cultural exploration.
Explore the country’s diverse natural surroundings by joining any of GLA's service opportunities and working alongside local communities. Make the most of your time in this breathtaking region of the world by ziplining through jungle canopies, discovering hidden waterfalls, or riding the waves of the Pacific.
Program Highlights
Explore Costa Rica and discover where the Atlantic and Pacific ecosystems meet.
Carry out volunteering activities alongside experts or people from local communities.
Engage in exhilarating activities, from ziplining through lush valleys to whitewater rafting!
Spend time on Costa Rica's relaxing beaches.
Learn more about Tico culture through dance or cooking classes, arts workshops, and from our dedicated local staff.
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