Teaching and Community Development in Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica’s rich culture while supporting English education and community development initiatives.

Durations: 2 - 12 weeks
Fieldwork hours35 hrs of fieldwork per week
Participant ratio1:6 staff to participant ratio
GVI experiencesIncludes GVI Experiences
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Program information

Journey to Costa Rica and experience the meaning of “pura vida” – the pure life. Alongside passionate changemakers from around the world, you’ll support English education and community development initiatives in the diverse Hone Creek community, soaking up the rich local culture along the way. In your free time, explore Costa Rica’s pristine beaches and lush jungles, or visit one of the nearby national parks to spot sloths, howler monkeys and other unique wildlife.

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!
Learn to cook Costa Rican food
Go on a waterfall hike
Conversational Spanish language class
Explore Cahuita National Park
Experience Costa Rican culture
Tropical fruit tasting
Paint your own pottery souvenir
Traditional chocolate-making workshop
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