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Help us monitor the birdlife of Drake Bay lagoon

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The experience

Our camp is located in the middle of nature, 50 meters from the sea and 150 meters from a lagoon where you can find a large number of species: spider, capuchin and howler monkeys, iguanas, coaties, raccoons, a multitude of bird species, etc.
Our work consists of monitoring the birdlife of the lagoon with the intention of promoting the conservation of the species that live there, studying their behavior and evaluating human impact.

What you offer

15 hours of help per week

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 26 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities

Description: Los voluntarios pagaran una cuota de 26$ por noche para cubrir gastos de alimentación, generador eléctrico, limpieza, mantenimiento etc.

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The birdlife monitoring program in the lagoon and surrounding areas offers volunteers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the conservation of biodiversity in one of the richest regions in flora and fauna of Costa Rica. Volunteers will contribute to the study and protection of local and migratory bird species in the ecosystem.
The data collected helps to better understand animal populations, migration patterns and the threats they face, allowing effective conservation strategies to be developed.

Program objectives:
- Record bird species and their behavior.
- Monitor migration and reproduction patterns.
- Contribute to scientific databases.
- Raise awareness in the local community about conservation.
- Restore and protect natural habitats.

Volunteer activities:
- Observation and counting of birds in different points of the lagoon.
- Use of field guides and applications for species identification.
- Daily data recording.
- Support in environmental education workshops with the community.
- Maintenance of trails and natural habitats.

What does the program include?
- Accommodation in a natural environment.
- 3 meals a day.
- 2 hours of electricity daily (WIFI is not included)
- Training in bird monitoring and conservation.
- Free time to explore the area and enjoy the biodiversity

Activities & Shift

The volunteer will work three hours a day from Monday to Friday. Having free weekends to take excursions in the area, relax on the beach, take tours to Corcovado National Park or Caño Island, etc.
In addition to birdlife monitoring, the activities also include reforestation activities, habitat cleaning, plastic collection on beaches, camp maintenance and cleaning, and area maintenance.

Rules

The only days we receive volunteers are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

It is important that the volunteer bring:
- Binoculars
- Flashlight
- Mosquito net
- Insect repellent.

Volunteer requirements:
- Passion for nature and conservation.
- Respect for the environment and the community.
- Desire to learn and work as a team.
- Previous experience is not required but is welcome.