Join International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, and support the Holiday Experience Volunteer Project in Costa Rica.

On this program, you will spend the Christmas and New Year season while also contributing towards important community initiatives. Volunteers will help out with community celebrations for children and the elderly, beautify community spaces and enjoy having free time to soak in San José’s vibrant atmosphere on public holidays.

In San José volunteers are accommodated in homestays with local families - it’s an immersive experience that connects you with an authentic insight into the Costa Rican way of life. You will find living conditions are comfortable and you can expect your accommodation to have electricity, drinkable running water and western bathrooms.

The program is only available the weeks of Christmas and New Years.

This program ranges from 1-2 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available on our website.
 
The holiday period in Costa Rica is vibrant, colorful and exciting. This special project is designed to help volunteers enjoy the festive season while pitching in with valuable community initiatives. Many projects are closed at this time of year, but this provides an inspiring way to still do something meaningful and contribute to the local community.

As a Holiday Experience volunteer, you’ll assist in a number of tasks, such as working with children and elderly, coordinating holiday celebrations for locals, and cleaning and renovating community centers.
IVHQ’s Costa Rica programs starting on Mondays.

IVHQ provides the most affordable and top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on our website.

You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.

Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.

Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.

Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.

• Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 2 weeks.
• Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
• Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.

Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.