Destination Guides:Costa Rica
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Volunteering in Costa Rica
Costa Rica, a land of lush flora, dense jungles, rocky peninsulas and stunning wildlife, has an immense variety of landscapes nestled between its Caribbean warm waters and Pacific white sand beaches. The enduring natural beauty and rich biodiversity found in a country in which over 25% of the territory is composed of protected forests and reserves impresses all who volunteer here.
Trek through million-year old rainforests, surf epic breaks, climb to watch spectacular night time volcano eruptions, spot leatherback turtles laying their eggs, raft down whitewater rapids or just relax enjoying rural life with friendly tico. Whatever your passion, Costa Rica is a tropical paradise of awe-inspiring scenery and exciting activity, with a nation whose ideology is to enjoy a peaceful hassle-free life surrounded by nature and friends - summed up in the ubiquitous mantra Pura Vida!
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