Volunteer Visions

Volunteer Visions is a company located in Samara, Costa Rica that specializes in connecting prospective volunteers with programs internationally. The programs are designed for individuals seeking a gap year, career break, adventure travel, cultural exploration, and alternative vacations. Volunteer Vision's projects are aimed at identifying areas in need and using direct voluntary action to create self-sustainable communities.Projects range in nature from Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica to teaching in a School for the blind in Vietnam.

Program Mission

The company has four definitive goals:

• To connect those with the ability and desire to help with the opportunity to do so;
• To help create a cultural exchange that expands the worlds of all involved;
• To offer the programs at a level affordable enough for anyone to take part;
• To support the creation of sustainable communities in an expanding global market

Program Information

Volunteer Visions works with governments, schools, non-profits, and local organizations in the areas of education, health, HIV/AIDS, community and urban development, sustainable agriculture, and wildlife conservation.

Currently more than 40 programs are offered in 10 countries:

• Costa Rica
• Bolivia
• Ecuador
• Peru
• China
• India
• Vietnam
• Kenya
• Ghana
• Thailand

The cost for a trip varies depending upon the location and length of stay. Included in the price are:

• Food
• Home stay or dorm accommodation
• Pre-departure Information (which includes visa info, vaccinations, packing list, etc.)
• Arrival pick up
• Skilled and knowledgeable onsite coordinator
• 24/7 emergency assistance and onsite support
• Safety and Health tips
• On-site orientation
• Social and cultural activities and excursions