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Costa Rica – 4 Weeks Learn Spanish, Surf, Turtle- & Animal Conservation

A 4 Week Travel Adventure

This unique trip includes a week at an animal sanctuary, followed by a week at a turtle sanctuary. While these weeks can be intense, they will provide you with a unique and rewarding experience. The program continues with a visit to the Jakera Jungle Surf Camp, where you’ll have the opportunity to take surfing classes and learn Spanish. With its stunning location and experienced instructors, the camp provides an ideal setting to learn new skills and connect with like-minded individuals. Through this program, you will have the chance to engage with animals, contribute to conservation efforts, and develop language and surfing abilities in a beautiful and unique environment.

$2,930.00

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Whats included?

  • 28 Days in a Shared room
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • Brunch on Weekends
  • 20 Spanish Lessons
  • 8 Surf Classes or 16 Yoga Classes
  • 4 guided hikes to explore the surroundings
  • 6-7 Volunteering and staying at a Turtle Sanctuary (all 3 meals included)
  • 6- 7 days Volunteering and staying at a Animal Sanctuary (all 3 meals included)
  • All described activities in the program
  • 24/7 Jakera Staff support

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COSTA RICA Surfing, Turtle Conservation & Animal Conservation

Spanish Course, Surfing, Turtle Conservation, Volunteering, Animal Conservation and Adventure

LEARN SPANISH, HELP NATURE ANIMALS AND TURTLES AND LEARN HOW TO SURF OR DO YOGA

A week at an animal sanctuary, followed by a week at a turtle sanctuary. While these weeks can be intense, they will provide you with a unique and rewarding experience. The program continues with a visit to the Jakera Jungla Surf Camp, where you’ll have the opportunity to take surfing or yoga classes and learn Spanish. With its stunning location and experienced instructors, the camp provides an ideal setting to learn new skills and connect with like-minded individuals. Through this program, you will have the chance to engage with animals, contribute to conservation efforts, and develop language and surfing abilities in a beautiful and unique environment.

SCHEDULE

To ensure you have enough time to arrive at the Sanctuary on Sunday, we recommend booking your flight for arrival on Saturday. Please note that the night from Saturday to Sunday is not included in your booking, so we suggest booking our Arrival Package to ensure a comfortable and stress-free experience. Please consult with us which day is better to arrive depending on group sizes.

WEEK 1

NATUWA - Animal Conservation

MON - SUN

Breakfast

We will pick you up and bring you to the Animal Sanctuary. Upon arrival we will get in touch with you to coordinate.

Natuwa Costa Rica is a non-profit organization dedicated to animal conservation and education. It is located in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica and works to protect and rehabilitate native wildlife species, such as scarlet macaws, toucans, sloths, monkeys, and others.

As a volunteer at Natuwa, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced staff members and participate in various conservation activities. These may include animal care, habitat restoration, educational programs, research projects, and more.

Volunteers can also learn about the unique flora and fauna of Costa Rica and its importance in the local ecosystem. The organization provides accommodations and meals for volunteers, and no prior experience is necessary to participate.

By volunteering with Natuwa, you will have the chance to make a meaningful contribution to animal conservation efforts while experiencing the natural beauty of Costa Rica.

Daily Tasks:

  • Animal feeding.
  • Cleaning enclosures.
  • Assisting animals in case of emergency.
  • Participate in efforts to rehabilitate and release animals.
  • Planting trees.
  • Assisting in giving tours of the sanctuary.
  • Maintenance of animal enclosures and property.
  • Constructing organic structures for the animals.
  • Participate in the environmental enrichment of all types of animals.
  • Agricultural production (for volunteers and animals).
  • Cleaning under animal feeding stations.
  • Providing water to animals.
  • Washing enclosure floors.
  • Sanctuary maintenance.
  • Feeding baby animals.
  • Providing fresh-cut grass to our herbivores.
  • And anything else that needs to be done!
Lunch & Dinner included
Learn more about Natuwa

After your week at the turtle conservation, you will join a group to the Turtle Sanctuary. We will coordinate all the transport for you.

WEEK 2

CIRENAS - Turtle Conservation

MON - SUN

Breakfast

After being picked up at Natuwa, you will join another group. Your first group effort will be to manage a short hike (about one hour along the beach) to reach Cirenas. You don’t need to carry your luggage, so don’t worry about that.

During your stay, you will spend 4 to 7 days at Cirenas, where you’ll have the opportunity to participate in turtle conservation, permaculture, reforestation, and ecosystem protection activities.

During the high season (August to January), the focus will be on turtle conservation. You will have the chance to protect the eggs and hatchlings of Olive Ridley, Black Turtle, Hawksbill, and Leatherback species that visit local semi-intensive nesting beaches at night to nest. The primary objective of the project is to safeguard adult female turtles that frequent the beaches along this coastline and their nests from human predators, natural events such as beach erosion, and flooding due to high amounts of rainfall during nesting season.

Please note that depending on the season, you may work more in other sectors than turtle conservation, but all the work is essential to the project’s overall success.

All three meals are included during your stay at Cirenas. Back at camp, breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Lunch & Dinner included
Learn more about Activities in Cirenas

WEEK 3

SANTA TERESA - Spanish - Surfing - Yoga

MON

Breakfast

Spanish assestm. exam and first Spanish Lesson

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

TUE

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

WED

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Hike to the Rockpools

THU

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

FRI

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

WEEKEND

Brunch

Waterfall Tour*

Extra Surf or Yoga Classes*

 

WEEK 4

SANTA TERESA - Spanish - Surfing - Yoga

MON

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

TUE

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

WED

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Hike to Jakera Jungle

THU

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

FRI

Breakfast

Spanish Classes

Lunch

Surfing or Yoga

SATURDAY

Brunch

Departure

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

Arrival Day

After spending a night in San Jose (if arriving from overseas) On sunday, you will get to the camp around midday and we’ll kick off your program on Sunday with a comprehensive orientation session to familiarize you with the camp rules and your program itinerary. Afterward, we’ll take you on a walking tour of the town, highlighting key areas such as ATMs, supermarkets, shopping areas, and beach access points to ensure you feel confident navigating your new surroundings

“During the week, your package includes breakfast and lunch at the camp. For your convenience, we offer 3 to 4 affordable dinners per week, featuring themed events such as pizza night, Mexican night, BBQ, and more. If you prefer to dine out or cook your own meals, there is a student kitchen available, although please note that it may not always be accessible. Fortunately, there are many fantastic restaurants in town to suit all budgets, ensuring you have a wide range of dining options during your stay.

Cirenas

for the days at Cirenas, all 3 meals are included. 

Animal Conservation

for the days at Natuwa, all 3 meals are included. 

Breakfast included. some Lunches included some not (see schedule)

Week 3&4)From Monday to Friday, you’ll have the opportunity to attend two 45-minute Spanish lessons per day (usually at 09:00-11:00, subject to change based on surf conditions). Our lessons are delivered by licensed and accredited teachers, and on your first day, you’ll take a short test to determine your proficiency level and learning objectives. With classes tailored to suit all levels, from beginner to advanced, you’ll have the chance to interact and immerse yourself in the local community while enjoying your time in a Spanish-speaking country

(Week 3&4)Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, you have the option to participate in either surfing or yoga lessons. Our professional surf instructor will guide you through the basics and help take your skills to the next level, all while ensuring your safety by teaching you about local issues such as rip tides. Surfboards are provided for the approximately two-hour lessons, and additional lessons and board rentals are available upon request.

During the times when surf activities are scheduled, you can choose to participate in professional yoga instruction instead. We offer a variety of yoga styles to try during your stay with us, with each class lasting between 60 to 90 minutes. You can attend up to eight classes in the first two weeks. Yoga helps promote mental balance and body control, allowing you to relax and fully enjoy your journey in Costa Rica. Experience the calming mantras and discover a new way to connect with your body and nature by practicing yoga and embracing the pura vida lifestyle.

The first excursion is a 2-hour ‘jungle river trek’ along the river that runs by Jakera Jungle Surf Camp and into the lush tropical forest that surrounds us. As you walk, you’ll find yourself immersed in the stunning surroundings, with a diverse range of flora including trees with specific medicinal applications. The hike helps us understand the beauty of this truly diverse location and how the whole ecosystem works.

The second Wednesday, we hike along the beach to the rock pools exposed by the low tide. Here, you’ll discover the multitude of sea life that lives in the pools and have the opportunity to take a relaxing dip in the warm waters.

Your volunteering sessions at Natuwa Costa Rica can last anywhere from two to four hours, depending on the project and schedule. The organization is active in a variety of volunteer areas: https://www.jakera.com/turtle-volunteer-projects/

During your stay, you will spend 4 to 7 days at Natuwa, where you’ll have the opportunity to participate in animal conservation, permaculture, reforestation, and ecosystem protection activities.

All three meals are included during your stay at Natuwa.

  • Animal feeding.
  • Cleaning enclosures.
  • Assisting animals in case of emergency.
  • Participate in efforts to rehabilitate and release animals.
  • Planting trees.
  • Assisting in giving tours of the sanctuary.
  • Maintenance of animal enclosures and property.
  • Constructing organic structures for the animals.
  • Participate in the environmental enrichment of all types of animals.
  • Agricultural production (for volunteers and animals).
  • Cleaning under animal feeding stations.
  • Providing water to animals.
  • Washing enclosure floors.
  • Sanctuary maintenance.
  • Feeding baby animals.
  • Providing fresh-cut grass to our herbivores.
  • And anything else that needs to be done!

During your stay, you will spend 4 to 7 days at Cirenas, where you’ll have the opportunity to participate in turtle conservation, permaculture, reforestation, and ecosystem protection activities.

During the high season (August to January), the focus will be on turtle conservation. You will have the chance to protect the eggs and hatchlings of Olive Ridley, Black Turtle, Hawksbill, and Leatherback species that visit local semi-intensive nesting beaches at night to nest. The primary objective of the project is to safeguard adult female turtles that frequent the beaches along this coastline and their nests from human predators, natural events such as beach erosion, and flooding due to high amounts of rainfall during nesting season.

Please note that depending on the season, you may work more in other sectors than turtle conservation, but all the work is essential to the project’s overall success.

All three meals are included during your stay at Cirenas. Back at camp, breakfast and lunch will be provided.

EXTRA ACTIVITIES on Weekends

An additional Yoga Class can be purchased for 16$. 

An additional Surf Classes can be purchased for 60$ each

Full Day Waterfall Trip for 50$. 

Full Day Isla Tortugas Snorkelling Adventure for about 75$.

We offer a variety of activities for you to enjoy, including:

  • Zipline
  • Trapiche Tours
  • Horseback Riding
  • Bungee Jumping
  • And more!

Please note that there is a surcharge of $50 to $85 for these activities. You can choose to participate in any of these activities in addition to the included program activities.

The last week is a bit more relaxed and you will have the chance to do stuff you like during your free time (see schedule). All the mentionned activities are included. 

Reviews

best time ever!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
June 1, 2023

i had an amazing time at Jakera, the accommodation was great and the staff were so lovely, welcoming and kind, especially the fabulous Kirsten and Elinor!! such an amazing place, made amazing by the people that work there. thank you all so much for an incredible experience.

lara weeks

Lovely place and great atmosphere

Rated 5.0 out of 5
May 29, 2023

Such a great way to meet new people. The food is amazing and the rooms are clean and modern. The atmosphere is fun and friendly and i have always felt comfortable.

Aimee

Loved it

Rated 4.0 out of 5
May 11, 2023

Made so many awesome friends and the group leaders are amazing as well! Sometimes there were problems but everyone tried their best to fix them asap, really feel like I got my moneys worth! However I would say that it might be nice to be notified in advance about the prices of the activities, because i would have no idea that those would be an extra 350€, so maybe if all the activities were listed somewhere in an email with corresponding prices, people can prepare for that

Madelien

Itinerary

Rated 4.0 out of 5
April 27, 2023

I think I spend too little time in Santa Teresa. I only went out three times in the whole trip, wish there were more opportunities.

Sarah

Response from Jakera Adventure

Hi Sarah, thank you for your feedback. Could you please clarify your comments? Are you suggesting improvements to the itinerary or are you referring to your own free time?

The leap

Rated 5.0 out of 5
April 24, 2023

Really delicious food and community vibe here

Holly Davies
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JAKERA CAMP - Jakera has established a "jungle surf camp" on the Nicoya Peninsula, located on Costa Rica's northwest Pacific coast where they've created a jungle paradise complete with a swimming pool overlooked by a rich tropical forest teeming with wildlife, including capuchin and howler monkeys. 

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