Adventure Travel: Volunteer Adventure Program

NicaEco / Inertia Tours

1515 Padre Blvd South Padre Island, TX 78597 United States

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Phone: +1 800.821.2176

Description

Nicaragua is the new eco-destination for alternative study abroad in Central America. Tropical climate, untouched beaches, active volcanoes, and crater lakes make Nicaragua a truly beautiful location. This trip takes you to a project location where you will volunteer during the week and be provided the opportunity for travel on the weekends. This 4-week adventure will earn you 3 semester credits from our American partner university, Seattle Central Community College.

Here's a look at what your schedule will be like:

* Day 1- On Saturday you will be met at Managua airport by our on-site program staff and transferred your project site. Once there, enjoy a welcome dinner where you will be introduced to your fellow volunteers.
* Day 2 Orientation for your volunteer project.
* Day 3 to Day 29 You will be volunteering five days a week. During the free weekends we organize a variety of exciting activities and excursions to help you maximize your time in Nicaragua.
* Day 30 Travel to Managua for your return trip home.

Highlights

In cooperation with Seattle Central Community College, we have created this unique study abroad program that incorporates volunteering and exciting activities. This combination provides a hands-on learning experience every day with local Nicaraguans. The program runs five days a week, giving you the opportunity to take part in the wide variety of activities throughout Nicaragua on the weekends.

This is truly a life changing experience where you are guaranteed to walk away with in-depth knowledge of Nicaraguan culture.

Travel Types

Birdwatching
Canoeing
Climbing
Eco Tours
Ecology
Environmental Studies
Geology
Hiking
Homestay
Horseback Riding
Kayaking (River)
Kayaking (Sea)
Language Immersion
Native Culture Studies
Nature Tours
RainForest Tours
Scuba
Snorkeling
Surfing
Tours
Volunteering

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Languages

English

Cost in US$:

USD 1,612.50 (1 month)

Cost Include Description:

* Full tuition and fees for Seattle Central Community College
* Official transcript from Seattle Central Community College upon successful completion of the program (you must request it through Seattle and there is a minimal charge of USD 3.50)
* Volunteer placement, monitoring, and evaluation
* Airfare
* Airport transfers to project location and back
* Welcome dinner
* Full on-site orientation led by program director and project staff
* Accommodation throughout the program
* 3 meals a day
* 24-hour support from the NicaEco on-site staff
* 3 weekend activities/excursions (all meals, transportation and accommodations are provided on excursions)
* Bilingual guide
* Basic health and accident insurance
* Optional pre-paid cell phone rental
* Wi-fi available in some locations

Credit Available

yes

Volunteer Types

Agriculture
Animal Welfare
Biological Research
Business
Childcare/children
Community Centers
Community Development
Community Health
Community Organizing

Eco-tourism
Education
Environment
Income-generation
Natural Resources
Organic Farming
Organizational Development
Reforestation
Sea Turtle Protection

Small Business Development
Strategic Planning
Teaching
Tourism
Volunteering
Wildlife Surveying
Youth Development

Typical Volunteer

Option 1. Project Bona Fide: Sustainability and Organic Agriculture Option 2. Sea Turtle Conservation at Chacocente Nature Reserve (offered during the last two sessions only) Option 3. Juntos Contigo: Children's Education Project in the La Chureca Community, Managua

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

American Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements

Home-stays

Participants Travel to Nicaragua

in Groups

Application Process Involves

Online Application plus Application Assessment

Boomers Abroad

Program Photos

Volunteer Adventure Program