Everything you need to know
before you apply.
From virtual training to hands-on projects and alumni community — here's the full picture of your Global Greentalist experience in Costa Rica.
From start to finish
A process designed to prepare, empower, and transform you.
Virtual Training
4 weeksBegin your transformation from home. You'll learn about Costa Rican culture, Greentalist methodology, group dynamics, and sustainable development fundamentals — building the foundation you need to make the most of your in-country experience.
Orientation
3–5 daysWe welcome you in San José and take you to your destination community. You meet your international team, join cultural integration workshops, visit the project site, and set your personal learning plan with your coordinator.
Active Community Work
2–3 projectsThe heart of your experience. You work on real projects with tangible impact — environmental education in schools, sustainable construction, ecosystem conservation, or community development. Daily reflection sessions help you process your growth along the way.
Closure & Celebration
3 daysYou complete your project and celebrate with the community. A closing ceremony brings everyone together to share learnings, receive feedback from community leaders, and create your post-volunteer action plan. You finish with a cultural adventure through Costa Rica before departing.
Alumni Community
Lifetime accessYour experience doesn't end when you return home. You receive your participation certificate, access to our global alumni network, mentorship opportunities, and support to apply what you learned. Many participants come back as team leaders or coordinators.
How to join
the program
Joining Global Greentalist is a straightforward process. We designed it to be quick and personal — so you spend less time on paperwork and more time preparing for your experience.
Fill out our application form and share your motivations, values, and what you hope to contribute. This helps us understand who you are and what drives you.
Response within 1–2 daysJoin a brief virtual conversation with our team. We'll talk about your motivation and expectations — and you'll have space to ask everything you want to know.
Scheduled within 3–5 daysOnce accepted, you'll receive a comprehensive welcome pack with all the details you need — and you'll connect with your peers and mentors from around the world.
Confirmation in 2–4 daysBefore you leave, you'll join our preparation sessions to build the tools and mindset you need. By the time you land in Costa Rica, you're ready to hit the ground running.
~1 month before departureWhat's included in your program
Everything you need for a transformative experience — no surprises.
- – International flights to/from Costa Rica
- – Visa fees (if required)
- – Personal equipment & gear
- – Optional activities
- – Personal expenses
- – Travel insurance
Physical & Health Requirements
Understanding the physical demands of each project type — so you can prepare accordingly.
- Walking 2–4 km daily
- Light construction work
- Hot, humid conditions
- Moderate physical labor
- Hiking 5–8 km daily
- Trail maintenance work
- Varied terrain & weather
- Moderate to heavy labor
- Hiking 8–15 km daily
- Carrying 15kg backpack
- Multi-day wilderness trek
- Challenging conditions
- Hepatitis A & B
- Tetanus / Diphtheria
- Typhoid (recommended)
- Yellow Fever (if from endemic area)
- Temperature: 20–32°C (68–90°F)
- High humidity (70–90%)
- Rainy season: May–November
- Sun exposure: Very high
- Bring personal medications
- Disclose pre-existing conditions
- Basic first aid provided
- Access to medical centers available
- Dietary restrictions accommodated
- Accessibility: Limited (contact us)
- Mental health support available
- We work with you individually
Ready to discover
what you can achieve?
Join Global Greentalist Costa Rica and start your journey toward becoming a confident changemaker. Apply now and learn to create meaningful impact.
