Costa Rica
"I loved the short time I had in Costa Rica. Everything seemed to come together perfectly. The house we stayed in was very comfortable and the staff was very friendly. There was never a dull moment as there was always something to do, whether they were activities, chatting with the other volunteers, or just exploring the city."Andrew Oldham, Costa Rica volunteer
Free Time in Cartago
Volunteers in Cartago, Costa Rica find that Cartago’s central location makes it very easy to travel around Costa Rica and see its many sights during their free time. Within walking distance from the Home-Base is 
La Basilica de Cartago, the largest cathedral in Costa Rica. This historic site of the city is both a place of worship for local people as well as a place for tourists to tour; it also features a freshwater spring that runs through the back courtyard of the church.
On weekends, volunteers can explore the Irazu volcano, which has been designated a national park since becoming inactive. There are hiking paths that lead to the summit where one finds lakes, cloud forest vegetation, and rare birds. Volunteers can also visit the Tapanti National Park where waterfalls, exotic animals, and unique plants flourish. Other possible destinations include hot springs, coffee farms, rivers where you can enjoy white-water rafting, horseback riding trails, and botanical gardens.
Read stories and testimonials of participants who have volunteered in Costa Rica or watch a video on volunteering in Costa Rica.
CCS offers the following programs in Cartago, Costa Rica:
Volunteer Abroad -- 2 to 12 weeks | Click for Start Dates
Insight Abroad -- one week | Click for Start Dates
Request more information about volunteering in Costa Rica or read more about the CCS Experience in Cartago, Costa Rica from the topics below:
- Why Volunteer in Cartago?
- Volunteer Work
- Cultural and Learning Activities
- Free Time
- The Home-Base
- In-Country Staff
Learn about volunteering in San Carlos or Puriscal, Costa Rica or return to the main Costa Rica page.
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