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Travel with purpose. Experiences that leave a mark.

At Planet Conservation, we believe travel can be much more than seeing a new destination. We design experiences that connect people with nature, communities and real conservation projects, creating opportunities to learn, contribute and make a positive impact.

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A giant tree in the South Caribbean rainforest

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From volunteering experiences and educational programmes to corporate trips, regenerative retreats and family experiences, every proposal is designed to connect the traveller with a purpose.

Voluntourism

Travel. Take part. Transform.

Live an authentic volunteering experience while you discover the natural and cultural richness of our territories. Immerse yourself in local life, contribute to meaningful projects, and discover Costa Rica’s natural and cultural treasures.

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Two volunteers picking up litter on the beach

From US$480 per week

Beach clean-up with volunteers

Groups and schools

Learn together. Live the experience. Make an impact.

We create immersive learning experiences for schools, universities, groups and curious minds who want to go beyond the classroom. Explore nature, connect with local communities, discover new perspectives and turn shared interests into hands-on experiences that inspire learning, collaboration and positive change.

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A group with their paddles, ready for the mangroves

Impact trips

Trips designed to make a real impact.

Our impact trips combine discovery, learning and participation in conservation and sustainable development projects.

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Colourful kayaks among the mangroves
Kayaking through the mangroves

Travelling families

Family adventures with purpose.

Discover nature together, make memories that matter, and inspire a love for our planet that lasts a lifetime.

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A pool afternoon among the palm trees

Regenerative retreat

Disconnect from the daily rhythm. Reconnect with what matters.

An experience to pause, breathe and recover your connection with nature.

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Meditation in the wooden pavilion, open to the jungle
Meditation in the open pavilion

Digital nomad

Work from nature. Live with purpose.

For those who have chosen a new way of living and working, we create experiences that combine connectivity, nature, learning and community.

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The corridor facing the garden

Learning and immersion

Don't just visit a place. Immerse yourself in it.

Live a deep learning experience through immersion in nature, culture and local projects.

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Roasting cacao over the fire in a Bribri pavilion
Roasting cacao over the fire in a Bribri pavilion

Programmes with days and price

Volunteering, Spanish, surf, yoga and conservation: each programme combines accommodation, community and adventure on the South Caribbean coast. Prices are per person.

  1. Recycling Volunteer Program

    Live Caribbean culture while you work on beach clean-ups, recycling and plastic transformation alongside our local team.

    7 daysCaribbean

    US$480

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  2. One-week Spanish course

    20 hours of group classes or 10 private, accommodation, two meals a day, one extra activity (yoga, cooking or Latin dance) and discounts on excursions. From the second week, US$430.

    7 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$480

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  3. Standard Program + Surf Camp

    Accommodation, 4 two-hour surf sessions, transport, equipment and a photo session.

    8 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$876

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  4. Beach Lover

    Two weeks of surfing and marine conservation: surf lessons, beach cleanups and the pura vida life of the Caribbean.

    14 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$980

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  5. Learn Spanish and Volunteering in the Caribbean

    Learn Spanish in Costa Rica: immerse yourself in the local culture, join volunteering projects and explore the Caribbean coast.

    14 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,050

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  6. Spanish & Surf

    Two weeks of Spanish and surf lessons, fully immersed in the Caribbean.

    14 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,050

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  7. Spanish & Yoga

    Two weeks of Spanish and yoga: wellbeing, language and purpose.

    14 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,050

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  8. Pure Yoga

    A yoga retreat in a peaceful setting, overlooking the sea on the Caribbean coast. Minimum 4 people.

    7 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,150

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  9. Jungle Retreat

    A retreat to practise yoga and combine it with outdoor activities, discovering nature and getting to know the culture.

    7 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,150

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  10. Costa Rica Volunteering Holiday

    Get to know Costa Rica from the inside: travel and work as a volunteer.

    14 daysCosta Rica

    US$1,350

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  11. Spanish, Surf & Volunteer

    Three weeks of Spanish, surfing and volunteering: the full experience.

    21 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,450

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  12. Spanish, Yoga & Volunteer

    Three weeks of Spanish, yoga and volunteering: body, mind and community.

    21 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,450

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  13. Adventure & Volunteer

    Three weeks of adventure and volunteering: kayaking, rafting, trails and projects with real impact.

    21 daysCaribbean

    US$1,480

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  14. Spanish, Surf & Adventure Experience 2026

    Learn Spanish and surfing on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast.

    14 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    US$1,550

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  15. Nature and Culture

    Swim in the warm waters of Costa Rica's South Caribbean coast.

    15 daysCosta Rica

    US$1,605

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  16. Planet Conservation Summer Trip Costa Rica

    Tours, nature, cultural integration and volunteering in support of conservation projects in Costa Rica.

    14 daysCentral and South Pacific

    US$1,650

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  17. Trekking and Volunteering

    A hiking and volunteering trip through Costa Rica.

    14 daysCaribbean

    US$1,650

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  18. Morpho Experience

    A family stay of sustainability and cultural immersion, from 2 to 8 weeks: accommodation, Spanish classes, yoga, environmental activities, Morpho Classroom and non-violent communication workshops.

    14 to 56 daysPuerto Viejo de Talamanca

    Price on request

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Let's design your trip with purpose

Tell us who is travelling, when and what moves you. We put the experience together to fit your group.

Phone and WhatsApp
+506 8949 5801
Location
Calle Margarita, Playa Cocles, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón Province, Costa Rica
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Partners and recognitions

  • Tripadvisor
  • Worldpackers
  • Diversity School
  • PYME Costa Rica, MEIC (small business registry)
  • Member of Responsible Travel
  • Affiliated with Canatur, the National Chamber of Tourism
  • Plastic Free Planet
  • Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
  • Volunteer World
  • The GoU Club
  • Wayers
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