International Student Volunteers' Programs

International Student Volunteers' Programs

ISV believes that Volunteers Make a Difference! ISV offers participants hands-on volunteer and adventure travel programs in Australia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Eastern Europe, Ecuador, New Zealand, South Africa, and Thailand.

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Editorial Reviews Costa Rica is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Central America, and for good reason: a stable government and progressive conservation policies make this little jewel of a country a pleasure to explore. For anyone considering a trip to Costa Rica, Adventure Guide to Costa Rica is an ideal resource and guide. One third of the book is dedicated to Costa Rica’s rich history, culture, economy, and ecology, as well as issues important to travelers such as food, recreation, accommodations, and safety. The rest of the book is dedicated to the parks and the best places to snorkel, dive, white-water ... Read Full Story
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Caribbean Costa Rica - Caribbean Vacation Without The Expense! The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica stretches 212 km from its border north with Nicaragua south to Panama, and is home to some of the most beautiful and unique national parks in the country. Cahuita National Park is located between Cahuita and Puerto Vargas, Tortuguero National Park in the Northern Caribbean, and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge is located between the towns of Manzanillo and Gandoca. The area offers something for everyone - be it adventure, nature, or just the laid-back living of the Caribbean towns and the beaches. Downtown Puerto Viejo Puerto Viejo , located ... Read Full Story
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Conservation or Community Development Volunteer Projects Each project is two weeks in length and is run in collaboration with well-established local organizations (government and private). Each project team will be supervised and directed by professional staff from the host organization. The size of the volunteer team will consist of 10-15 student volunteers, depending on the project. No prior experience in environmentally related fields of study is required in order to participate. Accommodations vary with projects, ranging from national park huts, dormitory style accommodations to home-stays with local families. Meals (3 per day) will be provided during the project and will reflect the local cuisine. ... Read Full Story
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Participants will travel throughout New Zealand’s North and South Islands, exploring the Southern Alps, glaciers, primary forests, wild rivers, limestone caves, geothermal areas, national parks, and the Nation’s capital city, Wellington. You will have the opportunity to participate on activities such as: Black water rafting in glow worm caves Exploring the thermal wonders of Rotorua Visiting the cultural attractions of Wellington (New Zealand's Capital) Hiking on the Franz Josef Glacier White water rafting rapids on the Rangitikei River Zorbing Sea kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park Experiencing the true Kiwi night life in Wellington and Queenstown (the adrenaline capital of the world) Note: See ... Read Full Story
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Participants will travel throughout the Dominican Republic, exploring the limestone caves, coral reefs, lush canyons and rivers, the Dominican Alps, breathtaking beaches and laid-back beachside lifestyles on the North Coast and Southwest regions, in contrast with the historic cultural richness of the Nation’s capital, Santo Domingo. You will have the opportunity to participate on activities such as: Horseback riding to secluded waterfalls Whitewater Rafting on the Yaque del Norte River Surfing and snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea Canyoning, rappelling, hiking, cliff-jumping and sliding down natural waterfalls Exploring the largest cave in the Caribbean Discover the capital city of Santo Domingo. Go merengue dancing, wander ... Read Full Story
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