Volunteer & Surf
Bocas Del Toro, Panama
$1395.00
The Experience
Travel to a tropical Island off the Caribbean coast of Panama and experience a volunteer abroad project like no other! Help build up and support Native indigenous communities, live in a national park among wildlife on a tropical island and play on the beach and on the surf catching waves!
This great project focusses big smiles and big waves! The project serves local indigenous located through a number of community development initiatives. The project offers a unique, enriching volunteer experience to give back to others and give back to yourself in the remote islands of Bocas del Toro. For 2012 the project will focus on education, sports activities with the children and in a lesser extend construction and environmental related activities.
This Is Why
- Venture to a tropical paradise off the coast of Panama.
- Volunteer with Indigenous communities inside a national park
- Ride awesome waves in the surfer paradise!
- Snorkel the beautiful coral reefs, fish and explore the jungle!
- Key Start Dates
All year round - Package Price
01 weeks: $995 US
02 weeks: $1,395 US
03 weeks: $1,795 US
04 weeks: $1,995 U$
06 weeks: $2,7995 US
08 weeks: $3,495 US - Volunteer duration
1 - 8 weeks (other durations available on request) - Average Work hours
8 hours per day, 6 days on 1 day off - Number Of Volunteers
Varies (5 - 15) - Volunteer accommodation
Available - Housing Type
Live on a tropical island off the coast of Panama in shared tented (safari style) lodges near the beach in the jungle. - Internet Access
no - Who Are They Looking For?
Adventurer’s individuals who have an interest in the outdoors and who do not mind to get wet and dirty while working for a good cause. This is a great place for those who love surfing and other water sport activities! Knowledge of the Spanish language is a plus but not a must.
Fast Facts: Panama
Where? Panama, Bocos Del Toro
Country Size: 75,517 km2
29,157 sq mi
Population density? 44.5/km2
115.3/sq mi
Country Famous for? Panama Canal, Surfing, Diving, Snorkeling, Jungle, Night life, Bridge between North and South America, Indigenous communities, Volcano's
When to visit: All Year Round
- What's Included
- Placement
Volunteer & Surf - Accommodation
Live on a tropical island off the coast of Panama in shared tented (safari style) lodges near the beach in the jungle. - Meals
Lunch included, Drink Water Included (Breakfast and dinner can be bought affordable 5 - 7 $ per meal at the camp). - Spanish Classes
You have the opportunity to take Spanish Classes to improve your Language Skills - Local Guides
Our guides will assist you during your stay with their vast local knowledge - Use of Equipment
Use of activity equipment and surfboards - Surf Classes
Boards and instructors provided - Airport Pick Up (Panama city)
You Will be picked up from the airport by car and transferred to your hostel in Panama City. - Hostel
For one night you will stay in one of the nicest hostels of Panama City in a good neighbourhood. - Airport Pick Up and drop off (Project)
You Will be picked up from the local airport and transferred to your accommodation at the project by boat. On your departure day you will the project by boat and you Will be dropped of at he local airport (your return flight to Panama City is also included). - Domestic Flight (2-ways)
Domestic Flight included form Panama City to the airport near the project and back. - Ongoing service
If there are any problems with your volunteer project we are always there to help you and mediate between yourself and the organization. - Tours
Through FRONTEERING you have to possibility to book tours, additional Spanish classes before and/or after you have finished your volunteer project. - 24/7 Emergency contact
If there are any problems during you stay at the project you can reach us 24/7 to assist you.
What's not included: International Flights, Insurance, Breakfast and Dinner, taxi from the hostel to Albrook domestic airport (should cost around 10 US$ for a taxi which the hostel can arrange for you).
Package Price:
01 Weeks: $995 US
02 Weeks: $1,395 US
04 Weeks: $1,995 US
08 Weeks: $3,495 US - Placement
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- RESPONSIBILITIES
With this experience you will venture to an island of the Caribean coast of panama. Located on a national park you will surf, snorkel and dive while volunteering with local indigenous communities to improve their way of life.
Main project tasks you can get involved in:- Education
- Teaching English
- Construction
- Environmental cleanups
- And many other projects to benefit the local communities & environment
We concentrate on things that work, not that look fancy. This is the real stuff while trying to leave the least possible impact on the environment.
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- TASKS AND DUTIES
For a minimum of 1 week you will volunteer with local indigenous communities on island of the coast of Panama. As the pre-school and playground have been finished in 2011. For 2012 main tasks will be educational with the local community, sports and play and construction.
- TASKS AND DUTIES
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- Requirements, Guidelines & Policies
- NO SMOKING is allowed, Bush and Forest Fires are an enormous concern!!
- Strong work ethics are required: reliable, responsible, honest, good sense of humor and dependable.
- You must be physically and mentally fit.
- Age: 18-35
- Must love outdoors/surfing
- Make sure to contact your local health organization to inquire about the needed/recommended vaccinations and medicine.
- Volunteer Benefits
- Get surf lessons & equipment and Surf in One of the most Amazing places of this world!
- Work with and get to know the culture of the local fascinating indigenous communities.
- Live on tropical paradise island!
- Fast Facts
- Project location
A beautiful island of the coast of Panama in the Caribbean sea. - Area Famous For
Panama Canal, indigenous communities, wildlife, Surfing, Diving, Snorkeling, Jungle, Bridge between North and South America, - When to visit
All year round! - Wildlife viewing
Great underwater wildlife viewing, dolphins, turtles, whales, sharks, on land sloths, monkeys, parrots, etc
- Project location
- Itinerary & Details
Day 1 - Arrive in Panama Ciy, Panama;
You will arrive in the capital of Panama from where you will transfer to Bocas del Toro by plane (included in the fee, 2 hour flight). Arriving at Bocas Del Toro you will be picked up and transferred to the project by boat.For 1-8 weeks - Volunteer and Surf!
You will Volunteer and help the local indigenous communities while surfing an living on a tropical island paradise!Your last day - You will fly back home or take the opportunity to travel through Panama. Our staff will gladly help you to book any tours to see more of this great country.
- Accommodation
Live on a tropical island off the coast of Panama in shared tented (safari style) lodges near the beach in the jungle.
Things to bring from home
- Hiking Shoes
- Rain gear
- Anti Mosquito repellent + after bite
- Sunglasses
- Hat/cap to protect yourself from the sun
- Suncream
- Swimsuit!
Meals
Lunches included, prepared by the local indigenous people. Breakfast and Dinner can be bought near the project affordably for (around 75 - 100 $ per week).
Location
Panama is a beautiful destination that has it all: from dense tropical jungles to amazing beautiful beaches, from tropical island paradises to cool mountains reaches and from vibrant urban city centers to remote Native cultures! Living on a tropical island volunteering with local indigenous communities you will have the time of your life!
- Process & Arrangements
You are interested and would like to inquire for more information or already determined to book a trip? What’s next?
- Inquire about a volunteer abroad or adventure travel trip and have any questions answered (what do things costs, safety, visa requirements, travel recommendations, etc)
- Book your trip and fill out our application form
- We will update you about any specific requirements you will need to be aware of
- Get accepted in our program and Pay for your trip
- Receive your volunteer/trip confirmation
- In case needed; apply for a visa and in some cases a work permit/police check (certificate of good conduct). At FRONTEERING we have an extensive knowledge and can assist regarding visa related question.
- Book your flight ticket and update us about your flight details
- Receive your arrival package
- Arrange suitable travel and health insurance
- Consult your doctor and/or local travel clinic for advice on vaccinations and medication which could be recommend for your destination.
- Prepare for your trip, get your things to bring ready and make sure to be physically fit.
- We are available for questions any time!
- Get to ready travel and for your lifetime experience!
- Our in-country coordinators are there to assist or answer any questions.
As a volunteer at Volunteer & Surf this was the most enthralling volunteer and adventure experience I could imagine. I recently had the pleasure of leading a group down for the last stages of their playground construction in March of 2011. The projects local knowledge and connection to the community is inspiring and we felt very in touch with our volunteer experience by construction the playground and teaching the local school children. The experience with the project included daily surf lessonsand by the second day I was riding the waves in by myself. I am an adventure seeker so I was really pumped to go zip lining, caving with bats, snorkeling, and kayaking around the bay.
Ryan from The USA
