Biological monitoring
Camera-trap work, bird counts, and other wildlife or habitat-monitoring activities defined by the current project.
Plan a program 
A supporting pathway · project based
Useful hands.
Clear purpose.
Volunteer programs are developed under Tayra’s cooperation agreement with Costa Rica’s Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) and respond to current conservation-site priorities.
Volunteering at Tayra
Contribution before consumption.
Tayra works under a cooperation agreement with Costa Rica’s Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE). Volunteer programs are organized according to the real needs of the conservation site, with appropriate local coordination and supervision.
Activities therefore vary by season, location, and active project. Participants should expect clear responsibilities, practical field conditions, and a learning mindset; no specific activity or wildlife encounter can be guaranteed.
Habitat & species conservation
Sea-turtle patrols, beach cleanups, reforestation, and other practical actions required at the conservation site.
Community education
Environmental education and English-language learning activities developed with local partners and participating communities.
The Tayra standard
Every opportunity must be impactful, ethical, and realistic.
UsefulThe work responds to an identified need.
SupervisedParticipants know who guides the activity.
HonestWe explain conditions, limits, and likely outcomes.
RespectfulCommunities and wildlife are never treated as attractions.
Current opportunities
Tell us what you can contribute.
Share your skills, field background, dates, and the type of work you hope to support. We will only recommend a placement when there is a responsible match.
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