Those who decide to travel to this amazing part of the world will find everything that one might expect from one of the most ecologically diverse and tourist-centric countries in the world.  Hosting first class accommodations, restaurants, and plenty of entertainment, Jaco has something for everyone; from adventure tours to relaxing on the beach, you won’t be bored.

Accommodations are available to suit any budget.  From luxurious 5 star hotels to the simple necessities available at hostels, to everything in between, travelers can sleep well and prepare themselves for their activities ahead.  Just a stones throw from Jaco, the Los Suenos Marina and Marriot Resort features some of the best sportfishing charters and a beautiful 18 hole golf course.

The array of food and drink is spectacular.  Fresh fruit and juices are abundant and the typical Costarricense fare is something that should not be missed.  While a simple diet is very common, visitors can feast on a variety of foods from around the world; Argentinian steak, Italian pasta, Thai cuisine, fresh seafood, and so much more.  Casados are the local dish and they typically consist of beans, rice, meat/fish, salad, and other starches like yucca, plantain, potatoes, and similar.  Visitors should not leave before trying some local ceviche as well.

For travelers that like to plan activities to fill their days, there is no shortage of tours and activities to keep even the restless busy.  While many people spend the day lounging on the beach or swimming in the warm Pacific Ocean, tourists will find that they can learn to surf, ride ATVs in the jungle, bring in a marlin on a sportfishing charter, go horseback riding on the beach, take Spanish lessons, fly through the jungle canopy on a zip line tour, or walk around town taking in the sights; the list is endless.

Jacó is settled between two of the most amazing National Parks in the county; Carara to the north and Manuel Antonio to the south.  Within the bounds of either of these parks, visitors find themselves among monkeys, lizards, sloths, butterflies, unique birds, and other fauna.  The plant life is incredibly diverse, and the scale of many tropicals that most people are used to seeing as houseplants are awe inspiring in the natural environment.

When people travel to Jaco for the first time, they are amazed by the beauty of the beaches, waterfalls, rainforest, wild life and volcanoes. This is a place where even the most adventurous person can satisfy their need for adrenaline. Everything here is suited to satisfy any tourist’s needs and wishes, no matter if it is swimming, sportfishing, nightlife, food, nature, sceneries, or just taking it all in stride. These are the reasons why so many people are simply in love with this place; you can be sure that very few regret a visit to this beachfront paradise.

For more details about what people can discover in Jaco, visit the website http://visitjaco.com.

Basecamp International Centers believe international volunteering promotes cross-cultural learning that helps create global awareness, understanding between cultures and provides the platform for positive change. Our volunteers have taught in schools, provided disaster relief support for the International Red Cross, conducted essential research to improve the management strategies of threatened environments, built homes for impoverished people, provided vocational training and programs for street kids and have worked in co-operation with hundreds of local organizations to distribute aid and improve the quality of life for people throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Basecamp has volunteer placement on Social, Health and Medicinal, Environmental, Children and Building Projects in Nepal, Peru, Ghana, Nicaragua, Tanzania, Costa Rica and Ecuador.We believe everyone can contribute by volunteering. Recent graduates from high school, college or university, professionals taking a career break, recent retirees, individuals or groups who are interested in a change and the chance to enrich their own life and the lives of others. If you are 18 years or older you can apply for any of the placements available. If you are from 16-18 years old you may apply for placements near our Volunteer Abroad Office and Residence, so that we are able to give you more support. Both students and professionals are needed for placements in all our countries.

Upon arrival in country our staff will pick you up at the airport and return you to our Orientation Center for a safety briefing and general country orientation. For this program you are required to complete one week of language training and orientation which is included in the cost of the program. At the end of that week you will transfer to your placement to begin volunteering. Our staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should you require help of any kind.

Basecamp International Centers welcomes all the interested volunteers from around the world to volunteer and make a difference. If you are interested in this placement then please contact us for the details:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.basecampcenters.com

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