Nicaragua
Immerse yourself in Pacific Coastal Culture
Nicaragua Program
10 Days: Jiquilillo • Telica • San Ramón
In Nicaragua, journey from black-sand beaches to glowing volcanic craters. Handcraft cheese and tortillas with the local women, restore mangrove forests, and teach English in a rural coastal village. In your free time, surf, paddle-board, learn Spanish, and dive into the heart of Latin American culture, and end your trip sandboarding on an active volcano.
Combine & Save $300:
Nicaragua Volunteer Program I Costa Rica Volunteer Program
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Nicaragua Itinerary
Trip Length: 10 Days*
*Our winter 2026-27 trip is slightly longer than summer trips due to recent itinerary changes
Day 1
Bienvenidos a Nicaragua
Welcome to your new beachfront home, a small fishing village on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua! Learn how to surf, explore the stunning coastline, and immerse yourself in this beautiful community with your new local friends for the next week. As the sun sets over the Pacific, settle into the laid-back rhythm of village life and get ready for an unforgettable adventure.
Days 2-5
Community Immersion
Wake up each morning to the sound of waves crashing on the beach before beginning work on our English education and eco-friendly infrastructure projects. Immerse yourself in the welcoming community of Jiquilillo, where you’ll quickly feel like family as you connect with local residents, share meals, and experience everyday life. Each day offers meaningful opportunities to learn, contribute, and create lasting memories.
Day 6
Turtle Conservation
Support sea turtle conservation through a local hatchery and community leader we’ve proudly partnered with for years. Learn about the challenges these incredible animals face, assist with conservation efforts, and, if conditions allow, witness the unforgettable experience of releasing hatchlings into the ocean. GIVE has helped with the release of over 1,000 baby sea turtles during our time in the community.
Day 7
From Volcanoes to Forest
Visit the historic colonial city of Leon before summiting and sandboarding down an active volcano. Travel to Nicaragua’s cloud forest and settle into a stunning 500-acre nonprofit farm where your stay directly supports the school at the heart of the property.
Enjoy incredible fresh farm-to-table meals sourced from the farm’s gardens, beehives, goats, cows, and horses.
Day 8
Mountain Adventure
Start the day with optional yoga and breathwork overlooking the forest before horseback riding through scenic mountain trails and breathtaking viewpoints. Spend the afternoon teaching English at the local school, working with farm animals, and reforestation.
Days 9- 10
Waterfalls & Wildlife
Continue our initiatives by expanding our projects to remote schools. Then hike through protected forests to hidden waterfalls and natural swimming holes. Keep an eye out for sloths, monkeys, and hundreds of colorful bird species along the way. Celebrate your final evening together with a bonfire under the jungle sky. The next morning, return to Managua for your departing flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories, new friendships, and a deeper connection to Nicaragua.
What's Included
When you travel with GIVE, you won’t be surprised by hidden fees upon arrival. Dive into all that’s included in our all-in-one trip prices.
- All accommodations
- Transportation (not including flights)
- 3 meals per day & clean drinking water
- 24/7 guide support
- All adventures and cultural experiences
- Funding for volunteer projects & sustainability initiatives
- Pre-trip & in-transit support from GIVE’s Travel Specialists
- Access to your personalized GIVE Profile
- Access to GIVE’s preferred insurance & flight partners
- Trip preparation tools, guides and checklists
- Access to GIVE’s Ambassador Community post-trip
Simply put: we care. GIVE goes above and beyond for our travelers before, during and after your trip. See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
What's Not Included
Pretty much everything except your flights, insurance and travel documents, but GIVE will help you organize it all! Dive into what’s included here.
- Flights
- Visa (if required), travel insurance (mandatory), & vaccinations (if required)
- Personal souvenirs, snacks and refreshments (drinking water is included 24/7)
- See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
* GIVE reserves the right to change program dates
* Winter trips are slightly shorter due to school/holiday breaks
Trip dates and packages
Mix & match trips, travel for 2 or more weeks, and save big when you combine trips! Secure your spot with flexible payment options that let you pay now, set up automatic installments, or Book Now, Pay Later to even pay after your trip.
Nicaragua Volunteer Trip I 12-days
$2,895
Costa Rica Volunteer Trip I 12-days
$2,995
Costa Rica Spring Break Trip I 8-days
$1,995
Nicaragua + Costa Rica I 23-days
$5,990 $5,590 Combine & save $400
Costa Rica Volunteer Trip I 12-days
$2,995
Nicaragua + Costa Rica I 23-days
$5,990 $5,490 Combine & save $400
Flexible Payment Options
Planning your GIVE trip should be exciting—not stressful! That's why we offer payment options to make it easy. Whether you’re ready to pay now or spread payments into smaller, manageable installments, we've got you covered. Choose to secure your spot with a deposit, set up automatic recurring payments, or use Book Now, Pay Later (even after your trip)— all designed to keep budgeting simple and stress-free.
How to Book a Trip
Lock in your spot with a $595 USD trip deposit in your GIVE Profile. For add-ons or multi-trip packages, it's just $295 more per trip. Your deposit counts toward your total cost, never expires, and can be transferred if plans change.
Pay the rest on your own schedule by your payment deadline or set up a payment plan to extend payments, even after your trip! Need more time? We’ve got you. [Terms & conditions apply.]
No Hidden Fees
Your GIVE trip includes everything you need—from meals, guides, and accommodations to local transport, epic adventures, cultural experiences, and funding for the volunteer projects you’ll help bring to life. Just show up ready to make an impact—we’ll handle the rest.
Worry-Free Booking
Plans change—we get it. Your deposit is fully transferable, never expires, and lets you switch trips or dates for free. Total flexibility, zero stress. [Learn more about our worry-free booking policy.]
We Got Your Back
We’ve got your back—every step of the way. Before your trip, we’ll help you book flights, secure travel insurance, and handle passport or visa needs without the headache. On the road, our team’s on call 24/7 to help with anything that comes up.[Learn more about our 360° travel support.]
Small Groups, Big Vibes
Travel with a tight-knit crew, guided by a team of local and international GIVE guides. With an average group size of 16-20 people, a 5:1 traveler-to-guide ratio, and 24/7 support, you’ll never feel lost in the crowd.
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