Welcome

ODYSSEYS Costa Rica is an Association (Costa Rica non-profit), non-governmental organization (NGO) providing opportunities for the adventurous individual, family or group, to explore as cost effectively as possible the art, culture, language and natural wonders of Costa Rica.

It is our belief that actions as simple as sharing creativity and lending a hand, can be powerful tools for opening up human hearts and challenging the barriers that separate them.

       We invite you to help us fulfill our mission:
                                to nurture a thriving, ongoing and intercultural
                                                       community of creators and doers in Costa Rica.

ARTIST RESIDENCY

ODYSSEYS Costa Rica is a one-of-a-kind, community based Artists' Colony. Because the time you dedicate to your art is precious, we offer unique home stay accommoda- tions with local host families, all meals included. Our artist-in-residence program is open to writers and artists in all disciplines, whether emerging or established, from anywhere in the world.

Applications, accepted year-round and up to two years in advance, are reviewed through a committee-selection process.

HOSTED EVENTS

Attend a workshop or other special event hosted by ODYSSEYS Costa Rica, or conduct one and receive:

Paid lodging and meals
All event-related, in-country activities and transportation
A sizeable stipend toward international airfare
A fee for your services

VOLUNTEER
in Costa Rica

Why pay exorbitant prices to donate your time and skills?

As a non-profit we only take in enough to offer you the best experience possible, pay our staff fairly, and regularly donate to each of the communities and projects we serve.

And we offer one flat fee no matter which program you choose, up to 50% lower than what other organizations charge for the same projects, in the same locations.