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  • About
    • Our Programs
    • Our Projects
    • Our Team
    • The Need
  • Volunteer
    • Individual Volunteers
    • Group Trips
    • Internships
    • Gap Year Program
    • About Bocas del Toro
  • Donate
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I see my path but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it.


Rosalia de Castro

Gap Year Programs

Benefits of a Gap Year

Whether it's time off before, in the middle or after university, there are so many benefits to taking some time off!


Your volunteer gap experience with Give & Surf can help you learn new skills, be immersed in a different culture, meet new people, practice your Spanish, give back to the local communities, and even earn university credit!

2023 Cohorts

  • Jan 8-Feb 18, 6 weeks: $3,500
  • Mar 6-May 13, 10 weeks: $5,500
  • Aug 20-Oct 14, 8 weeks: $4,500
  • Oct 22-Dec 16, 8 weeks: $4,500 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. It is recommended that you apply at least 3 months in advance. 

What's Included

  • Accommodations in our ocean-view house in Old Bank (on Isla Bastimentos); 1-2 people per room
  • Continental-style breakfasts
  • Lunches Mon-Fri
  • Local Transportation to/from program sites
  • Weekly group trips & excursions
  • A surf lesson
  • On-site staff support
  • Pre-trip planning support

Group or private Spanish lessons, SCUBA certification, and other extras can be added on for an additional fee.

Apply to our Gap Year Program Today!

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