Lodging & Rates
Are you interested in interning with Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary? Interns can commit to a minimum of four weeks to a maximum of twelve weeks.
There are two kinds of lodging provided by Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary: the apartment and the volunteer house. Interns can select their preferred accommodations. All lodging types include WiFi, and laundry services.
The Volunteer House
Located within the center, we have two volunteer houses (equipped with numerous bedrooms, bathrooms, a kitchen and a common area). Each room offers two beds, however, volunteers can opt for a single occupancy room, though there is a price decrease for double occupancy.
The price for staying in the volunteer house includes laundry services, Wi-Fi, transportation to all Alturas-organized activities, equipment for internship, prepared vegetarian meals (Monday to Friday) and groceries for the weekends when there is no chef. Volunteers/ interns are expected to prepare their own breakfasts (with the groceries we provide) in their kitchens.
Please note that the Volunteer House does not offer air conditioning.
Scroll down below to check out our 2024 prices for staying in our volunteer house.
| Weeks | Single occupancy | Double occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,002 | $668 |
| 2 | $1,410 | $940 |
| 3 | $1,790 | $1,193 |
| 4 | $2,110 | $1,406 |
| 5 | $2,611 | $1,740 |
| 6 | $3,101 | $2,068 |
| 7 | $3,582 | $2,388 |
| 8 | $4,053 | $2,702 |
| 9 | $4,514 | $3,009 |
| 10 | $4,965 | $3,310 |
| 11 | $5,407 | $3,605 |
| 12 | $5,840 | $3,893 |
The Apartment
A great option for those looking for privacy (or air conditioning!) the apartment is also located within the center. There is a kitchen in the apartment, as well as a bathroom and a porch. The price for staying at the apartment includes laundry services, Wi-Fi, transportation to all Alturas-organized activities, equipment for internship, prepared vegetarian meals (Monday to Friday) and groceries for the weekends when there is no chef. Volunteers/ interns are expected to prepare their own breakfasts (with the groceries we provide) in their kitchens.
Scroll down below to check out our 2024 price list for the apartment.
| Weeks | Single occupancy | Double occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,295 | $863 |
| 2 | $1,984 | $1,322 |
| 3 | $2,644 | $1,763 |
| 4 | $3,248 | $2,165 |
| 5 | $4,020 | $2,680 |
| 6 | $4,775 | $3,183 |
| 7 | $5,515 | $3,677 |
| 8 | $6,240 | $4,160 |
| 9 | $6,950 | $4,633 |
| 10 | $7,645 | $5,097 |
| 11 | $8,325 | $5,550 |
| 12 | $8,991 | $5,994 |
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas resort is just a stone throw away from our animal center. You can opt to live at the resort and still come over to the sanctuary for the day. This top-rated resort offers visitors iconic views from the Pacific Ocean from its private, seaside villas. Breakfast is included at the hotel, as is satellite TV.
For this option, we charge $30 USD per day (lunch included) or $40 USD per day (lunch & dinner included). The sanctuary does not offer breakfast to volunteers/ interns staying at the hotel. This price covers your meals, training, transportation to all Alturas-organized events and all the equipment we offer for your stay with us.
You would need to communicate directly with the resort to cover costs for your accommodation and breakfast.
While volunteers can check-in at the hotel at any time during the week, orientation for new Alturas volunteers occurs every Monday or Thursday at 7:00 am.
Please understand that as an intern, you will be required to help with the orphaned animal feeds throughout the night (once per week). This means that you will be required to walk from the resort to the center at night time.
For resort pricing and availability, contact the hotel directly at info@villasalturas.com; don’t forget to mention you’re with Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary for their discounted rate!