Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Regenerative farming & community connection in the Costa Rican rainforest
Join a journey into the lush Caribbean rainforest of Costa Rica, where travelers reconnect with nature through hands-on regenerative agriculture, soil restoration, and sustainable living practices. Learn, grow and contribute to a project transforming degraded land into a thriving ecosystem—all while forming real connections with a like-minded group.
- Rake
- Anfitrión de Worldpackers desde Feb/2025
Viajes grupales disponibles
01 de Dic de 2027 - 07 de Dic de 2027
PróximamenteMore dates available soon
Dates to book this experience for 2026 and 2027 will be available soon, stay tuned!
Desde
US$ 1.060
Itinerario
Día 1
Tarde
2:00 PM – Welcome!
Meet the team at the scheduled pick-up point and travel together to the farm.
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Orientation & Farm Tour
Get to know the space with a welcome walk through the nearby area, learning about the farm’s purpose and rhythm.
Noche
6:30 PM – Welcome Dinner
Enjoy your first group meal and connect with fellow travelers over fresh, home-cooked food.
Día 2
Mañana
6:00 AM – Yoga
Start your day with a grounding yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Fieldwork
Spend your morning in hands-on regenerative farming activities! It can be planting, soil building, or composting, depending on the day’s needs.
11:30 AM – Lunch
Recharge with a healthy, plant-based meal shared with the group.
Tarde
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Time
Relax in your room, have a jam session, go for a hike, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Compost Workshop
Learn how organic matter transforms into rich soil, supporting the cycle of regeneration.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Time
Take a refreshing shower, join a game, or unwind before dinner.
Noche
6:30 PM – Dinner
Share an evening meal and reflect on the day’s learnings together.
Día 3
Mañana
6:00 AM – Yoga
Start your day with a grounding yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Fieldwork
Spend your morning in hands-on regenerative farming activities! It can be planting, soil building, or composting, depending on the day’s needs.
11:30 AM – Lunch
Recharge with a healthy, plant-based meal shared with the group.
Tarde
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Time
Relax in your room, have a jam session, go for a hike, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Organic Fertilizer Workshop
Discover how to create natural fertilizers that restore soil health and promote sustainable growth.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Time
Take a refreshing shower, join a game, or unwind before dinner.
Noche
6:30 PM – Dinner
Share an evening meal and reflect on the day’s learnings together.
Día 4
Mañana
6:00 AM – Yoga
Start your day with a grounding yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Fieldwork
Spend your morning in hands-on regenerative farming activities! It can be planting, soil building, or composting, depending on the day’s needs.
11:30 AM – Lunch
Recharge with a healthy, plant-based meal shared with the group.
Tarde
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Time
Relax in your room, have a jam session, go for a hike, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Vermicompost Extract Workshop
Learn to transform organic waste into nutrient-rich compost using worms—a cornerstone of soil health.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Time
Take a refreshing shower, join a game, or unwind before dinner.
Noche
6:30 PM – Dinner
Share an evening meal and reflect on the day’s learnings together.
Día 5
Mañana
6:00 AM – Yoga
Start your day with a grounding yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Fieldwork
Spend your morning in hands-on regenerative farming activities! It can be planting, soil building, or composting, depending on the day’s needs.
11:30 AM – Lunch
Recharge with a healthy, plant-based meal shared with the group.
Tarde
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Time
Relax in your room, have a jam session, go for a hike, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Food Process Workshop
Discover the art of transforming farm ingredients into delicious, sustainable products.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Time
Take a refreshing shower, join a game, or unwind before dinner.
Noche
6:30 PM – Dinner
Share an evening meal and reflect on the day’s learnings together.
Día 6
Mañana
6:00 AM – Yoga
Start your day with a grounding yoga session surrounded by the sounds of nature.
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Fieldwork
Spend your morning in hands-on regenerative farming activities! It can be planting, soil building, or composting, depending on the day’s needs.
11:30 AM – Lunch
Pause for a fresh, nourishing meal prepared from local produce.
Tarde
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Time
Relax in your room, have a jam session, go for a hike, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings.
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Upcycling Workshop
Turn recycled materials into creative and functional pieces for the farm.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Time
Unwind and prepare for your final evening together.
Noche
6:30 PM – Dinner
Celebrate the journey and the connections you’ve made over one last shared meal.
Día 7
Mañana
7:00 AM – Breakfast
Fuel up with a nourishing breakfast prepared with local fresh ingredients.
7:30 AM – Departure to San José
Head back to San José, carrying the lessons and memories of a meaningful week.
Qué incluye
Lo que no está incluido
Requisitos
- Inglés Intermedio o Español Principiante
- Mayores de 18 años
Actividades
Consulte las actividades que harán que tu viaje sea una aventura épica.
Actividades de aprendizaje
Contribuya al proyecto y tenga un impacto positivo mientras desarrolla nuevas habilidades.
Biochar & Soil Health Workshops
Learn to boost soil fertility and water retention using biochar methods.
Upcycling & Sustainable Projects
Leran how to transform scrap materials into useful tools and eco-friendly designs.
Actividades de inmersión
Conoce la cultura local y vive una auténtica experiencia de viaje con las actividades incluidas en tu itinerario.
Regenerative Agriculture & Permaculture
Get hands-on with planting, composting, and soil regeneration techniques.
Propagation & Plant Care
Practice grafting, layering, and harvesting tropical crops like ginger and yucca.
Earthwork & Water Management
Design systems that guide rainwater to nourish and restore the land.
Pollinator Gardens & Farm Design
Create gardens that attract pollinators, prevent erosion, and beautify the farm.
Actividades extra
Actividades adicionales para que disfrutes aún más de esta aventura en tu tiempo libre.
Movie nights
Enjoy group movie nights for entertainment and cultural exchange.
This activity is free and available during free time
Musical jams
Guitars and ukuleles are available for anyone who wants to play, learn or enjoy a jam session.
This activity is free and available during free time
Hiking
Explore forest trails, breathe fresh air, and reconnect with nature at your own pace.
This activity is free and available any time
Yoga & Dance in the Shala
Stretch, move, and flow freely on the clay floor of a serene jungle yoga space.
This activity is free and available during free time
Natural Spa in the Creek
Relax in clay pools, exfoliate naturally, and soak in the creek’s refreshing waters.
This activity is free and available any time
Board Games
Share laughter and connection through friendly games in the common area.
This activity is free and available any time
Holistic therapy sessions
Have individual therapy session integrating emotional, mental, physical and energetic tools.
There is a $60 extra fee for this activity.
Volleyball Court
Stay active, have fun, and build team spirit on the property’s volleyball court.
This activity is free and available during free time
Videos
Alojamiento
Shared Dorm
The group will stay in rustic, nature-inspired wooden lodges designed for simplicity and connection with the environment. Rooms have open-air windows with curtains instead of glass, inviting natural light and the sounds of the jungle. There’s no electricity or Wi-Fi inside the rooms—just pure immersion in nature. Showers are outdoors but private, with refreshing cool water, and compost toilets turn waste into nutrient-rich soil. Mixed dorms host up to 4 travelers and include shared spaces with local staff.
- Internet (menos de 50 Mbps)
- Espacio de Trabajo Dedicado
Comidas
Meals are vegetarian-based, freshly prepared from ingredients grown right on the farm or sourced from local vendors. Expect vibrant dishes full of tropical flavors—herbs, greens, plantains, and roots from the garden. The in-house chef cooks with intention and care, creating meals that nourish both body and spirit. Vegan travelers are easily accommodated, and all dishes reflect Costa Rica’s warm, home-cooked traditions.
Instrucciones de llegada
Arrivals take place at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), with pre-scheduled pick-up for all travelers between 2h00 PM and 4h00 PM. You’ll recognize the driver by a sign with the farm’s logo. The ride takes you directly to the destination—no layovers. Upon arrival, you’ll join a 40-minute orientation session to get familiar with the systems, safety guidelines, and daily flow, ensuring everyone feels confident and at home from day one.
Sobre el proyecto
- Anfitrión Rake
This regenerative farm is led by a passionate team of locals and international collaborators dedicated to ecological restoration, sustainable agriculture, and cultural exchange. Their mission is to regenerate soil, biodiversity, and community ties through hands-on learning and collaboration. The team manages every aspect—from farming to hospitality—creating a space where travelers become active participants in a living classroom.
Sobre el destino
Set in the vibrant Limón region near Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, this tropical haven lies between rainforest and coastline. The area is known for its rich Afro-Caribbean culture, cacao traditions, and breathtaking natural beauty—from jungle trails to coral reefs. Nearby, travelers can explore pristine beaches, wildlife refuges, and cultural villages that embody Costa Rica’s “pura vida” spirit.
Impacto y Propósito
Through this journey, travelers contribute directly to environmental regeneration, sustainable food systems, and community well-being. Each activity—whether planting, composting, or learning permaculture—helps rebuild the soil, support local livelihoods, and spread awareness about ecological balance and collective growth.
Este anfitrión contribuye a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible
Salud y bienestar
By cultivating organic crops and restoring the land, travelers help create access to healthy, chemical-free food while improving mental and physical well-being through meaningful outdoor work.
Educación de calidad
This project serves as an open-air classroom where travelers gain hands-on knowledge of regenerative farming and sustainable living—skills they can take home and share to inspire change.
Ciudades y comunidades sotenibles
By supporting local employment and modeling sustainable land use, travelers contribute to building more resilient, eco-conscious, and socially connected communities.
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