Sustainable Community Barra del Pacuare, Costa Rica

5.0
58 reviews58

Rest, relaxation and collaboration for our community.

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
31 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host
This host has received 8 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature
49 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
48 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of Worldpackers’ annual plans.

Amount

US$ 21

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities

Description

Nuestros voluntarios aportaran una ayuda diaria de 21 dólares, la cual será de ayuda para la alimentación (vegana, vegetariana o carnes). Mantenimiento de nuestro proyecto, casa, artículos de limpieza, herramientas de trabajo, trabajo para los locales que nos ayudaran, mejoras del proyecto, reforestación, etc.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Stay at least
3 days

The Experience

Con tu ayuda recolectaremos de la playa plástico, , limpieza de playa madera , escuela, caminos, casa, jardines, siembras, reforestación, ayuda con nuestras mascotas 5 perros, ayuda con nuestra pequeña fabrica familiar que nos ayuda a cubrir parte de los gastos del proyecto,siempre observando la naturaleza que nos brinda el lugar, muchas pipas y tranquilidad.

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Requirements

  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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58 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Sustainable Community

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 49 Get in touch with nature
  • 48 Meeting locals
  • 43 Meeting international travelers
  • 42 Developing environmental awareness
  • 37 Immersing in the local culture
  • 35 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 31 15. Life on land
  • 17 13. Climate action
  • 7 4. Quality education

Poland

5

Had an amazing time at Roberto's project. Barra de the community is a spectacular and beautiful place and will forever cherish this experience!

15 days ago


Roberto alonso replied

Hello Paulina, we hope that you have had an unforgettable experience and that you have met many people and enjoyed our nature and animals, Pura Vida💚

United States

5

I really enjoyed my time here! I would definitely recommend it for other volunteers, you should be ok with it being a very outdoors experience and a lot of nature. Also I recommend learning some Spanish phrases before coming and to be prepared in terms of packing like towel, sunscreen, bug spray, etc. the location is not very close to cities so keep that in mind for things like atm and stores to do this before going Overall the hosts were super great and they care a lot I appreciated all the help from them.

17 days ago

Switzerland

5

This volunteering experience has been life-changing, really unique and simply exceptional ! You will be welcomed by Roberto and the whole team, who are so so kind, chill and nice people. I didn't speak a lot of Spanish but they made efforts and I actually learned a lot. I felt that the work you do is really having an impact on the nature and community there. The work is not so hard and Roberto is really flexible and understanding. The place is so beautiful, but you need to be ready to live at a place not so confortable and isolated - although totally worth it ! Just pack everything correctly !

22 days ago


Roberto alonso replied

Hola Yaelle, te agracemos tu ayuda y colaboración, esperamos te haya gustado la isla y junto a ello todo lo que lo rodea, Pura Vida 💚

Germany

5

I stayed at ecovida for 3 weeks and it was absolutely amazing. Living the lifestyle there is completely different but something everyone should experience. Roberto always makes you feel comfortable and solves any concerns you may have. The work was never too difficult and he respects everyone's abilities. We were able to hang out by the beach (party or relax)and eat the most delicious and local food (so many yummy fruits from the island). Roberto teaches you so much about the nature and all the animals that you can see on the boat rides (we even took a trip to Tortuguero!) 11/10 experience <3

24 days ago


Roberto alonso replied

Hello Kiya, we love that you liked the experience and the trips and activities carried out, I hope you learned a little about the island, the animals and that you liked everything, thank you for your collaboration and support💚

Germany

5

I had an absolutely wonderful time in the community! Roberto and everyone else was very welcoming and they really take their time to show you the nature and make your trip as meaningful as possible. The environment is very relaxed with delicious food, fun parties, and meaningful work. I had the best time meeting new people and Roberto created the perfect environment to chill and have fun. I would definitely recommend staying 2-3 weeks and bringing a bit of cash for drinks. Pura Vida!

24 days ago


Roberto alonso replied

Hello Luka, we are glad that you enjoyed your experience, that it was something wonderful and unforgettable, that you enjoyed the abundance of flora and fauna on the island and that you made great friends, thank you for your support💚

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