Permaculture Education Project, let's change the world!

United States

5

I loved my time here!! Shirley and Yeilin were so kind and nurturing, I felt very welcome here ❤️ I loved our shared meals and conversations, and I learned so much during my time here. I got to milk a goat for the first time and the baby goats were adorable!! The land is so peaceful and the people are amazing, I highly recommend this work exchange.

over 1 year ago

Germany

4

Shirley & Yeilin were the most warm & welcoming hosts. We were surprised by how deep our conversations went, just in a few days of knowing each other, but we really enjoyed our interesting and funny exchanges. The food was great, the animals lovely - especially the dog Molly :) - and we were inspired by how closely they live with nature and fight for environmental protection. It was a bit out of our comfort zone living in the basic accommodation and with a lot of mud (due to daily rain) but it contributed to an authentic experience and is just something to be prepared for.

8 months ago

United States

5

I had so much fun at this farm! Not only were the hosts smart and ambitious but they are creative and have very open minds. I enjoy the way they work with nature, never against it. Very recommendable :)

over 1 year ago

United Kingdom

5

Shirley and Yeilin were so welcoming and kind during my stay. Everyone there spoke Spanish (5 other volunteers, unusual I think!) and I am a beginner so it was really hard work understanding most of the conversations, but I I think I learned a lot. I learned about cutting and curing bamboo and prepping a field for planting passionfruit :) They were always eager to answer questions. I also hurt my ankle (outside the farm) and they were very kind and helped me with treatment and rest. Lots of chickens, refreshing cold shower, lots of mud, interesting people, healthy food… recommend!

over 1 year ago

Belgium

5

If you have the chance of coming to the finca, do so! I had a wonderful time connecting with nature, the family and myself. Cheerly and Yeilin are amazing, warm and caring women as well as great cooks. They were very patient and helpful in helping me improve my Spanish and animated the most interesting conversations during our meals. The work itself was positively intense and very rewarding. Depending on whether other volunteers are present you'll have a lot of free time to spend with yourself or the volunteers. I definitely recommend taking books and other things to occupy yourself :)

almost 2 years ago

Czech Republic

5

I had a great time on this family farm. I really recommend this volunteering opportunity especially because of really nice and positive people, great food and beautiful nature around it.

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

Shirley, Yeilin, and Maria are the absolute sweetest and most welcoming hosts. I had so much fun living and working alongside them. The work is not strenuous at all and it was so awesome to learn about all of their sustainable practices. I always looked forward to each meal with them. It was a really great opportunity that I cannot recommend enough!!! Do bring lots to read (a lot of free time)!

almost 2 years ago

United States

5

I had an incredible time at the project. From the moment I arrived, the whole family made sure that I felt welcome and comfortable. They were very kind and patient in helping me work on my Spanish. I also learned a lot from them about permaculture from our morning work. I enjoyed afternoon walks on the road they live on. I would definitely recommend bringing gloves and a book or other activity for the afternoon. I would definitely go again!

about 2 years ago

Germany

5

This was my first volunteering experience with Worldpackers and it was amazing! Volunteering with Yeilin is a great way to learn about culture and food of Costa Rica as well as organic agriculture/permaculture. The family and their friends are very kind and respectful. I feel like I experienced real local, rural life here. We only spoke Spanish, which was perfect for improving my language skills. The work during my stay was mainly planting seeds and trees. I also enjoyed the free time in the hammock with a good book or went for a walk along the „road“ up or down the mountain.

about 2 years ago

France

5

Great family experience! Yeilin and Shirley are so kind! The farm is in the middle of nature, really nice to rest! I did different manual works during my stay (remember to bring gloves). You will also have a lot of free time for yourself, so bring some books :)

about 2 years ago

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