Handyman within the Nature Reserve

United States

4

Overall, we enjoyed our experience at the Jungle Cabin. We learned a lot about land reforestation and the importance of preserving indigenous wildlife and ecology. The work we did was physically demanding but doable. It is important to bring clothes that protect you from the sun and that you are willing to get dirty. They respect the work hours. The beach is about an 1 hour walk away, sometimes you can hitch a ride from the locals who are very welcoming. Gerda's food and desserts were amazing! She accommodated to a gluten allergy, which is very appreciated! We would recommend to nature lovers.

almost 2 years ago

France

3

A first week of sharing and exchange where I learned a lot about construction, electricity. A more mixed second week. Often alone for activities. And so I think it's a place where you have to be with several volunteers. Sometimes I ate alone. Too bad after a physical and intense work I was hoping to exchange. Same for work. And when I was taught something I had to reproduce and watch out for mistakes. I feel like they need workers more than volunteers. At the end, the place is magnificent and what they do for nature is worth stopping for a few days.

about 2 years ago

Kobus replied

Nasseira was an excellent volunteer on our project. She was the only volunteer for the two weeks that she spend on the project. Her stay was at a time when all three of our team members had medical issues (Influensa)and had to keep our distance.
Nasseira worked her hours and was free to spend her time to her liking. Our shcedule as hosts is different - on some days we work untill after 22h00 when our clients needed support, and that caused us to only enjoy our dinners once we returned home.
We put a lot of effort into giving each volunteer the opportunity to learn new skills, but we also expect the volunteers to stay connected to the task in hand, especially while planting tree seedlings - seedlings take months to grow and prepare before they are transplanted, but can be destroyed in seconds if not handled correctly.

Argentina

5

Una experiencia hermosa, aprendi un monton sobre plantas, vida en la finca, aprendi a manejar herramientas, los anfitriones son muy buenas personas super trabajadoras, pacientes, todo el tiempo ayudando y enseñando,compartiendo todo,la comida es muyyy rica!!!,el.lugar es hermoso, me llevo la mejor experiencia!!graciassss♥️♥️♥️

6 months ago

Kobus replied

Thank you for visiting our project.
It was a pleasure to be your host.
Hope to see you soon.

Argentina

5

La la reserva fue una gran experiencia para mi. Es un proyecto excelente en el que buscan generar un impacto positivo directo en el ecosistema. Pude conectar con la naturaleza y aprender mucho sobre reforestación y conservación del medio ambiente. Los horarios de trabajo se respetan perfectamente. Algunas tareas pueden ser un poco pesadas para quien no está acostumbrado, pero vale la pena poder colaborar en un emprendimiento de esta envergadura. Estoy agradecido de haber podido vivir esta oportunidad única.

7 months ago

Kobus replied

Thank you for your effort on the project. I appreciate your attitude and positive outlook on life.
Much appreciated.
I hope to see you again sometime in the future.
Regards
Kobus

Chile

5

2da vez que hago voluntariado aqui, ahora en época de lluvia y siempre son nuevas y divertidas tareas. Siempre te sientes parte del proyecto familiar y bienvenido. Se disfruta mucho la paz del lugar y por supuesto las comidas de Gerda. Es como una mamá lejos de casa. Esta vez me tocó pintar la entrada principal y algunos letreros para las cercas de la finca. Tienen muchos proyectos interesantes, no se arrepentirán de pasar por este hermoso y calido lugar.

10 months ago

Switzerland

5

Kobus es un pozo de conocimiento. Me enseñó mucho acerca de las plantas, los animales, del ecosistema de la zona. Me fascina su manera de explicar con detalles las interacciones de los seres vivos de la la reserva. El trabajo realizado por la familia es gigantesco y queda mucho por hacer, pero los resultados se empiezan a notar , y la lenta restauración del bosque trae sus frutos. Pude observar animales salvajes y oír el canto de muchas aves. Todos los miembros de la familia fueron muy amables y pacientes para bien explicar cada cosa de forma muy tranquila.

about 1 year ago

Kobus replied

Thank you for all your passion, energy and effort you brough.
Your passion and love for nature shows and it was our privilege to have you assist on the project.
I hope to see you again.

Spain

5

Mi experiencia como voluntario en la the reserve de the reserve ha sido fantástica! El trabajo que hay que realizar es bastante físico, pero Kobus el primer día observa tus habilidades y está atento para darte una tarea que puedas realizar. Kobus, su mujer Herba y su hijo Dion son encantadored y nos han tratado fenomenal. Siempre dispuestos a ayudarnos con cualquier cosa y a enseñarnos lo que tenemos que hacer si no sabemos. Si te interesa la naturaleza pregúntales hacerca de plantas y animales porque saben un montón. Además, la comida que cocina Herba está súper rica. ¡Sin duda lo recomiendo!

about 1 year ago

Kobus replied

Thank you Jaime,
You came with a great attitude and willingness to try new things.
We hope to see you again in the future.
Thank you for your time and effort you have put into your stay.

Argentina

5

Es un lugar increíble para conectar con la naturaleza y aprender mucho sobre ella.

about 1 year ago

Kobus replied

Thank you so much for your great attitude and willingness to try new things.
We hope to see you again in the future.
Thank you for your time and effort you have put into your stay.

Spain

5

Kobus, Gerda i Dion aconsegueixen fer-te sentir com a casa. Són atents, amables i amb les idees molt clares. El projecte és una contribució real al manteniment del medi-ambient que permet despendre's de tots els motlles socials i culturals actuals, els quals ens allunyen de la nostra connexió amb la natura, per acostar-se a un món menys artificial on les plantes i els animals en són l'essència. És un voluntariat on no només aprens, sinó que t'omple i en tot moment et sents útil i realitzat, amb el fi d'assolir un objectiu global. Gràcies!

over 1 year ago

Kobus replied

Lluis joined our project and embraced the very different jungle life we offer.
He was a great help in taking care of our chickens, watering trees under the hot sun and mowing grass.
Lluis extended his stay and is a part of the team and will be missed when he leaves.
Thank you, for the great attitude and the effort you put into restoring nature whilst on our project.

France

5

Très bon accueil, nourriture abondante et hôte très convivial.

over 1 year ago

Kobus replied

Thank you Valerie and Yvan for visiting our project and assisting with all the tasks on hand with experience, a positive attitude and a huge smile.
We appreciated your positive energy and that you have chosen to stay longer.
All the best on the rest of your trip to Bocas.
Kobus, Gerda & Deon

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