Come to our ranch in Guatemala and work with horses!

Portugal

2

My experience at the Finca didn't go how I expected. I applied as an english teacher but when I arrived I was asked to work at the restaurant as a waitress. I explain I didn't feel comfortable doing that so I was ask to leave earlier the place. Otherwise the facilities were good (I had my own private room) and the staff was welcoming. I believe if you go there to work with the horses is an amazing volunteer opportunity!

almost 2 years ago

United Kingdom

5

I had an amazing time staying here and they even took my out to experience a local Guatemalan Christmas! The maintenance work was different and had tasks from sanding and varnishing chairs to planting trees. All the staff were really nice and understanding. I would recommend being able to speak a bit of Spanish as it will help a lot. I would definitely recommend!

almost 2 years ago

United Kingdom

5

I enjoyed my stay at the guest house. Once I had a couple days to settle into life there (mainly the bugs!) I felt very comfortable. The accommodation is basic but has all you need and the food availability was great - I ate well here. The staff are friendly and helpful, most speak little English so it is a good place to practise Spanish. Once Maria had returned she took the time to get to know all us volunteers and made sure we were settled and had enough work to be getting on with in the day. Days off were flexible and the work itself was good. Thank you for my stay!

about 2 years ago

United Kingdom

5

Although I didn't get to spend long at the guest house (the staff were really understanding when I had to leave early due to family circumstances), I really enjoyed the time I spent there! You work with the horses in the morning, and have most of the afternoon free to explore the gorgeous area! Everyone was very kind, and it was a great way to practice my Spanish, as not many of the staff speak English. Although there are lots of bugs (you're pretty much in the jungle), and the accommodation is quite simple, it's very peaceful, and a great place to be!!

about 2 years ago

Germany

5

I really liked my stay at the finca, the whole area is full of beautiful nature. In the morning i worked with the horses (fed and cleaned them) i didnt really have much experience riding or with horses in general but the guys working there were always there to help!:) All in all the staff is really nice but it's better going there speaking at least a little spanish. I would really recommend this volunteering for people that like being in nature, working with horses (also not being scared of them) and don't mind ticks, mosquitoes, snakes and spiders as it is kinda located in the jungle:)

about 2 years ago

Germany

5

Fincaixobel is a great place to connect to the nature surrounding you, the place they created here is really peaceful :) The cave tour we could join was very fun so definitely recommend! You should definitely bring good shoes with you, if you wanna do hikes and work with the horses cause there are ticks. The food you can prepare in the kitchen is really nice, they also have a bakery where they bake really nice banana bread and cinnamon rolls. Thanks to Maria for creating that place !

about 2 years ago

United States

5

This place was such a lovely experience. I will say i was a little skeptical in the beginning because i am not a bug girly and there is a lot of mosquitoes and spiders ( so definitely bring long pants and bug spray) but with time i really got to enjoy the tranquility of things here. there's so much nature and even with working with the horses you get to see lots of beautiful sights. the food was fresh and the people were so sweet and kind i really got to know some of the cooks. sadly i wasn't here to meet maría but i heard such good things about her and her staff really made me feel at home.

over 2 years ago

Switzerland

5

My experience with the finca was really nice. You get to ride the horses alot and the other tasks are mostly fun and easy to do. I couldn't speak one word of spanish, so in the beginning it was really hard for me to communicate but luckly the other volunteers helped me out with that alot. If you're looking for a place to connect with nature and love being around horses and don't mind mosquito bites and ticks then it is definitely the place for you:)

over 2 years ago

Brazil

5

This was my first experience as a volunteer and it couldn't have been better! All the hotel staff are super kind and friendly, they really care about us, besides the finca is very beautiful and has many different places to explore. I would definitely recommend the place to other travelers!! :)

over 2 years ago

United Kingdom

5

I had a great time at the guest house. The hotel is a gorgeous place to relax and enjoy nature. I really enjoyed looking after the horses there. Maria and the team were very welcoming.

over 2 years ago

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