Be a tour guide in breathtaking Golfito, Costa Rica! :)

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
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Connect with nature: 9 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 9 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Tour Guide: Organize and lead tours around the city.

Additional Fee: This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 10

Per day

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Benefits for travelers

Description

$10 daily contribution helps cover meals for volunteers as well as other general expenses for volunteers such as transportation, laundry, etc. :-)

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What you get

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.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

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!

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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May

Stay at least: 2 weeks

The Experience

Looking for once-in-a-lifetime adventure and breathtaking views? Come be a tour guide in our amazing Golfito! We are a family-run Costa Rican tour company based in the southern region of Costa Rica. We receive tourists from all over the world ready for adventure-based tours, such as canyoning and jungle treks. We love volunteers who are eager to learn and can adapt to an ever-changing environment.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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9 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Camping

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

9 Get in touch with nature
9 Immersing in the local culture
7 Meeting locals
6 Practicing Spanish
5 Meeting international travelers
3 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

6 13. Climate action
6 15. Life on land
5 3. Good health and well-being
3 14. Life below water

Paulina

Guatemala

My time in Golfito was truly incredible and immersed in nature! We had lots of adventures, I met other volunteers, and Fernando is super nice, understanding, and flexible (with schedules, dates, work, activities, etc.) Every day was so fun. But don't expect everything to go exactly as planned because the environment is very dynamic, so schedules and activities can change (tours may be canceled or added last minute, or you may be asked to help with different tasks as needed). Lineth's cooking is so good and the family is overall very welcoming and warm. I would definitely volunteer here again

6 days ago

Alessia

Italy

This was one of my favorite experiences! If you like adventure and nature, this place is for you. Every day is not the same. Some days you work at the finca on some projects and other days Fernando takes you on the tours to learn how things work and make sure everything is ready for the tourist season. A few tips - make sure to drink lots of water, get some snacks as you'll be very active and hungry, bring clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting wet and dirty ;) With this experience, I got to live the local culture, go on adventures, and explore a lot of places - Pura Vida 🌺

about 1 month ago

Linda

France

This experience was unforgettable.Fernando took us on free jungle tours where we practiced rappel and discovered amazing places. I also helped at their little school, and I loved the teaching part , it really pushed me out of my comfort zone and kept me close to Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity. Linneth cooks delicious dishes three times a day, their daughter is super sweet, and Damien, the student with them, was also great company. What truly makes this experience special is the family's kindness and generosity. People from CostaRica are so warm, i can only recommend this experience😇

4 months ago

Rebecca

United States

My experience here with Fernando and his family was everything I had hoped for and MORE. They made me feel so welcome and always included me in activities. Be prepared for lots of adventure! Only come here if you are in love with nature. Linette makes great food and she fed me three times a day every day. I will miss everyone here and busco the dog. Muchas gracias por todo! 🫶🏼

5 months ago

Elisa

Italy

Volunteering in Costa Rica was truly one of the most unique experiences of my life. I would recommend this to anyone looking to discover the real essence of this beautiful country. It allowed me to fully immerse myself in the Tico culture. During my time there, I had the chance to explore some incredible parts of southern Costa Rica. I really loved the people, the nature, the food.. everything! This experience is not only about helping, but also about growing, learning, and connecting to nature! Thanks so much Fernando & Linneth!

6 months ago

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