Join Our Reception Team in Paradise - San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

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Connect with international travelers: 10 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 6 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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What you offer

25h

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

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

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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.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, 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 Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

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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Stay at least: 4 weeks

Stay up to: 8 weeks

The Experience

Looking for a meaningful volunteer experience in a peaceful natural setting? Casa de Olas, just outside San Juan del Sur, offers a calm and inspiring environment. We're seeking organized, friendly volunteers to help with reception tasks. Ideal for those who enjoy nature, quiet surroundings, and being part of a respectful, committed team. Join us and make a real impact while enjoying Nicaragua’s beauty.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Intermediate Spanish
Between 18 and 40 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Be from outside Nicaragua
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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11 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

10 Meeting international travelers
6 Get in touch with nature
5 Practicing Spanish
4 Practicing English
3 Meeting locals
2 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 5. Gender equality
1 6. Clean water and sanitation

Maria

Romania

I had an amazing experience at the hostel! Generally the hostel has a very relaxed vibe, the work itself is pretty easy once you understand everything - there is almost a week of training before you start working by yourself which made me very comfortable. There is a room shared only between volunteers, we got breakfast included, we could do our laundry for free and take the shuttles to the town and beaches for free. The town is a little far away but personally I never had any problem with the shuttle schedule Would definitely come again if I'll have the opportunity!

about 2 months ago

Rosa

Ireland

I had a really great experience at the hostel. Danny, his family and the team were lovely. The work itself is easy and there is training (& support if you need). You get free breakfast, free use of shuttles and sometimes other perks. The hostel is a little out of town but the shuttles help a lot (although I did walk a few times when the times didn't suit). The hostel itself has a nice pool, great view of the sunset, pool table and very well equipped kitchen. You share a room with other volunteers. I loved the family dinners. Overall great first volunteer experience :) Gracias!

3 months ago

Ruthie

United States

This was a wonderful volunteering experience near the beach in Nicaragua. Danny and the team were all lovely, welcoming, and kind. Everything was explained beforehand, work was as agreed upon, and there's training before you're ever on shift alone. The work isn't hard but requires attention to detail. The Casa is a bit outside the city, and you get transportation into town or to the beach to chill or surf. It's really helpful if you speak some Spanish and know a little about Nicaragua. The best sunsets you'll get, and flexible schedules for traveling. 10/10 recommend!

4 months ago

Florence

United Kingdom

I've volunteered in 6 hostels while travelling and this is by far my favourite one! Danny was an excellent host, he set out the role perfectly on a call before I arrived and allowed 1 week for training once I get there so I was super comfortable. The volunteers have their own shared room away from guests, making it more private. Breakfast is included and volunteers also get the benefit of taking the shuttle for free. The town is a little out the way but not a problem as we can take the shuttle when we like. The hostel itself is a gorgeous place to hang out with the most incredible sunsets

5 months ago

Sarah

Brazil

The hostel is on top of a hill, with an amazing view and beautiful sunsets everyday. It is a chill place, recommended for chill people, since the city is a bit far and you dont have a lot of mobility. The work at reception is nice, you can connect with guest, practice languages, and also full of details and processes, so needs attention. It was a good experience to learn new tools and to be resilient. The room is shared with other volunteers, you have your own locker and a bathroom inside. Mattresses and pillows need to be changed.

6 months ago

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