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What you offer

16h

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

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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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.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Fast Internet Access: High-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.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

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: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

Join us at our cozy boutique hotel in Playa Avellanas, Costa Rica! Just a short walk from the beach, we have three private villas and are looking for a friendly volunteer to assist with guest check-ins, room cleaning, laundry, and maintaining our lush gardens. You'll have plenty of free time to explore the stunning beaches and vibrant town, all while enjoying the relaxed, tropical atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a blend of help and paradise

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Requirements

Beginner English
Between 28 and 34 years old
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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6 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

5 Get in touch with nature
5 Meeting locals
3 Practicing English
3 Immersing in the local culture
2 Practicing Spanish
1 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

2 12. Responsible consumption and production
2 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
1 8. Decent work and economic growth

Fruzsina Lilla

Hungary

I was welcomed by a loving, friendly, homely and livable environment. I became richer with lots of experiences, knowledge and laughter. I felt safe and in good hands. I would come back again anytime!

9 months ago

Ada

Poland

My time in Playa Avellanas was awesome! Justin is a great host and made me feel welcome from day one. The work was light and accommodation fantastic. The town is small, but really nice, and located near a surf beach. I highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable Worldpackers experience! :)

10 months ago

Anika

Germany

I volunteered at a small Airbnb in a quiet surf town. The tasks were light—cleaning one of the three apartments every few days. The place is very remote, so without a car you are pretty much depended to the host or you need to hitchhike to get groceries or back and forth to the next bigger city. There's not much to do unless you surf, but the beach is beautiful and peaceful. I shared the house with Justin, the relaxed and communicative host. I had my own bed and bathroom, and access to the kitchen. I ended my stay a bit early to explore more of Costa Rica, which was no problem at all.

8 months ago

Audrey

United States

My first Worldpackers experience in Avellanas, a peaceful town near Tam. I came with an open mind and left feeling a strong sense of community. The work was light—housekeeping, yard upkeep, and ensuring everyone had a good time. The people were friendly, and I loved meeting travelers + locals. It was a great opportunity to connect with nature and others, and I left with more love and compassion for myself. Justin is very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient when it comes to teaching me how to surf. If you're seeking a meaningful, relaxed experience, this is the place! Thank you Justin!

11 months ago

Vanessa

Peru

I really enjoyed my stay at the guest house, the tasks were very easy, and I always had time enough for going to the beach, using the pool or going around. I also got surfing lessons, my room and the accommodation was just perfect, surrounded by nature and enjoying fresh fruits from the trees which was such a plus for me! Thanks Justin 🙌🏼

about 1 year ago

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