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Ecological Reserve San José, Guatemala

5.0
(2 reviews)2

🌿 Cook, Connect, and Enjoy Life in Guatemala! 🍽️

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Immerse yourself in the local culture
2 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Expand your social consciousness
A traveler felt they expanded their social consciousness working with this host
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What you offer

5h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cooking
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
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.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

You’ll be helping us prepare delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for our guests. We love cooking together in our big, spacious kitchen, creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere. If you enjoy food, teamwork, and good vibes, this is the perfect experience for you! 🍽️✨

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Under 30 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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2 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Ecological Reserve

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 2 Immersing in the local culture
  • 1 Get in touch with nature
  • 1 Developing social awareness
  • 1 Meeting international travelers
  • 1 Meeting locals
  • 1 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 1 3. Good health and well-being

Canada

5

I loved my time at the reserve. Ivan and Patsy were very welcoming and made me feel right at home. The work was spread throughout the day with lots of free time to enjoy the beautiful jungle hostel and clear blue lake. There was always a fun lighthearted energy making the work easier and more enjoyable. I would highly recommend if you're looking for a laidback jungle volunteering experience. Thank you for everything!

3 months ago

United States

5

Me lo pasé muy bien como voluntaria en la reserva. El espacio es increíblemente hermoso y diseñado intencionalmente, y me sentí muy bienvenida y cómoda desde el primer día. El trabajo requerido es muy justo, las horas son flexibles, y disfruté pasando horas con la familia, cocinando, y aprendiendo sobre la comida y la cultura guatemalteca. Recomiendo esta experiencia a cualquiera que quiera reconectarse consigo mismo y con la hermosa naturaleza del lago y la selva.

3 days ago

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