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Farm Gardening & Planting at Our Tropical Oasis

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The experience

You will be responsible for planting, growing, and maintaining a variety of tropical fruits and vegetables. Experience with gardening or farming is required, as we’re looking for volunteers who are passionate and skilled in cultivating crops. Location: Our farm is only a 6-minute walk to the stunning Cocles Beach, where you can enjoy the natural beauty of Costa Rica. The farm is also just a 10-minute drive from the lively downtown Puerto Viejo.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

What you get

1 day off per week

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

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

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

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

Requirements

Beginner Spanish or Beginner English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Accommodation: Comfortable lodging provided on the farm, so you can immerse yourself in the natural surroundings and relax after a fulfilling day of work.

Meals: Three delicious, home-cooked meals each day, featuring fresh produce from the farm and local ingredients. You’ll also have access to the farm’s fruits and vegetables to enjoy at any time.

Learning Opportunities:

Participate in farm tours and cooking classes, where you can learn about sustainable farming practices, tropical agriculture, and how to prepare delicious meals with what you harvest.

Take part in Spanish lessons to help you connect with locals and enhance your experience in Costa Rica.

Activities & Shift

we will show you the plants that need planted and taken care of.

Rules

Must have a passion for gardening and growing food, and experience with planting and farm work.

A positive, enthusiastic attitude, and a willingness to learn new skills and adapt to life on the farm.

Ability to stay for a minimum of 1 month to 3 months