Help us with manual labor while you enjoy wild Costa Rican nature

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals: 13 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

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

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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.

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

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space 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.

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!

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

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

The Experience

Join us on our beautiful 10-acre property in wild Costa Rica! We’re looking for someone who enjoys physical, hands-on work to help with tasks like planting, moving materials and heavy stuff, cleaning the land and houses, and assisting with small remodeling projects. If you love nature, don't mind getting your hands dirty, and want a peaceful retreat in exchange for your help—this is for you!

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Requirements

Fluent Spanish or Fluent English
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Eco Lodge

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

13 Meeting locals
11 Immersing in the local culture
8 Get in touch with nature
7 Meeting international travelers
6 Developing social awareness
5 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

3 8. Decent work and economic growth
2 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Josefine

Germany

It was really nice to stay with the family. They were really caring and fun! Their project was really nice and interesting. I'm happy that I was a part of it :) I wasn't the biggest fan if the location in the city, cause I was looking more for nature. But their property in the countryside was so, so cool! Loved it

about 1 year ago

Heather

Canada

Such a wonderful group of humans who truly embody the spirit of Worldpackers. I cannot recommend them enough. Paula is so caring , considerate and approachable, constantly checking in to make sure you're comfortable. Shirley and Alan are such kind-hearted, generous stars. Shirley is so inspiring (as a human, as a business woman, as a mother) and Alan is honestly one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet and a jaw-dropping cook. The accommodations are fantastic as well. I know I'll remember this for a very long time and I'm so grateful I applied here.

over 1 year ago

Ewa

Poland

It was an amazing experience. The family is very loving and helpful. I highly recommend, I felt at home thanks to the family beautiful atmosphere. Work in Marketing hours were flexible, very good communication and pleasant to work with.

over 1 year ago

David

Germany

We loved this experience. We were living remotely in a province called Perez Zeledon in a beautiful house with the other volunteers. The house is surrounded by plantations with all kind of fruits (mostly bananas and coffee). We planted avocado trees, yuka and sugar cane. There is a little river running by the property and we really enjoyed taking a dip in the natural pools. Other tasks consisted of some handyman work like building some furniture for ourselves or a compost. The Ramirez family is extremely nice and welcoming and their vision is beautiful. Would highly recommend this stay!

over 2 years ago

Chase

United States

The Ramirez family is absolutely amazing. As soon as we arrived at their house we immediately felt at home and welcome. They were very good at translating for us because we are learning Spanish. The entire family is so outgoing! The house is only about 15 meters from the house from the farm and both are beautiful, the work is very light and fun! The locals are amazing! It starts raining around 1PM everyday so get out there early! Around by 5 or 6. I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants to connect with green, beautiful nature. I plan on returning to this experience in the future

almost 3 years ago

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