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Portugal
Unforgettable experience staying in the reserve! The setting is incredible, so peaceful with many beautiful birds and wild orchids. Our tasks consisted of helping Martin with building and maintaining trails in his property. We also helped a bit around the house but the work was not excessive or too tiring. In our free time, Martin shared with us his knowledge of the fauna and flora around us and lifestories.The food was nutritious, filled with fresh produce at all meals. We hope many more volunteeres come to help Martin with his the reserve-tourism project!
30 days ago
Thank you so much for your help and energy. We are glad to know you've enjoyed your stay and hope you'll always bring a piece of our forest in your hearth wherever you go. We wish you safe travels and hope to see again!
United States
Great place to reconnect with nature and birds! As a digital nomad I had no issues maintaining work. The WiFi was fast, and I was there for over 3 weeks and only had 1 small power outage the whole time, so my job was not impacted. Hosts were also able to adapt to my work schedule so I could help before and after work. This was also nice because it allowed me to have something to look forward to outside of work: taking care of the birds, the trails, and the coffee plantation and garden was a great experience. Isolated, so bring cash and plan transportation properly! Fresh water and great food.
2 months ago
You have been a great help and the best steward for the 'potato witches' . The birds are already missing you. We wish you all the best with your future plans and hope to meet again <3
United Kingdom
This was a 10/10 experience for me and my boyfriend. Martin was incredibly helpful, kind, welcoming and knowledgeable about the nature and land!! We got to assist and witness the entire process of coffee from picking off the trees to roasting to drinking it each morning - the best coffee I've ever had!! The lodge is off the beaten track but Martin helped us navigate the route and collected us off the bus. It was some hard work but with lots of snacks and breaks and relaxing in the evening!! If you get the chance do this!!!!
4 months ago
We were so happy to host you and see how much you enjoyed the forest. You both brought a lot of joy and great energy to the place. Thanks a lot for your help, we hope to see you again someday!
Spain
My time on this project has been unforgettable, thanks to Martín. I learned the full coffee process, I discovered the variety of banana types it has, and I was fascinated by how it protects the primary forest. A unique place to disconnect from everything!
It's great to be surrounded by so much wildlife, from a multitude of birds to mammals such as the montane agouti or the kinkajou.
I really enjoyed lending a hand in day-to-day tasks like fixing trails, varnishing, and helping in the kitchen.
An authentic experience, full of purpose and in close contact with nature.
100% recommended! I'll be back ❤
2 months ago
Thank you very much for your help and, above all, for the exquisite dishes. We hope that the experience in the forest has been enriching. Both the forest and we look forward to welcoming you back with open arms 🤗
