Sustainable Community Sarapiquí, Costa Rica

4.5
(37 reviews)37

A natural environment to learn to love our surroundings

Help a sustainable project
28 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
34 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
28 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

16h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Content Writer
Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Web Developer
Help develop and maintain websites.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

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Amount

US$ 2

Per day

Fee pays for

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Description

The extra fee required is for dinner, which is not included; you may choose not to pay and cook for yourselves, it is optional As with weekends, meals are not included

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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.
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.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, 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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Gardening tasks, tending the vegetable garden, sowing, harvesting and maintenance, the creation of murals, and you can enjoy a friendly and entertaining environment. Activities outside the farm, interaction with local people. Social support.

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Requirements

  • Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 60 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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37 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Sustainable Community

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 34 Get in touch with nature
  • 28 Meeting international travelers
  • 27 Meeting locals
  • 24 Immersing in the local culture
  • 23 Learning about sustainability
  • 22 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 27 15. Life on land
  • 12 17. Partnerships for the goals
  • 9 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 7 7. Affordable and clean energy
Savannah

United States

4

There is so much to learn & see at the community. Allade takes care of you immediately with great food & a welcoming heart. But some issues were of concern. Her dog is aggressive & bit me. Allade took care of me but he lives inside after previously being outside. There was also family drama that intervened w volunteers. There are a good amt of bugs & dirt, but everyone contributes to cleaning shared spaces. The farm is secluded from town but Allade has 2 bikes for you to use whenever. The river is 100% a must go activity after work. I wish you the best Allade & thnx for having me!!

4 months ago


Allade replied

If it's a farm, there are many mosquitoes and other insects because there is a lot of scrub; this can't be avoided. The cleaning is shared because it is the responsibility of both parties. The dog isn't well; its neck was injured, and that's why it was left free to heal; it's a dog that is tied up. It is aggressive toward other dogs. But she touched him while he was eating, and she had been told to be careful, but she didn't. Of course I was concerned about him; it was very little, and I even offered to take him.

Daniel

United Kingdom

5

Tita is absolutely lovely and incredibly helpful. It's hard work but fun and immersed in the rainforest and once you're done you have the whole afternoon to yourself. Would definitely recommend!

about 1 year ago

Skylar

United States

5

Amazing time at Finca! Tita was the best host and so welcoming.

over 1 year ago

Orlando

United States

5

My time at the community was by far one of the best farmstay experiences I've ever had. From the moment I arrived Allade treated me like I was part of the family & did everything she possibly could to make me feel comfortable & at home. The work was at times strenuous but always very satisfying. I definitely will be returning someday & would 100% recommend this opportunity to anybody looking for an authentic Costa Rican farm experience. Muchas gracias tita por todo lo que hayas hecho por mí y compartido conmigo. Jamás voy a olvidar esta experiencia tan linda que me brindaste. Nos vemos pronto💚

over 1 year ago

Athénaïs

France

5

I had an incredible stay with Allade and his family. They are very kind people who make you feel like part of the family. I was able to learn a lot from them, and especially improve my Spanish.

over 1 year ago


Allade replied

Thanks to you, you are a very friendly and helpful person, just like many I have met here. As I have said, my home will always be open for you to come back. I hope things go well for you.

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