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Restore the rainforest, plant trees and discover fascinating insects and wildlife in Costa Rica’s Caribbean jungle 🌿🦋
Únete a nuestra familia en Barra de Pacuare, un paraíso caribeño escondido donde la selva, el río y la mar se encuentran.
Vive en un entorno auténtico, observa animales, aprende sobre ecología, comparte con voluntarios y disfruta de una vida sencilla.
Una experiencia de voluntariado única, ética y transformadora 🧘🏼🌱🪲🫶🏼
20 hours of help per week
Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Amount: US$ 33 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: This is a non profit organisation so fees are use to maintain the camp, pay food and material for the activities. Includes 3 meals a day and hosting.
2 days off per week
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.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
🌿 Restore the Rainforest & Discover its hidden Wildlife
Are you fascinated by insects, curious about wildlife & passionate about nature? Join us for a hands-on experience in the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast.
At Las Ranitas, reforestation and biodiversity go hand in hand. Every tree we plant contributes to restore natural habitats and create better conditions for wildlife.
🌱 What will you do?
> Help restore the rainforest
- Plant native trees and support reforestation activities
- Care for young plants and help maintain restored areas
> Discover the fascinating world of insects.
- Observe insects and other small creatures in their natural habitats
- Look for butterflies, beetles, ants, spiders and others
> Explore local wildlife
- Keep your eyes open for birds, monkeys and more
- Learn to appreciate the diversity of life found in tropical ecosystems
Discover how plants, insects and animals depend on one another.
🦋 A different kind of nature experience
You don't need to be expert in insects or wildlife. Curiosity & respect for nature are what matter most.
Whether you're an insect enthusiast, an aspiring naturalist or simply someone who loves discovering the natural world, this experience offers opportunities to learn through observation and practical activities.
Please remember that wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions. Animals and insects live freely in their habitats, so every day brings different possibilities.
💚 Become part of the journey
At Las Ranitas, we believe that restoring nature starts with small, meaningful actions.
Join us in protecting biodiversity, supporting rainforest regeneration and discovering the incredible life hidden among the trees.
Come with curiosity. Leave with a deeper love for nature 🌿
🌱 Reforestation & Tree Care
Get your hands dirty and help restore the rainforest! Participate in tree planting, care for young plants and maintain reforested areas. Discover why native trees are essential for healthy ecosystems and wildlife habitats.
🦋 Insect Observation & Discovery
Discover the fascinating world of tropical insects! Observe butterflies, beetles, ants and other small creatures living around Las Ranitas. Take time to notice their colors, behaviors and habitats, and learn about their important roles in rainforest biodiversity.
🐒 Wildlife Observation
Keep your eyes open for the animals sharing this tropical environment. Depending on natural conditions, you may spot monkeys, birds, insects and other rainforest inhabitants. Discover how different species interact with their surroundings.
🔎 Explore Rainforest Biodiversity
Learn to look beyond the obvious! From tiny insects to towering trees, explore the connections between plants, animals and their habitats. Every walk offers an opportunity to notice something new.
💚 Hands-on Conservation
Become part of everyday conservation efforts at Las Ranitas. Contribute to practical activities that support forest restoration and biodiversity while discovering the challenges of protecting tropical ecosystems.
Typical day is:
Breakfast at 8 AM.
Work from 9 to 11 AM.
Lunch at 12 PM.
Work from 3 to 5 PM.
Dinner at 7 PM.
There is no interaction with the animals; we are not a rescue center.
We focus on prevention and preservation.
We firmly believe that interaction with humans is not good for wildlife; our goal is simply to provide them with good living conditions and ensure that their population does not decline.
A portion of the cost must be paid in advance, with the remainder due no later than the day of your arrival. No refunds.
You must respect the premises, other people, and the established work schedule.
You must exercise great caution regarding the sea and the jungle.
This is not a party destination.
To reach us, take a bus to Bataan ($10), followed by a taxi ride to the location where the boat will be waiting for you (approximately $20).
The round-trip boat transfer costs $70.
This includes a fishing excursion and a boat trip for wildlife observation.
GROUPS AND FAMILIES ARE WELCOME.
VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE.
GROUP TRAVEL OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE.
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
