Eco Lodge Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

4.5
(16 reviews)16

Assistant in the volunteer house in the beautiful Caribbean

Expand your environmental consciousness
15 travelers felt they returned from this experience with a greater environmental consciousness
Learn about sustainability
14 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
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.
Night Shift
Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.
Tour Guide
Organize and lead tours around the city.
Administration
Help with booking systems and payments.
Reception
Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
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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.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
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.
Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

This is a family run volunteer house in Puerto Viejo dedicated to environmental and social programs, located in the jungle just 5min away from the beach. Support our local team with coordination of arrivals and welcoming new visitors, help with questions and support on daily activities, coordinate general cleaning, kitchen duties and weekly guest activities. If you are a flexible openminded active person please contact us!

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Requirements

  • Fluent English and Fluent Spanish
  • Over 26 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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16 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Eco Lodge

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 15 Developing environmental awareness
  • 14 Learning about sustainability
  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Developing social awareness
  • 11 Meeting international travelers
  • 10 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 9 17. Partnerships for the goals
  • 8 13. Climate action
  • 6 4. Quality education
Arsen

Serbia

5

Planet Conservation is a multidisciplinary project with a wide spectrum of activities, all leading to one goal — the protection of our planet. If you're passionate about ecology, education, and personal development, this will be the perfect place for you. The working conditions are top-notch, and tasks are planned a week in advance. Any additional skills and knowledge you may have would be highly appreciated. There are several nature reserves and beaches in the vicinity and you'll be able to see many exotic animals and try different tropical fruits. Highly recommended!

3 months ago

Jafet

Costa Rica

5

Amazing opportunity! I was doing social media, so it was pretty active and so ial! I enjoyed my time there a lot!

4 months ago

karla

Chile

5

It's a nice place where you can help out with different projects. It's best to stay for more than a month so you can get into the swing of things and get organized.
Thanks to Ms. Yomari and Marlen for the delicious food every day. 🙏❤️

5 months ago

Alyssa

United States

5

This was my first Worldpackers experience and it was so much more than I expected! I loved working with the local kids and helping with recycling projects, both were super meaningful and hands on. Beate and Federico were so welcoming! The vibe was laid back but purposeful 😊 I loved the variety in each day and meeting people from all over the world. The food was delicious, and they were amazing about accommodating my gluten allergy! 🙏🏼 I came for the experience, but left with lifelong friends and a full heart ♥️ Highly recommend if you're coming to Costa Rica! PURA VIDA 🌞🌴🌊

over 1 year ago

Lena

Germany

4

Beate and Federico are very nice hosts who take care of their project and the volunteers. The place is nice and right in the jungle and you are always welcome to bring in your own ideas :) They are very flexible and always helping out if something is needed. The food is great and Leo does its best to create tasty meals every evening. When I was there, there were 3 other lovely Worldpackers Volunteers, and it was great to connect with them :) Just one thing to notice for further volunteers, is that in the volunteer house, there are also many German volunteers at the age of around 18.

over 1 year ago

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