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Cacao Apprentice and Ancestral Wisdom

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The experience

Connect with the land by reclaiming roots and the wisdom of the past. Contribute to organic farming from seed, focusing on cacao cultivation and local fruits. You will participate in harvesting, food preparation, and caring for farm animals. We are seeking volunteers passionate about agricultural traditions and the countryside to learn together a sustainable lifestyle. We look forward to welcoming you!


What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

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

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 13 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Volunteers will contribute US$13 per day to cover the costs of meals or board, or to fund our organization.


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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

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

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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 Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Beginner Spanish or Beginner English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

We are seeking committed volunteers who want to learn about ancestral knowledge, cacao, and organic farming. We expect a proactive attitude, respect for nature, and willingness to collaborate as a team. In return, we offer a space for cultural exchange, ongoing learning, and harmonious living on the farm.


Activities & Shift

Monday to Friday schedule (weekends free to rest or explore the area). The general schedule is from 07:00 to 13:00, including a break from 10:00 to 11:00 for lunch. The schedules may have some flexibility depending on field tasks or the weather.


Rules

We encourage mutual respect, empathy, and open communication. Care and responsible use of the farm's common areas, tools, and resources. Keep the break area clean and cooperate with the overall order of the space.