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United States
I had such an amazing and wonderful experience at the host! Everyone there was so welcoming. They went above and beyond to make sure you felt at home! I learned so much and It was such beautiful experience learning about butterflies, host plants and the local culture. They brought me to so many places around Costa Rica and I would %100 do it again!
4 months ago
United States
This was an amazing experience! The host made me feel completely at home from day one. They were warm, patient, and genuinely passionate about sharing their knowledge. I never felt like an outsider despite my lack of Spanish. The other volunteers, when I went, were also amazing, which made the experience even more special. I left not only having learned so much about butterflies, plants, and conservation, but also with memories and connections I'll carry with me for a long time. I cannot recommend this experience enough!
5 months ago
France
Alberto and his family are so lovely, very nice and always ready to help if you need anything. For me, it was too quiet and I feel I didn't have enough work to do or learn about butterflies but I didn't stay for a long time, so maybe it can explain this. I was bored for most of the time, and the family doesn't speak english, so I felt lonely. But again, they are nice, smiling and the nature surronded by butterflies is stunning. I recommend this experience better if you speak spanish !
9 months ago
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are sorry to hear that you felt lonely during your stay. As your visit was quite short (only four days), it can be difficult to fully enjoy the project, the daily activities, and the learning process.
Most of our volunteers speak English, and our main butterfly farm team also speaks English. Many volunteers join us to enjoy a local nature experience while learning or practicing Spanish.
Colombia
This is a great place if you are looking for a different learning experience surrounded by nature. The place is beautiful, and you can learn all that goes behind butterfly houses. This while sharing with amazing people who will be more that happy to teach you about the country and their biodiversity. Jenny and her family are the sweetest people ever, and you can see the love they have for this place. The tasks vary a lot and there is always something new to learn and do. It's also nice that they motivate you to bring your own skills and interests. Thanks for this amazing month! :)
10 months ago
Netherlands
I had an amazing time at Vida de Colores. They made me feel at home really easily. I loved how much they loved sharing their culture and nature. We did many things together, like going on trips for example, but they’re also really chill and give you the time and space to be alone when you need it. The work is really relaxing and gratifying, and you have a lot of freedom within the work. Most importantly, they are all extremely friendly and welcoming. Would 100% recommend!
11 months ago
Germany
I had a great time at my stay in the host. Everyone is very open and nice and they make sure to make you feel at home and like part of the family. The work with the butterflies is relaxing and you always have a say in what tasks you can and want to do. Because I like to paint my tasks included painting a lot of signs and other stuff.
We also did other activities like visiting a volcano or viewpoints which was so fun.
In conclusion, I feel like it was such an amazing experience and I will miss the people I have met there and became friends with.
11 months ago
United States
I loved my time at the host. Alberto and the rest of his family truly made me feel at home. The food was great, and I felt like I was contributing to meaningful work on their the host. I learned so much about Tico culture and butterflies. This was truly an incredible experience I would reccomend to anyone seeking to reconnect with nature and contribute to a sustainable project in a meaningful way.
over 1 year ago
United States
I had an amazing experience at the host! Alberto and his family were incredibly welcoming and committed to making sure I had a valuable experience. I loved learning about all of the butterflies, caterpillars, and plants, and well as learning about local wildlife. If you are volunteering during the rainy season make sure you come prepared with an umbrella and rain jacket as well as shoes that can get dirty. I am also very appreciative that they catered to my vegan dietary restriction and all of the food was delicious! Thank you so much to everyone at the host!
over 1 year ago
Netherlands
I stayed at the host for almost 1 month. I have learned so much about butterflies and wildlife here. The family is very welcoming and showed us around, took us to sunsets and other beautiful places. The work is easy and flexible but needs attention as you are surrounded by butterflies. It is a very interesting experience. I had the chance to share this experience with other volunteers which allowed me to connect socially. Also having 3 days of allows you to explore other places and move around wich is really nice. Definitely recommend, however keep in mind it is quite remote ;)
over 1 year ago
Canada
Alberto's family and friends were amazing, they treat you like you are a part of their family and always check in on you. They taught us a lot about Tico culture, and helped me with my Spanish vocabulary. They took us to pretty and memorable places in the area. I made a lot of connection both with the locals and international travellers. We had lots of fun hanging out with them. the work that you do really connects you to nature and is enjoyable and easy I miss them already and would definitely recommend them! Muchísimas gracias Alberto, Diana y Jenny por todo y ya extraño el the host !❤️🦋✨
over 1 year ago
