Guest House Sámara, Costa Rica

5.0
(6 reviews)6

Gardening and Hotel maintenance

Connect with nature
5 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
5 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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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.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
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
2 weeks

The Experience

We are looking for volunteers now to maintain and develop 4000 m2 of garden (make stools up to the waterfall, plant herbs, prune the trees, remove weeds, clean paths and parking lot) If you have experience in gardening and agriculture is a plus. In exchange for 5 hours of work, 5 days a week, a studio will be made available to you. The beach is a 50-minute walk away but there is a supermarket and plenty of hiking trails near the hotel.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English
  • Over 20 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Be from outside Costa Rica

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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6 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 5 Get in touch with nature
  • 5 Meeting locals
  • 4 Meeting international travelers
  • 4 Practicing English
  • 2 Immersing in the local culture
  • 2 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 5. Gender equality
  • 2 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 1 10. Reduced inequalities
David

Czech Republic

5

We have been with Nathan and his family for allmost three months and it was an amazing experience, we felt like another member of their family and they made sure we are comfortable. The work and tasks were very well explained and they always made sure we are enyojing it. Sometimes we had to work overtime, but it was always in agreement and when it happend we worked less the other day as compensation. As a bonus we became good friends and spend a lot of our free time together with him and his girlfriend. They showed us a lot of beautiful places, and made sure we are enyoing our time.

over 2 years ago

Denisa

Czech Republic

5

We have been with Nathan and his family for almost three months and it was an amazing experience, we felt like another member of their family and they made sure we are comfortable. The work and tasks were very well explained and they always made sure we are enjoying it. Sometimes we had to work overtime, but it was always in agreement and when it happend we worked less the other day as compensation. As a bonus we became good friends and spend a lot of our free time together with him and his girlfriend. They showed us a lot of beautiful places, and made sure we are enjoying our time.

over 2 years ago

Daleska

Costa Rica

5

I was able to practice French, English and Spanish, worked with wood, learned about cement and gardening, I worked with metal even though it was not my favorite part, it helped me understand a lot about building structures. This experience exceeded my expectations since I also had the chance to participate in the local market selling product to continue financing my trips and had the chance to try new food like Escargot, Steak tartare and delicious pastries. Just consider that the beach is not that close but there is a river, you will work out here if you like to exercise.

about 3 years ago

Zoe

Afghanistan

5

I had an incredible experience at this work exchange! I can't say enough about the hosts - they made us feel at home and treated us to the best Belgium waffles. The area where the lodge was located felt safe, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without worries. One of the highlights was the proximity to wildlife and hiking areas, offering a good balance between work and leisure. It was truly a remarkable experience that I will cherish forever!

over 3 years ago

Chelsea

United States

5

The guest house was an amazing stay with an amazing family! The apartment we stayed in had a brand new A/C, shower, bathroom, dresser, queen bed, and couch. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we could ever need. Every morning we woke up to the best smoothies we've ever had along with authentic Belgian breakfasts. Nathan and his family made us feel right at home with their kindness. We hope to return soon and could not recommend a better opportunity!

over 3 years ago

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