Permaculture project Nosara, Costa Rica

5.0
(109 reviews)109

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This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
100 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
90 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
88 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

3h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 30

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities

Description

30 dollars for the homemade breakfast and maintenance fees. Transport to activities, as well as surf boards.

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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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

Our intention is to make our place a beautiful paradise for all travelers who want to visit us. So they can enjoy and rest in nature And one of the ways that we would like to explore is bioconstruction. So some tasks would be: *Prepare clay mixes. *Build in wood. *Build in cement Additionally, gardening and cleaning work is also carried out. In the free time, you can have fun surfing :) Dance Lesson Hike to the waterfall

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 45 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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109 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Permaculture Project

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 90 Get in touch with nature
  • 88 Meeting locals
  • 86 Meeting international travelers
  • 83 Learning about sustainability
  • 78 Immersing in the local culture
  • 65 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 96 15. Life on land
  • 73 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 24 2. Zero hunger
Cecily

United Kingdom

5

I had the most fantastic time at the project. I couldn't ask for a more welcoming and supportive environment. Manrique is a kind and fun host, who provides the space for creativity, skill learning, and socialising. I would recommend volunteering here to anyone and everyone. You are living in the jungle, with beaches on your doorstep and opportunities for salsa dancing/capoeira/surfing/volleyball/music every day. I will always be thankful for the project, and the times I shared here with locals/other volunteers. 10/10 stars every day :)

about 2 months ago

Lesego

South Africa

5

Manrique and Marco were wonderful hosts! if you want to improve your Spanish, they accommodate to your request. We did a variety of things while on the farm and got to learn so many things about sustainable living, caring for plants and living like locals. He took us to the beach everyday and taught us how to surf! We went to a salsa party, did capoeira and overall got the ultimate Pura Vida experienceπŸ’ƒThe other volunteers were also such a pleasure to be with! Lots of great convos and good balance between work & fun. The experience was calming and you leave having learnt so much!

2 months ago

Kaat

Belgium

5

I had an amazing time and I'm truly grateful for everything. Manrique is an incredible host: kind, flexible, and patient. He always spoke slow Spanish to help me learn and improve. He genuinely wants volunteers to experience the local culture and shares the best places and activities. I'm so grateful I met you, Manrique. It was inspiring to see your passion for this project, and I can't wait to see it grow. This was one of the best experiences of my life. Don't hesitate to comeβ€”you won't regret it!

3 months ago

KlΓ‘ra

Czech Republic

5

My time here was really short due to my personal travel complications. But I would like to thank Manrique for his kind communication and flexibility. Would love to come back someday.

4 months ago

Jenna

Canada

5

I absolutely loved the project! It was my first solo travel experience and it was better than I could have imagined. Everybody, including the locals, was so friendly and welcoming it really made it feel like a home away from home! I recommend this experience to anyone looking to become more in touch with nature and themselves :)

4 months ago

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