Interested in volunteering or a work-trade opportunity? We host a limited number of volunteers and individuals who offer work-trade services during the year and help with a variety of tasks including cleaning and hospitality as well as property maintenance, gardening, permaculture. We’re also always looking for people who have construction skills. We are providing a highly valuable and unique experience that includes room and board in exchange for volunteer work. For more info please visit one of the following work exchange programs and then contact us through those websites or directly through our contact form:

• Workaway: https://www.workaway.info/en/host/663463267992

• Wwoof: https://wwoofusa.org/en/host/26616-agritourism

General Overview

Amenities/Benefits:

• lots of fresh cultivated food and fruit in season including wild berries and other fruits and plants that grow wild in the jungle

• fresh air and natural spring water- peace and tranquility- high speed internet (we do not have a TV)

• opportunities to visit local swimming holes and waterfalls (most within 10-45 minute drive of our property)

• opportunities for beach visits and some overnight beach trips

• opportunity to learn and/or improve your Spanish

Primary Duties:

• cleaning and hospitality (depending on season)

• gardening/permaculture/weeding

• construction for those who are interested in carpentry or construction

Where you'll sleep and eat:

• You'll be sleeping under a tent or carport canopy either on a cot or hammock and we have a dedicated outdoor bathroom and shower facility.

• We cook and eat meals in the main house and provide a variety of healthy ingredients from both the farm and local stores.

Volunteers help with:

• clearing trails and hillsides with tools like a machete, weeding sickle, weed trimmer if you have experience.

• general property maintenance

• road maintenance (the road leading to the property is dirt and requires regular maintenance)

• creating terraces, paths and steps

• planting, growing, and harvesting vegetables and fruit.

• small DIY projects

• specialty projects like solar and spring captivation

• photography and videography

• cleaning (maintaining common areas)

• cooking (associated with any shared meals)

Expectations

• you'll generally be helping 4-5 hours/day 5 days a week. Schedule will vary depending on projects in progress, season, and weather.

• we are looking for hard working person/s who don't mind physical tasks that can be hot and dirty at times. You'll be using a lot of hand tools like shovels, hoes, rakes, pick axes, etc. You'll be doing a lot of walking on steep roads and trails. Temperatures are fairly mild but you are going to sweat a lot because of the humidity.

• our property is very steep with paths and roads criss-crossing the property... so you'll need to be fit in order to enjoy the full experience.

• you'll need to be a good listener, follow instructions and work independently at times

• we often start our day by 6:30-7:30 am to beat the mid-day heat. If you cannot rise and be ready for work early, then please do not apply.

• we lead very busy lives and while we will like to socialize, there will be many times that we'll be focused on our own projects. Also, keep in mind that our property is quite isolated being about 30 minutes by car from the nearest town and with no public transportation. If you desire to be close to cafes, shops and other attractions, our property might not be a good fit.

• we recommend you have your own primary source of income from a part-time online job or other source. Some minimal compensation may be offered to those who are staying for an extended period.

• we live a healthy lifestyle and encourage volunteers to do the same, especially when it comes to substances. We expressly prohibit alcohol and recreational drug use during working hours.

• while we try to accommodate various diets, anyone that has a very restrictive diet or many food allergies would not be a good fit.