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Welcome to our small 61 hectare hostel and it's 16 km of trails.
We are two Canadian owners and operators of the hostel, Val and Ronnie.
The hostel is surrounded by over 42,000 hectares of rainforest, and is a 30 minute walk from a small town and our office.
Our specialty is the extensive, 16 kms of self-guided trails that meander through primary and secondary forest with ocean views and waterways that lead to multiple waterfalls, all on our private 61 hectare, 150 acre property.
All volunteers have unlimited access to the trails.
For 17 years, we've had a clothing optional trail and since 2020, we've turned it completely into a clothing optional, naturism, nudism and clothed person hostel, all mixed together, becoming Costa Rica's ONLY naturist hostel of its kind.
Very importantly, we will be operating in a safe and non sexual environment without exceptions!
We want our guests and volunteers to be happy with no pressure from anyone to participate in this way of life, but we want people who are comfortable around partially or fully naked people.
THIS IS NOT A DISPLAY FOR PEOPLE'S ENTERTAINMENT!!!
People who make others uncomfortable will be found very fast and asked to leave!
Amenities: Wi Fi, sheets, towels, basic food (rice, beans, oil, salt, sugar and onions and garlic for the beans), cooking gas, use of washing machine (at the office, located 30 minutes from the hostel), use of storage area and freezer (also at the office).
There are excellent sandfly nets on all beds. It is advisable to bring bug spray, boots and flashlight.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceHelp with Eco ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsHelp around the houseHospitality/TourismGeneral MaintenanceHelp with Computers/ InternetCultural exchange and learning opportunities
You'll meet travelers from all over the world. You'll also have a first hand experience of the rainforest and wildlife of the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado Park, one of the most biodiverse places on earth.
You can mingle with the townspeople and guests as much as you like.Help
Help with guest questions and needs.
Everyday upkeep of the hostel - cleaning washrooms, cabins, hauling bed sheets up and down from the mountain to be washed etc...
Painting our cabins with a natural clay paint that we make on site.
Trail maintenance and raking.
Small amounts of digging.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentAccommodation
We have 18 beds in our dorm area for our volunteers and guests.
All beds have good mosquito nets, and a solid roof, right next to nature!
There are two double dorm beds, where we will accommodate couples as much as possible.
Plenty of hammocks for relaxing in your off time, and 2 well equipped kitchens.
The volunteers make the delicious onions and garlic style, rice and beans provided by us and eat when and where they want.What else ...
We're in a small village of 300 people, situated on the confluence of two rivers, The main economy of the village was based on gold mining which still exists to this day. Very slowly some of the local people are getting into tourism, but you'll have a great chance to mingle with the local culture in a place that is still very traditionally Costa Rican in many ways.
Besides the trails on our property, there is a great chance to hike in the local area.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
all vehicles can be parked at the office, 30 minutes from the hostel.
Can possibly accept pets
Only quiet pets and owners that don't want to chase and eat all the jungle bugs and animals and don't poop all over the place.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Flexible hours, Any 20 hours a week.
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The place is amazing, if you're looking for a close contact with the wildlife, it is definitely the place to be ! There is a lot of hike to do around in your free time, quite some point of view, waterfall, I've never seen so much different animals in the same… read more
He was attentive with guests, cleaning, preparation, reservations and more.
Alex was a great asset to the team, and we would 100% recommend him for any future workaway project.
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The place is amazing, if you're looking for a close contact with the wildlife, it is definitely the place to be ! There is a lot of hike to do around in your free time, quite some point of view, waterfall, I've never seen so much different animals in the same… read more
He was attentive with guests, cleaning, preparation, reservations and more.
Alex was a great asset to the team, and we would 100% recommend him for any future workaway project.
He was available when needed and his work… read more
Ron is a very sweet man, laid back and understanding. We got a bunch of projects to work on and it was pretty chill working on that, diverse tasks around… read more
It's situated in the jungle next to the Corcovado Nationalpark, surrounded by beautiful wildlife we could enjoy while sitting in the upper part of the old community house or hiking… read more
I spend 3 hermosas semanas in the hostel with my boyfriend. This place is beautiful, we were really happy to help the guests to discover the waterfalls around and show them the way to the Boa. We hiked everyday around to discover the place but also to refill the hostel with food and new sheets. We got the… read more
This isn't a volunteering experience for the faint hearted - expect venomous snakes, dark nights, and being woken… read more
They were constantly willing to give a hand and took useful initiative throught their journey.
Pleasant, reliable, dynamic, and efficient I could not hope for better volunteers… read more
There are beautiful hikes to do trought the jungle.
Our tasks were mostly : greeting the guest, cleaning the kitchens, the bathrooms, the dorms and the cabinas. We would… read more
She'll make… read more
Ron, the owner is a very sympathetic, easy going person and gave us clear… read more
The site itself is fantastic: you really are right in the jungle on the outskirts of Corcovado and you will see all sorts of wildlife. The trails are great fun and you owe it to yourself… read more
She was very receptive and friendly to fellow travelers, other Workawayers, and local workers who she befriended. She has an upbeat attitude and was very open to doing any tasks that needed to be done. Tasks she did included cleaning communal spaces, cooking us rice and beans, keeping an eye on waste removal and… read more
They were responsible for running the jungle hostel when I wasn't here. They worked at the reception, interacting with guests, cleaning and general maintenance of our hotel. We Strongly recommend these two to anyone looking for reliable volunteers. Thanks again you two.
The work is really fun and rewarding, there's always a new project to be getting on with. The hours are flexible which allows you to enjoy hikes and the sunshine.
The hostel is clothing optional which is really liberating and… read more
The best experience ever. We wanted to stay 2 weeks and we stayed 1 month. Ron is an amazing man who never ceased to amaze us and we had a great time with him. We had a lot of freedom to develop the projects we wanted and we were a part of the experience. The site is magical, unique, we connect in an incredible way. With the… read more
From daily clean ups, physical labour and hosting, she gave 110%.
She was really helpful and perfect with customers as she understood pretty fast… read more
You're truly immersed in the jungle, no walls separate you from the nature so you'll soon get used to the monkeys talkings in the morning or the cicadas sounds lulling you before falling asleep.
You'll be asked to do some projects like cleaning the common areas, keep the hiking trails… read more
She was a great help to the hostel. Very efficient, reliable and professional.
Always positive and smilling, she made the guests feel welcome and at ease, plus she would entertain them with her beautiful guitar playing!
Having an eye on details, she did her best to keep the kitchens and other spaces as clean and… read more
I recommend this place to anyone who wants to have a great time in the jungle !
The work was very easy and enjoyable, and we were free to schedule our… read more
In the middle of the rainforest far from civilization, Ron and Val have created a truly magical place. I felt… read more
She put in a great effort and was a top volunteer.
Thank you for the wonderful… read more
You experience the wild life of the jungle and feel the good vibes the place and Ron offers. It was very… read more
We enjoyed having Will work with us here, he has excellent customer service skills and has a willingness to make people feel comfortable.
Do not hesitate to take on… read more
He got along very well with all the guests, went hiking and hung out with them in the evening.
Besides this he helped us preparing the hostel for the main season which meant cleaning and preparing all the rooms and many small jobs he did very clean and fast.
It was a pleasure to host Sergio.
Ron, the owner of the Hostel is a very sympathetic, easy going person and gave clear instructions. I was there before the hostel was officially opened so I helped him getting ready for the season. The work was fair and easy.
When not working you can explore the wonderful hikes which belong to the hostel… read more
You can choose between different projects to work on but they usually don't take long and are fun.
Also keeping… read more
They had a positive attitude and an easy-going mindset. Their proactive sense of organisation was shown as they were able to notice what was missing or what was still needed to be done and took the initiative to do it.
Joey and David always kept our hotel as clean and tidy… read more
Since we got accepted to volunteer there we had a feeling that it will be something special but in reality the whole experience turned out to be even better than we could have expected.
To get to the hostel, you have to take a short 30min hike through the rainforest. The hostel itself is… read more
Thank you very much for all your help at the hostel and for helping with the projects that with no doubt now make the hostel more beautiful!
Thank you for being so helpful with guests and for making them have a nice stay.
It was a pleasure to have you two here as volunteers.
You are super responsible people, proactive and very cool… read more
We’ve got to make a beautiful group of friends from all parts of the world✨
Our over 2 weeks stay here were perfect
Hope to come back again,
Sofi and Nahue
Valerie as well. I really enjoyed time there. It's my pleasure to recommended for all passengers. I love it
Thank you very much for creating this little slice of heaven. I truly enjoyed my stay. Tucked away in the jungle on Osa pensinsula, one can truly experience a deep connection with Mother Earth. I discovered that I am a nudist at heart and didn't feel any discomfort being fully naked both in the common areas of the hostel as on the… read more
Workwise this is the place for you if you like working independently. There… read more
The work was fair to everyone, guests related tasks, cleaning, bringing supplies, gardening, etc and… read more
He was immediately part of our "family". Always with good vibes and a smile for everyone.
He's very reliable and responsible, motivated and always ready to help in every kind of situation.
I liked his ability to make our guests and other volunteers feel at home.
I assure you that Mirko… read more
Everything flowed easy and we had a lot of fun.
She has great attention for detail, is self motivated, weather it was cleaning bathrooms or guest rooms, cooking or gardening.
I… read more
What an amazing time I had at this hostel! Ronnie is such a chill and lively host. The site is so beautiful, surrounded by such a dense and diverse jungle. It was an experience for sure; never have I been able to walk around a real jungle butt naked! Was a really comfortable experience,… read more
We strongly recommend Jordan… read more
They were very welcoming with all our guests and made them all feel comfortable. They’re both passionate people who get involved in any task… read more
me and my girlfriend have experienced this unique hostel and found it amazing.
what a pleasure to be naked in the nature. Ronnie and Val are really nice and open minded.
we recommand this experience for anybody who want to live something unique and peacefull in the heart of the jungle.
A lot of cultural exchange… read more
Responsible and driven are words that describe him well, and when given a task, he gladly carries it out and doesn't finish until it has been done the right way.
During his stay, we have had quite a few people here -… read more
It is so peaceful here , the trails are incredible, and Ronnie (the owner) is laid-back, patient and helpful.
The tasks here are quite nice and varied, and you can choose your own… read more
As we were the only people in the first three weeks we enjoyed pure wilderness, seeing the sunrise every day, having heavy thunderstorms making a river crossing back to town impossible,… read more
We had a blast staying 4 weeks here. Everthing was perfect and words cannot describe how much we enjoyed spending time in the hostel.
This is unique owned by two lovely people : Val and Ron. They made our stay very confortable even when the place was full. Ron always managed to make our stay the most ideal.
The… read more
This is a very special place. close to the village but quite remote. Everything has to be carried up on the challenging way… read more
Ron and Val were very welcoming, we met amazing people and the work was really chill (cleaning the hostel, welcoming guests)
There is beautiful trails around that you Can Do (waterfalls, jungle...) And animals and insecte to see !
You just have to know that to go to this place… read more
I will definitely be visiting again.… read more