Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Costa Rica

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Help with our guesthouse while exploring the beauty of Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
Hola! We are a small guesthouse located in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica steps away from a beautiful black sand beach and a five minute walk to downtown Puerto Viejo. We offer an immersion into nature in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. This ......
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Become part of creating an off-grid jungle and beach project in Burica, Costa Rica
Hi all you adventurers!! Many years ago I decided to learn how to surf. I googled longest lefthanded wave in the world and Pavones, Costa Rica and Puerto Malabrigo, Peru popped up on my screen. I decided Costa Rica because of the cheaper price. I ......
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Creative people welcome to be part of the project in Savegre, Costa Rica
We’re a small family with two young kids (4 and 6), and in January 2026 we made the big move from Germany to Costa Rica. It was something we had been dreaming about for a long time — a life that feels more connected, slower, and closer to ......
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House sit in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
We have a property in the heart of Santa Teresa beach with few places that we rent in a high season. We love jungle nature, surfing, permaculture..We are a couple from US. We are looking for a friendly English speaking couple to help us with some ......
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Take part in some tropical rainforest conservation projects at a remote biological reserve in Santa Elena, Costa Rica
UPDATE: We have had a very exciting and busy season with our bird project /conservation efforts in the cloud forest of Costa Rica. We still have much to do so we have reopened our posting and are currently seeking 2-3 people wishing to assist us ......
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Outdoor tasks and home help by the beach in Uvita de Osa, Costa Rica
For Now , I need help on May 2026 only. Hello there, my name is Pamela! I first used Workaway last year while traveling through Europe, and it was truly one of the best experiences I have ever had in my life. Before discovering Workaway, I used ......
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Help a family with teaching and homeschooling in Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
Kaya is 16 and studying Grade 11 level material. I accept people who are willing to stay one month minimum but my preference is for you to stay 2-3 months or possibly longer if we are a good fit. If you have any equestrian experience it would be ......
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Nature, beautiful beaches, and afro-caribbean culture in Cahuita, Costa Rica
We are managing the Lodge in Cahuita. We need happy volunteers willing to help with energy
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Live like a local, help and learn on an off grid and 100% solar farm in Puntarenas, Costa Rica
We are an organic place where you can live with a zero carbon footprint — a place created to care for nature, animals, and plants. Nestled deep in the tropical Costa Rican cloud rainforest, our off-grid farm is on the road to becoming ......
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Join us in our small beach surfer town in a national park in Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Our cultural trade program is a fun and popular experience to do a variety of things while also having peace and relaxation at the beach. We look for: -Reception -Community Service -Social Media/Photos/Website -Artists -Teaching/Tutors ......
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Live in our beautiful and unique place and care for our animals in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Hi! I haven't been on here for a while - that's why my reply rate is so low but don't be afraid, we need help starting now! We are a family owned small rental property business. Hotel & Coffee Shop. Our property was entirely hand built by my dad ......
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Join our farm near the beach in Pavones, Costa Rica
Hi I’m Frank, I was born in Alabama and went to college in Wilmington, North Carolina. I’m an avid surfer, whitewater kayaker and snowboarder. Another passion of mine is permaculture. I’m in charge of a cattle and horse farm that includes a large ......
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Join us in the jungle & beaches of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Dear Adventurer, WELCOME to our charming hotel and hostel, situated on the edge of the jungle between the lively towns of Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park. This is an exceptional opportunity for anyone eager to immerse themselves in the ......
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Join our family and with some fresh ideas for our eco-hostel in Quepos, Costa Rica
Availability for 1 person starting July 13, 2026 Hello, Workawayers! Come live life to the fullest in Costa Rica and join our American/Costa Rican Family. I am Esteban, and with my brother Zack, we work with our two amazing Costa Rican maids, ......
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Content creators and English teachers to join us in Matapalo, Costa Rica
Hi! We love to relax and enjoy being in nature and are also dedicated to having a significant positive effect in the world. We have nice, comfortable accommodations surrounded by nature on the beautiful Osa Peninsula. The Osa is one of the most ......
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Discover the jungle while taking part in a regenerative reconnection project in Cortes, Costa Rica
We provide three meals a day for volunteers. The food is plentiful, healthy and made from natural, unprocessed ingredients. Meals are mainly prepared by me, Mélanie, one of the project’s founders. Volunteers may occasionally be asked to help with ......
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Join our friendly guest house in Puerto Viejo, Limón, Costa Rica
✨ Important: Only people who read the full profile and requirements will be considered. LAT MIN OPENING POSITION : April 16thth 2026 TIL April 30 2026 🌱 Important Note 🌱 This is a work exchange, not a free place for holiday. We value people who are ......
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Join our creative boutique project above the surf in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Hi from Santa Teresa, Costa Rica 🌊🌿 We are Melanie and Silvan from Switzerland and are currently creating our boutique project – a small, design-led hideaway above the surf with ocean views and a deep love for detail. Santa Teresa is a unique mix ......
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Looking for a person helping on our finca in Altos del Socorro, Costa Rica
We are a Swiss Family who moved to Costa Rica in Sept. 2021. We bought a big Finca (35ha) and are still in the beginning phase of our project. We noticed that plans and visions change all the time, so we are going with the flow. At the moment we ......
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Help on our finca and enjoy peaceful environment in Nicoya, Costa Rica
We are a Canadian couple in our 60s and have been living in Costa Rica for 17 years now. We live on a finca (farm and land). We have land chores and always have something to do. We also have horses, dogs and cats. We welcome some help and the ......
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