Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Costa Rica

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Warm Costa Rican Family in Heredia and Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Looking for Help with Kids and Home We are a warm and friendly family of four living in Heredia, Costa Rica. Once a month, the mother works for a week in Guanacaste, and during that time we often visit beautiful beaches. We’re looking for a caring ......
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Volunteer at an artist's home and coffee plantation near Miramar, Costa Rica
I am a Artist and a Animal comunicator coming from Paris France and enjoying a total new life in the mountain of Costa Rica. We are a small farm in Monte de Oro, close from Puntarenas. we have a coffee plantation, a lot of animals. We are completely ......
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Chocolate making and mother’s support in a beautiful home in Ojochal, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
We’re a conscious family living in Costa Rica, raising our 16 month old daughter as naturally and holistically as possible. I have started a business making ceremonial cacao and chocolate and it’s so much work. I am in need of some help with that ......
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Experience jungle life and vibrant nature with our family in Limon, Costa Rica
jungle , family space, we are looking for someone who has knowledge and experience in gardening, cleaning, DIY projects, house work. I really appreciate permaculture and natural construction practices.
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Go natural in nature helping our guests in Dos Brazos de Rio Tigre, Costa Rica
Our hostel is located in the rainforest on a 60 hectare property with 16 kilometers of trails, all Situated right beside the famous Corcovado National Park. A perfect opportunity for outdoor nature lovers! Our specialty is the extensive, self-guided ......
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Starting a life off grid in the mountains between Punta Uva and the Panama border in Costa Rica
Dear workawayers. Thank you for looking in! We're looking for help with general garden work, starting a permaculture food garden, basic building projects (which are mostly fun) and occasional housekeeping. Stays of three weeks or more will be ......
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Help cultivate a permaculture farm in middle of the beautiful jungle in Puntarenas Costa Rica
We are seeking individuals with a positive, tranquilo attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine willingness to contribute their skills and ideas with enthusiasm. Volunteers are expected to help 4–5 hours per day, with 2 days off each week. Our ......
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Educational butterfly project in Monteverde, Costa Rica
We have room**** Dec 10 to Dec 31 *****that's all. We are an educational facility that has been operating for over 30 years. As one of the first tourist attractions in Monteverde we have a long standing reputation for excellent tours and beautiful ......
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Join us as a surf camp volunteer in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Our Surf Camp is located in the jungles of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, and a short ride to Playa Tamarindo beach -- We provide a unique opportunity to experience the authentic Costa Rican way of life -- Through daily surfing, camping, yoga, remote beach ......
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A special place in the mountains of San Jose de la Montana, Costa Rica
Welcome to our project in Costa Rica! Our family recently moved here with the dream of developing our property into a space for gathering and sharing ideas about sustainability, meditation, and health. Our property spans around three acres and ......
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Explore rural jungle life in the mountains of the Costa Rican Cloud Forest near Turrialba, Costa Rica
If we take a few days to respond, don't worry, we are probably just at the cabin and don't have service. The Project is a large, 100+ acre rain forest reserve 8 kilometers (!) into the rural mountains of Costa Rica. The cabin is often in the ......
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Learn about our sustainable projects and experience authentic mountain life in Santa Elena, Costa Rica
Welcome to our little mountain home and heart-driven project tucked away near Sámara, Costa Rica. This is a place where animals, nature, and people come together — surrounded by forest, fresh air, and unforgettable sunsets. Life here moves at a ......
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Join us in our jungle hotel and hostel in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Dear Wonderful Volunteers, We are absolutely delighted to welcome you to our charming hotel and hostel, perfectly situated on the edge of the jungle between the lively towns of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. This is an exceptional opportunity for ......
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Surrounded by nature, animals and the most amazing views in our eco resort at Lake Arenal, Costa Rica
📍 About Our Location Shores of Lake Arenal—one of the world's largest man-made lakes—we are a 33-year-old gem undergoing an exciting transformation. Our property combines a boutique hotel, craft brewery, and sustainable farm, all surrounded by ......
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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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Grow, learn and live off-grid in the jungle of Savegre, Costa Rica
Hi, I’m Mickey, the caretaker and manager of the farm. In 2021, I made the decision to leave the rat race behind and move to Costa Rica in search of a more peaceful, self-sustaining, and fulfilling way of life. Since then, I’ve been dedicating my ......
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Become part of our family in Limón, Costa Rica
Hi there, I'm a Mom with 3 boys ages 9, 12 & 14. We live in a big old 5 bedroom house nestled in the jungles of Puerto Viejo, on the South Carribean Coast. We have 4 dogs; 3 poodles and 1 rescue. We live a 5 minute walk from a safe, beautiful beach ......
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Coastal Paradise in Cobano, Costa Rica
I am a single woman of 60 years, living an active, wonderful life with my 3 dogs and a cat in a small beach community in Costa Rica. I am a physical therapist/masseuse by trade, with a small spa in my own home. My home is spacious, 100m from the ......
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Help a family with teaching and homeschooling in Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica
**Currently seeking someone from November 1st, 2025 . Kaya will be 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 ......
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Help us to create an ancestral wisdom centre in rural area of Perez Zeledón, Costa Rica
Our finca is a familial eco project which the aim is to create a school of ancestral wisdom. Our dream is to create a place where the visitors can connect with nature and themselves in order to live in harmony with their surrounding ecosystem. We ......
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