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my experience there was great!! I have the opportunity to learn a lot on how all of this work, working on Canva making sign, organizing an Halloween party, and helping in the hostel. the staff is amazing and you can meet a lot of people. I would recommend it 100%!! 💯

Daniel y Anita fueron personas amables, respetuosas y con buena disposición para enseñar. Fue un gusto realizar el intercambio cultural. Les volveré a recibir.

1000/10 experience. I absolutely adore this family and their community.

Sam and Lauren were pure joy to have around, they were able to help out in various odd thing, building projects, gardening, even cleaning out my messy kitchen. I welcome them back anytime they are in the area.

Un chico muy muy amable y dispuesto. Fue un gusto su paso por nuestro sitio. Lo recomendamos

Hola fue un gusto recibirlo durante el mes de enero en nuestra casa y lugar de trabajo. Súper bien predispuesto en cualquiera de las áreas donde le pedimos su ayuda. Súper recomendado.

Dear Jia, We want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything you have done for our NGO. Your contribution to fundraising and the many other things you helped us with truly made a big difference. Because of you, we can continue our work and support the community, especially the children. Your kindness, your energy, and your dedication inspired all of us. You were not only a volunteer, but a real part of our family. We are so grateful for your time, your ideas, and your generous heart. Thank you for believing in our mission and walking this journey with us. We will always remember your impact. With deep gratitude

About the Host Chris is a truly special person — generous, patient, kind, and thoughtful, but also strong, intelligent, and funny. Earlier in life he succeeded in the “rat race,” building wealth and traveling widely, but chose to step away and dedicate himself to running a non-profit focused on helping others. Getting to know him and his mission was deeply inspiring. During my stay, Chris treated me like family. He offered guidance when I needed it and often invited me along to the beach or the farmer’s market. I felt welcomed and included from day one. About the Farm The farm in Diamante Valley is beautiful and peaceful, set beside a breathtaking river. It’s a place to reconnect with nature and slow down through simple, healthy living. There’s abundant wildlife, three wonderful dogs, and it’s a short walk to the famous Nauyaca Waterfalls — truly unforgettable. What I Learned I harvested coconuts and made fresh coconut milk and granola, prepared homemade hot sauce, built compost, practiced chop-and-drop mulching with banana palms, helped fill tropical raised beds, supported the plant nursery, and cared for the greenhouse. Beyond practical skills, I valued walking the land with Chris and hearing his perspective on sustainability and intentional living. He’s a patient and thoughtful teacher. What I’ll Miss Afternoon waterfall hikes. Fresh coconut milk each day. Shared dinners and conversations. Cooling off in the river. Sunrises over the farm. The open-air cabin. And the constant sound of rushing river in the background. If you’re ready to work hard and live simply, I highly recommend this experience. You’ll learn, grow, and likely leave inspired. Chris — thank you for welcoming me for a month. I hope we stay in touch. Much Love 🙏🌴✨

Arttu was amazing ! Exelent ! The best host i can have ! Nice respectfull really good hard working hes was the best !!!!hope hes came again !!!!! Thank you arttu for every think ! You are welkom home any time do you want

Timo and Alina were incredible. I have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of volunteers and they both go in my top 3. They definitely brought something to our Hostel, through their constant joyful attitude, their humour and their availability. It's one thing to be able to do your job exceptionnaly well, it's another to be wonderful human beings. Their social skills with our guests were excellent, they were continuously professional, pro active, and responsible. We only received amazing feedbacks about their work and personalities, the whole time they were with us. They will be dearly missed. If you have the opportunity to have them work with you, do not hesitate, you won't have regrets !

Abbiamo passato più di due settimane da Marco, assieme ai suoi fantastici animali con i quali la nostra cagnolina Cali si è trovata benissimo (già ci mancano!). Marco è una persona super interessante e piena di progetti e idee, la sua casa è immersa in un bellissimo bosco di sughere e lecci in un paesaggio montano magico. Le attività che abbiamo svolto sono state: spostare/tagliare rami, pulizia del pollaio, abbiamo aiutato a costruire un piccolo sistema idrico ed elettrico per una casa mobile, preparazione della pacciamatura del suo fantastico orto, cucinato, pulito e più in generale tenuto in ordine gli spazi comuni; abbiamo anche preparato diverse conserve (soprattutto nella prima settimana che è stata purtroppo molto piovosa). Ci sono stati tanti bei momenti di condivisione, abbiamo avuto modo di conoscere amici di Marco con i quali ci siamo trovati molto bene e soprattutto di provare la sua deliziosa pizza! Grazie Marco e a presto!

We were so lucky to spend three weeks! Dajana, Filipo, and Jo are incredible people; we wish everyone could meet them at least once in their life. We mainly gardened, dug trenches, cooked, and enjoyed the magnificent setting that the island and the place offer ! We immediately felt at home. A truly vibrant and luminous place ! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for this experience, which will forever be etched in our memories :)

Lorenzo has a calm and balanced temperament, which created a relaxed and positive atmosphere during his stay. He approached every task with patience and focus, even when the work was physically demanding. At the same time, his sense of humor and light-hearted attitude made daily life more enjoyable — not only during work, but also during meals and shared moments with the family. It was easy to live and work together with him, something that is truly valued here at the finca. We are grateful for his support, reliability, and the peaceful energy he brought.

We enjoyed having Tim as a volunteer at our hostel. He is a kind, reliable, and easygoing person who was a great addition to our team. He was always willing to help took and responsibility for his tasks. He brought carpentry skills, which were very helpful for maintaining and improving the property. Tim built strong connections with both fellow volunteers and our guests, helping to create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere at the hostel. We got along very well and shared several great experiences together, including hiking, surfing, and snowboarding. We are still in contact with Tim, and we appreciate the time he spent contributing to our project. He genuinely cares about people and about the hostel, which made him a pleasure to work with. We wish him all the best in the future and would gladly recommend him :)

It was truly a pleasure to have you both here at the finca for those three weeks. We really appreciated your motivation and positive energy — even when the work was tough! Planting trees, building walls, laying concrete and managing daily life with two little ones is no small task, and your help made a real difference for us. We’re especially happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and had fun along the way. Sharing meals, conversations and everyday moments is an important part of life here, and we’re grateful we could share that time with you. You’ll always be welcome back at the finca . All the best, Lili & Wolfgang

A little bit late sending my feedback, but it was an overall lovely experience! Paolo, Giovanna, and the other friends and family were so very warm and welcoming! They were always understanding, and they did their absolute best at making sure I was always happy and cared for and welcomed me like a long-time friend! I enjoyed being able to meet several people from different backgrounds. I really enjoyed my summer there, especially with how close it is to the beach :) I learned a lot about sustainable farming, and it got me out of my typical comfort zone. I loved listening to Paolo's stories and experiences, and he is such a funny and silly storyteller. I hope to visit again, or they visit me in Ireland ;), sometime soon in the future!

Riding away from Tim’s place is his held-together-by-old-shoelaces Renault. I had one thing on my mind. How much does property cost around here? I stayed here for a month and had a great time. Tim is hilarious and easy to work with. Everybody I met was delightful. The work was right up my alley. The food was delicious. The location is just phenomenal, a pristine river valley surrounded by nature. I will definitely miss hiking up the mountain and swimming in the river. Most days start with drinking coffee and waiting for the sun to peak over the mountains. Then everyone usually works until 2:00-3:00 when we stop to eat lunch together. My work consisted of lots of tree cutting, wood hauling, building projects, and refurbishing a hardwood floor but my greatest contribution is probably the coffee sock stand. The project is still in its early stages so don’t expect to be spoiled by modern luxuries. The electricity is from a generator. The roof leaks more than a porcupine's raincoat. The buildings have a lower insulation value than a slice of Swiss cheese. But every day things are getting improved. It’s great to see the progress and I can’t wait to see what it will look like when it’s finished. I do have a bone to pick with the animals. The flies, wasps, rats, and the rooster need to die. The cat should be put out of its misery. The dog would be tolerable if he didn’t bark all night long! The only normal one is the hen. Respect mama chicken she is a true survivor. All in all a great experience. Spectacular vibe all around. Thanks for having me and good luck with everything!

As soon as I arrived in Las Tunas, I knew it would be difficult to leave. It felt like such a magical place from day one, from watching plankton illuminate the waves at night, to watching the moonrise from the line up. Not a week goes by where I don't miss waking up there, smelling the salty breeze and seeing what the day brings! Nidia, Jason and Chris (even Flacco the dog) welcomed me with open arms, and helped me settle into the area right away. The work/volunteer deal is so generous, you will honestly feel like a guest for most of the day. They're super friendly, genuine, laid back, and generally a lovely family to work for. It was such a special place for me - the waves, the long beach, the quietness and the slow pace of life. From the hosts, to the guests and fellow volunteers, it really felt like we were a huge family!

Miren!!! Que placer haberte conocido y que personita mas buena eres... Muchisimas gracias por todo y sobre todo por tu compromiso que has tenido para con nuestra gente y pequeña surf house... Tienes las puertas abiertas para cuando quieras y ya lo sabes!! En cuanto a Miren (todo lo que buscas de un voluntario): - Trabajadora - Siempre respetando los horarios - Sentido común y cuidado constante de los huespedes de la surf house - Cumplimiento de las tareas requeridas - Proactiva , muy social y educada Gracias Miren!!!

Connection comes first here. The focus is on making everyone feel at home and genuinely connected to each other. There’s a strong culture of supporting the local village, and that’s not just talk — it’s actively encouraged. If you want a great atmosphere but can still lock in and get your work done when it matters, you’ll thrive here. The welcome is open, warm, and real. When you show up and do your part, it’s noticed and appreciated. The only thing you need to be okay with is a bit of unpredictability. Plans can shift and communication isn’t always the strongest point. If you can let go of needing everything mapped out in advance, you’ll be just fine.