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Hi, I’m Mickie, the caretaker and manager of the farm, an off-grid jungle sanctuary in the Savegre area of Costa Rica.
In 2021, I left the fast pace of city life behind and moved to Costa Rica to create a more peaceful, self-sustaining, and meaningful way of living. Since then, I’ve been working to regenerate this land through permaculture, food forests, natural building, and simple off-grid living in close connection with nature.
Our farm is a place for people who enjoy fresh air, meaningful projects, beautiful surroundings, and a slower rhythm of life. We are surrounded by jungle, rivers, waterfalls, wildlife, and edible plants, and we welcome volunteers who are genuinely excited to contribute to a growing land-based project.
We are especially happy to host mature, respectful, hands-on people who enjoy outdoor work, simple living, and being part of a peaceful environment. At the moment, we prefer volunteers aged 24 or older.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Proyectos artísticos
Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos
Jardinería básica
Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»
Cuidado de animales
Ayuda en una granja
Ayuda doméstica
Intereses
Agricultura
Autodesarrollo
Sostenibilidad
Videografía
Música
Bricolaje y manualidades
Carpintería
Dibujo y pintura
Fotografía
Actividades al aire libre
Senderismo
Yoga / bienestar
Naturaleza
Fitness
Acampada
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
This is a place where cultural exchange happens naturally through daily life, shared work, and conversations about farming, philosophy, nature, sustainability, and different ways of living.
You will have the chance to spend time with both Mickie and Mimo, our local Costa Rican team member, who works with us 5 days a week and has cared for this land for around a decade. Mimo planted the original food forest and brings valuable knowledge about local plants, traditional farming methods, and Costa Rican culture. Working alongside him is both educational and grounding.
Volunteers can learn about permaculture, regenerative farming, tropical food production, off-grid living, and practical problem-solving in a jungle environment. We sometimes also come across indigenous artifacts on the land, such as ancient grinding stones once used to prepare corn and grains, which is a beautiful reminder of the deep history of this place.
This experience is ideal for people who want more than just accommodation — it suits those who want to learn through doing, connect with the land, and share daily life in a real and meaningful way.
Ayuda
We are looking for motivated, practical, and easygoing volunteers who enjoy working outdoors and do not mind getting their hands dirty.
In general, volunteer help may include building garden beds, planting trees and edible crops, maintaining and expanding the food forest, landscaping, light maintenance, caring for animals, and helping keep shared spaces clean and harmonious. Some projects may also involve building small structures such as a chicken coop, arbors, drying areas, or other simple farm improvements.
Because we only ask for around 3 hours of help per day, we are best suited to volunteers who are efficient, self-motivated, and happy to contribute with a good attitude.
We are especially interested in hearing from people with any of the following experience:
Stick welding
Rope access or mountain climbing skills, especially people comfortable working while suspended with a harness
Natural building, especially someone who could help lead the construction of a clay, adobe, or superadobe chicken coop or similar structure
For volunteers with these more specialized skills, we may be able to offer a bit extra depending on the experience and the project.
No advanced experience is required for general farm help, but if you do have special skills, please mention them clearly in your message.
All volunteers are required to sign a volunteer waiver upon arrival.
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Hungarian: Fluido
Español: PrincipianteEste anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
I would love to practice spanish language.
Alojamiento
We offer simple but comfortable off-grid accommodation immersed in nature.
Volunteers may stay in a private cabin with a double bed, bathroom, and shower, which is ideal for solo travelers or couples looking for privacy and tranquility. There is also a shared main house with a communal kitchen, bathroom, and space for relaxing or sharing meals. Extra mattresses can be provided if needed.
We live fully off-grid, with limited electricity and no regular Wi-Fi, so this is a good match for people who are comfortable disconnecting from screens, slowing down, and spending time in nature. Life here is peaceful and beautiful, but it is also simple and rustic, so flexibility and a positive attitude are important.
Because we only require around 3 hours of volunteer help per day, we do not provide free meals as part of the exchange. Volunteers should be prepared to cover their own food.
That said, we do offer fresh farm-to-table meals 3 times a day for $10/per day total. Meals can be adapted to your diet when discussed in advance. This is a convenient option for volunteers who would like farm-fresh, home-cooked food during their stay.
Seasonally, bananas, plantains, coconuts, herbs, fruits, and vegetables from the farm may also be available to enjoy, although availability depends on the season and what the land is producing at the time.
The local grocery store is about 15 minutes away if you prefer to buy and prepare your own food.
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In your free time, you can enjoy our private waterfall and swimming holes on the property, which are perfect for cooling off, relaxing, and reconnecting with nature. There are also nearby hiking trails leading to more waterfalls and beautiful places to explore.
For people interested in local adventures, we can help arrange rafting through a trusted local agency, as well as cacao ceremonies and other traditional experiences with local facilitators.
We can also help with transportation:
SJO Airport pickup: $150
Quepos pickup: $20
Local bus stop pickup: $10
If you need transport, please arrange it with us in advance.
We ask everyone who comes here to be respectful, open-minded, and mindful of the shared space, the land, and the off-grid lifestyle. This is a peaceful jungle home, not a party hostel, and it is best suited to people who appreciate nature, simplicity, and a calm atmosphere.
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
To access the property, vehicles should have high ground clearance, especially if crossing the river by car. 4x4 or 4WD is recommended, but not always necessary — some larger trucks and vans with 2WD can manage the crossing without issues, depending on river conditions. Low-clearance vehicles (like small sedans) are only suitable during dry-season. If you're unsure, feel free to ask in advance — we can help arrange transportation or meet you nearby.
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She worked hard, picked up new skills quickly, and showed genuine care for our animals, spending time with both the cats and dogs. Marike was very… read more
The work was fun and diverse and afterwards I had the whole day for myself, lots of free time which I filled with hanging out by the river, reading or going for walks. Mickey is also very helpful in arranging other activities that you might want to do, we… read more
She… read more
Its an incredibly beautiful area with jungle and river. The property is so big that you have to hike for 20 minutes to get to the other side (cool, right?) There is a big fruit forest and with Miki you'll get to try many fruits… read more
They took part in all aspects of the project with a… read more
We had an amazing time at Mickey’s finca. Communication with him was always easy and straightforward, and he made us feel welcome from the start.
His property is huge and incredibly beautiful, with its own waterfall and natural swimming holes that we enjoyed almost every day. Being off-grid without… read more
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She worked hard, picked up new skills quickly, and showed genuine care for our animals, spending time with both the cats and dogs. Marike was very… read more
The work was fun and diverse and afterwards I had the whole day for myself, lots of free time which I filled with hanging out by the river, reading or going for walks. Mickey is also very helpful in arranging other activities that you might want to do, we… read more
She… read more
Its an incredibly beautiful area with jungle and river. The property is so big that you have to hike for 20 minutes to get to the other side (cool, right?) There is a big fruit forest and with Miki you'll get to try many fruits… read more
They took part in all aspects of the project with a… read more
We had an amazing time at Mickey’s finca. Communication with him was always easy and straightforward, and he made us feel welcome from the start.
His property is huge and incredibly beautiful, with its own waterfall and natural swimming holes that we enjoyed almost every day. Being off-grid without… read more
the property itself is sooo nice you feel a bit like you're in heaven. the… read more
The property and its surroundings are beautiful, with many waterfalls and swimming holes.
Having the river and the wildlife as a soundtrack to fall asleep was amazing, and the overall atmosphere there is very peaceful and relaxing.
If you are looking for a place to… read more
