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******* Openings ASAP - for the month of July !!! ********
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 gardens.
Volunteers provide important backup to our incredible Costa Rican staff as they care for the longest-running place in all of Central America. As a family-run operation, we celebrate diversity and work together to create a space where everyone feels comfortable and appreciated.
Volunteers always help with Facility maintenance + Butterfly husbandry, including sweeping, mopping, bathrooms, watering, trail maintenance, composting, digging, planting, weeding, pest control, feeding the butterflies by putting out and taking in fruit, and adding nectar. We are always looking for someone who loves to cook for a crowd 🧑🏼🍳.
Aside from that, we always have 1000 other things that you can do.
We have a giant Pitbull who lives on site with Bryna. If you are good with dogs, and Argus likes you, you can always ask Bryna if you can give him some cuddles or take him for a walk. If you enjoy Lego, math, birding, and general chaos, we can see if you and Rook (our 7-year-old) hit it off.
We are always looking for people who know how to fix things, carpentry, plumbing, electric, do Tech stuff, websites, social media, art, murals, photography, marketing, fundraising, tattooing etc… if you want to share your skills with us, we would love to find a way for you to help us.
If you want to learn about the bugs or how to do tours, you are more than welcome to sit in on any of the training sessions that we are doing, or follow our training program outside of your work hours or look into our internship.
Much plant care and watering goes into keeping butterflies happy. If you would like to get dirty in Costa Rica surrounded by beautiful bugs, then this is your place!
Our volunteer facilities are rustic, and we strive to be as sustainable as possible, come ready to abandon creature comforts for the creatures!
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Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiques
Aide avec des éco-projets
Enseignement
Jardinage d'entretien
Projets DIY créatifs
S’occuper des animaux
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Accueil / tourisme
Petits travaux d'entretien
Aide informatique/internet
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Centres d’intérêt
Dev. durable
Politique/justice sociale
LGBT+
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Langues
Écriture
Soin des plantes
Cuisine et alimentation
Livres
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Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Interns will work and live in monteverde Costa Rica with many lovely options to hike and see wildlife.
You can also converse with Spanish speaking staff.
You will also work along side our Science Education Interns and are welcome to dive in and learn about entomology and science education -
Projets impliquant des enfants
Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.
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*****Two-Week Minimum Stay*****
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Volunteers will be digging, planting, caring for plants and butterflies, cleaning, sweeping, raking, developing sustainable programs, cooking for volunteers, gardening, weeding, construction, etc.
Task allocation will depend on skills.
Sustainability Volunteers -
In addition to our regular volunteers, we are also looking for someone who could stay longer, 2+ months and work with some of our sustainability projects. We currently collect kitchen waste from a restaurant in town and compost it. We also have a composting toilet, solar power shower and a small veggie garden. We are looking for someone to help maintain the existing and to help us with some new projects. Some of our future goals include a grey water system, more vegetable gardens, a food forest, and an earthen oven. The ideal person has some experience in a few of the above or related.
Science Education Intern-
10-week entomology and science communication internship at our gardens. This program is not offered through Workaway due to the simple but different application style. Please contact us for more information. We would be happy to tell you more. -
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: Courant
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Hébergement
Volunteers live in eco bunkhouse. Our off grid ecohouse is run by a small solar panel, there is no electricity.
Breakfast is made by each individual with fruit and oats as well as eggs and pancake mix.
Lunch and dinner are made for the group most days. Basic Costa Rican staples are provided, rice, beans, fresh fruit and vegetables, flour, corn flour, eggs, oats, seasonings.
Things like Peanut butter Meat bread and cheese are not provided, but can be purchased at local stores by volunteers if they need more than we provide. -
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This is an amazing opportunity to experience Costa Rican cloudforest and learn all about insects and gardening!
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Informations complémentaires
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Accès Internet
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Accès Internet limité
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Nous avons des animaux
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Nous sommes fumeurs
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Familles bienvenues
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Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
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Mes animaux
All our bugs
We have a captive collection of over 200 live insects and arachnids
Tapita
Tapita is the intern emotional support dog.
Argus
Our guard dog, Argus is a pitbull that you have to be introduced to and cleared before interacting with. once he knows you he is full of nothing but love
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7 juil. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gabor)
Gabor was a very wonderful addition to the team!
He is quite handy and has many skills which were helpful for a dynamic facility such as ours. Gabor stayed with us for over 3 weeks, and his contributions were beyond appreciated.
I can definitely say that Gabor is both a hardworking and kind individual, and he was delightful company to be around … read more
He is quite handy and has many skills which were helpful for a dynamic facility such as ours. Gabor stayed with us for over 3 weeks, and his contributions were beyond appreciated.
I can definitely say that Gabor is both a hardworking and kind individual, and he was delightful company to be around … read more
5 juil. 2026
Laissé par le workawayer (Gabor) pour l'hôte
A really unique place, I really enjoyed staying there, met some great people, and learned a bit about bugs and butterflies! The bug-loving people are a special subculture/community, which surprised me but it was definitely very entertaining. 😄
My tasks as a garden volunteer were simple: most of the time sweeping, raking, composting, weeding, … read more
My tasks as a garden volunteer were simple: most of the time sweeping, raking, composting, weeding, … read more
1 déc. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Veronika)
Veronika is great. She works hard and gets along with everyone. The gardens look much better than when she arrived.
24 nov. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Marten) pour l'hôte
I stayed here in July. During my stay, the bulk of my working tasks were connected to making lunch, working in the gardens and doing the compost. There was one more Workawayer and a lot of guides, who were doing the tours in the gardens. The surroundings were beautiful and the night wildlife did not disappoint. I was also lucky with the weather,
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7 juil. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gabor)
Gabor was a very wonderful addition to the team!
He is quite handy and has many skills which were helpful for a dynamic facility such as ours. Gabor stayed with us for over 3 weeks, and his contributions were beyond appreciated.
I can definitely say that Gabor is both a hardworking and kind individual, and he was delightful company to be around … read more
He is quite handy and has many skills which were helpful for a dynamic facility such as ours. Gabor stayed with us for over 3 weeks, and his contributions were beyond appreciated.
I can definitely say that Gabor is both a hardworking and kind individual, and he was delightful company to be around … read more
5 juil. 2026
Laissé par le workawayer (Gabor) pour l'hôte
A really unique place, I really enjoyed staying there, met some great people, and learned a bit about bugs and butterflies! The bug-loving people are a special subculture/community, which surprised me but it was definitely very entertaining. 😄
My tasks as a garden volunteer were simple: most of the time sweeping, raking, composting, weeding, … read more
My tasks as a garden volunteer were simple: most of the time sweeping, raking, composting, weeding, … read more
1 déc. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Veronika)
Veronika is great. She works hard and gets along with everyone. The gardens look much better than when she arrived.
24 nov. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Marten) pour l'hôte
I stayed here in July. During my stay, the bulk of my working tasks were connected to making lunch, working in the gardens and doing the compost. There was one more Workawayer and a lot of guides, who were doing the tours in the gardens. The surroundings were beautiful and the night wildlife did not disappoint. I was also lucky with the weather,
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23 nov. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Natalie) pour l'hôte
This has got to be one of my favourite volunteer jobs I've ever had! They were so organized with schedules so you always knew when you were working, making lunch and doing your laundry. All the volunteers and staff are so kind and easy going! If I had more time I would've loved to have stayed and joined them for their internship they offer, if you
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8 nov. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Zoe)
Zoe gets five stars in every category. She an incredibly fantastic person. Hard-Working, self-motivated, incredibly caring and empathetic. We hope to have her back!
8 nov. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hector)
Hector is a positive kind and caring person. we are incredibly grateful to have had here at the gardens. His passion for learning and contributing made him stand out as a volunteer.
thank you for all of your contributions.
thank you for all of your contributions.
8 nov. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Dmitrii & Marina)
What a positive and productive pair. Respectful and thoughtful, they left things better than how they found them.
Our team are thankful for the time you spent with us and your interest in becoming part of our community and helping us reach our goals.
Our team are thankful for the time you spent with us and your interest in becoming part of our community and helping us reach our goals.
7 nov. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Dmitrii & Marina) pour l'hôte
This experience can be split into 3 stages.
1. Down to earth. You are given tasks to fulfill, a routine is a word. Do the sweeping, clean the road from the leaves. The sweet part is doing gardening with Daniel, but that is a cheery on top. You cook once a week for all other volounteers and workers. You live in a simple house without an … read more
1. Down to earth. You are given tasks to fulfill, a routine is a word. Do the sweeping, clean the road from the leaves. The sweet part is doing gardening with Daniel, but that is a cheery on top. You cook once a week for all other volounteers and workers. You live in a simple house without an … read more
10 févr. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Valeriia)
Worked out well I recommend.
10 mai 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Emma) pour l'hôte
I had such an amazing time! This place is magical and beautiful, with a lot of knowledge to offer about bugs and the surrounding nature. I loved hanging out with everyone after work and meeting so many special people. I'll be holding them in my heart for a long time :). I found the work to be fun and reasonable. Even while working, getting
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26 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Evie) pour l'hôte
Like many others here, this was my first workaway and I had a wonderful experience!! I immediately felt welcomed into the little community at the gardens and I looked forward getting up every morning to water the plants and soak in the outdoors. The surroundings are beautiful and the gardens are very well kept and you can see all the love and
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6 févr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel is wonderful. Hardworking, lots of skills, interesting and more. She was great to have and I hope we see her again.
26 janv. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Rachel) pour l'hôte
really amazing experience getting to join the crew for a couple of weeks. the environment is relaxing, the people are available to eat together, play music, chill, hike, or also respectful of your time and space outside of agreed upon working hours. so glad I landed here and looking forward to future projects with the host!
3 nov. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rosa)
Rosa is great! She worked hard. Everyone liked her and misses her. Thanks!
25 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Rosa) pour l'hôte
I stayed 3 weeks and had a hard time leaving all the amazing co workers, interns, the gorgeous garden and beautiful bugs.
You work 5 hours a day 5 days a week, in company with your fellow workawayer and the sweetest gardener Daniel and once a week you make lunch for the whole team.
There is a lot of different people to connect with, all with the … read more
You work 5 hours a day 5 days a week, in company with your fellow workawayer and the sweetest gardener Daniel and once a week you make lunch for the whole team.
There is a lot of different people to connect with, all with the … read more
24 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jake & Agota)
Jake and ags were great. They both worked hard and went above and beyond. Thanks so much
22 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Katie)
Katie is wonderful. She fit right in and was helpful in so many ways. Thanks!
9 sept. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Katie) pour l'hôte
I spent just over 8 weeks at the gardens (4 more than planned) and loved every minute and really hope to be back soon! The place is beautiful and the atmosphere with the other volunteers and staff was one of real community and one to be cherished. The work was never dull and i loved being outside and getting stronger, especially the composting!
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9 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sherri)
Sheri is great! She works hard and is friendly. Everyone was sad to see her gom
8 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Julie) pour l'hôte
As a first-time workawayer, I'm so grateful I was able to join this team! I couldn't have asked for a better experience. David, Bryna, the rest of the staff, and the other interns all shared a wonderfully helpful, hardworking, and positive attitude that created a really good overall experience.
For two weeks I lived in the Casita, a lovely little … read more
For two weeks I lived in the Casita, a lovely little … read more
13 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Meagan) pour l'hôte
Staying at the gardens for 5 weeks was an incredible experience. I am so grateful that this was my first workaway! I felt really welcomed and I loved the sense of community that was present with everyone there. We all cooked and ate meals together, and would play cards and such after dinner. I split my time between childcare and garden work. Rook,
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14 oct. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Joseph) pour l'hôte
Working at the gardens was a great experience. Though I had to leave early because of a death in the family, I was so glad I got to spend time here. David and Bryna are friendly and accomodating. The blue morpho butterflies are breathtaking and you are literally inside the Costa Rican cloud rainforest, a walk away from night tours and all that
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10 sept. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarita) pour l'hôte
Being my first workaway experience, I didn't quite know what to expect but I'm sure I won't find many better.
David, Bryna and the whole butterfly team are welcoming, fun and supportive.
I'd highly recommend the gardens as a positive environment, place to learn a lot about Costa Rican bugs, and to explore beautiful Monteverde.
I felt the … read more
David, Bryna and the whole butterfly team are welcoming, fun and supportive.
I'd highly recommend the gardens as a positive environment, place to learn a lot about Costa Rican bugs, and to explore beautiful Monteverde.
I felt the … read more
11 août 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Julia & Alexandra) pour l'hôte
This was my first work away experience and I’m glad to say it didn’t disappoint. Both me and my cousin volunteer at the gardens. David our host was friendly and helpful. The work isn’t too bad and you usually have a schedule to follow. Morning starts by sweeping the trails and whatever project is assigned to you. Each volunteer has an assigned day
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16 avr. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Lily) pour l'hôte
This was my very first workaway and it was such a great experience! Monteverde is one of the most beautiful places Iv'e visited and it was wonderful to be tucked into the cloud forrest. The workaway itself had very clear tasks for their volunteers and I enjoyed the planting, cooking, composting, watering and hanging out with the butterflies. They
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9 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Clypto)
Clypto is the best. She worked hard and was fun to hang out with. She shoveled compost, took care of so many plants, and much more. I hope she comes back.
5 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Clypto) pour l'hôte
I worked here for ~2.5 months and would have happily spent more time there. I found the casita very comfortable though you should not be too alarmed by the occasional scorpion. ;) David is very energetic and always has lots of ideas for projects. I always felt like there was enough to do, yet I never felt overburdened. Monteverde is a lovely place
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24 janv. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Nava) pour l'hôte
The month I spent at the MBG flew by. I split my time between childcare and gardening. I had a blast, especially with the energetic kiddo. Met some great people, learned so much about bugs and butterflies, and got to hang out with a ton of baby bunnies. I slept in the Casita across the street which was pretty comfortable, with a solar powered
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22 janv. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nava)
Nava is wonderful. She was great with my 4 year old. She worked hard in the garden and did more than her share in the kitchen. We were all sad to see her go. Thanks Nava!
24 nov. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Alison) pour l'hôte
Arriving here as my first Workaway experience was very supportive and diverse. My host- David- was sincerely wonderful, helpful, supportive and generous. Without him I would probably not have gotten through the experience as easy. The work at the gardens was diverse and fun! I like to start my own projects and take charge of things on my own so
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10 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alison)
Alison is great. She worked hard and is super friendly. She can work independently and takes care to finish any jobs she starts. She was a great part of the team. We miss you. Thank you.
10 nov. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Chrystelle & Nathanaël) pour l'hôte
Our experience here was our first Workaway experience. We think that's the perfect place for a first experience. We really enjoy our time there. It is sometimes like a fary tale with all the butterflies ;) Be prepared to see a lot of insects even in your room but it's a beautiful way to learn to like them. Nathanaël hated bugs and insects before
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3 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brenely)
Brenely is a hard worker and a mature, responsible person. She got a lot of work done and cooked some amazing meals! She respected our facility and followed all direction. Unfortunately she was not able to stay as long as we would have liked, but we really appreciated the work she did while she was with us!
3 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Helene Haulund)
Helene is everything you hope for in a volunteer and more! She was an incredibly hard worker, took initiative and needed little direction. She was up to any challenge and made the team work harder by setting an impressive example. Her smile and laugh and contagious and her no nonsense approach to getting work done made the MBG happier and more
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3 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Margo)
Margo is a team player and a hard worker! Her dedication and outgoing personality lead the team to work harder and connect more. We would highly recommend Margo, and hope to see her again!
14 mai 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Kate) pour l'hôte
I was living with a local family and taking Spanish classes in the mornings, so I would spend 2-3 afternoons for a few weeks volunteering at the butterfly garden. What a wonderful place it is! Things got a little slow for them over the pandemic so there was much to do in terms of maintaining the plants and garden areas. David was so easy to
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12 mai 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alex)
Alex was great. He fixed up our solar system and rerouted some water pipes. He worked hard and was fun to hang out with.
7 mai 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Alex) pour l'hôte
I had a great time, I spent 2 weeks there in April 2021 and was soon welcomed by both David and Bryna, as well as the other intern working there. We got on very well and the time really flew by. During my time there I worked on their solar system, redid their main plumbing pipes, fixed a bicycle and various other diy jobs. We were provided fresh
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27 mai 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Marian) pour l'hôte
I had an amazing experience volunteering for David and Bryna (and Rook!).
Firstly, in these crazy times of a global pandemic, I was so impressed that David reached out to me and kept our communication open in early March. We’d already had an agreement that I’d come as a Workawayer in late March for 3 weeks, but with the crisis worsening David … read more
Firstly, in these crazy times of a global pandemic, I was so impressed that David reached out to me and kept our communication open in early March. We’d already had an agreement that I’d come as a Workawayer in late March for 3 weeks, but with the crisis worsening David … read more
20 mars 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kimberly)
Kim stepped up and helped us a lot when we needed. She learned quickly and was always positive. Thanks again for saving us.
20 mars 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Kimberly) pour l'hôte
My experience here at the butterfly gardens was unique and wonderful. Everyone who works here is so passionate about what they do as well as extremely knowledgeable about all of the creatures you could imagine~ especially the insects, flora, and fauna of Monteverde and Costa Rica. I learned so much and feel very inspired, and was very sad to be
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20 mars 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Isis)
these two are great. I am even now weeks after they left feeling grateful they helped us. We are about to harvest some of the vegetables they planted for us and are planting in the herb garden Isis made for us.
1 févr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Racheal)
Racheal was great. She stayed at the garden for the first visit and then at our house for the second. She works hard and is easy to get along with. Thanks again!
29 janv. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (verdantrogue)
Roo was great to have. She was lots of fun. But, she also worked hard. She took her work seriously and was a big help. Thanks again Roo!
23 janv. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (verdantrogue) pour l'hôte
I spent two weeks in Monteverde with the butterfly garden crew, and felt right at home. The team of interns and Workawayers are a tight-knit crew, making it that much more of an enjoyable stay there. There's always lots of delicious healthy food, lots of stuff to do around Monteverde once your shift is over, and skills to be learnt! The gardens
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29 janv. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Federica)
Federica was great. She has lots of energy and worked as hard as anyone. She was also great to have around. We miss her. Don't be afraid of her age or you will miss out.
29 oct. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Mikaela) pour l'hôte
David and Brina are truly amazing! They welcomed me in with open arms and taught me so much! They have created an amazing space for volunteers and they have set there program up in a way that you know what you are doing and when. They were more than generous with food and we cooked as a group almost every night. Joe and the team working at the
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23 oct. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mikaela)
Mikaela is secretly wonder woman! hardworking, flexible, funny, kind. We had her as a workaway at the gardens and she agreed to stay on after at our home to help with our toddler. after just two weeks we don't know what to do without her! she spreads joy everywhere she goes. don't miss this opportunity.
23 oct. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Margaret)
Margret is a fairy. She uplifts everyone she comes in contact with while busting butt and setting the pace. We were all sad to see her go. she was really a fantastic help
23 oct. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Laura & Nicolas)
We were so thankful to have these two amazing, gifted, hardworking people helping us for a week! We hope they comeback! very flexible and versatile i am sure they would find a way to be helpful on any project! highly recommended!
21 oct. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Laura & Nicolas) pour l'hôte
We were able to stay there for 5 days, after a cancellation of one of their workawayers. It was an amazing experience. I painted the windows (to avoid birds crashing into it) while nico did some maintenance. The team is lovely, and you can practise a few languages there ! (French english spanish). You can also learn a lot about insects. I would
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27 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marco)
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13 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Oscar)
Oscar was a great help. He worked hard and was respectful. Everyone liked his cooking. Sign him up if you can.
8 avr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Oscar) pour l'hôte
I stayed at the gardens for 2 weeks, David and Bryna are great hosts, The gardens are incredible beautiful and so full of life.
I Helped out with watering the plants and cooking lunch, I had a blast doing it, there is always something to do or to see in Monteverde, so If it's not on your list you should definitely add it!
There are a lot of great … read more
I Helped out with watering the plants and cooking lunch, I had a blast doing it, there is always something to do or to see in Monteverde, so If it's not on your list you should definitely add it!
There are a lot of great … read more
15 avr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Wouter) pour l'hôte
My time at the butterfly gardens was a profound experience. And I'm not even kidding! The time spend with the people there absolutely changed my view on our littlest of brethren, the insects. I have loved nature all my life but never really paid much attention to those 'creepy crawlers'. Since I was so fortunate to spend time at the gardens and
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30 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Natascha) pour l'hôte
Thank you so much this was an amazing experience. I learned many new skills and made great friends
24 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Frida Sophie) pour l'hôte
I was able to fill a gap in between two workawayers at the butterfly garden for five days. The work is relaxed -I did some gardening and cleaning in the beautiful butterfly gardens and cooked lunch for the other workers. It is a beautiful quiet place with an awesome view and so many things to explore close-by.
18 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Christina) pour l'hôte
For my first workaway experience, I could not have hoped for a better place. Bryna and David are really nice and fun people. I enjoyed the work and learned a lot, most of all, to appriciate animals I did not much care about bevore. The interns made my stay really special. They were a fun, enthusiastic and warm group.
10 nov. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Pedro & Ana) pour l'hôte
We stayed here for 1 month and it was an amazing experience! We learned a lot about all kinds of insects and other animals of Costa Rica, which made us further appreciate our time there. Bryna, David and Roberto were very helpful and taught us a lot, not only about bugs, but also gardening and what it takes to have a place like that running so
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9 nov. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Maurice) pour l'hôte
I stayed at the Gardens for 2 months and had an incredible time there. Bryna and David are amazing hosts and they try to help you with everything they can. During your stay you have the opportunity to learn so much about insects&butterflies and all the other animals which we have in Costa Rica. In your free time you can explore the area by
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14 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Oda)
We miss you! Thanks for all your hard work! Come back any time!
14 juin 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Oda) pour l'hôte
Had a great time working in the Butterfly Garden. My main jobs were gardening and making lunch.
Bryna, David and the volunteers were super welcoming and friendly.
Would definitely recommend :)
Bryna, David and the volunteers were super welcoming and friendly.
Would definitely recommend :)
14 oct. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Crystal) pour l'hôte
Bryna and David were incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and very considerate hosts! We enjoyed our time yo their on the mountain with the current team. Look forward to helping them on more projects in the future!
11 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Crystal)
Lovely people! Worked hard, very respectful.
11 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maren)
Very flexible, willing to help with any project. Thank you.
11 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alena)
Amazingly positive! Anyone would be lucky to have her. We miss you!
17 sept. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Alena) pour l'hôte
I stayed at the butterfly garden for one week and it was amazing!
I did have to get used to their lifestyle (toilets, room, shower,... all very natural), but I learnt so much there, I am so thankful!
The work tasks are very different, always depends on the day. But even as a not-experienced one, I got to get in touch with butterflies! And I was … read more
I did have to get used to their lifestyle (toilets, room, shower,... all very natural), but I learnt so much there, I am so thankful!
The work tasks are very different, always depends on the day. But even as a not-experienced one, I got to get in touch with butterflies! And I was … read more
11 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ashleigh & Paula)
Super posititive hard worker. Ash found ways to contribute without being asked. Great help
2 oct. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Ashleigh & Paula) pour l'hôte
I wasn’t even planning to come to Costa Rica during my travels but I am soooo glad I did. Do this workaway!!!! You will not be disappointed. Bryna and Dave are the most awesome people ever and they have the cutest little boy named Rook who I wanted to adopt by the time I left. The food was all vegetarian and it was all fresh and delicious. The
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11 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Erik & Tamara)
Erik and Tamara ended up a lovely surprise at the gardens. They worked very hard and were lovely positive people. Though they were only here for a short time they made an impact.
7 sept. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ellen & Andrew)
Super duper hard working, polite, clean, fun! We were super lucky to snag these two as a last minute work away. They did a load of work and were really nice to hang out with!
6 juin 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (ZELTIA) pour l'hôte
Spent 3 weeks working at the butterfly gardens and loved it, main tasks were taking care of gardens and cooking. Everyone there is super friendly, the place is surrounded by beautiful forest and I found myself at home from day one. Would definitely come back. Great place to learn about butterflies and other wildlife too.
21 mai 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Max)
Max is great. He is super helpful and worked hard. He never said no to any job. We trusted him with our business. We are already trying to plan for his return.
6 mai 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Laurent)
Laurent is incredibly skilled and very helpful! thanks, we hope to see you on the mountain again sometime!
6 mai 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Katharina)
Kat is extremely caring, and very hard working. She always worked extra hard and took great care of her fellow volunteers.
17 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Nardina) pour l'hôte
I had a great first workaway experience here. Although I only stayed a short time, I enjoyed the atmosphere & being able to learn something new each day. Watering the gardens, helping w/ compost, & cooking for the staff . David was enthusiastic about teaching the volunteers how to do things. The other volunteers were welcoming and helpful & made
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14 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nardina)
What a fantastic help! Thankyou for turning compost and playing with pigs. We are so thankful yOu came to help us
3 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Maddy) pour l'hôte
What an awesome week I had at the gardens! Bryna and David are absolutely lovely hosts and are ridiculously welcoming, they make you feel like part of their little Monteverde family. The gardens are beautiful and so unique, making the work especially interesting! Add that to the tons of things to explore in the area, abundant wildlife, lovely
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3 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maddy)
Maddy is a hard worker and a pleasure to be around. She increased productivity and morale! We miss her already and can’t wait rien her to come back!
1 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Jeanne & Jeff) pour l'hôte
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