Bellavista

Are you ready to do something different with your life?

We recently started a volunteer work program at Finca Bellavista. It seems like a lot of people are looking for a change of pace from the norm or a change of scenery. We're happy to say that you'll probably find both of those things here!

All positions within Finca Bellavista's work exchange program are unpaid. We require a 2-month commitment as well.These positions are ideal for folks that want to experience a different culture, a different country, warm up during the winter, practice their Spanish, or just take a break from their normal routines. This is an ideal situation for students, teachers, and seasonal or resort employees that have larger stretches of time available outside of a conventional 9 to 5 work schedule.

Every volunteer and employee is a part of something special here at the finca. We hope that volunteers, even though unpaid, understand that they provide a very important resource for us in terms of creating and sustaining the level of energy between the FBV team, our owners and guests, and allowing our team flexibility with day-to-day operations and growing our community. Every action here is a contribution, from taking out the garbage, to doing dishes, to raking leaves, to cooking breakfast, to showing curious visitors to the garden or a treehouse. We are in a period of extreme growth and appreciate all the help we can get. Likewise, if you have ideas or talents that you can contribute, we want to hear about them and see if we can implement them.

Our requirements:

Each volunteer must have their own health insurance (this can be short-term travel insurance) and have proof of insurance while on-site.

Each volunteer must prove financial solvency ($500 in a bank/debit account OR a valid credit card) prior to commencing work. This is to ensure that each volunteer can provide for themselves upon their departure from the finca for days off, personal emergencies, or upon completion of their position.

Each volunteer must provide proof of entering Costa Rica legally and have a valid passport from their originating country.

Each volunteer must provide their own bedding, biodegradable toiletries, and clothing.

Volunteers must provide their own local/domestic/international transportation to and from Finca Bellavista, including all air, bus, boat and taxi fares. In addition, volunteers must organize or maintain their person transportation on days off (we won't be able to run you to the beach, sorry).

Each volunteer must maintain an appropriate level of appearance and attitude while on premises.

Each volunteer must contribute $50 per week to maintain and restock the community kitchen.

Work duties in the volunteer program are primarily focused on maintaining the gardens and grounds of Finca Bellavista.

All volunteers must speak some Spanish or be able to communicate independently.

Respect for all visitors, guests, owners, and employees at FBV regardless of race, color, religion, political background, or sexual orientation. (We have a no tolerance policy for people that cannot respect others and you will be asked to leave.)

In exchange for 30 hours a week of work, Finca Bellavista will provide:

A shared room in the employee bunkhouse with access to the community center and the natural amenities of the finca (Professional-caliber volunteer services are the exception). The community center includes a bathhouse, barbecue area, kitchen and dining area, and an open-air rancho/lounge.

An experience to live, breathe, and be in a place like nowhere else on earth! Though the finca is a bit rustic, our camp-style ambiance provides a unique experience for our on-site employees and volunteers. With a whitewater river in the front yard, a wealth of flora and fauna, and limitless opportunities to explore the beauty of the Southern Zone, volunteers have the opportunity to live in an amazing place. And, it's an opportunity to meet interesting people and broaden your horizons in life.

For more information and to request an application for Finca Bellavista's volunteer program, please fill out this form and we will get back with you.