La Gran Vista Agroecological Farm

Overview

Description

With stunning views of El Valle de General and Costa Rica’s tallest mountain, Mount Chirripo, La Gran Vista Agricultural Ecological Farm is well-named. It is situated in the county of Perez Zeledon, three hours south of San José, the capital of Costa Rica, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Protected forests, sublime beaches, and fabulous waterfalls can all be found nearby.

La Gran Vista is spread out over 12 acres (five hectares) and is home to horses, chickens, ducks, medicinal plants, fruit trees, grass for forage, several crops, a rainforest area, red worm composting for soil regeneration, and a pond.

We receive volunteers year-round from all over the world who come to help with our work on the farm and in the community.

Rooms

5

Making a Difference

Number of employees: 2

Percentage of local employees: 100%

Local school children benefit from the opportunity to take English classes.

Residents benefit from opportunities to interact with other cultures.

The community benefits in general from our work in the community that is carried out with groups that bring in donations.

Rates

$25 or less

Volunteers pay a reduced rate.

Getting There

Nearest international airport: San José (SJO)

Nearest local/national airport: San Isidro de El General

Distance, by land, to the nearest airport: 8 miles (13 km).

Access is possible with regular vehicles, but four-wheel drive vehicles are preferable.

Additional Information

Date This Information Was Provided

February 2011.

Photos courtesy of La Gran Vista Agroecological Farm, Costa Rica, for SustainableTrip.org.