PROJECTS
At Pandorita, we are deeply conscious of the impact that human beings can have on the environment, both positive and negative. We believe that one of the highest functions that human beings can serve is as stewards of the land and sea. This land gives so much to us, and we are fully dedicated to giving back to her. We are also located in one of the most ecologically significant regions on the planet, which comes with as much responsibility as it does joy. We are so proud to be some of the many human guardians of the Osa Conservation Area. Please see some of our conservation initiatives below, including our coral reef restoration project, our repatriation of indigenous pottery, and our status as a permaculture facility and ecolodge.
CORAL REEF RESTORATION
Pandorita is a proud member of the Golfo Dulce Restoration project, whose mission is to restore the beautiful ecology of Golfo Dulce to its full potential. This includes mangrove and seagrass nurseries, and our latest project: coral reef restoration. During the global coral bleaching event of 2015, Golfo Dulce lost a staggering 75% of its coral. Together, Pandorita, Osa Ecology, Sur Consciente, Osa Natural, Bird Tribe Foundation, Proyecto Corales, INA, and Seeds of Love have established coral nurseries, in the first private effort of its kind. These reefs play a crucial role in Golfo Dulce by reducing wave energy and safeguarding plant life that provide important water filtration and prevent erosion, as well as by providing a habitat for millions of species.
In March 2023, we established the first coral nursery, and in January 2024, we were able to plant these corals (all 260 of them!) on the seabed. While you're here, grab a snorkel and say hello to our four species of coral: pavona gigantea, pocillopora damicornis, psammocora, and porites lobata.
CULTURAL CONSERVATION
In June of 2024, Pandorita initiated the repatriation of dozens of pre-Colombian artifacts found on the land. Our mission of caring for nature and people also includes caring for the national culture and heritage of Costa Rica. These pieces are now safely in the hands of the National Museum of Costa Rica, and we maintain close contact should we find more in the future. Have a look below at some of the art of the ancient peoples who once called Pandorita their home.
PERMACULTURE
Pandorita is an ecolodge and a permaculture site. Permaculture is a whole-system approach to land management and settlement design that mimics the balance and regenerative cooperation found in nature. For example, we compost everything that we do not use in the kitchen to feed our food forest and herb gardens, which we are growing with the goal of sourcing all food from the land in the future. What we do not yet grow ourselves, we make sure is produces locally. We are also a solar-powered site that uses 100% biodegradable and ecologically responsible products.
WORK EXCHANGE PROGRAM
We offer a Work Exchange Program for people who feel the call to connect with nature, live consciously, and support Mother Earth while becoming part of our community:
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Cost: 250 dollars per week
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Work Schedule:
– 6 hours per day
– 6 days per week
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
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Accommodation
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Daily food, shared and eaten together with our staff
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Participation in our tours during your free time
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participation on ceremony at the end of your staying
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WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
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Enjoy working with care, presence, and respect for nature. Areas of support:
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Gardening & nature care
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Maintenance
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Housekeeping
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Social media support
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Videography
If this resonates with you, please send us an email at contact@pandorita.org and tell us a bit about yourself and how you feel called to contribute.
We look forward to connecting
BOOKING
We would like to offer those who are new to the world of ayahuasca the opportunity to talk to our experts in advance. We encourage you to book a consultation call, if you feel unsure or need further information.
If you take ANY MEDICATION or suffer from severe mental instability, heart issues or high blood pressure the consultation call is MANDATORY before making a definitive booking. This way we can find out together whether this adventure journey is suitable for you.