Responsible Tourism in Northern Nicaragua

  Nicaragua

Esteli

Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: ongoing

Description: We have a number of opportunities to get involved developing both the hostel in Esteli that funds the projects, and the building and agricultural projects in the rural reserve of Miraflor.

* Work as a group in development projects in Miraflor Reserve:
* Short term and longer term opportunities designed
* Web and local research for up to date tourist information
* Advice, signposting and socialising with tourists
* Liaising with volunteer groups working in Miraflor
* Facilitating groups from abroad with local rural communities
* Facilitating community development   by tailoring group and community needs, bringing investment and integration
* Creating and distributing publicity
* Networking with other organisations

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Nicaragua Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Cafe Luz y Hospedaje Luna's Mission Statement: A multi-resource centre, non-profit social enterprise in Esteli: a hostel and cafe bar promoting responsible tourism to inform and to share information. We generate funds for sustainable & community-led projects in Miraflor reserve and nearby areas, through a means that also helps promote this central hub of Northern Nicaragua.

Year Founded: 2006