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The Reserve

Accommodation

Volunteer accommodation is in a large house with four spacious rooms - each housing between two and six people. Double rooms may be available for a 20% extra charge. Each room has its own bathroom with shower and hot water, and there is one additional shower outside for use in hot weather. All bedding is provided and changed once weekly.

You may wish to bring a mosquito net if you are staying through the summer months.

A spacious indoor communal living area for studying, eating, etc. runs through the middle of the house and a verandah at the front of the building - with a barbeque - provides shelter from the sun.

Tap water comes directly from the Laguna. Food is brought weekly from the nearest town. Let us know is advance if you are vegetarian or have any other dietary requirements. The Laguna is also safe for swimming and fishing.

Help us cultivate our organic garden and with our waste recycling projects. The estate boasts a number of different types of fruit trees including lemons, oranges and guava. You can also sample the fruits of the cerrado in the summer time.

Living with us

Use this opportunity to learn and speak Spanish with our bi-lingual staff. If you're up for a challenge, you can try to learn some Guarani. Experience real Paraguayan culture away from the city. Converse with the locals, try their unique cocktails and sample the best barbecue on earth.

What to bring

Winter: June and July are the coldest months - some mornings may even be frosty. In winter you'll need:

• Warm sweater/fleece
• Warm hat, gloves and scarf
• Long sleeved t-shirts/shirts
• Thick socks

Summer: It can be really hot between November and February so come prepared. September and October tend to be the wettest months - waterproofs recommended. You should bring:

• Cool breathable clothing
• Suntan lotion
• Insect repellent
• Sunhat
• Swimming shorts/t-shirt

All times: Depending on the project you're involved in, you might need:

• Laptop
• Head light/flashlight
• Camera
• Binoculars
• Small bag/backpack
• Rain boots
• Sturdy boots or good trainers for walking
• Loose fitting pants, T-shirts, sweaters, etc
• Things to do in spare time - music, books etc
• Water bottle
• Waterproof jacket/pants
• Trainers/sneakers
• Towel

Personal items such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste etc. can be bought in the weekly shop.