MAKING A DIFFERENCE

WITH THE GILDED IGUANA

Nosara is not a place that you visit once, it’s a place that captures your soul for the rest of your life. We provide the chance to take part in its rapid development to ensure more opportunities for the community that lives there permanently.

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Regenerative Travel, an initiative dedicated to pioneering responsible tourism and sustainable living practices. Through this collaboration, we are committed to enhancing the social, economic, and environmental well-being of our community. Together, we aim to foster a deeper connection between our guests and the natural world, offering immersive experiences that not only rejuvenate but also inspire mindful travel and respect for our planet. Join us in embracing travel that makes a positive impact.

HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

OUR ENVIRONMENT

Ensuring that we have a neutral impact on our environment

THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Supporting the local community with its long term growth and development

OUR GUESTS

Offer the opportunity to give to our guests coming in

HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

DONATE TIME

Use your holidays to leave a positive impact in the community

DONATE MONEY

Choose a cause that resonates with you to donate funds for them to develop successfully

DONATE GOODS

Bring supplies from your country for school kids

OPPORTUNITIES

CHAT WITH RECEPTION TO SEE HOW YOU CAN BE A PART OF CHANGE

Beach Clean Up

Support Costa Rica's 5 Minute Beach Clean Up to keep coastlines pristine! Join our monthly efforts and help protect our environment. Get involved, make a difference! Learn More

Costas Verdes

Costas Verdes is dedicated to revitalizing the coastlines of Playa Guiones and surrounding areas by bringing back lush greenery. We actively support their efforts through extensive tree planting initiatives, helping to transform the landscape into a vibrant, green habitat. Learn More

Santa Teresita

Founded in 2002, Santa Teresita Elementary serves Nosara’s youth with a quality education. We support their mission through fundraising and supplying essentials, promising a brighter future for our children. Learn More

Nosara Recicla

Formed in 2008, the Nosara Waste Recycling Association aims to enhance life through sustainable waste management and education. We promote practices that are economical and environmentally sustainable in Nosara and nearby areas. Learn More

Fonafifo

Fonafino supports sustainable development by financing innovative environmental services. Offset your flight with us and help reduce emissions. Learn More

Bomberos de Nosara

Bomberos de Nosara is a Volunteer Fire Department, consisting of 9 firefighters and two pumps, providing prompt emergency services to keep the community safe. Learn More

Selva Creativa

Selva Creativa is a non-profit art center offering free weekly classes in 3 diverse projects for emotional support to teens selected via interview. Learn More

Nosara Crece

Nosara Crece offers low-interest financing to Tico entrepreneurs, mainly women heads of families excluded from traditional banks, reducing reliance on highinterest loans, thus improving access to education, housing, and health services for their families. Learn More