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About this property
El Zopilote Permaculture Farm/hostel is a backpackers hostel and a permaculture farm at the same time. We offer various types of hospitality like private rooms, dormitories, camping areas and hammocks. We are in the Nicaraguan Ometepe Island, on the jungle slopes of the volcano Maderas 30km from the port town of Moyogalpa, between Santa Cruz and Balgue . All of the rooms are basic but cosy with shared compost toilets and shared showers. All beds have mosquito nets. Guests can enjoy the on-site farm to table restaurant which serves fair priced plates coming straight from the garden, open all day; and a pizzeria open every Tuesday and Saturday night from 6pm with fire shows, dancing, natural cocktails and fun. There is free WiFi in the restaurant area. We organise many activities like free yoga , permaculture courses, cacao ceremonies, volcanoes tours, massages , workshops and lots of other activities. Bring a flash light for the night, there are lights in all the huts but the footpaths that connect them have few lights to keep the habitat more natural.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 double bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
Bedroom 1 double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 single bed and 2 double beds | ||
1 single bed and 4 double beds | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cecilia
Argentina“Beautiful place surrounded by nature! I ended up staying longer than planned! I enjoyed so much the daily yoga, and the activities as temazcal, cacao ceremonies, breathwork, and ecstatic dance. I made many friends in the Pizza nights with live...” - Ai
Japan“Vegetarian and vegan friendly Clean bed Yoga place is beautiful Very chill vibe nice nature” - Marie
Canada“This place is just amazing! You’re are IN the jungle. I’ve been wanting exactly that and I’ve found it here. Amazing people, connections, workshops! I almost tried all the workshop and loved every single one of them, the heart opening meditation,...” 
Melissa
Germany“Very friendly staff, great tour guide for the volcano, and delicious vegan food! Accommodation are comfortable for such an affordable price”- Capuano
Italy“The tours, the food, the people—everything here feels intentional. Permaculture and mushrooms were so interesting. Left with a full heart.” - Oliver
United Kingdom“Amazing place surrounded by jungle. The permaculture and mushroom tours were so cool! Everything felt unreal. Loved the food and yoga too.” - Mary_c23 Italy“Beautiful place surrounded by nature with a lot of activities going on. Recommended.”
- Kg
India“An excellent eco place nestled in the woods. The greenery, fresh food with even more fresh ingredients from the backyard. The pizza night, people, staff, owner and so inspiring. Mushroom tour, yoga and so many real activities being run well. Could...” 
Rhiannon
Australia“So many activities and workshops. Staying in the middle of a permaculture farm/ jungle. Great location, walking distance to Balgue and Santa Cruz”- Sorcha
Ireland“There's lots of activities in the hostel (donation based for most), right in the middle of the farm so cool location, restaurant is reasonably priced”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante #1
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Facilities of El Zopilote
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
Bathroom
- Shower
Outdoors
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
PetsPets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Pub crawls
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Entertainment staff
- Horse ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- HikingAdditional charge
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- Games room
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Grocery deliveries
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Packed lunches
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
Entertainment and family services
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Italian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The hostel has an eco-friendly farm dislocated in a big area.
There are lights in every rooms, dormitories and the restaurant area.
There aren't lights in the pats that connect the restaurant area with the rooms and dormitories.
It is important to have a flashlight to facilitate night movements.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
