Disconnect
Step out of the noise and the accelerated rhythm of the city.
Sipe Sipe · Cochabamba · Bolivia
Reconnect with Nature. Learn from the Land. Experience Bolivia.
An authentic rural and agroecological experience in Sipe Sipe, Cochabamba — where international visitors come to learn, contribute, disconnect and experience life close to the land.
Applications are reviewed personally.
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Years of experience
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International visitors
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Countries welcomed
Sipe Sipe
Cochabamba, Bolivia
Happy Floor
More Than a Visit. A Different Way of Living.
Happy Floor is not simply a place to sleep. It is a rural home where nature, agriculture, culture, learning and daily life together shape the days you spend here.
Learn
Understand organic and sustainable agriculture through daily practice.
Connect
Meet people, culture and different ways of living and working.
Experience
Discover Bolivia from an authentic, rural perspective.
Accommodation
Your Home in the Countryside
Happy Floor is a privately owned country house in Sipe Sipe, Cochabamba, approximately one hour and thirty minutes from the city. The property hosts around 16 people and is surrounded by gardens, orchards, forest and small rivers.
8
Rooms
12
Beds
16
People capacity
On the property
- Private and shared rooms
- Kitchen
- Food service available
- Electricity
- Hot water
- Laundry
- Study and work spaces
- Gardens
- Vegetable orchards
- Forest
- Small rivers
- Legume, vegetable and fruit crops
Food
Simple, Local & Close to the Land
The property is away from the city, and a food service is available for visitors who prefer not to cook. Whenever possible, part of what reaches the table comes from the property's own production.
Approx. €10 per daywhen the food service is used
- Visitors may also cook for themselves in the kitchen
- Vegetarian and vegan options can be arranged
- Food allergies can be accommodated with advance notice
- Dietary information is always requested in the application form
Agriculture
Learn from the Land
The agricultural experience is based on organic and sustainable agriculture. The purpose is to avoid soil exploitation and to develop systems that rural families can genuinely use. Practice comes first, and on certain occasions theoretical training is added.
Areas of learning
- Agroecology
- Organic agriculture
- Sustainable agriculture
- Agroforestry systems
- Soil conservation
- Water management
- Sustainable family farming
- Permaculture principles
- Composting
- Seeds
- Irrigation
- Sustainable production systems
What you can take part in
- Working the land
- Crop maintenance
- Care of the property
- Support in the orchards
- Sustainable agriculture activities
- Soil conservation work
- Agroforestry systems
- Water collection and tank storage systems
On certain occasions visitors also work directly with farmers and nearby communities.
Academic guidance
International Agricultural Specialist
Agricultural engineer with 12 years of professional experience and international postgraduate training, including a PhD and Master's degree.
The training combines academic knowledge with practical field experience on the property.
Programs
Choose Your Experience
Three ways to live Happy Floor, depending on why you are coming.
Program 01
International Volunteer Experience
Designed for
- People who want to live in Bolivia
- Those looking to disconnect and learn
- Visitors who want to contribute and share daily life
- Anyone curious about rural life and sustainable agriculture
Duration
- 7 days
- 14 days
- Longer stays on request
Activities
- Agriculture and crop maintenance
- Rural daily life
- Living together with the hosts
- Practical learning
- Nature
- Cultural activities
Program 02
Agricultural Training
Designed for
- Agronomy students
- Engineers, farmers and producers
- Researchers and professionals
- Anyone serious about sustainable agriculture
Duration
- 2 weeks
- 6 hours per day
- Monday to Friday
- Approx. 60 hours
Content
- Organic agriculture
- Agroecology
- Agroforestry
- Soil conservation
- Water management
- Sustainable systems
- Family farming
- Field practice
Program 03
University & Group Programs
Designed for
- Universities and faculties
- Student groups
- Educational institutions
- International groups
Duration
- 7 days
- 14 days
- 4 weeks
- 5–30 participants
Activities
- Custom academic programs
- Field work and observation
- Agroecology sessions
- Cultural immersion
Pricing
Starting Prices
Indicative starting prices in EUR, subject to availability, selected program and included services. They are not fixed official rates.
7 Days
from
€350
approx. $380
What is included
- Accommodation
- Agricultural activities
- Practical learning
- Local guidance
14 Days
from
€600
approx. $650
What is included
- Accommodation
- Agricultural activities
- Practical learning
- Certificate for qualifying programs
4 Weeks
from
€1,100
approx. $1,190
What is included
- Accommodation
- Extended field practice
- Cultural immersion
- Local guidance
8 Weeks
from
€2,000
approx. $2,160
What is included
- Accommodation
- Long-term field practice
- Deeper project involvement
- Local guidance
University & Group Programs
Programs are built around your academic objectives, group size and dates.
Custom pricing
The food service can be arranged separately, from approximately €10 per day.
What Your Experience Can Include
Accommodation
Food option
Agricultural activities
Practical learning
Cultural immersion
Nature
Local guidance
Study and work spaces
Laundry
Hot water
Certificate for qualifying programs
Certain activities, excursions and the food service may carry additional costs.
Certificate
Learn. Practice. Earn Your Certificate.
Participants who complete the certified program can receive a certificate of completion issued jointly by Asociación Agroecología y Fe and Happy Floor.
Reference program
- 2 weeks
- 6 hours per day
- Monday to Friday
- Approximately 60 hours
The digital certificate includes
- Participant name
- Program
- Duration and hours
- Date of completion
- Issuing organization
- Certificate identifier
- QR code for verification
This is a certificate of completion and participation. It is not a university degree or an official academic title.
Verify a certificateCertificate of Completion
Participant name
Agricultural Training — Agroecology
60 hours · 2 weeks
Issued by Asociación Agroecología y Fe & Happy Floor
Certificate ID · HF-2026-0001
Trust
8 Years of Welcoming People from Around the World
Over roughly eight years, Happy Floor has hosted around 30 international volunteers and visitors, along with students and university groups.
Visitors have come from
- Germany
- Netherlands
- Chile
- Belgium
- United States
Year 1
First international experiences on the property.
Growing years
More international visitors, longer stays.
University connections
Student groups and educational field experiences.
Today
International agroecology and rural experiences.
What Our Visitors Say
Verified voices from past visitors.
My experience at Happy Floor was an opportunity to connect with nature, get to know Bolivian culture and learn about sustainable agriculture.
International visitor
ENA calm, authentic and different place. I loved being able to share with the family and get to know another way of living.
International visitor
ENA cultural experience that allowed me to get to know Bolivia from a much more authentic, local perspective.
International visitor
ENUniversities
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Happy Floor has experience receiving students and university groups for field experiences in agroecology, sustainable agriculture and rural life. Programs are designed together with the institution.
Institution names and logos are displayed only where public use has been authorized.
Partner logo
Partner logo
Asociación Agroecología y Fe
Bolivia
Discover Bolivia Beyond the City
The experience also opens the door to Bolivia. Happy Floor can directly organize transport and experiences where appropriate. These are not included in the base price.
Sipe SipeInca RakayCochabambaCristo de la ConcordiaTorotoroChapareSalar de UyuniLa PazLake TiticacaLocal marketsBolivian gastronomyCultural experiences
Optional experienceAvailable on requestAdditional cost
Discover Inca Rakay
The Inca Rakay ruins sit in the regional surroundings of the experience, above the Sipe Sipe valley. A visit can be organized as an optional experience during your stay.
Land. Learning. Culture. Nature. People.
Land
Soil, crops, water and the work that keeps them alive.
Learning
Practice first, theory when it makes the practice better.
Culture
Bolivian daily life, food, language and community.
Nature
Gardens, forest, small rivers and quiet mornings.
People
Hosts, farmers, students and visitors sharing a table.
Your Stay, Personally Supported
- Someone lives permanently on the property
- Visitors are accompanied during activities
- Clear and simple rules of living together
- Access to medical attention
- A hospital and medical centre contact are available
- Guidance throughout your stay
We recommend that every visitor arrives with international travel insurance. We support you, but we cannot promise absolute safety.
Process
How It Works
There is no automatic booking. Every visitor applies, we talk, and acceptance is decided personally.
01
Choose your experience
Volunteer experience, agricultural training or a group program.
02
Send your application
A short form tells us who you are and what you want to learn.
03
Book a video call
We meet, you ask questions, we make sure it is the right fit.
04
Get approved & reserve
A €100 reservation deposit confirms your place.
05
Arrive in Bolivia
You arrive in Sipe Sipe and your experience begins.
The €100 reservation deposit can be paid via PayPal or other available methods. The remaining amount is paid on arrival, preferably in cash.
Limited places available — the property hosts approximately 16 people.
Life at Happy Floor
Images from the property and the region. Real photographs from our visitors are added continuously.
Meet Us Before You Come
We believe an international rural experience should begin with a conversation. Meet your hosts, ask your questions and make sure Happy Floor is the right experience for you.
Location
Find Us in Sipe Sipe, Cochabamba
Sipe Sipe, Cochabamba, Bolivia. Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Cochabamba city. The property can be reached by car or taxi.
Languages & communication
Communication during the experience can take place in English. Translation support is available for German and English. The owner speaks Spanish. We do not promise native fluency in every language.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It is a privately owned country house that receives international visitors for rural, agricultural and educational experiences.
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