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Our communal kitchen is a very basic, fridge-free cooking area located 300 meters from the reception in Elsewhere Land. It is reserved for long-term guests staying in that zone, helping support those who choose a deeper experience at El Zopilote....

discover ometepe island

San Ramón Waterfall: A Classic Ometepe Adventure Through the Cloud Forest

activities&courses

Italian Night & Open Mic

Join us for a cozy Italian evening with generous vegetarian lasagna, discounted wine, free garlic crostini, and an open mic for everyone at 8:30 PM...

activities&courses

Transparency in Activities and Workshops at El Zopilote

At El Zopilote we value transparency. This post explains how donations, contributions, and activities work, so both guests and workshop facilitators can collaborate smoothly and without misunderstandings....

restaurant&products

El Zopilote Restaurant: Simple, Honest, Farm-Based Food

At El Zopilote we cook simple, authentic food connected to the land. Many ingredients come directly from our finca, including herbs, salad greens, fruits, teas and our famous home-grown mushrooms. The menu changes partially every day, and we offer special...

activities&courses

Practical Craft Workshop

Spend a morning or more learning hands-on jewelry and craft-making while connecting with the local community...

activities&courses

Ancient Petroglyphs of Ometepe (Free)

Discover a hidden treasure: almost 20 ancient petroglyphs spread across volcanic rock on our farm. These mysterious carvings, created by indigenous peoples centuries ago, offer a fascinating glimpse into the spiritual and ceremonial life of early Ometepe inhabitants...

activities&courses - restaurant&products

Sourdough Bread Workshop

Learn to make sourdough bread with our baker, including preparing the starter the night before and baking a small loaf, muffin, and cookie to take home...

permaculture&mycology - shop

Solar Energy Systems. Design and Installation

We design and install reliable, low-maintenance solar energy systems for homes, community projects, and small businesses. Cristiano Bianchi leads the system design and coordination, while our skilled technical team carries out efficient and precise on-site installation. Our focus is on...

activities&courses - permaculture&mycology

Mushroom Lab Tour

A guided visit through our mushroom farm where guests learn how we cultivate Oyster and Reishi mushrooms, from substrate preparation to inoculation, incubation, and harvesting...

family&kids - hostel&booking

A Nature Haven for Alternative & Conscious Families

At El Zopilote, families seeking a conscious, nature-connected lifestyle will find a peaceful and biodiverse environment where children can explore freely and safely. Our land also hosts Colibrí, a small Waldorf-inspired, permaculture-based school run by our neighbor Glenda, offering visiting...

activities&courses

Mud Bath (Free)

A free, fun, and rejuvenating activity where you cover yourself in our farm’s natural clay, let it dry under the sun like a living sculpture, and then wash it off to reveal softer, healthier skin...