At Playa Colorado, a small, informally organized volunteer lifeguard program operates from a private base in Hacienda Iguana, Tola. It is a low-key setup: most lifeguards on the beach are local, the workload is light, and rest days are fixed.

Quick facts

  • Zone: Americas
  • Position type: Volunteer
  • Recommended duration: 2 weeks
  • Best conditions: May to October (best waves)
  • Organizer: Informal local program based in Hacienda Iguana, Tola

How to apply

There is no official website or formal application process. Contact is made directly via Instagram. Because the program is informal and small-scale, treat it as a lighter, community-style experience rather than a structured professional placement.

Instagram: @nicaheartbeat

Last updated: August 13, 2026