Help in running our friendly hostel in Udabno
Das Erlebnis
Volunteer at our small hostel in Udabno: help with check-ins, keeping rooms and common areas tidy, and creating a warm, friendly atmosphere for guests. Flexible hours, shared room, and use of facilities included. Ideal for open-minded people who enjoy quiet desert landscapes, simple living, and meeting travelers from around the world. Be ready for a challenge!
Was Sie anbieten
30 Stunden Hilfe pro Woche
Malen & Dekorieren:
Hilfe beim Streichen oder Dekorieren der Einrichtung.
Bauen & Reparieren:
Hilf bei verschiedenen Reparatur- oder Bauarbeiten.
Gartenarbeit:
Hilf beim Pflanzenanbau und der Gartenpflege
Was Sie bekommen
1 freier Tag pro Woche
Team dorm:
Du bekommst ein Bett in einem Gemeinschaftszimmer, was bedeutet, dass du dir den Raum mit anderen Personen teilst.
Frühstück:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Frühstück an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Mittagessen:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Mittagessen an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Abendessen:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Abendessen an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Kostenlose Wäsche:
Du kannst unseren Waschraum frei nutzen.
Kostenlose Wandertouren:
Wir nehmen dich mit auf Ausflüge und Wanderungen rund um die Stadt. Kostenlos!
Nutze unsere ausgestattete Küche:
Nutze gerne unsere Küche und bereite dein eigenes leckeres Essen zu.
Grundlegender Internetzugang:
Internet mit Grundgeschwindigkeit, damit du remote arbeiten kannst
Anforderungen
Anfänger Englisch oder Mittelstufe Französisch
Zwischen 21 und 50 Jahre alt
Empfängt nur Einzelreisende (akzeptiert keine Paare oder Partner)
Was nicht inbegriffen ist
Flüge, Reiseversicherung, interne Transportmittel und Visum
Programmdetails
Hello! We are a Polish family running a unique guesthouse and restaurant in the small village of Udabno, right next to the David Gareja monastery complex. Life here is raw, windy, and sun-drenched. The views are endless, the food is real, and the effort is genuine.
We’re looking for volunteers who love to be active, solve problems independently, and don’t expect to be babysat. If you’re the kind of person who sees a full trash bin and takes it out without being asked – this might be your place. If you’re someone who needs daily to-do lists, shift schedules, and reminders to clean up after yourself – it definitely isn’t.
We really care about cleanliness — both in our own spaces and the ones we share. If you naturally notice when something needs cleaning and take action without being asked, you’ll likely turn out to be one of the most wonderful volunteers we’ve had. For us, this kind of awareness is one of the biggest assets you can bring.
Aktivitäten & Schichten
You'd help with:
- welcoming guests (very few during winter time),
- cleaning the tables and putting clean plates on the table with cutlery
- cleaning the floor each morning
- cleaning the toilets
- chopping the wood and putting it into hearth,
- cleaning if there are some guests staying for night,
- cleaning empty dishes (not always),
- chatting with guests :)
Regeln
We are a place built with and for the local community. We employ many villagers — mostly women for whom this is often the only source of income. Volunteering here sometimes means supporting something larger than a private business, including ongoing charity for elderly, children, and people in need.
Our philosophy: daily activities are part of life, not separate from it. Skills matter less than attitude: initiative, responsibility, awareness, and the ability to care for shared spaces without being asked.
Cleanliness: volunteers share simple rooms and must keep them clean. Managing your own cleaning schedule is your responsibility and not part of your volunteer hours. When we ask you to take over a task (like cleaning the floor), it becomes a regular responsibility.
Solidarity: if a rush happens outside your shift, we expect the natural instinct to help. Community is built through awareness, not rigid rules.
Couples: we rarely accept couples who met recently; no private rooms are provided.
Our dynamic: if after two weeks the energy doesn’t match, we may end the stay— this is not personal and prevents future frustrations. You’re also free to leave anytime.
Responsibilities and boundaries:
– Respect the contribution of local staff.
– Don’t assume access to money, tips, or alcohol.
– Baking a cake or doing extra creative tasks doesn’t count as a required task.
Value and mindset: your stay is fully compensated through accommodation and food, which cost 1000–1500 GEL monthly.
Winter volunteers: you may stay alone and must know how to handle a fireplace. Independence and emotional resilience are essential.
After two weeks we sit together and decide whether to continue — based on whether the collaboration feels right for everyone.