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Pantaleo
Our land is located in a beautiful place in the south of Italy. We are surrounded by nature and we are really connect to it. If you are looking for a really peaceful spot, but are also willing to learn more about how to work with the nature, this is your place!
We have a lot of tasks to do, but we always do it with a lot of love and respect for the nature and what is provided to us. We expect the volunteers to really help us with the various tasks we have, but we also want to connect with them and that they can enjoy and appreciate our beautiful place!
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About the experience in: Province of Catanzaro, Italy
United Kingdom
This experience was unsafe, dishonest, and distressing. You do not stay in the house shown - instead it’s a remote shack at the bottom of a dangerous mountain trail. No electricity, no lighting, no running water by day 5. Kitchen had no door, full of bugs, fridge was far uphill. Host was aggressive, dismissive and blamed me for raising concerns, gave no real Italian lessons, and made us divide and cement up a mountain without any safety gear. I am someone who travels alone often and enjoys solitude, but this is extreme - I left after 5 nights. This host exploits volunteers. Do NOT stay here.
10 days ago
Iris D C replied
After many positive reviews about the WPS, unfortunately, one now has no stars. Not everyone appreciates the natural experience by the river, as clearly stated. This girl thought they did, but the reality turns out differently. Blaming the temporary lack of water, only one solar lamp, or the missing photo of the location is a weak excuse. Many others have gone before her; read the reviews. Communication was lacking, despite me asking if everything was okay. Fortunately, everyone is free to leave
About the experience in: Province of Catanzaro, Italy
United States
Although I was only there for two weeks, I had a great time. The location is awesome, it just gets a little hot in the sun. The work can be hard but feels very rewarding. The tea and snacks are superb, and my legs are very in shape. I would definitely recommend to come for three or more weeks to really live the life and see all that is around Isca. Thank you Iris and Martín for everything 🤘
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Province of Catanzaro, Italy
United Kingdom
This was my first world packers experience and so so worth it, Iris is truly a lovely person. The work was satisfying and we never worked over time. It was a welcoming environment to be in, I’ll miss the tea breaks ! Isca is a wonderful place to be, in the first week I stayed in the chicken house (amazing views) and the next week in the riverhouse watching the fireflies. Iris was able to give us lifts to san andrea, soverato and the beach when our plans crossed over and the journey back was never difficult, it’s a beautiful, safe space in southern Italy and I hope to come back in the future.
about 2 months ago
About the experience in: Province of Catanzaro, Italy
Latvia
This experience had the most healing impact on me. I feel energised, inspired and full of love. You became a very special and dear human for me, I learned a lot. All the tasks were interesting and so diverse. The energy your land holds is something unexplainable and beautiful. Forever grateful for this :)
3 months ago
About the experience in: Province of Catanzaro, Italy
Canada
We stayed at Pantaleo for 2 weeks in April which was a great time for being there, as nature just started to pop. Our working schedule was from 8 am to 1 pm during which we had a longer break, when we had tea, and snacks. We were mainly working with maintenance, cleaning (the chicken and rabbits) and the garden (cleaning from the weeds). The job was fulfilling, it provided us with the feeling of usefulness. Iris was easy to communicate with and she could accommodate our needs (swap days due to market day in a nearby town). She was open to our ideas, and we felt trusted from the 1st moment.
3 months ago