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👉 Paint, Fix & Live the Hostel Life by the Ocean

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The experience

As a volunteer, you will support painting and basic maintenance tasks around the hostel. Activities may include wall painting, small repairs, cleaning after maintenance work, organizing tools, and helping keep shared spaces in good condition. You will learn practical maintenance skills in a real hostel environment. No advanced skills required — reliability, attention to detail, and a positive attitude are essential.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Additional fee required

Amount: € 25 Per day

Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities

Description: Volunteer Program – Participation Fee To join our volunteer program, a one-time fee of €25 applies. This fee helps ensure commitment and supports real costs related to onboarding, training, schedule coordination, staff time, and use of hostel facilities (common areas, kitchen, laundry, Wi-Fi, utilities). It is not for profit, but to keep the program fair, organized, and sustainable for everyone.

What you get

2 days off per week

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner Portuguese or Beginner English

Between 18 and 70 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Daily Program

Volunteers work 5 hours per day, usually in the morning, leaving afternoons free. Tasks are planned in advance and guided by the team. The daily routine balances hands-on work, learning, and free time to enjoy the beach, city, and hostel life.

Activities & Shift

Activity Details

This activity focuses on painting and basic maintenance. Tasks may include wall painting, small repairs, surface preparation, cleaning after work, organizing tools, and helping maintain common areas. Volunteers learn by doing, gaining practical skills in a real hostel operation, always with guidance.

Rules

Rules

Commitment and reliability are essential. Volunteers must respect schedules, shared spaces, staff, guests, and house rules. Safety instructions must be followed at all times. Open communication is expected. This program is based on collaboration, responsibility, and mutual respect.