"Arquitectura y Construcción de Viviendas Rústicas"

United States

5

Volunteering at the lodgewas such a unique experience! You are very immersed into the daily life of the family which provides an excellent opportunity to learn about their culture. A holiday occurred during my volunteer stay and the family made sure I understood their traditions and included me. We made pizza from scratch and after cooking it in the pizza oven we shared with the neighbors. The food is usually simple but tastes good and there's plenty to eat. Nelson was a lovely host and I enjoyed meeting all his family. I was able to improve my Spanish a lot with help from the family!

about 2 months ago

United Kingdom

5

Nelson was a great host and I enjoyed my time staying with him and his family. My tasks involved painting a mural and helping the kitchen. I would recommend this experience for improving your Spanish as Nelson would sit and chat with us after dinner, speaking slowly and encourage us to speak in your begginer Spanish. Thank you Nelson for having me!

about 2 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Dear Stephanie,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful message and for the time you shared with us at Willka Lodge. We truly appreciate your commitment, your positive attitude, and the beautiful mural you left as a lasting memory of your visit. Your support with daily tasks and your respectful, enthusiastic presence meant a great deal to our team and family.
We’re glad to know the experience met your expectations and supported your language learning and cultural connection.

France, Metropolitan

5

I had an amazing stay with Nelson and his family. I helped Nelson by teaching English classes and painting a Mural. The food was simple but always delicious, fulfilling and especially, made with love by the mother. Nelson was always there if I needed anything, always getting out of his way so I could discover the Huaraz region on my days off. Nelson and his family have great projects and they need our help fulfilling them so don't hesitate to stay a few weeks with them! You won't regret it. Special mention to the adorable pets, especially Marco. Muchísimas gracias!

3 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Dear Magdalena,

Thank you for your heartfelt message and for the meaningful contributions you made during your stay. Your support in the English classes and the mural left a lasting impact on our community.

We’re grateful for your generosity, your respect for our project, and your kind words about our family, meals, and beloved Marco. You’ll always be welcome here.🙂

France

5

I spent 3 incredible weeks with Nelson and Cristian! The work requested is always varied and rewarding with all the necessary explanations. the two brothers always make sure that we feel understood and supported, and offer many activities outside of working hours. this place is perfect to connect to nature and learn more about the inka culture!

8 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Hola Coralie, muchas gracias por tu apoyo y dedicación. Tu energía y generosidad marcaron la diferencia en mi proyecto, y nos sentimos afortunados de haberte recibido como parte de la familia. Siempre serás bienvenida. ¡Mucho éxito en todo!

United Kingdom

5

I had a great time at Wilkathethe lodge. Nelson and his family treated me like one of their own and I had lots of time to explore the surrounding mountains and to go on day trips in the area. Great opportunity to practice Spanish, learn more about an interesting culture and to spend time outdoors. Highly recommend.

9 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Hola, muchísimas gracias a ti por todo lo que compartiste con nosotros. Fue un placer tenerte en nuestra casa y poder vivir esas bonitas experiencias. Valoramos mucho el tiempo que pasaste aquí y todo lo que hiciste. Espero que podamos volver a vernos pronto. Un abrazo grande, hermano.

United Kingdom

5

We had a fab week stay! The family made us feel so welcome, giving us time to explore the local area and traditions, being patient with our beginner Spanish and catering for us as vegetarians. Luckily for us, it was carnival, so we assisted with the family's preparations and were brought along to celebrations held by their friends/family. We learnt so much about their culture and felt welcomed by the community. We were always encouraged to rest after working and liked that the sleeping/resting space was separate from the family house which gave us privacy. ¡Muchisimo gracias!

10 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

We want to express our deepest gratitude for all the support you provided in our project and around the house. Your dedication and efforts made a significant difference, and we feel fortunate to have had your help.

Your commitment and willingness to collaborate were truly inspiring, and we couldn't be more thankful for the time and energy you devoted. Thank you so much for everything you did!

Germany

5

I had a very great time at Willkalodge. The whole family made me feel at home and made sure, I always had what i needed. Tried to improve my spanish and learned about culture of the Incas during my stay

11 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

I want to express my sincere gratitude for your kind and encouraging words about my family 💖. Without a doubt, you are a wonderful person 🌟. I send you a warm hug from afar 🤗.

Germany

4

My experience at the lodgewas good. Its a local immersion in the Peruvian life. You will eat simple peruvian dishes(mostly soups and sometimes for all meals the same) but can learn alot about the culture. The hours are really respected and you can build your schedule together with Nelson which is great. In your freetime you can go on nice hikes and explore the beautiful surroundings. Be assure that the project is on 3400m so you could have some problems with the altitude. The father is really sweet and open to explain you alot about the history of Peru. Sometimes you can feel surveillanced

about 1 month ago

Colombia

4

There were some communication issues and different expectations about the volunteering tasks from various family members, which caused some confusion and a bit of disorganization. However, overall it was a good experience—the host and his family were friendly and attentive. They welcomed me into their family circle, took care of me, offered their company to visit the mountains, and generously shared their life stories and culture.

4 months ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Thank you very much for your appreciation. We will keep it in mind to improve, my dear Vanessa, and we are very grateful for all your help. Wishing you much success in your new journey and in your projects.

France

5

A nice week with Nelson and his family. I painted a mural and learned more about peruvian culture. Thank you for having welcoming me !

over 1 year ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Muchas gracias por compartir una bonita experiencia mi amiga Coline, cuando quieras puedes volver a la casa 🏡 ya tienes una familia y serás siempre bienvenida. Cuídate mucho y muchos éxitos.

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