"Arquitectura y Construcción de Viviendas Rústicas"

Netherlands

4

It was a nice experience to stay with Nelson. I got to experience what it is like to live in a rural village. It was difficult to adapt at first, but I felt welcome even though the family speaks Quechua between themselves. Life is quite primitive in Wilcahuain and can be lonely in the evenings, especially if you are the only volunteer. But the surroundings are beautiful and you learn a lot about the Quechua culture. If you don't mind being alone and want to experience the village life, I would highly recommend volunteering here!

about 1 year ago

United States

1

My time at this location was a bit uncomfortable. Due to various comments, behaviours, and requests made by the host and his family, I felt disrespected and uncomfortable during my time here. At some times I was made to feel unsafe due to some behaviours from the family.

about 1 year ago

Nelson Jovano replied

It is regrettable the negative comment you have made, Enuma. As a host, I was always attentive to you, asking you daily about your well-being in the house and with the family, to which you always responded positively. You even shared details about the health of your sister and your parents. I sincerely believed in your words. I get the impression that your comment is intended to harm my project. Your attitude does not reflect professionalism; it is important to express the discomforts in each country, given that customs and traditions vary. Perhaps the culture of my locality and country is not to your liking, but it is essential to maintain respect. I take this opportunity to alert other hosts: at first everything seems favorable, but in the end the comments are adverse. Thank you!"

Germany

4

I felt comfortable during my stay. In the three weeks I really got to know the family and how they live. When I had problems, they always had an open ear and helped me as much as they could. I had some funny moments there. However the language there was a little problem for me. The family speaks with each other Quechua, not Spanish. So I couldn't be part of the conversation nor understand anything about it. That made me feel lonely sometimes. But the when they spoke Spanish, everything was good.

over 1 year ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Hello, Emma. It seems that you may have misunderstood my previous message. I want to emphasize that nobody is being forced to do anything; it's a matter of respecting my culture. I kindly ask you to carefully read the conditions stated on my page's profile. I have reminded you several times to review the terms and policies of my project. Therefore, I urge you to read them thoroughly next time to avoid encountering these minor inconveniences. It is essential to respect the customs and cultures of each country. I do not align with your perspective, and please remember that I supported you through challenging times, so I urge you to express gratitude to MOTHER EARTH "PACHAMAMA," who provided you with assistance. Please recall what I am referring to. Thank you.

Germany

5

Nelson is a good Host and the food they make is delicious! Somedays you will work but it is really not that much and allways fun and simple tasks :)

over 1 year ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Thank you very much for everything friend Nils. A hug from a distance.

France

5

Really pleasant stay at Nelson's and his family, very nice persons, flexible, accomodating and interesting ! Thanks to the location of the house, i could relax, connect with nature, and learn more of the culture in this peruvian pueblo. Moreover, the work i did was not painful at all, i enjoyed it, so i recommand this experience :) Thanks to them !

over 2 years ago

Israel

4

I had really good experience while I was volunteering, the tasks are really simple. For example: helping with the lamas, working at a small field of vegetables, bringing wood from the forest to the family house. I think it's simple and nice for one week to chill and get to know a little bit with the community and the culture.

over 2 years ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Thank you very much, Brother Stav. Best regards from a distance and many successes.

Peru

5

Tasks were light and diverse, one day I was taking care of llamas, another one I was assisting in the garden or storing wood in a shelter. I could easily talk to Nelson and his family members, and I've learnt a lot about their day-to-day lives and costumes. Due to the political situation and demonstrations, I was the only worldpacker in there, but I could meet other foreigners when trekking or exploring the city. Food tastes good and you can have as much as you want, you'll take care of your own utensils. The bedroom is clean and I had enough space to study and work in there in my free time.

over 2 years ago

Belgium

4

If you want to have a real Peruvian experience this is the place. Work hours are easy: working in the morning and you get your afternoon off. Perfect for hiking to the Lagunas near the house. Nelson is a really nice person, always willing to help you for both organisation of the following days but also to know the surroundings. Unfortunately he was usually working at another place and I was under his mother's charge. Even if they are thankful to you for what you did, I had the impression that they don't really need your help and that they're doing this for having another source of income.

almost 3 years ago

Nelson Jovano replied

Muchas gracias hermano Paul. Saludos cordiales a la distancia.

Colombia

4

It's an interesting experience. More like an accommodation with a cultural exchange I'd say. It's a big nice family, everyone has many things to do and sometimes you can help them and interact. You won't have an actual schedule it just depends on what is happening that day. It can be a advantage because there is so many trekkings to do around. You will be under a local family rules in all terms, food, manners, showers… everything. You will learn a lot :)

almost 3 years ago

Sweden

1

They're basically doing it for the money, the family didn't need help with anything really. Mostly I just had to follow the mother around, and not getting any instructions on what to do. One day I had the task of picking up trash from the property other people had thrown there. I didn't get gloves or anything, and among the trash were used diapers and broken glass. The also had a lot of plastic in their garden, which they had thrown there themselves, which really wasn't nice. When the llamas misbehaved they threw rocks on them. Choose another place to stay.

over 3 years ago

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