Having fun playing with kids and exploring a beautiful village

Netherlands

5

I'm so glad to have spent the first three weeks of my backpacking trip at the school! it's amazing being with the enthusiastic children. the people at the school were very sweet and welcoming. even the local people greeted me while riding the bike. the area is full of nature yet you're still close to the main road. it's special how you're around both children and nature. besides that it was interesting to learn about the islamic culture of south thailand. i had an amazing experience and i'll miss everyone so much <3 just message me if you to know more about my experience! thank u ansari

over 3 years ago

Ireland

5

I can't recommend this experience enough! Everything, from start to finish was amazing. Ansari, his family and the staff at the school were some of the kindest people I've met and made me feel so welcome and included in their local customs and traditions. The job itself was wonderfully rewarding. The kids were so enthusiastic and no two days were the same as they were constantly keeping us on our toes! This experience has set the standard very very high for my future Worldpackers experiences. If you've any questions, please message me and I'd be delighted to answer any questions.

over 3 years ago

Germany

5

I can't describe how incredibly great this experience was! Working with the children is simply fulfilling, they're more than adorable. Ansari and his family are incredibly good hearted, courteous and obliging people and hosts. You will feel like in a second family, and the only sad part will be the farewell. Can recommend this project to everyone in any way. Nothing could've been better. Thank you so much for this amazing unforgettable experience ☺️

over 3 years ago

United States

4

This was such a fun experience. During time off it may be hard to have adult communication as no one around really speaks English. But nonetheless exploring on my free time I still found quite rewarding. You are definitely living like a local when here it's a simple and rewarding experience. Ansari and his family are nothing but welcoming and invite you to do so many things with them. They always make sure you are full :) I'd recommend this experience if you're looking to get away from the cities and just want some easy down time with a routine and to hang with kids.

about 3 years ago

Belgium

4

Volunteering at the school was so much fun. The children are very sweet, playful and want to get to know you. Also Ansari and his wife were very kind and helped me good. They even asked me to come eat with them or go to the market several times. You only need to be aware that the accommodation is not like the “European” standards. They have two places , one is further away from Ansari his house and the school so it is more lonely. The other one is a room in the school which's more sociable because you live next to him but is further away from the 'busier life'. It is very authentic so if you

about 3 years ago

Brazil

3

If you go to this place, make sure he will provide you everything he is offering. I came there only because it would probably be a really nice experience teaching English for kids. Because the city itself has nothing to offer. I got there on Friday and Monday was a holiday. He told me we would meet on Tuesday. He was supposed to provide me lunch and dinner everyday of my stay. When I got there he told me I would have free food only the days I'm working. The room was so hot, 3 fans were not enough. I was sweating the whole time. The house has no sink to brush your teeth or do the dishes.

over 3 years ago

Ansari replied

We are so sad because of this review. Since we have hosted on this platform, this is the first time we've got a complain about all those little things.

1. About meals provided; we go through​ the WP website​ and when we choose "lunch​ provided", the part that says "You are entitled to a free lunch, every day​ of your stay" would​ appear automatically. We couldn't​ change by ourselves. It comes​ from the website​ system.

But again, it was our fault that we didn't​ tell you from the first time. We have to apologize.

2. The room is hot, but to say three fans couldn't help is clearly exagerating.​ We have hosted many volunteers​ over years, no one has ever complained about that. Instead, they could adapt themselves with it and focus on the more important​ things.

3. We don't have a sink for you to brush your teeth and wash the dishes, but there are places in the house that you can do those things without making your life misirable.

Number 2 and 3 is how we live here in our village and we believe​ that our volunteer​s could learn from it.

However, we would see the positive side on this review. So volunteers who want to join us, please make sure that you could stay with us in spite all those little things.😄

Portugal

5

Amazing experience! Super rewarding in everyway. Ansari and his family are soooo nice, they make us feel home and always caring about us! Like a second family! The kids are soo sweet and always ready to learn more and more. It was better than I could ever imagine. Part of my heart is in Khuan Don ❤

about 6 years ago

Spain

5

Ansari takes care about you as a member of the family. The project he is leading works really good, the kids are able to speak English fluently and the natural environment is amazing🥰 The kids play outdoors and enjoy the nature! There are two more women helping at the school and nothing would be the same without them! Will miss you 😘 About the food, when his mum cooks, is amazing! The best chef i had the pleasure to enjoy in my travel! Arroi ma! 🥰 Keep rocking🤘🏾

over 6 years ago

Canada

5

My experience was outstandingly great! Ansari was such a accommodating, generous and super helpful host. Though my volunteering time length was short and limited, I truly wished that I could have stayed longer as the overall experience was pleasant in terms of engaging with students who are eager, not obliged, to learn. I would highly recommend and advise giving this place your time if you're seeking a different exposure to a simple way of life and a really friendly community that just wants, enjoys, and appreciates your company and presence.

over 6 years ago

Italy

5

Great experience!!

over 6 years ago

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