Come help a poor community , to be self sustainable in Guatemala

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Immerse yourself in the local culture: 16 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Make a real social impact: 16 travelers really felt their social impact working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

15h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Additional Fee: This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 12

Per day

Fee pays for

Benefits for travelers

Materials for volunteer activities

Donation to project

Description

we are an eco social project located in a small town in Guatemala, 10 min from Antigua Guatemela center, we try to help different communities with social projects , the reason why we charge volunteers is basically because this helps us to help locals and projects like feeding programs, single moms jobs, school scholarships around the country .

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

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.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Stay at least: 4 days

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

Our project main goal is help a poor community to be self sustainable and grow respecting mother nature and making cultutal exchange . Types of volunteering we offer -helping in our farm with plants trees and fruits all kind of eco projects -helping in out eco woorkshop where we build eco friendly homes for homeless -helping our different social projects like feeding programas , teaching young girls different type of jobs

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Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
Between 18 and 55 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Be from outside Guatemala

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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17 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Eco Lodge

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

16 Immersing in the local culture
16 Creating true social impact
16 Meeting locals
12 Get in touch with nature
12 Practicing Spanish
12 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

14 10. Reduced inequalities
13 11. Sustainable cities and communities
9 13. Climate action

Tasia

Canada

This was my first Worldpackers experience and it has truly left me with a ball of light in my chest. Working on the farm, meeting other travellers, teaching and playing with kids, painting, and building eco plaques and bricks. I truly feel like during my time on the farm was impactful and it was incredibly inspiring. Juan and his family are extremely kind and generous and their project is amazing. I would highly recommend a stay at the farm to anyone looking to learn about sustainability, get your hands dirty, and make an impact. “We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” <3

9 days ago

Andriana

United States

I loved my stay and wish I'd stayed longer. Juan and his family are kind and hospitable. I felt like I was making a difference while having fun. Would recommend to friends and I hope to visit again in the future

12 days ago

Elle

United Kingdom

Amazing project, Juan and his mother are truly wonderful and caring humans! It felt like a home stay as well as volunteer project, with delicious homecooked meals and learning lots about the local community. The work they do is so impactful and well rounded, and you can really feel like you are making a difference in a short time. I was able to do multiple different tasks (gardening, building, teaching kids) with flexibility around my hours. I also had my own hut to stay in, with private bathroom and hot shower! I would recommend this project to everyone!

23 days ago

Talia

Australia

Our time at the lodge was truly unforgettable. Juan is a kind and dedicated host, clearly passionate about what he does. He was always eager to share his knowledge and got us involved in a range of meaningful projects, including painting, planting, teaching English, and building. We felt the real impact of our work and built genuine connections along the way. From the moment we arrived his entire family welcomed us and made us feel completely at home. The meals were delicious, and the accommodation was cosy and comfortable. We wholeheartedly recommend this Worldpackers experience!

about 2 months ago

James

Australia

Our experience at the lodge was incredibly special and one we will remember forever. Juan is a warm and caring host who is passionate about the work that he does. He is always keen to share his knowledge and involved us in a variety of meaningful projects such as painting, planting, teaching English and building. We were able to see the tangible impact of our work and form special relationships. His whole family made us feel welcome and right at home from day one. The food was delicous and accommodation was very comfortable and cosy. We highly recommend this experience!

about 2 months ago

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