Apply Now

Desde la Zona Austral: Construye con Nosotros Ecológicamente

5.0
(13 reviews)13

The experience

We're seeking Worldtravelers keen on sustainable living to help in our construction. While expertise in natural building is a plus, it's not required. We'll guide volunteers in tasks like preparing natural materials, structure assembly, and design contributions. Additionally, general assistance is needed for various tasks: shifting materials, site preparation, cleaning, and aiding in kitchen or camp maintenance during summer.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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.

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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

Requirements

Intermediate Spanish or Intermediate English

Between 20 and 45 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Volunteers work 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week, contributing to various tasks. We offer a camping site for accommodation, so please bring your own tent and camping gear. You’ll receive three meals a day; sometimes we cook for you, and other times you can prepare your own meals with the food we provide. This is a great opportunity to learn hands-on natural building techniques and be part of a community of like-minded individuals. We expect active participation, a willingness to learn, and respect for the community. If you’re adaptable and eager to contribute, we’d love to have you join us!

Activities & Shift

Currently, we are in an exciting phase of our project focused on the interior and exterior plastering of the house, applying almost the final layers. Additionally, we have plans to build a rocket stove or a similar structure, complete the green roof (likely in February), and continue working on the greenhouse attached to the house.

The schedule for volunteer work may vary, as we might work in the mornings or afternoons depending on the project’s needs and weather conditions. The work will always be done in a group setting, as many tasks require teamwork and collaboration. Flexibility and adaptability are appreciated, as the nature of the project often requires us to adjust our activities based on progress and weather.

Rules

No Pets: We don’t allow pets on the premises. The area is rural with various wildlife and other animals around, so bringing pets may not be safe.
No Babies: Due to the nature of the construction work and the environment, we cannot accommodate babies as it’s not a safe space for them.
Vegetarian Kitchen: We are a vegetarian household, and we do not allow any type of meat in the kitchen. We provide all meals, and they are strictly vegetarian.
Snacks and Extra Food: While we provide three main meals a day, snacks and additional food items are not included. If you want snacks or extra food between meals, you can purchase them at nearby stores or ask us to buy them for you during our trips to the city.