Voluntary spot in one of the best hostel in Rio de Janeiro

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Connect with international travelers: 10 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 10 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

30h

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

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Night Shift: Help with night shift tasks and create a relaxing environment for guests.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.

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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.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, 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

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

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

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

The Experience

Join our team at one of Rio de Janeiro's most unique accommodations! Our hostel, set in a castle built in 1872, is located in one of the city's prime spots. With a gigantic pool and a vast garden teeming with wildlife, our setting is truly out of a fairy tale. We're looking for world backpackers who are eager to make our guests feel right at home, creating a family-like atmosphere.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent Portuguese
Between 21 and 33 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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13 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

10 Meeting international travelers
10 Practicing English
7 Practicing Spanish
6 Get in touch with nature
5 Immersing in the local culture
3 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

5 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
3 8. Decent work and economic growth
2 15. Life on land

Barbara

Argentina

My experience was so wonderful! I ended up spending almost two months at the hostel because I felt so at home and the people ,managers and also the location were just the best. We worked together as a team. I felt the managers trust and communicate with the volunteers in such good manners (I can appreciate this in particular because I've had bad experiences in the past with different hosts). I would recommend the volunteering experience 100%.

5 months ago

Lívia

Brazil

I had a humanitarian realization in the heart of Rio, in Santa Teresa. Living in Rio de Janeiro has been transformative, one path that awakened my innate humanitarian spirit. In the midst of Rio's lively streets and serene beaches, I encounted countless stories of resilience, compassion, forgiveness, rooted in the belief that we are all interconnected. Under the arms of Christ the Redeemer, I found a renewed sense of purpose. Thank you for everything. It was 6 months lifechanging volunteer program. Do yourself a favor, apply to volunteer in the Castle of the hostel!

6 months ago

Israel

Brazil

It really is a good experience to live in a castle. I had a lot of comfort and good exchanges. They were good months.

8 months ago

Théo

France

Amazing stay at the hostel for people who want to stay for a while in Rio it's the perfect place !

over 1 year ago

Renata

Argentina

Ser voluntaria en el hostel a través de Worldpackers fue una experiencia increíble. Conocí viajeros de todo el mundo, practiqué idiomas y viví en un castillo! El ambiente de trabajo es excelente, el desayuno súper completo y Santa Teresa es un barrio hermoso. El cuarto de voluntarios tiene aire acondicionado y cada domingo hacen un churrasco gratis para todos. Destaco la comunicación con las managers, siempre atentas y dispuestas a ayudar, resolvieron cada inconveniente que tuve. Recomiendo este voluntariado al 100% y sin dudas lo haría de nuevo. ¡Gracias Solenn, Heloise y Lennon!

5 months ago

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