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Hostel Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

5.0
(10 reviews)10

Help keep a friendly hostel running smoothly while living like a local

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
10 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
7 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

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.
Cooking
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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What you get

1

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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

This role is all about keeping the hostel running smoothly behind the scenes. Tasks include morning property clean-up, room service during midday, post-dinner tidying, or handling laundry to keep everything fresh for the next day. Shifts are flexible and shared among the team. Ideal for someone hands-on, dependable, and easygoing. You'll stay in a cozy staff house nearby—shared AC dorm, comfy setup, and two lovely dogs for company.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Between 18 and 35 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Be from outside Sri Lanka

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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10 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 10 Meeting international travelers
  • 7 Meeting locals
  • 7 Practicing English
  • 5 Developing social awareness
  • 5 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Get in touch with nature

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 1 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 1 14. Life below water

Poland

5

I volunteered at this hostel for 3 weeks and had a great time! The vibe was amazing, the people were super friendly, and the work was easy and enjoyable. It was a really fun and positive experience. I totally recommend it!

10 days ago

India

5

I had really good time volunteer at this place ,it was first time ever to volunteer in a hostel and couldnt ask more ,such great experience I had with amazing people around ,i had the best time ever in this place .

20 days ago

Turkey

5

Everything was very good for me, I seemed to have a holiday there, thank you Jay for everything, he is very warm and very helpful, definitely a place I recommend to everyone, a place that gives you a lot of facilities and flexibility, if you want to have a holiday and socialize, you should definitely choose it, I hope to see you again

about 2 months ago

Germany

5

We had such a nice an fun stay at the hostel! We even extended our stay for one week. The Host and the crew is amazing and we enjoyed everything here and would recommend it to every traveller that wants to be part of a social crazy community!

3 months ago

Iran

5

"I worked as a social host and bartender at this amazing hostel. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere was vibrant and lively. I had an amazing time and made lots of new friends. It's a highly social environment, and I definitely recommend taking the opportunity to volunteer here if you get the chance!"

4 months ago

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