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Description
For all the expenses we bear for your comfort. We offer quality accommodation and Very good meals, fruits and beverages.
What you get
4
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Private Room
- You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
- 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.
- 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
- 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 Accommodation
- Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
- Get free drinks or beverages.
- Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
- Free Events
- Get free entrance for the best events in town.
- Dance classes
- Take free dance classes at our place.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
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- Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
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- 1 day
The Experience
We need to Promote our programme. We are connected to Monastareris and want to build a sustainable tourist project that will bring religious and spiritual tourism to the village and the general people.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English or Intermediate German
- Between 18 and 70 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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Holistic Center
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How this experience will transform you
- 20 Meeting locals
- 17 Immersing in the local culture
- 12 Creating true social impact
- 10 Meeting international travelers
- 9 Developing social awareness
- 7 Get in touch with nature
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 14 4. Quality education
- 7 1. No poverty
- 6 2. Zero hunger
- 5 15. Life on land
Helena
Germany
I had an amazing time at the Center Temple! We had lots of time to relax and a perfect amount of activities like visiting temples and a monk school to teach English, a cooking class and a house ceremony. Bhante Vihara and Siri showed us around in the village and took great care of us volunteers. We learned a lot about Buddhism and also a bit about meditation, which was interesting. I felt very welcome and had the best food!! It was a great start into my Sri Lanka trip. Thanks you!
7 days ago
Hilal
France
I absolutely loved my stay at the temple. It is an amazing opportunity to learn about buddhism, to immerse into their life and the local culture, to be in touch with the local people and lots of kids. I had the opportunity to teach english (it was mostly playing games and speaking english to them) at the sunday school, government school and monk school, it was an unforgettable experience. Thanks to banthe Vihara and banthe Dammasara for their kindness and patience. I will miss Nanda and Seela's big smile :)
16 days ago
Shyra
United States
I spent one unforgettable week at the Center Temple for my first Worldpackers experience, and it was truly life-changing. I was immersed in the beauty of the Center lifestyle—visiting sacred temples, participating in ceremonies, and meditating alongside the monks. Everyone I met was incredibly kind and welcoming, making me feel right at home from the start. One of the most meaningful parts of my stay was teaching English to the monks and joining their Sunday school during the New Year celebration. It was a true honor to share and learn in such a rich cultural exchange.
about 1 month ago
Yogozzy
Germany
I stayed at Bhante Wasa's temple for 2 nights. My stay was so lovely. I had amazing food both at home and at ceremonies that I've joined thanks to my hosts. I didn't know what we would be doing most of the time, so things felt spontaneous and I think knowing a liittle bit about the schedule would help. But I really enjoyed everything I did in the end. 🙏 I got to meditate with the other temple's monk as well. And the highlight of my stay was definitely the Sunday school! It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life 🤍 I am so grateful for this opportunity. 100% recommended.
about 1 month ago
Gnanawasa Thero replied
Thanks a lot for the lovely words. We will definitely meet one day. We are also opening a meditation center in Berlin soon.
Maeva
France
The five days I spent at the temple were amazing. I didn't stay only at Sambuddaloka Temple—I also joined another temple several times, where I had the opportunity to practice meditation and attend ceremonies. It was a truly enriching experience, and if I return to Sri Lanka, I would be delighted to spend a few more days with them!
3 months ago
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