Work exchange in Spain: Come join us on the Camino de Santiago and...

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What you offer

25h

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

Cooking: Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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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.

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.

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: 2 weeks

The Experience

More than 250 pilgrims pass every day, after sometimes having walked for more than 2 weeks. Some of them will stop to relax and regain their energy. We'll support them with healthy home-made food, fresh drinks and a big smile, a vegetarian communal diner in the evening and an energy-boosting breakfast. And we offer them massage, yoga, musical instruments and personal attention. Would you like to help us cook for our guests..?

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Requirements

Intermediate English and Intermediate Spanish
Over 23 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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Talk to those who have lived the experience

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a) How was your experience with this host?
b) How was your day-to-day routine?
c) How much did you spend on this trip?

18 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

14 Meeting international travelers
12 Get in touch with nature
12 Meeting locals
11 Immersing in the local culture
10 Practicing English
9 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

6 12. Responsible consumption and production
5 3. Good health and well-being
4 15. Life on land

Eblyn Yisel

Honduras

My experience at the the hostel in Salas was incredible. The work wasn't hard at all. I helped with housekeeping and preparing breakfast, and everything was very easy to do. Nicolas is very attentive to the hostel and always makes sure the activities are carried out. The town and the people of Salas are lovely.

12 days ago

Belen

Chile

My experience in the hostel was amazing! Nicolaas is kind and flexible, the work is simple, the sleeping arrangements are comfortable and the town is cozy. Would do again!

about 2 months ago

Ana

Mexico

This was such an enriching experience. I helped cook and serve dinner for pilgrims and most importantly, I got to enjoy the mealtime conversations, all incredibly moving and inspiring. Nicolaas is a generous host who deeply cares about creating a meaningful experience for pilgrims. He values structure and efficiency, which brings a sense of purpose to each day. While his approach can feel firm at times, it's all part of ensuring everything runs smoothly. I'd highly recommend this opportunity to anyone who enjoys contributing in a purposeful way and thrives in an organized, intentional setting.

about 2 months ago

Any

Brazil

Work as a volunteer in the hostel was a great experience! Nicolas is friendly and work is quite easy. I could practice a lot of English and be in contact with people around the world. Salas is a beautiful village, with a lot of trails do go on hikes and be in contact with nature. However I decided to leave earlier because I was looking for a place to practice Spanish and Nicolas was really apprehensible. I wish all the best to the hostel and buen camino to all peregrines and volunteers.

11 months ago

Thaisa

Brazil

I highly recommend it! The volunteer experience was incredible! I really enjoyed being part of the volunteer team, especially because it was something related to the Camino de Santiago. Nicolaas was always kind and attentive to me. The team of volunteers from various countries around the world was fun and welcoming. Thank you Nicolas, Cristina, Dana, Jordan and Sophie!

about 1 year ago

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