Volunteer Adventure Host: Guide, Explore and Create memorable exp

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Connect with international travelers: 110 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 84 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

25h

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

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Tour Guide: Organize and lead tours around the city.

Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.

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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.

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

Are you passionate about connecting with people and creating unforgettable experiences? Join us as a Social Volunteer and be part of our exciting, welcoming and dynamic hostel in Gran Canaria where you'll lead city tours, outdoor activities and social events for our guests! Exploring a beautiful island and meeting great people along the way. You would be part of a 6 person volunteer team so would have the chance to share the experience.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 18 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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140 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

110 Meeting international travelers
84 Practicing English
60 Practicing Spanish
43 Immersing in the local culture
39 Developing social awareness
28 Meeting locals

nikol

Czech Republic

I can't explain how grateful I am for this volunteering experience at the hostel. I had the best time and was really lucky with the amazing group I spent the month with, I wouldn't change a thing! The only small downside is that there are cockroaches, but the hostel is actively working on solving this issue. Apart from that, I would recommend this place to everyone. Thank you so much for the wonderful time I could spend here and to all the volunteers, I truly had the best experience! 💗 thank you

3 days ago

daniel replied

Thank you so much for your kind words and for being such a positive part of the Columbus family, Nikol! 💛 We're so happy to hear you had a great experience and connected well with the group—that means a lot to us. We really appreciate your understanding regarding the cockroach issue; it's something we're actively addressing, and feedback like yours helps us improve. Wishing you all the best on your journey, and you’re always welcome back! 🌍✨

Lea

Germany

My volunteering experience at the hostel was incredible. I met so many lovely people, the tasks were manageable and we had enough free time to explore the island. If you're thinking of going you should definitely do it! It was one of the best times ever 🥰

12 days ago

daniel replied

Thank you so much for your lovely words, Lea! 🥰 We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time at Columbus Rooftop Hostel and that the experience was so meaningful for you. It's always amazing to see volunteers connect, enjoy the island, and make the most of their time here. You're always welcome back—wishing you all the best on your next adventure! 🌞🌴

Mira Charlotte

Germany

My stay at the hostel was incredible from start to finish. I met amazing people, made memories I'll never forget, and the atmosphere was always full of good vibes. With the other volunteers, it honestly felt like one big family, and the work was totally fine, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the island. the hostel is super cool, and at night the hostel bar was the perfect start to unforgettable nights. The island is beautiful and theres something for everyone Thanks for the unforgettable time!! I'd recommend this place to anyone 🌞🌴

13 days ago

Ellie

Canada

I absolutely love my time at Colombus ! The job was relatively easy and you always work in teams of two or three other volunteers during your shift. We even got three days off per week which gave me time to fully explore all of the island. It is one of the best experience I have done volunteering :) I will miss it for sure ☀️

15 days ago

Marine

Belgium

My experience at the hostel was out of this world. I've met the most incredible people and created memories that will last forever :) The work is easy, mostly cleaning; the hostel is well-located, more in the old Las Palmas than near the sea, but it's quiet and the sea is only 30 minutes away by bus. I was there during low season, so we were more volunteers than guests in the hostel, but it seemed like we were one big family. So for all those who love meeting people, partying, surfing, sun, a home away from home, I can't recommend this experience enough 🌞

21 days ago

daniel replied

Thank you so much for this beautiful message, Marine! 🌞 We're so happy to hear that your time at Columbus Hostel was such a meaningful and memorable experience. It’s always amazing to see volunteers forming real connections and creating that "home away from home" feeling. Your presence truly added to the positive vibe here. Wishing you many more adventures filled with sun, surf, and good people—our doors are always open if you ever want to come back! 💛

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