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Holistic Center Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka

5.0
(22 reviews)22

Live and Learn with monks attached to a Buddhist monastery

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
12 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host
This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with the locals
21 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture
20 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

8h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Teaching Languages
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 25

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities
  • Donation to project

Description

This contributes to the rich meals we provide and comfortable accommodation. The rest goes to the charities.

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What you get

3

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.
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 Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
2 days

The Experience

Stay in a peaceful monastery and experience authentic Buddhist culture. Spend time with monks and learn about their daily life. We offer a flexible schedule with no strict program. Enjoy three traditional meals a day, along with fresh fruits. Receive guidance in meditation, visit temples around, engage in cultural activities to get the real local vibe. take time for self-reflection healing and spiritual growth.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 18 and 80 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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22 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Holistic Center

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 21 Meeting locals
  • 20 Immersing in the local culture
  • 12 Creating true social impact
  • 12 Developing social awareness
  • 11 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 9 1. No poverty
  • 9 3. Good health and well-being
  • 7 5. Gender equality
  • 6 15. Life on land

Taiwan

5

I'm so happy I decided to join this volunteer project during my first two days in Sri Lanka—it was such a great choice! It gave me a super real and hands-on experience of the local culture. I got to hang out with local students, cook traditional Sri Lankan food, meditate on big rocks, and join peaceful chanting sessions in the evening. Bhante and his team were really kind and flexible—they never packed the schedule too tightly and always checked in with how me and the other volunteer were feeling. I honestly loved every meal they made.

20 days ago

Argentina

5

It was a lovely experience The monks are so calm and cute I received a lot of love 100% recommend 🩷

about 1 month ago

Czech Republic

5

My stay in the Center was something extraordinary. All the monks were very helpful and caring and made sure we can experience the local culture. I learned something about buddhism, met locals, attended ceremonies, a dance class, tried local food and much more. For the work we visited schools and chatted with kids, played games and overall taught them some english. I felt welcomed and respected at this place and I highly recommend:)

about 1 month ago

Germany

5

My four days here were amazing. All the Bhantes that live here are super friendly and helpful. It is a great way to get an insight look on Buddhism and local life. I would recommend it 100% 🙏🏼

about 2 months ago

United States

5

I loved my experience here everybody was so kind and I learned a lot about Buddhism. The food was also amazing and the children were very sweet! Thank you for having me definitely recommend!! ❤️

about 2 months ago

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