Join our Buddhist community and experience meditating

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: 6 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with international travelers: 7 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals: 6 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

Hours per day: 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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

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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.

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

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

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

The Experience

We are a Buddhist community and charity based in the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges. We have beautiful gardens and are surrounded by longer hikes through the national park and surrounds. The environment is very tranquil and restful, and is perfect for meditation and contemplation.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 20 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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9 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Sustainable Community

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

7 Meeting international travelers
6 Meeting locals
6 Developing social awareness
6 Get in touch with nature
5 Practicing English
3 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

6 3. Good health and well-being

Giulia

Italy

Stay at the KMCA is a must. I had an amazing time there, the surroundings are breath taking, and I'd have stayed longer if I hadn't have other plans already made. The working hours are ok, and well spread during the day. The tasks are very straight forward, but in any case Sam, and the other guys at the community are more than happy to help. As a cherry on the cake, while there I also got the opportunity to partecipare to the community classes. So, highly recommended indeed!

about 1 month ago

Maxime

Canada

My experience in Dandenong Range was beautiful, peaceful, and joyful. There are places where you just feel good; this is one of them. The team is great, and other volunteers make the stay so enjoyable. I had a lot of fun working with others, cooking, sharing meals and conversations. Sam has great leadership, and it's always pleasant working with her in the kitchen. We also helped with cleaning, rooms, and other small projects. I'd recommend this to anyone seeking a mindful and slower pace of life, outside of the usual distractions Thank you so much!

about 2 months ago

Victoria

Canada

Peaceful and insightful stay. The team and regulars at the temple were very welcoming and kind. The position was exactly as described on the app. A beautiful place to slow down, help out, and connect within. Come and experience it for yourself — you won't regret it! 🧘‍♀️

about 2 months ago

Bo

Netherlands

I had a very good time at KMCA. Beautiful garden! Facilities are nice and clean. Lots of time to discover the surrounding. The work was either in the garden, cleaning, or helping out in the kitchen. Sometimes the expectations of management were not completely clear, this could have been avoided by more communication. It's a good spot to learn about the Buddhist lifestyle.

2 months ago

Michael

Israel

I had the most amazing time in the monastery! The daily chores were surprisingly fun, especially when done with friends. The environment is very social- you get to meet other international volunteers. After the work is done ya'll can join the Dharma talks, which I found incredibly insightful, plus the surrounding area is beautiful for hikes on your days off. So if you're interested in learning a bit about Buddhism and have fun while volunteering, I highly recommend applying for it!

4 months ago

Judy replied

Thanks Michael we also enjoyed having you stay with us. Thanks for all the hard work you put in, especially with the pesky tents! All the best for the rest of your travels

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