Social Media/ Content Creator

Chile

5

My 1st experience volunteering at the hostel was THE BEST! Aparna managed very good the activities where I had to participate and create content … The manager of the hostel, Ancy , show me everything around the hostel and the neighbourhood make me feel at home all the time, I got such a good memories in this stay. I did so little in comparison whit what I got ! I hope coming back next year.

3 months ago

Brazil

5

My time at the hostel was very nice! I arrived during the off-season, but there was still plenty to do around the area. The hostel has a great location far enough from the busy areas to be peaceful, but close enough to restaurants if you need them. Aparna is very flexible with the work, and I really enjoyed creating content during my stay. The place itself is lovely, and the balcony is amazing for doing yoga, relaxing, or watching the sunset. If you're looking for a more relaxed side of India with opportunities to practice yoga and surf, this is the place!

4 months ago

Aparna replied

Dear Mayra

We had a lovely time hosting you and you genuinely helped us create some quality content of the hostel and especially of the international surf festival- we are so excited to see more of your content and we wish you get to find and nurture more travel communities across beautiful coastlines. And please come back anytime you miss the hostel and our waves here :)

New Zealand

5

Such a nice comfortable hostel experience was lovely I painted a mural in the bathroom of a mermaid with some sea creatures. was fun thanks for hosting me

4 months ago

Aparna replied

Deat Lee

Thanks so much for adding color to our life and the hostel - a part of you will always remain here, everytime we pass the beautiful mermaid you have left for us. Wishing you loads of cool surf shores in your life ahead :)

Germany

5

Unfortunately, I was only able to stay for one week but I had the best time! I felt very welcomed and can tell the place is very special. When I stayed there, there wasn't too much work to do, accordingly I had a lot of free time and was able to enjoy the beautiful nature in Varkala. Hope I can come back one time and stay longer.

5 months ago

Aparna replied

Dear Alexandra,

Thank you for staying with us, even if it was for a short while. As we were in between retreats, you caught us at a very peaceful time and we are so glad you had a wonderful time staying with us as well. We wish you can come back another time for a longer stay- but until have loads of fun slow traveling Thailand. 🤍

Brazil

5

What a pleasure been part of this beautiful project! Aparna is super flexible, has a huge warm heart (so try to enjoy this project in the best way and not just be another volunteer), is always willing to help you and clarify things of work. She will allow you to be free to explore and activate your creative side. Just do it! My days in Varkala were quiet/chill and with the company of Ancy (manager) I could understand more the local culture and live beautiful experiences! Thanks for having me, Aparna! You rock! And I can't wait to be back one day to see this project still strong and bigger! =)

6 months ago

Aparna replied

Awwww Bee- we had an absolutely amazing time hosting you and I cannot be more sad that your volunteering time with us has to ended. All the plants you have reared for us will miss you terribly just like us. Do comeback anytime you miss the beaches and our slow life :)

Much love
💙

Brazil

5

What a pleasure been part of this beautiful project! Aparna is super flexible, has a huge warm heart (so try to enjoy this project in the best way and not just be another volunteer), is always willing to help you and clarify things of work. She will leave you super free to explore and activate your creative side. Just do it! My days in Varkala were quiet/chill and with the company of Ancy (manager) I could understand more the local culture and live beautiful experiences! Thanks for having me, Aparna! You rock! And I can't wait to be back one day to see this project still strong and bigger!

6 months ago

Aparna replied

Awwww Bee- we had an absolutely amazing time hosting you and I cannot be more sad that your volunteering time with us has to ended. All the plants you have reared for us will miss you terribly just like us. Do comeback anytime you miss the beaches and our slow life :)

Much love
💙

Brazil

5

It was a lovely time! The hostel is exactly like the pictures: beautiful, many trees around, rooftop with sea view, big pool, clean and comfortable rooms. It is 7 minutes walking from the beach and restaurants. I did not see much happening around, this part of Varkala is peaceful and quiet. Aparna is such a good host, always helpful and really respectful in every request. It was super chill and I was able to work remotely while volunteering. There was not a lot the hostel going on tho, i think it depends on the date you go. It was amazing being with girls!

6 months ago

Aparna replied

Dear Maria

We had a lovely time hosting you and thanks a ton for the amazing yoga classes you took for our women. They loved it. And for the yoga and hostel content you have taken for us will go up this week as well. So excited.

Please come back for more vacays :)

United States

5

Great spot for solo the hostel travelers! Met super cool people here and got to really enjoy Varkala!

6 months ago

Aparna replied

We had an amazing time hosting you Bella. Looking forward to seeing your travel stories on Instagram !

Chile

5

We had such a lovely experience in Varkala! the hostel is a wonderful female-only hostel, very well taken care of, close to the beach and with such a nice vibe. Also Aparna is an amazing host! Definitely recommend 😊

6 months ago

Aparna replied

We had so much fun having you around for the sessions Daniela and will always remember the stories we shared over dinner quite fondly. More power to you, for all the roads you have destined for yourself !

Greece

5

I applaud the intiative of Aparna to create a safe place the hostel and offer new experiences. The hostel itself is very clean and has a wonderful vibe that makes you instantly feel like at home. The work is very flexible and Aparna very understanding. During my short stay I didn't get the chance to participate and help at an organized retreat, but nevertheless I had a good time meeting new people and being given the chance to heal and slow down for a little bit.

6 months ago

Aparna replied

We had an amazing time hosting Eleni. We only had a short time together but she is a very sociable person who values the mindful nature of the work we do at the hostel and having her around was an absolute pleasure ! Wishing her more healing 💙💙💙

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