Sustainable Living at a 100-Year-Old Himalayan House 🌱 🌍 ♻️ 🌿
The experience
Join us in revitalizing a piece of history with our 100 year old mud house project nestled against the backdrop of the majestic himalayas. Surrounded by a beautiful organic farming land and blessed with a natural water spring ,this traditional abode holds the essence of sustainable living. Volunteers are invited to breathe life back into this historic gem, where organic food thrives in abundance alongside our cherished cows. Let's come together .
What you offer
30 hours of help per week
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
What you get
1 day off per week
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.
Discounts on Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks:
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties:
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Yoga classes:
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies:
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Fluent English or Fluent Hindi
Between 18 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
"Build, Grow, and Connect: A Himalayan Homestead Experience with Mud House, Farming, and Culture"
Activities & Shift
Farming: "Grow together by cultivating organic food in the fertile land of the Himalayas."
Language Exchange: "Connect with local culture through meaningful language exchanges and shared stories."
Mud House Building: "Contribute to the restoration and construction of a sustainable 100-year-old mud house."
Carpentry: "Learn and practice carpentry skills while helping craft sustainable, natural structures."
Stone Work: "Experience the art of stonework while preserving traditional Himalayan building techniques."
Yoga: "Start each day with rejuvenating yoga sessions amidst breathtaking Himalayan views."
Art: "Express your creativity through art, sharing and collaborating in a vibrant, inspiring environment."
Rules
Respect Nature
Sleep Early
Work Together
Honor Local Traditions
Practice Sustainability
Be Present
Positive Attitude