🌿 Volunteer and Experience Nature in Its Purest Form! 🏕️

Italy

4

In Batterfly Valley it took me a little to feel at home. Unfortunately when I arrived I felt a lot of tension in between the staff, the person I spoke to through the app was not there anymore. Due to this general confusion I found myself helping in roles I had not applied for, but in the end I adapted as much as possible, it was ok. This particular atmosphere could sometimes be a little difficult to face alone and for this I thank all the volunteers, we spent wonderful moments together trying to create our own space, a natural safe space, where in the end we even danced and laughed for hours.

4 months ago

Portugal

3

My experience in the guest house was a little bittersweet. It is, in fact, a beautiful place, filled with the most amazing people, including both volunteers and staff. The accommodation (tents) is okay, and the food is really good, although very repetitive and not the healthiest (there's rarely any protein or vegetables). However, the most frustrating part for me was the lack of organization and the way the staff was treated. When we arrived, no one explained basic things, the volunteers had to do work they didn't applied to and some of them where even sent home bc there was no work for them

4 months ago

Iran

4

Honestly, the guest house was one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. Its clean and beautiful sea and the untouched nature were exactly what I was looking for. The volunteers there felt like a family to me — we were all very close to each other. The only downside was that the food portions were a bit small. But overall, I really enjoyed my stay.” 🌊🌿

4 months ago

Brazil

4

​This was an experience ok, the biggest positive being the connection with the other volunteers. ​Despite the spectacular nature, the number of tourists took away some of the peace. The nights, however, were quite lively with parties. ​The lack of communication and organization from the contractors was definitely a point to be improved. Nevertheless, what truly saved the experience was the relationship between the volunteers. The exchange of experiences and mutual support made the journey unforgettable and outweighed the negatives. The tents were relatively comfortable, food ok.

4 months ago

Brazil

4

The Valley is a real paradise and it was truly amazing waking up to those views during 45 days. Depending on the day, your tasks and work hours might change, which requires flexibility and adaptability on your part. A good thing about the tasks is that they allow you to be creative and propose extra activities you'd like to offer to the guests. On the downside, the trash could be recycled and a better environmental conscious developed. Also, sometimes the energy of the place might be a little heavy, which is not the host's fault. You can often feel how tired and stressed the workers are.

4 months ago

Brazil

4

The place it's a paradise on earth, beautiful. and unique! That's the reason that for sure it's needed to give more attention to the nature around at the place. Turn it more sustainable. As a volunteer I was able to offer ideas about things that I could do. I gave yoga classes, worked in the market and promoted rituals. The atmosphere is no the best sometimes, but is not Nilsu's fault, she is just a worker and the workers really work hard there. The food was ok, the lunch usually dont have enough protein, so i recommend you to bring some protein powder. Met lovely people from many countries.

4 months ago

Ecuador

1

My experience in BV was not what I expected. I was looking for a human experience and found a place focused on money. I was there with my partner and I didn't like the way she was treated as a woman. The working hours and schedule was a total mess, communication between managers was awful and never had a clear schedule on how to proceed with tasks. The staff wasn't looking very happy and everyone was afraid of "the boss". That kind of managing does't suit with my values. I booked a month stay and ended up leaving after three days. The place is beautiful, meals and accomodation were respected.

6 months ago

Furkan replied

You tried to make money in our establishment without any permission or boundaries. We tried to support you, but you did not behave in an acceptable manner. Hygiene is the most important thing, and you even violated that.



Ecuador

1

We were excited for a good experience, but this place was a total disappointment. It's disorganized, not spiritual at all, and felt like a tourist trap. We applied for social media, but they didn't know what to do with us. They tried to benefit from my tattoo work without offering space or respect. I was told to dance beside my partner like an object — I felt deeply disrespected as a woman. Also, they prefer single women and don't treat couples well. If you're looking for a deep, conscious experience, this is not the place. AVOID if youre looking for an organized and respectful place.

6 months ago

Furkan replied

You said, 'If I don’t do tattoos, I will leave because I need money.' You gave a tattoo without our permission and in complete disregard of hygiene rules.
You also mentioned that you're a dancer and that you could dance. Lying doesn't suit you at all. Fortunately, we’ve reached out to the relevant parties about this matter.

United States

4

Accommodation and food portions provided were great. You could always go to get seconds, and you have half off on most of the stuff sold in the valley! The staff that you meet is full of very kind people that if you're willing to work through translating are very fun to talk to. Only downside is that the communication with the volunteers, and accuracy of our job description is a little chaotic. That could change over time, but it really depends who's in charge of the volunteers at the time. If you can handle that you will do just fine in the valley!

7 months ago

Furkan replied

Thanks for your review! Best wishes...

United States

4

I had a great time during my stay at the guest house. The staff was always kind, I made incredibly close connections with the other volunteers, and Nilsu (the coordinator) was always very kind. It is a great opportunity to stay a beautiful place, where I would probably otherwise not be able to afford a single night stay. It seems like direction of management changes daily, so you need to be a very flexible and adaptive person, because sometimes your work will switch. Being social media, sometimes I needed to adjust my hours because I was asked to work extra some evenings.

7 months ago

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