Live Alone in Paradise: Guesthouse & Cat-Sitting Opportunity

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals: 3 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with nature: 3 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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.

Pet Sitting: Taking care of and looking after pets.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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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.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

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.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

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: 3 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

🌴 Volunteer Opportunity in Cambodia: Pet-Sitting & Guesthouse Guardian for June 🌴 We’re looking for a responsible, calm and independent person to take care of our beloved cat Snow and keep an eye on our small guesthouse that will be closed on the peaceful island of Koh Rong Sanloem during the entire month of June.

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate French
Over 24 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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3 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

3 Meeting locals
3 Get in touch with nature
2 Practicing English
2 Meeting international travelers
2 Immersing in the local culture
1 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 14. Life below water

Melinda

Germany

The guest house is a lovely place to volunteer at. I was there during low season so there wasn't a lot to do. The atmosphere of the hostel is very chill and comfortable and it's located right at the beach in paradise! Fred is a super chill and lovely host. Very understanding and adaptable to unexpected situations and tries to make everyone feel included. Working at the bar is super chill. Pouring a few drinks and talking to the customers while also making sure the bar area and seating area stays clean. Check ins are also very easy to do and the system doesn't take long to understand. :)

22 days ago

Frédéric replied

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a real pleasure having you with us at Koalama. Even during the quieter season, your positive energy and friendly attitude made a big difference. I'm really glad you enjoyed the vibe here and found the work easy and enjoyable. You're always welcome back in our little beach paradise anytime. Safe travels and hope to see you again soon!
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Justine

Canada

The guest house is truly the place to go if you want to have the best volonteering experience. I made a family there: Fred, the owner, welcomes everyone as a family, with so much kindness, flexibility and understanding. He's making sure everyone is having a good time. The island is lovely, as the people who lives there. As volonteers, we can either sleep in a comfy bed or on a hammock, which both are very comfy. AND dont get me started on Snow, the cat, the love of my life. Im writing this review with tears in my eyes as im leaving my the guest house Family ❤️

about 2 months ago

Frédéric replied

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! ❤️
Reading your words truly moved us.
From the very beginning, you became part of the Koalama family, and your warmth, positivity, and kindness made a real difference here. You’ve been a golden volunteer — reliable, caring, and full of good vibes.
It’s people like you who make this place so special. Know that you’ll always have a home here — the comfy bed, the hammock, and we will be waiting for you 🐾🌴

With all our love,
The Koalama Team

José

Portugal

I had an amazing experience at the guest house Hostel. I loved how Fred (the owner) was super easygoing and cool, always saying "no pressure" to learning new things and giving out free dinners and drinks 😁. This is the best volunteering if you are looking for some chill beach time, because the island is a small, calm paradise, especially Mpay Bay.

3 months ago

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