🌊 – Help Us Build Our New Wall!

Help a sustainable project: 9 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Practice English: 10 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Connect with the locals: 9 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
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What you offer

32h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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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.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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 Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

Are you looking to get your hands dirty and be part of something meaningful by the sea? We’re currently building a new wall and need some extra help with concrete work and excavation here at Elm on the Beach, a beautiful beachfront hotel transforming into a full resort.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

Affordable and clean energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

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18 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Farm

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

10 Practicing English
9 Meeting locals
9 Meeting international travelers
8 Immersing in the local culture
8 Get in touch with nature
5 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

8 2. Zero hunger
8 7. Affordable and clean energy
5 1. No poverty

Fran

Spain

This was my first volunteer experience, and it was a wonderful experience. Chris is a great guy, and his family is lovely; they treated me like a member of the family. The tasks were varied, a lot of work, but the effort was worth it (I can't wait to go back and enjoy the hotel I was renovating with Chris). P.S. Good luck with your projects! I wish you the best! ✌️😎

20 days ago

asami

Japan

Great

24 days ago

Elija

Germany

Elm is a nice voulenteering spot. The work is very versatile you da bit of everything. Chris and his family are good people. Also there is a lot to explore around the area. I recommend trying all the onsens and Teamlab rice terraces

about 1 month ago

Nicholas

Germany

I truly enjoyed my stay here and will always look back on it with a smile. Right from the very beginning, I felt welcomed as part of the family, which made the experience incredibly special. The place is full of life, exactly what I was looking for. The work was varied and rewarding, ranging from gardening, painting, organizing, and building to simple household tasks. We were provided with plenty of food—but some of my best memories come from the dinners and BBQs we shared together. I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity and all the amazing people I had the chance to meet.

about 2 months ago

Alex

Australia

I had a really fun experience at ELM. The host Chris is super energetic and always looking to have a laugh. The work is varied depending on what's happening at the time. Chris looked to tailor individuals tasks based on their interests and skill set so communicating such to Chris is important if you want to get the most out of your experience. Chris's family are beautiful and a pleasure to be around. The food provided is great and the accommodation is cozy. Chris also looked to give us more than just the work experience, trying to line up events and tickets for the vollies. Much love 💜✌️

3 months ago

asami replied

Thank you so much, Alex! It was such a pleasure having your positive energy and great attitude here at Elm. We really appreciate how you embraced the experience and connected with our family and the other volunteers.

I’m glad you enjoyed the variety of tasks, the meals, and the cozy space—and it means a lot to hear you felt supported and encouraged during your stay. You’re always welcome back anytime.

Much love back to you!
Chris & Asami
Elm on the Beach

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