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25h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Painting & Decorating
- Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
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Amount
- US$ 25
Per day
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- Materials for volunteer activities
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What you get
2
- 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.
- 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.
- Basic Internet Access
- Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
- 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.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
- Get free drinks or beverages.
- Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
- Free Events
- Get free entrance for the best events in town.
- Dance classes
- Take free dance classes at our place.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- 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 days
The Experience
Stay in a Buddhist monastery and share in the simple, mindful way of life. You will join the monks in daily activities, helping with gardening, cleaning, building, and painting. In return, you will receive guidance in meditation, learn about Buddhist teachings, and experience a calm and peaceful environment. You give your time, energy, and support, and you gain inner peace, wisdom, and a unique opportunity to live closely with the monks.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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29 Reviews
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Hours & Tasks
Holistic Center
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 29 Meeting locals
- 25 Immersing in the local culture
- 15 Meeting international travelers
- 14 Creating true social impact
- 10 Developing social awareness
- 9 Get in touch with nature
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 20 4. Quality education
- 10 1. No poverty
- 7 2. Zero hunger
- 6 15. Life on land
Clem
New Zealand
An incredible experience to learn more about Buddhism, meditation, and Sri Lanka as a whole! They were so welcoming and offered really nice accommodation along with amazing food! We were taught everything we needed to know and supported to ask any questions we had, making this a perfect opportunity whether you're new or already familiar with Buddhism and meditation. We even got to tour around to see a bunch of temples, meet locals, and I got to teach English to the little monks at their school which was so much fun! I couldn't recommend this experience more!
5 days ago
Leo
France
My experience at the temple was mind blowing. The temple is surrounded by exotic nature, yet close to the city. You will have time to immerge yourself within the local culture, the bouddhist life and cults, but even more especially with yourself. I was planning on staying for a week but I ended up spending almost two weeks there. The place is so peaceful, meals are delicious and generous. Last but not least, the monks are really welcoming, opened for discussion and will guide you all day for your the Center discovery journey. I will come back. Thank you every one. I am forever grateful.
10 days ago
Ashley
United States
I spent one special week at the temple here. Everyone I met was so kind and hospitable and went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and comfortable. I learned so much here about meditation, Buddhism, and the local way of life in Sri Lanka. I felt really immersed in the community and culture and could not ask for a better experience. I was blown away by everyone's kindness and willingness to share their life with us. Every day was something new and exciting! Thank you!!
12 days ago
Dasha (Darya)
United States
Staying here was a wonderful experience. The hosts and everyone else we met there were very welcoming, generous, and kind. They brought us along with them to be immersed in Sri Lankan culture and went out of their way to show us unique things about their beautiful country. I truly appreciate the peace and learning I experienced on this stay!
14 days ago
Elisa
Italy
I spent just four days at the monastery with the monks. On Sunday, I had the opportunity to go to the Center school, where there were lots of children to talk to and teach them English. I visited a beautiful temple and enjoyed the village and the surrounding nature. In the evening, I had excellent meditation. The food was also delicious... authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. I truly enjoyed the peace and relaxation. Highly recommended.
18 days ago
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