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Hydroponic Culture

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The experience

🌱 Volunteer in Paradise: Grow, Cook & Explore! 🌱
At Mango by Hijau Hostel in Banyuwangi, we mix travel, community, and sustainability into one amazing experience!

✨ Your main mission: dive into our Hydroponic Culture Project, learning how to grow fresh veggies in a fun, hands-on way.
🌿 Side projects: help us keep our hostel garden green and thriving.
🍳 Extra flavor: join and share in our food cooking classes, where culture meets delicious ho

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 10 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Why is there a fee? Your small contribution helps us keep things running smoothly It covers: - Comfortable accommodation & utilities - Healthy meals and a bit of local transport - Supporting the growth of our Hydroponic Education project By joining, you’re not just learningβ€”you’re also helping us sustain a greener, community-based initiative that inspires others to grow their own food.

What you get

2 days off per week

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.

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.

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

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

🌟 Program Highlights

🌱 Learn Hydroponics – Get hands-on experience in sustainable farming and discover how to grow fresh veggies without soil.

🌿 Gardening Fun – Help us keep the hostel garden green, lively, and welcoming for travelers.

🍳 Cooking Classes – Share recipes, cook together, and enjoy delicious cultural exchanges in our kitchen.

🏝️ Perfect Location – Stay in Banyuwangi, the ideal stop just before or after Bali, surrounded by East Java’s stunning nature.

🌍 Community & Connection – Meet like-minded travelers, make new friends, and be part of an eco-friendly project.

πŸ’š Positive Impact – Support a local initiative that inspires sustainable living and greener hospitality.

Activities & Shift

πŸ•’ Shifts & Schedule

We believe in balance β€” volunteering while still having plenty of free time to explore Banyuwangi’s beauty!

⏰ Shifts: 4–5 hours per day

πŸ“… Days: 4 days per week (3 days off to rest, travel, or explore)

🌞 Morning (preferred): Hydroponic and gardening activities while the weather is cool

πŸŒ™ Afternoon/Evening (sometimes): Helping with cooking classes or light hostel activities

With 3 free days every week, you’ll have the perfect chance to hike Ijen Crater, surf at Red Island Beach, or take the ferry over to Bali. 🌺✨

Rules

πŸ“Œ Volunteer Rules at Mango by Hijau Hostel

To make sure everyone has a great experience, we ask all volunteers to follow these simple guidelines:

⏰ Be on time – Please respect the agreed schedule (4–5 hours a day, 4 days a week).

🌿 Positive attitude – Come with an open mind, a smile, and willingness to learn and share.

🀝 Team spirit – Work together with other volunteers, staff, and guests. Respect cultural differences.

🏑 Respect the space – Keep common areas tidy, take care of tools, and treat the hostel like your home.

🚭 No drugs, no excessive drinking – We want a safe, healthy, and respectful environment.

πŸ›οΈ Rest well – Quiet hours at night so everyone can recharge.

πŸ’¬ Communication is key – If you have questions, ideas, or issues, please talk to the hostβ€”we’re here to support each other.

🌍 Be mindful & eco-friendly – Save water, electricity, and reduce waste whenever possible.

By following these simple rules, we can create a positive and meaningful experience for everyone 🌱✨