Bring an eco-village to life in Koh Tao, Thailand

4.5

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The experience

Volunteers at The Lighthouse help us grow an eco-focused space by building tent platforms, shaping garden paths, painting, cleaning, and supporting breakfast prep. Days are simple and hands-on, with time to enjoy nature and connect with our small community. We value kindness, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Your work helps create a more sustainable and welcoming space for guests.

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What you offer

20 hours of help per week

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

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

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

2 days off per week

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

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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.

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.

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

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

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

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

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

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Requirements

Intermediate English

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

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

This volunteer program is for travelers who want to take part in building a small eco space on a hilltop in Koh Tao. The project mixes practical work with simple living. Volunteers help shape the land, set up structures for guests, and keep the space welcoming. You’ll stay in a quiet natural setting, share meals, and be part of the daily rhythm of a developing retreat.

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Activities & Shift

Most days begin around 8:30 with about an hour of light work before a communal breakfast. After we eat, volunteers jump into village projects that bring the place to life — shaping garden paths, tending the chicken coop, painting, or building small structures. Some days shift toward guest experience: guiding nature walks on our trails, taking people snorkeling, or capturing moments for Instagram. Shifts are flexible — if mornings aren’t your thing, you can support afternoon tasks like check-ins, online work, or hosting guests. What matters most is that you’re growing through the experience and helping the village evolve in a meaningful way.

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Rules

Respect the space, guests, and staff

Keep shared areas tidy

Communicate clearly if you need help or cannot complete a task

Quiet hours at night out of respect for guests

Treat tools and materials with care

Be a kind and positive member of the community