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22 Apr 2024
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Hello, I am Jalam!
I was born in the Thar Desert. The traditional desert life is my background. I grew up in a farm between camels helping my family with the traditional desert tasks: growing up vegetables and feeding our lovely animals.
I always was fascinated with the Safari live, being able to meet visitors and to show them our culture, our traditions, our wild life, our beautiful views, our Thar Desert. The Thar desert is also known as the Great Indian desert. It is located in the Indian subcontinent. It is a dry arid region located to the northwest of Aravali hills. It covers the western Rajasthan and is the natural boundary between India and Pakistan.
Since I was a child I have been busy in the Safari activities as a jeep driver, as a guide, in the marketing tasks, ... Now I am running my own company. We offer Camel Safari, Hotel and Restaurant services in Jaisalmer. Jaisalmer is a town located in Thar Desert. The golden city is characterized by its yellowish brown stone buildings. The work on the walls of the historical monuments represents the powerful ancient times. The forts and palaces, ornamented with artistic works, reflect the Indian architectural style.
Our company offers desert camel rides tent desert camp; we are known for excellent services and warm hospitality. The people here believe that every traveler who joins them should get the best of their service and hospitality. They believe in turning travellers to lifelong friends and wish that their experience at Jaisalmer should be conserved in their heart as an alluring memory for a lifetime.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We both could benefit of our shared experiences and of our respective cultures and life styles. if you have western background you have the opportunity to approach the ancient Indians culture, kitchen and traditions.
We endeavour to enable all our volunteers to go out on at least one camel safari, where, as well as being able to experience camel riding and sleeping at our beautiful dunes.
We are happy to help you learn Hindi and Marwari
You can learn how to make Indian, Rajasthani food.
You will have plenty of time to explore the Golden City and its surroundings.
You will have a chance to learn about camels & how to care for them...
Help
We do a lot of business with English-speaking tourists. Though we can communicate with them in person, it can be difficult to communicate via e-mail. We need people to help us with this task and managing the social networks- it's essential for our business to function. There are also opportunities to help out in the guesthouse, in the villages for those with special skills, and on the camel safari
You'll be able to help out with all aspects of the tour from food preparation to cleaning up the campsite to chatting with the tourists. Let us know if you have any specialist skills (eg. healthcare, teaching, web design) that you think might benefit our company and community - we're always open to innovative suggestions.
Fluency in written and spoken English is a must.
If you don’t know good English also fine for us you can help with cleaning is well.
Feel free to contact us with any further questions.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You will be staying in a room in the our hotel but during exceptionally busy periods you might be asked to sleep on the covered roof space with the staff, and to use a shared bathroom. Plenty of bedding will be provided.
Food, water and accommodation are provided for free.
What else ...
On your free time you can explore the city, see how desert people live, enjoy the markets.
You can also learn marwari if you'd like, it would be a pleasure to teach you. If you like we can teach you about our culture as well :)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Yes you can work remotely either from our office or the guesthouse. Our internet is up to speed!
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4 hours to 5 hours per day
Host ref number: 387581619133
Feedback (61)
31 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver & Annabelle)
Oliver and Annabelle were very helpful for us at our camel safari company. They helped the best they could and alway with smiles. They always took the time to talk to the staff and even help to teach English to our guesthouse manager. They helped to build instagram posts to help us target our desired crowd of customers. They never complained about… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Oliver & Annabelle) for host
Staying with Jalam and Shobu in their office and their hotel was out first workaway experience and we totally enjoyed it. The whole team is truly awesome, warm-hearted, honest and generous. We helped them by responding reviews in TripAdvisor and creating social media content. We both learned something and recommend them as hosts. It is also really… read more
6 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Finlay)
Having Beau stay and work with us was great! He is outgoing, motivated and easy to get along with, always making our guest feel welcome and ensuring they had a fantastic experience. We would happily have him back and recommend him to other hosts searching for someone who is hard working with great people skills.
(Excellent
)
29 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Finlay) for host
Very interesting experience helping Jalam. The first few days we helped him with emails and social media stuff which was easy enough in exchange for lunch and dinner and a nice clean room with hood shower. Raju’s food was great and him and Sobu were great personalities everyone was very kind and taught us about the desert life. The Indian camp… read more
27 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ricard)
Thank you for your precious help.
You helped us in our office tasks (emails, social media and so on) and in our hotel. You participate also, in our desert camp to give a hand.
It was a pleasure to meet you.
You helped us in our office tasks (emails, social media and so on) and in our hotel. You participate also, in our desert camp to give a hand.
It was a pleasure to meet you.
(Excellent
)
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(4.9)
31 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver & Annabelle)
Oliver and Annabelle were very helpful for us at our camel safari company. They helped the best they could and alway with smiles. They always took the time to talk to the staff and even help to teach English to our guesthouse manager. They helped to build instagram posts to help us target our desired crowd of customers. They never complained about… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Oliver & Annabelle) for host
Staying with Jalam and Shobu in their office and their hotel was out first workaway experience and we totally enjoyed it. The whole team is truly awesome, warm-hearted, honest and generous. We helped them by responding reviews in TripAdvisor and creating social media content. We both learned something and recommend them as hosts. It is also really… read more
6 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Finlay)
Having Beau stay and work with us was great! He is outgoing, motivated and easy to get along with, always making our guest feel welcome and ensuring they had a fantastic experience. We would happily have him back and recommend him to other hosts searching for someone who is hard working with great people skills.
(Excellent
)
29 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Finlay) for host
Very interesting experience helping Jalam. The first few days we helped him with emails and social media stuff which was easy enough in exchange for lunch and dinner and a nice clean room with hood shower. Raju’s food was great and him and Sobu were great personalities everyone was very kind and taught us about the desert life. The Indian camp… read more
27 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ricard)
Thank you for your precious help.
You helped us in our office tasks (emails, social media and so on) and in our hotel. You participate also, in our desert camp to give a hand.
It was a pleasure to meet you.
You helped us in our office tasks (emails, social media and so on) and in our hotel. You participate also, in our desert camp to give a hand.
It was a pleasure to meet you.
(Excellent
)
27 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Olga)
Thank you so much for your help. It with a pleasure to know you.
Olga helped us with emails, social media, cleaning tasks and paint nice draw in our rooftop at the hotel, and also gave a hand in our desert camp.
I recommend her.
Olga helped us with emails, social media, cleaning tasks and paint nice draw in our rooftop at the hotel, and also gave a hand in our desert camp.
I recommend her.
(Excellent
)
27 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Nice and friendly people. They help us on the hotel, cleaning, emails and social media tasks. It was a pleasure to spend time with them and to know them. They help us also on the desert camp. They are really handful persons.
(Excellent
)
16 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
I had the most incredible experience at the hotel and travel company owned by our generous host in the heart of the Thar Desert, Jaisalmer. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality that made me feel right at home. The owner's genuine kindness and dedication to ensuring a memorable stay for all guests were truly… read more
11 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Pedro)
Pedro has been an excellent guest. He has spent four weeks with our Camel Safari company. His tasks were to help the staff to communicate with English speaking guests, social network management.
He was always willing to help his colleagues, worked more hours than he was asked to and always completed his work successfully.
He has always been very… read more
He was always willing to help his colleagues, worked more hours than he was asked to and always completed his work successfully.
He has always been very… read more
(Excellent
)
6 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Pedro) for host
Excellent. I spent three weeks with Jalam and his team. I stayed in a privated room in his hotel and he provided three meals per day in his restaurant. The home made food was excellent.
The job was easy, just social network management in the office, only a few hours per day.
I had plenty of time for visiting the city and they took me for a few… read more
The job was easy, just social network management in the office, only a few hours per day.
I had plenty of time for visiting the city and they took me for a few… read more
5 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Leidy & Isabela) for host
The experience with Jalam was amazing, we were really happy there, he was so kind and friendly with us, the volunteer was nice, we made a map for his tourist business and helped in other stuff, we also enjoyed the safari tour for the Jaisalmer desert and was the best experience. Thank you for everything my friend ❤️
28 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Leilane) for host
My time in Jaisalmer was good in general. I staid in a private room, with bathroom and fan, in there own guesthouse. It was OK but for my standards I think it could be a bit more clean. I came here mostly to learn about Rajasthani culture and the desert life, but I didn't have much time talking with someone who could tell me more about that.… read more
17 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Leilane)
It was a pleasure to host Leilane. She was incredibly friendly to everyone and always eager to help out in any way she could. You're more than welcome to come again any time!
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
Sobu and Jalam were both fantastic to work with. I had a great time volunteering with them and thoroughly enjoyed the camel safari too.
17 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
Sam was a delightful presence to have around the office. He was always smiling and eager to help out in any way he could. He helped us with technology in the office, helped out around the hostel and on a desert safari tour and even came to my house to help me with a building project I'm working on!
Thanks for all of your help, you're more than… read more
Thanks for all of your help, you're more than… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Favre)
Favre was an excellent workawayer - kind, enthusiastic and always helpful, even when he was having a tough time. He was always a great person to have around the office and we would love to host him again in the future.
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ulys & Virginie) for host
We stayed and helped Jalam for 2 weeks in Jasialmer. The guesthouse stagg welcomed us very well upon our arrival and it stayed like this for the entirety of the stay. The work was simple enough. We help to build adds and posts online and on social medias. The food was great in flavour, but it almost always the same so we decide to diverse it… read more
8 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ulys & Virginie)
Ulys and Virginie were very helpful for us at our camel safari company. They helped the best they could and alway with smiles. They always took the time to talk to the staff and even help to teach English to our guesthouse manager. They helped to build instagram posts to help us target our desired crowd of customers. They never complained about… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Klara) for host
I was warmly welcomed and really enjoyed my time with the team—mainly supporting their social media and writing for the online channels. I had a pleasure to learn some cooking and spend time with everyone running the guesthouse (where I was offered a really spacious room). My week was filled with laughter and joy and didn't feel like working at… read more
14 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Klara)
It was great hosting and working with Klara. She supported us with social media and copy-writing, and in her free time she cheerfully practiced English with the members of our team. She is hard-working and brings positive energy.
(Excellent
)
6 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Juan Carlos )
Thank you Juan, you are a great man!!! It was wonderful time with you here, always you have a very good energy and a very good attitude for work, you are very friendly and for that reason it’s a pleasure to meet you, I’m so happy for your help here, you are very professional and responsible with your tasks, I hope that you have the opportunity to… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Juan Carlos ) for host
if You want to have a very good expirience in the Rajastan region this workaway is the Best expirience that You can do it, Jalam and his family are very good people that always treat you like a member more of their family, the work in the Office is good, if You have knowlege in grafic design You have help them in social media, and also they gave… read more
19 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles)
It was an real pleasure to host Charlie. His energy is amazing always bringing smiles to our faces and looking for ways to help out. He was extremely helpful with everything we give him very computer skilled, proving very useful with our digital marketing and writing great things for our social media. We were very sad to say goodbye to him with… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Charles) for host
I helped out at the tourist office for a bit over a week. It was a very relaxed environment, drinking chai more often than not, whose staff were very chatty and easy to get along with. The work was very easy, mainly replying to emails and helping with the digital marketing and its associated desert camps. I had plenty of time to explore the… read more
26 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Romain & Elsa) for host
It was a good experience to stay here with Jalam. It was easy to help, mainly in the office with the emails and social media. Jalam arranged us a tuktuk tour with a french guide to discover Jaisalmer. He also took us in a Désert Safari with a Camel ride and a night under the stars (all for free, in exchange of some pictures and videos for social… read more
4 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Bandhav)
It was great having Bandhav join our team and assist with the safari's. He was very easy going and added a positive energy to our trips. This made the trip better for our other guests so we are thankful for the chance to have hosted him. I would recommend having Bandhava s a volunteer. He is a positive person and makes the best of any situation he… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Bandhav) for host
Jalam is a good guy and he accepted my request immediately. I stayed for 9 days and mostly my work was replying to emails, bringing the goods from market to guesthouse, guiding the tourists from office to guesthouse and sometimes helping with the coffee outside the office. It was simple work and I had lots of free time to explore the city. I even… read more
4 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ángel )
It was great having Angel join our team and assist with the safari's. He was very easy going and added a positive energy to our trips. This made the trip better for our other guests so we are thankful for the chance to have hosted him. I would recommend having Angel as a volunteer. He is a positive person and makes the best of any situation he is… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ángel ) for host
My stay with Jalam was really nice! I was helping at the safari office with the bookings, emails and talking with the customers.
The work is really chill and laid back, sometimes you will be at the office with nothing to be done, so you can just sit outside and watch the jaisalmer life, if not, bring a book or computer to spend the free time… read more
The work is really chill and laid back, sometimes you will be at the office with nothing to be done, so you can just sit outside and watch the jaisalmer life, if not, bring a book or computer to spend the free time… read more
18 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
It was great having David join our team and assist with the safari's. He was very easy going and added a positive energy to our trips. This made the trip better for our other guests so we are thankful for the chance to have hosted him. I would recommend having David as a volunteer. He is a positive person and makes the best of any situation he is… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
This workaway was part of the other workaway I was at. I was able to help out at both and as result, I went on an overnight safari. The guides were amazing and the landscape in the desert was absolutely beautiful. Working with these people was a great experience and if you are considered volunteering with them, I'd recommend you do. Thanks!
14 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Jess)
Jessica was a pleasure to host, She helped a lot wit creating Google Ads and social media promotions and creating interest for the business.She was always smiling and had good banter. I'm glad to have met her and wish her all the best. Until next time my friend!
Safe travel
Jalam
Safe travel
Jalam
(Excellent
)
23 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Jess) for host
Thank you for a truly genuine experience that we couldn't have even imagined!
Jaisalmer is an amazing place and we would have never thought to come here if it wasn't for your invite through WorkAway. We are so happy that we responded and traveled the great journey to this place of history, magic, culture, architecture, and desert lifestyle!
The… read more
Jaisalmer is an amazing place and we would have never thought to come here if it wasn't for your invite through WorkAway. We are so happy that we responded and traveled the great journey to this place of history, magic, culture, architecture, and desert lifestyle!
The… read more
26 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Diogo & Daniela)
Diogo and Daniela stayed 7 days with me and they were the most friendly and helping couple that I could ask for.
Despite the fact they stayed here during the low season when there are not many guests, we had the chance to solve some administrative problems that couldn't be addressed during the peak season.
Since they were both good at… read more
Despite the fact they stayed here during the low season when there are not many guests, we had the chance to solve some administrative problems that couldn't be addressed during the peak season.
Since they were both good at… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Diogo & Daniela) for host
Me and my girlfriend worked at with Jalam for one week. We worked most of the time at his office where we helped answering e-mails, managing his booking account and also managing customers who arrived to go on safaris. A few times we also gave some help at his guesthouse kitchen, whenever it was needed.
We arrived Jaisalmer during the off-season,… read more
We arrived Jaisalmer during the off-season,… read more
9 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate)
kate was a pleasure to host, She helped a lot wit creating Google Ads and social media promotions and creating interest for the business.She was always smiling and had good banter. I'm glad to have met her and wish her all the best. Until next time my friend!
Safe travel
Jalam
Safe travel
Jalam
(Excellent
)
9 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Isaac & Camilla)
Isaac & Camilla did an outstanding job here - they were beyond eager to please, did everything that was asked of them and more, very punctual and were kind enough to help us find a solution for a tricky international money transfer situation. Above all they were lovely people to be around and fitted so well into our team. An absolute pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Isaac & Camilla) for host
Thanks to all the team! We stayed here for 2 weeks helping with emails, social media, handing out business cards, setting up and breaking down camp in Yh desert. Cleaning and cooking at the guesthouse. We really enjoyed our stay in Jaisalmer and even though it was busy had some time to explore the city. Everyone was very nice and welcoming we had… read more
18 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Venkatesh ) for host
I volunteered here for for 5 days.
Staff here are very friendly and fun.
They arranged me a free pickup and drop from railway station.Gave me a individual bedroom and a free overnight desert safari and camping package.Now I owe them a lot. I am planning to come here again with all my friends as a customer, not as a volunteer.
Staff here are very friendly and fun.
They arranged me a free pickup and drop from railway station.Gave me a individual bedroom and a free overnight desert safari and camping package.Now I owe them a lot. I am planning to come here again with all my friends as a customer, not as a volunteer.
17 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Venkatesh )
Venkatesh was a great assist to our business! He is a very happy person who is curious about learning everything he can. He has great skills in IT and has perfect people skills when dealing with customers. When he wasn't working in the office he was putting a smile on everyone's face! He can pick new skills up very easily and has a great eye for… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Abhinav & Sneha)
Having Abhinav & Sneha stay and work with us was great! He is outgoing, motivated and easy to get along with, always making our guest feel welcome and ensuring they had a fantastic experience. We would happily have him back and recommend him to other hosts searching for someone who is hard working with great people skills.
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Abhinav & Sneha) for host
We had a really great time here in Jaisalmer with Jalam and his team. Everybody was so friendly and made us feel at home. We spent a lot of time on the rooftop cafe of the guest house where we were staying talking to them. It was beautiful learning about the Rajasthani culture and listening to some of the best stories. Very hospitable people -… read more
6 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Skyler) for host
This opportunity allowed me to meet so many great people and learn how to run a business. I was able to come into contact with valuable life information. Thank you for the experience! The complimentary camel safari was simply divine. I got lost in the stars. The office was located in the heart of Jaisalmer, so you are able to be in the middle of… read more
6 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Skyler)
Talk about a lovely volunteer! Our customers and staff members adored her. We can wait for her to come to India again. She helped us with booking tours and client satisfaction. She will always have a place to work here.
(Excellent
)
4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kyle)
Kyle was a great assist to our business! He is a very happy person who is curious about learning everything he can. He has great skills in IT and has perfect people skills when dealing with customers. When he wasn't working in the office he was putting a smile on everyone's face! He can pick new skills up very easily and has a great eye for… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kyle) for host
I spent 1 week with the boys here and they were a true laugh! The work I was doing in the office was replying to E-mails, dealing with guests and checking them into the safari tours. The accommodation provided was perfect and the food was amazing! My days were filled with laughing with the boys and learning the history of Jaisalmer. I would… read more
26 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Roxanne ) for host
Really nice experience in the Golden City!!!
A lot of free time to explore the town and the work in the office is really nice! Jalam is super friendly and makes you feel like home with his generosity.
For only few hours of help, they took good care of me at the guesthouse with a nice private room, free delicious meals, chai and so much… read more
A lot of free time to explore the town and the work in the office is really nice! Jalam is super friendly and makes you feel like home with his generosity.
For only few hours of help, they took good care of me at the guesthouse with a nice private room, free delicious meals, chai and so much… read more
9 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Niall) for host
This is a really unique workaway out in the Thar desert: Was there during off-season peak summer for 2 & 1/2 weeks, really enjoyed staying with Jalam and all the crew here! It was very quiet and I was the only volunteer working there at the time - jobs included talking with guests and answering emails in the office and cleaning up the new… read more
15 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
It's taken awhile to write some feedback, but here I go! I stayed in Jaisalmer for 2 weeks back in July 2017. I was a solo female traveller and unfortunately I was the only person during this time as a workawayer.
I stayed in the hotel in one of the large guest rooms with a fan and private bathroom, so I had some private time which was great. I… read more
I stayed in the hotel in one of the large guest rooms with a fan and private bathroom, so I had some private time which was great. I… read more
12 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathaniel)
Nathaniel was an absolutely ideal workaway volunteer, he adapted very quickly to working in the office and asked lots of intelligent questions. He was very quickly recording reservations in the diary, responding to emails and helping visitors decide the best tour for them. It was a real pleasure having him work with us here.
(Excellent
)
12 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nathaniel) for host
I worked here with Jalam for just over a week and it was such a great way to experience the magical old city of Jaisalmer. Jalam put me up in a really nice room at his hotel and I was provided with two excellent, authentically rajisthani meals a day. Working in the office was a really fun experience and the work was never too difficult, mainly… read more
30 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob & Georgia)
Jacob and Georgia did an outstanding job here - they were beyond eager to please, did everything that was asked of them and more, very punctual and were kind enough to help us find a solution for a tricky international money transfer situation. Above all they were lovely people to be around and fitted so well into our team. An absolute pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jacob & Georgia) for host
We stayed with Jalam for 10 days. It was a really great experience, the room is quite luxurious and the food was delicious. The work was mainly office based, replying to emails and communicating with tourists. We got to meet a lot of really nice local people and we were given a camel safari, which was amazing! Overall a great work away and we will… read more
25 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
We stayed for one week here and had a good time, it was our first workaway in India.
The first days were really super chill, only two hours a day answering emails which is done in a very short time. When we came there were 5 other workawayers besides us so when they left there was a little more to do. We had some confusion, because in the… read more
The first days were really super chill, only two hours a day answering emails which is done in a very short time. When we came there were 5 other workawayers besides us so when they left there was a little more to do. We had some confusion, because in the… read more
31 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Brandon & Kathrine) for host
We spent a wonderful week in Jaisalmer working with Jalam, Mohinder, Sobu, Raju and the rest of the team. We were there during the high season around Christmas so there were plenty of emails to respond to, guests to correspond with and so on. We spent one night sleeping on the roof, another sleeping in the lobby, but it all worked and we were made… read more
18 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick & Frances)
Nick and Frances were a pleasure to host. They are a kind, genuine and easy-going couple who fit in very well with our team and the other workawayers. They were a great help in our office helping secure bookings and managing social media accounts. On busy days, we needed help with cleaning and cooking in the hotel. Nick and Frances were very open… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nick & Frances) for host
Wish we had time to stay longer! We spent 10 days with the team helping in the office and kitchen. We were given a huge room to share and provided two meals a day. There was a lot of time spent on the hotel roof while meals were being prepared getting to know the local staff, as well as the other workaway staff. The work was fairly relaxed, mostly… read more
18 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Camila) for host
I love this experience, not just because of the place, because of Jalam. He's one of the most amazing person I have ever met. I stayed there for around 10 days and the work was amazing. Helping them to response emails , checking reviews, posting in social media, super easy. However, the good think it's you feel really good staying there, in the… read more
17 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ambre) for host
super workaway avec Jalam , une equipe au top , la nourriture est juste super bonne , Jaisalmer est une ville magnifique , de bons moments passees a l'hotel et a l'office. Le boulot est facile . Bon contact avec les locaux . Bonne experience a faire .
14 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Calum)
Calum was a pleasure to host, he helped a lot wit creating Google Ads and social media promotions and creating interest for the business. He was always smiling and had good banter. I'm glad to have met him and wish him all the best. Until next time my brother!
(Excellent
)
14 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Calum) for host
I spent a couple weeks here and had such a good time, the boys in the office were awesome and the banter was strong! The work was very relaxed - main tasks were replying to E-mails, talking with guests.. and making friends with all the local shopkeepers. I got to go on a free overnight safari too which was a highlight of my stay. The food provided… read more
14 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie is a crazy girl! So nice to have met her. She is very helpful and loves to keep busy. Anyone who gets her for workaway, keep her for as long as you can, as she is always keen to help the business.
Very glad I met you. Thankyou so much for helping them
See you again soon
Very glad I met you. Thankyou so much for helping them
See you again soon
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachelle & Lucas)
Lucas and Rachelle were a pleasure to have work with us. They are a very kind, friendly and motivated couple. They helped with the office work and working on social media projects. They were always asking for any other tasks that could be done, even helping us at the hotel cleaning rooms. We would be happy to have them back anytime and can highly… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rachelle & Lucas) for host
We had a really great stay with Jalam and his team! Originally we were coming for just 1 week, but we really felt like part of the family and decided to stay for 3 weeks. We had our own private room, delicious meals provided and as much water as we needed. The work was good and easy and we had plenty of time to ourselves to explore. The room is… read more
11 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Beau) for host
I had a great time staying with Jalam and the team! They provided plenty of bottled water, nice clean room and bathroom, great food every day and a free over night camel safari! Great opportunity to experience North Indian culture and feel like one of the locals
11 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Beau)
Having Beau stay and work with us was great! He is outgoing, motivated and easy to get along with, always making our guest feel welcome and ensuring they had a fantastic experience. We would happily have him back and recommend him to other hosts searching for someone who is hard working with great people skills.
(Excellent
)
14 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Scott)
It was a pleasure having Scott over to help, he is a fantastik photographer and graphics design. He helped with business ideas and has great knowledge about business and social media. He was fun to have around, always smiling, no job too big no job to small. We would have him back here any time.
(Excellent
)
14 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Scott) for host
The time I spent with Jalam was a good experience, he is a great guy and speaks very good English, he is very hospitable. We went out on the camel safari which was a fantastic experience, to sleep in the desert under the stars with the camels, then riding the camels after breakfast. We were put up in his hotel which is in the centre of Jaisalmer… read more
14 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ally) for host
This was the best workaway I've had yet, I was beginning to think I should expect less from workaways placements but they were awesome. I got to go on an overnight camel safari trek which was fantastic in order to give me a sense of how the business works, then for the rest of the time I was mainly required in the office helping with online stuff… read more
4 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Zhiyong) for host
Amazing and great place. We had an unforgettable two weeks stay in Jaisalmer. Office manager Jalam was extremely friendly and funny. Our task was to help with the computer work, replying email and interact with customer. We even have a chance to get into safari desert. The team is very professional . The desert man and stuff Ganga, Raju, Anan… read more
19 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert & Laura)
Laura and Robert came to work with us for about two weeks. Although it was low season, they helped us in our office, responding to emails and building our presence on social media. They are both hard working, professional and good at coming up with creative ways to expand our reach on the internet. Robert was great at updating our website,… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Robert & Laura) for host
We spent almost two weeks with Delboy and the rest of the team. We ended up having a really wonderful time! When we arrived, there was already another person volunteering and she showed us what to do. It was all pretty straight forward (the even have a volunteer information document to read through). We helped with responding to emails, sitting… read more
28 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Julián)
Julián did a great job. There wasn't too much work to do as it was the low season in Jaisalmer, but he was willing to turn his hand to anything on offer. He was particularly helpful on safari, looking out for tasks he could help with without having to be asked, and managed a lot of physical work in some really trying weather conditions. Easy-going… read more
(Excellent
)
26 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Julián) for host
I spent 11 days at the guest house. There was not much to do as it was low season, still I helped them at the booking office, with some house keeping, jeep washing and out in the desert setting up the camp for the guests. Delboy and the staff are very friendly people, they made me feel at home all the time, gave me delicious rajasthani food every… read more
20 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Melinda & Fletcher) for host
Although our stay was short we had a truly amazing time in Jaisalmer . The job was simple , but I had a lot of fun with the crew and with the fellow volunteers. The safari was incredible! Jaisalmer is a perfect little town with a lot to do and a very interesting culture. We stayed in a nice hotel , ate delicious Indian food, and had a great view… read more
27 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Dennis)
Dennis, thanks for volunteering with us. You speak very good English and write also very good. Friendly person. Takes care everytime of our customer.
We recommend him to any future hosts!
We recommend him to any future hosts!
(Excellent
)
27 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Dennis) for host
This is my second last day volunteering at this company, and I got to say I really enjoyed my time here. I came here February 18, and since then the work has been easy, relaxed and fun. My colleagues were friendly, but I worked with Jalam most of the time, the office manager and I think he is a very relaxed person. There was another volunteer here… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Scott) for host
I really enjoyed my 2 weeks here. Delboy, Jalam and all the staff's hospitality was amazing. They always went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable with everything. The work is easy, food excellent and the camel safaris are a great break from a usually hectic India. Recommended.
3 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Shibani) for host
I might be about 9 months out of date with this feedback, but better late than never. had an amazing time at this work away & would thoroughly recommend it to any duo's or couples who are looking for something that will give them a different experience. thinking back at how welcome we were made to feel & the opportunities that we were given, I… read more
14 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
We volunteered here just for 5 days but in that short time we had an amazing experience (btw it was our first workaway)! Everyone is soo kind to you, want to help you with everything and make sure that you are ok. :) The job is really easy, we just checked and answered the emails regarding bookings and in exchange we got a beautiful room,… read more
25 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie & Gemma) for host
I volunteered here in January 2014 for 2 weeks, but have been unsure how to phrase this feedback until now. I volunteered with a friend and looking back on our 8 weeks in India, this was probably the most memorable experience of all! Delboy really welcomes you into his family and company with open arms. He does everything he possibly can to make… read more
11 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Christian) for host
I spent three weeks here with Delboy, Jalam and all the guys..what a great experience! I'll raccomand to everyone, here you don't feel like a foreign you feel like part of the family! Miss already work for these guys!
31 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host
I had a wonderful time in Jaisalmer with the team, Delboy and his family were wonderful hosts and the work was varied and sociable. It feels like a long time ago now, but an amazing week with great people!
30 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marion & Sangbyeong) for host
We had a stellar two weeks working here. They had just moved into the new guesthouse, so we got to help out with cleaning the rooms and meeting some of the first guests. The camel safari that we tagged along on was one of our favorite experiences in all of India. Delboy, Sam, and everyone else treated us like members of their family...sharing… read more
26 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Anais & Guillaume)
Thank you for your nice feedback. Anais and Guillaume helped us during two weeks. They did a really good job at our office and we enjoyed their good vibes! You are a really nice couple and you are welcome to come back any time!
(Excellent
)
9 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Anais & Guillaume) for host
Great workaway experience! Delboy does his best to make you feel comfortable! It was the really low season in July so not so many safari bookings to manage but the work was interesting. And we also had a lot of time to enjoy Jaisalmer which is a nice and quite small city. And the best was the two camel safaris that we could join, amazing… read more
15 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)
Hey Andrea,
Thank you for your wonderful comments. It was also our pleasure to have you here and we would love to invite you again to visit us. We would remember you always for your help.
Thank you for good wishes. Hope your future journey be full of enjoyable experiences.
BYE AND TAKE CARE.
Thank you for your wonderful comments. It was also our pleasure to have you here and we would love to invite you again to visit us. We would remember you always for your help.
Thank you for good wishes. Hope your future journey be full of enjoyable experiences.
BYE AND TAKE CARE.
(Excellent
)
14 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
The time with Delboy and his team was just wonderful. The work is pretty easy and in the afternoon you can hang out on the beautiful rooftop. I went to the desert and slept right under the stars. It was an unfogettable night ,just listening to the sound of silience :)
I send all my best to Delboy. Good luck and take good care of… read more
I send all my best to Delboy. Good luck and take good care of… read more
13 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (LOMACe)
Julie stayed with us in October 2013 and was a pleasure to have around - talented, helpful and hardworking. She'll be an asset to anyone she chooses to work with in the future. Best of luck for the future, Julie, and best wishes from everyone here.
(Excellent
)
1 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (LOMACe) for host
Delboy and the staff were very welcoming, generous and took care of you as best they could from arrival until you departed. They tried to be very professional in their work and were more customer oriented than any other business that I've seen in India. I was a bit put off by their desire to massage you but then I learned it goes for both boys and… read more
24 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Aman)
Aman helped a lot and worked really hard. We were so lucky to have him here. He will always be the part of our team no matter where he is. Thank you for everything.
(Excellent
)
21 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (chillfuchs)
It was a real pleasure to have Anil here with us. With his outgoing nature and enthusiasm he never needed much instructions and just did the work to our fullest satisfaction. He also implemented some new templates and therefore left his footprint for the following volunteers and helped to improve many things for the future!
We value his work very… read more
We value his work very… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (chillfuchs) for host
I had an absolutely excellent time with this host and felt that my help in replying emails to customers was well appreciated and needed.
They made me feel like part of their family right from the start and it was just awesome! Will come back anytime, if I can find the needed time for that! Thank you Delboy and Crew, you are simply great!
They made me feel like part of their family right from the start and it was just awesome! Will come back anytime, if I can find the needed time for that! Thank you Delboy and Crew, you are simply great!
14 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Samantha) for host
I worked here for about a month on and off (returned, unplanned, after a two week stay up north - that's how much I liked the place) and shall never forget the experience. The work itself is straightforward: in the office, you need to check and respond to emails several times throughout the day, which is easy enough and leaves you plenty of free… read more
8 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (chickn)
hey christophe! and thanks a lot for you're kind review, we hope you and you're girlfriend enjoy the rest of you're travels and you are welcome to come back anytime!
(Excellent
)
7 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (chickn) for host
Delboy and his guyz are very friendly and genuine.
My girlfriend and I got a nice experience with them ! We did not stay long because of our travel plan yet, it was really good to have the opportunity to meet the real guy from the desert. We stayed with them for a bit less than a week. We got free accommodation, lunch and dinner with the team.… read more
My girlfriend and I got a nice experience with them ! We did not stay long because of our travel plan yet, it was really good to have the opportunity to meet the real guy from the desert. We stayed with them for a bit less than a week. We got free accommodation, lunch and dinner with the team.… read more
12 Jul 2013
Left by Workawayer (Matt) for host
We had a great time with here, they were very concerned about about well being and comfort and constantly made sure we were ok.
They picked us up from the train station and immediately made us feel welcome, and let us recover from our travels.
The work you need to do is very easy, just answering emails and handling reviews etc.
The food… read more
They picked us up from the train station and immediately made us feel welcome, and let us recover from our travels.
The work you need to do is very easy, just answering emails and handling reviews etc.
The food… read more
8 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Frieder) for host
It was a very special time I shared with them. I still miss the good food, the desert and the people. Everybody will worry about your wellbeing and will assure, that you enjoy your time in Jaisalmer.
15 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Frieder)
It was wonderful having Frieder with us for his company and help. He is a good worker with a warm heart and we enjoyed having him here as part of our family. He would be a terrific person to have at any volunteer spot. Enjoy the rest of your journey Frieder!
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Johan) for host
It was such a privilige to work with the team,Delboy and his staff go out of their way to have great and long-lasting experiences with them.Everyone,including the camel-guides, are people with warm hearts,always a smile on their faces.This volunteer opportunity is for everyone that loves to interact with TRUE FOREIGN FRIENDS!!
I am returning… read more
I am returning… read more
1 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I really enjoyed my two weeks with the guys here. They take very good care of you and you get to experience the camel safaris on a regular basis. The work is very easy and takes little time and it is a a wonderful respite from the rest of frenetic India. The safaris and sleeping in the dunes are alone worth it. A fun and enjoyable experience :)
15 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
We loved having Matt with us! He was very helpful, worked excellently with our guests and was a pleasure to have in our company. He has a warm heart and we will miss him. Come back soon matt!
(Excellent
)
18 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (VIRGINIE) for host
Delboy and all the team were great. Very nice people who care you very well. I stayed there one month. The room was good, the food was nice (spicy but good), and the job is cool. Enjoying on safaris with customers, and working on computer was nice. I recommend this workaway, definitely.
Thanks a lot, and I will come back :-)
Thanks a lot, and I will come back :-)
15 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (alexvadrouille)
Alexandra stayed with us here for 2 weeks and we really enjoyed her company and her help! She is very easy going and made all our customers feel welcomed and looked after, she was always keen to give a hand. friendly, helpful and smiling young lady, we are sad to see her leave!
(Excellent
)
15 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Elvis & Raphael)
Elvis and Raph were fantastic! They were very helpful and did more than we asked of them. They were very good with our guests on the safaris and added a lighthearted and happy feel to our home. We miss them (even Raph's singing;)) and hope to see them again.
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2012
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I had a great week working with Delboy and everyone here. It is a very relaxed friendly environment and it's a very good company. We were treated extremely well and got taken into the desert for safaris and sunsets,what a great place to work! If you have good computer skills its a bonus as there are things on the website they need help with as… read more
