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Description
Our organisation runs Ayurvedic Resorts in Varkala.
One is located on the beautiful South cliff of Varkala, with breathtaking views over the Arabian sea.
The other one is a peaceful and harmonious natural Valley Resort situated at Papanasam Beach.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn about Indian culture, Indian/Ayurveda cooking and massages in your free time. If you would like to learn more about Ayurveda our Doctors are always willing to sit down and talk with you. Volunteers will spend a lot of time working with local staff and therefore have a great opportunity to learn or improve their Malayalam.
Festivals. You will get to participate in ALL the Indian festivals while you are here - There are generally A LOT of them!!
Get the chance to re-connect with life at a slower pace, take long walk on the beach, watch the spectacular sunsets or meditate in our yoga hall. Living in India will enable you to experience simple living that is both culturally and spiritually rich.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need happy & creative people to join our team! best would be for at least 4 weeks...!
Longterm-volunteers wanted :
*️️️️️*️️️️️We are looking for Animal Lovers or TRAINER to care for our dog Papaya.
We are looking for social people who are interested in our Culture and Tradition and good in team work but also comfortable in working independently.
If you like maintenance help, painting, landscaping, office help, socialising with guests or have an eye for room decoration, then you are most welcome.
We will give you a shared room with a bathroom. Breakfast, lunch & dinner from our Ayurveda & Staff kitchen. If you can stay for 1 month or more that would be a big plus!
Also we love to receive couples !
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Malayalam: Fluent
Portuguese: 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
Room with toilet/bathroom (might be shared)
What else ...
Varkala is a quiet and isolated sandy expanse where you can relax without the crowds and bustle of some of the busier beaches in Kerala. The mineral springs near Varkala Beach are considered to have medicinal properties, and many people come here to drink, and bath in the spring. The landscape in Varkala is unique, with a high rocky cliff ending abruptly and a stretch of clear sand extending down to the sea. The contrast between the cliffs, sand and sea makes Varkala Beach a striking and memorable sight.
During you time off you can enjoy the local area:
There are many beaches around the area. Scooters and bicycles can easily be rented to check out the surrounding area.
Ponnumthuruthu (Golden) Island - About 10km south of Varkala, this island in the middle of a backwater lake is home to the Shiva-Parvati Hindu temple, also known as the Golden Temple. It's closed to non-Hindus but the main reason to venture down here is the scenic punt-powered boat ride to and around the island.
Janardhana Temple - Varkala is a temple town and Janardhana Temple is the main event – its technicolour Hindu spectacle hovers above Beach Rd. It’s closed to non-Hindus, but you may be invited into the temple grounds where there is a huge banyan tree and shrines to Ayyappan, Hanuman and other Hindu deities.
Varkala Aquarium - Varkala's new aquarium, between Black Beach and Odayam Beach, has large tanks, viewed from a spiralling walkway, that are full of exotic species including piranha, sea snakes, scorpion fish and the local karimeen. A worthwhile diversion from the beach.
Sivagiri Mutt - Sivagiri Mutt is the headquarters of the Shri Narayana Dharma Sanghom Trust, the ashram devoted to Shri Narayana Guru (1855–1928), Kerala’s most prominent guru. This is a popular pilgrimage site and the resident swami is happy to talk to visitors.
Anchuthengu And Anjengo Fort - If you’re into history, then Anjengo fort is a place where you can spend a couple of hours unraveling the good old time. Once an important site for the British Empire, the fort, today stands tall. The fort is clean, well maintained and is a must visit place, when in Varkala.
Varkala Lighthouse - Climb up some 250 odd stairs and get bowled over by the stunning panoramic view of the humongous Arabian Sea and Kerala’s stunning landscape.
Parasailing - Glide over breathtaking views along the cliffs with a professional.
Surfing - Varkala is the surfing hub of Kerala and there are many surfing schools which will get you started in no time.
Walk the North Cliff - With an amazing beach view on one side and interesting cafes and shop on the other a walk throughout the North Cliff is a must and may just help you plan your evenings.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day 5 days a week
Feedback (23)
We were very happy in seeing her caring for our Dog Papaya and taking her for walks even in her free time.
Even though our resort was in an slightly chaotic state ;) , she never complained or lost her positive attitude.
In total she spend 3 months with us.
In the first half her work was… read more
My time there had its up's and down's but I loved Varkala and the people i met at Eden Garden. The food was great and later my… read more
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We were very happy in seeing her caring for our Dog Papaya and taking her for walks even in her free time.
Even though our resort was in an slightly chaotic state ;) , she never complained or lost her positive attitude.
In total she spend 3 months with us.
In the first half her work was… read more
My time there had its up's and down's but I loved Varkala and the people i met at Eden Garden. The food was great and later my… read more
Unfortunately, the situation was very different when I got there.… read more
Thank you! For the music... The laughs and the lessons of music!!!!
Even though the time has come to part, know that you are both always welcome here and of course no good bye is for ever!!
Thank you! Moana and Sapotta for all the love and… read more
We generally did reception work in the mornings and also took care of the beautiful Papaya, Abhi's dog. Simple and relaxed tasks ... at night we could have many concerts in different… read more
Thank you! It was wonderful having you both here with us! It was a fun experience learning and growing with you guys..... The help you have given us with the website and yoga classes was fantastic. we were deeply impressed with the efficiency of your work, especially when doing it together !
Thank you Reto for the help with the photos,… read more
Thank you! It was wonderful having you here with us! It was a fun experience learning and growing with you and Reto.....We were amazed by the efficiency of your work.
The help you have given us with the website and yoga classes was fantastic.
Thank you Kathrin for giving our patients the yoga classes and improving the website while… read more
Thanks for the experience! Hope to see you in… read more
Thank you for being in the Garden as a yoga teacher, receptionist, Ayurveda Assistant and designer...
You are really talented and dedicated. It was really an amazing performance that you made in the Garden with making the thread dooms for the lamps. So nice to watch how your hands are moving while making those.
Your Yoga classes were… read more
One month of leading the yoga classes and helping them at the reception as well. The staff is absolutely lovely, fun, helpful :) Its a great place where you can share your knowledge, experience and ideas and learn even more ! I am… read more
We would like to see him again and wish him all the best.
Also you were a great help… read more
I shared a… read more
This place is located right on the quiet southern cliffs of Varkala. The full front row view of the Ocean day and night gives it such a peaceful and laid back vibe 24/7. I was grateful to be able to… read more
The resort is just georgeous, located in… read more
I spent 2 Weeks here, I just left and wait for my train to chennai ... But I cannot wait to give my feedback, the first one for me on Workaway, because at every workawayer was always something bad ... But this place is just perfect, a oasis!
Beautiful surrounding, wonderful Staff, delicious and healthy ayurvedic food and… read more
We were very nice welcomed and received amazing accomodation and best food we have ever tried in Kerala. We learnt also some… read more
The food is amazing, the place is magic, the gardens, with medicinal plants... The ocean in front you 24 hours... you can join yoga classes or find your favourite secret place to medit... you can learn about the food, assist to the ayurveda introductions… read more
