Learning new skills at a gorgeous retreat center near Bogota, Colombia

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  Beschreibung

  Hello and welcome to the volunteer program! We’re Natalia & Eyal, a Colombian-Israeli duo who have been running an ecological and social project in the heart of the Colombian countryside for the past eight years. We're excited to share our little paradise with you.
  
  We live on a beautiful farm, 80 km from Bogotá, in a bamboo house nestled in the middle of a mango plantation. The weather is pleasant year-round (15°C to 30°C), with an abundance of tropical fruits and rivers within walking distance. Our main activity is hosting retreats and workshops centered on wellness, body movement, and conscious living. We also teach English at the local school and coordinate this beautiful volunteer program.
  
  This is a unique opportunity to experience an alternative lifestyle far from the modern rat race — one where abundance is cultivated through creativity, presence, and heartfelt collaboration. We believe in sharing knowledge, resources, and support generously, and we do our best to contribute to the well-being of our local community, which in turn warmly embraces us.
  
  Volunteering here often involves physical work, and yes — you may get dirty and sweaty! If you’re not used to this type of labor, it can feel intense at first. Don’t worry — it’s normal for your body to need a couple of days to adjust. We value aesthetics, cleanliness, and order, and we kindly ask all volunteers to help maintain tidy personal and shared spaces to keep a harmonious atmosphere.
  
  Please note:
  Living and working on a farm with a set rhythm can be a big shift, especially for travelers used to the free-flowing backpacker lifestyle. Before applying, we encourage you to reflect honestly and see if this experience feels aligned with your current path. Reading the feedback on our profile will help you understand what other volunteers have lived here.
  
  We are especially looking for volunteers who:
  
  Are independent and self-motivated.
  
  Feel comfortable with silence and spending time alone. While we share activities together, we also value personal space and inner reflection.
  
  Can adapt to a structured yet natural lifestyle, where not every moment is scheduled but each one has its rhythm.
  
  Important Information:
  
  Daily contribution fee: $6 USD
  
  Weed smoking is not allowed. We strive to maintain a respectful atmosphere and uphold a positive reputation within our local community, especially due to our work with children and schools.
  
  Kitchen facilities are NOT available for volunteer use.
  
  Keep in mind that everything in nature is cyclical. Mangoes are seasonal, and so are our retreats and educational projects. Activities vary depending on the time of year and the needs of the farm.
  
  That’s why it’s essential to arrive with an open heart and a flexible mindset, ready to embrace life as it unfolds — simple, natural, and deeply rewarding.
  
  We can’t wait to meet you. If you have any questions or hesitations, don’t hesitate to reach out.
  
  Warmly,
  Natalia & Eyal

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Kunstprojekte

  Sprachpraxis

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Unterrichten

  Gartenarbeiten

  Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

  Betreuung von Tieren

  Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof

  Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie

  Hausarbeiten

  Handwerkliche Arbeiten

  Hilfe mit Computer /Internet
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  UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt

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  Was ist das?
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  You could learn Spanish, permaculture practices, working with animals, gardening, building, cooking, landscaping, working with locals and people from all over the world,

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  Eingetragene Wohltätigkeitsorganisation

  Dieser Gastgeber ist in seinem Land als Wohltätigkeitsorganisation eingetragen und sucht Freiwillige, die bei seinen Projekten mithelfen.

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  Arbeit

  If you join us, you can expect to help in the vegetable garden, the orchard, land work, construction, painting, art projects, offiec work and helping on our retreats. We try to fit the tasks to each person to make your time here as interesting as possible whilst keeping in mind the farm's needs too.
  You may also teach English to the community and run fun activities for the kids from our nearby school . This depends on our children’s school calendar
  .Cultural exchanges are highly valued in the village, so foreigners are always greeted with a warm welcome.

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  Gesprochene Sprachen

  Englisch: Fließend
  Spanisch: Fließend
  Hebrew: Fließend
  Romanian: Fließend
  Portugiesisch: Gute Kenntnisse

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  Unterkunft

  We have a separate floor with 2 rooms for volunteers. One room has a 2 single beds with shelves, and the other room has 3 beds and a closet. There is a shared toilet and shower. Sheets, a blanket and mosquito nets are provided. We serve 3 vegetarian meals a day cooked by an amazing chef.

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  Was noch ...

  During your time off you can go hiking, river swimming (depends on the season) or simply chill out in a hammock. The near-by village (15 min) has shops, restaurants, bars and dancing places.

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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    Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

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    Wir besitzen Tiere

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    Wir sind Raucher

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    Familien möglich

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  mehr als zwei

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  Dieser Host verlangt Gebühren

  mehr dazu

  Warum erlaubt Workaway manchen Gastgebern, eine Gebühr zu verlangen?

  
  

  Workaway bietet Möglichkeiten für einen nicht-monetären kulturellen Austausch, bei dem Gastgeber Workawayern im Gegenzug für ihre Hilfe Verpflegung und eine Unterkunft zur Verfügung stellen. In einigen Ausnahmefällen kann eine kleine Gebühr/Spende (in der Regel nicht mehr als 5 Dollar pro Tag) an Gastgeber genehmigt werden, z. B. für registrierte Wohltätigkeitsorganisationen, die in der Vergangenheit viele positive Rückmeldungen von Volunteers erhalten haben. Jegliche Gebühren müssen direkt an die Wohltätigkeitsorganisation gehen und dürfen nur zur Deckung der Verpflegungskosten für die Volunteers verwendet werden. Dies wird im Angebot des Gastgebers deutlich gekennzeichnet.
  

  Angebote von Vertretern, „Mittelsmännern“ oder Projekten, die den Anschein erwecken, Profit aus dem Aufenthalt eines Volunteers zu schlagen, sind strengstens verboten. Jegliche Gebühren müssen im Voraus mit dem Workaway-Team besprochen und von diesem genehmigt werden.

  daily fee: $6 for food

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