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We are a non-profit, volunteer-operated spiritual retreat centre, where the retreats are facilitated by the enthusiastic work of people dedicated to providing a holistic experience for every visitor.
We welcome volunteers in a variety of areas and aim to place them in a role that utilises their strengths and stimulates personal growth.
Volunteers help with the general maintenance of the centre such as working in the organic market gardens, helping with the cows, assisting in our vegan/vegetarian kitchen as well as general housekeeping and maintenance.
We provide basic yet clean and comfortable accommodation and delicious vegan/vegetarian meals everyday. We encourage volunteers who are able to conduct workshops to apply as we are always committed to developing our volunteer program.
You are welcome to take advantage of exploring the local environment, learn from our spiritual community and participate in certain retreat programs (ie, yoga) as individual leaders allow.
We offer both short and long term stays for enthusiastic volunteers, with a review after the first week.
Please tell us a bit more about yourself and your skills and interests when writing an application so that we may accomodate you and your needs to the best of our ability.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Help with Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our principles are based upon the practice of an ‘ahimsa’ (non violent) lifestyle and natural living.
We host travellers from across the globe throughout the year as a part of our karma yoga program. Over the years, our volunteers have had the opportunity to immerse themselves in our natural environment while learning more about organic living and our spiritual lifestyle.
Volunteers have the opportunity to learn and grow from activities including meditation, organic farming, working with the cows, growing Ayurvedic herbs and preparing delicious vegan/vegetarian meals.
We offer an environment which allows for self development in every individual.
Help
We welcome volunteers in a variety of areas and aim to place you in a role that utilises your strengths and stimulates personal growth. Because we operate both a retreat centre and organic garden, volunteer positions are available in every aspect of service, from helping in the kitchen to working in the garden.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Shared
What else ...
Volunteers are able to visit local attractions during their spare time. We are fortunate to be located near the Great Ocean Road, which attracts travellers from around the world. There are plenty of nearby attractions such as beautiful beaches (Lorne), waterfalls and hiking and biking trails in the Great Otways National Park.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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I stayed at Hare Krishna Valley when black clouds of covid virus hanging above and bringing rain with thunders. And that was rather blessing for me to being 'stock' here where the valley was always covered with reflections of sun in this dark time in the… read more
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I stayed at Hare Krishna Valley when black clouds of covid virus hanging above and bringing rain with thunders. And that was rather blessing for me to being 'stock' here where the valley was always covered with reflections of sun in this dark time in the… read more
We spent 2 weeks here initially but have been back since, as it feels like a home away from home. Don't even get me started about the food! Never had anything quite like it :) family dinners on Thursdays, cooking, light farm… read more
Tasks were varied and included mucking out the beautiful Indian cows, helping with the construction of the biogas tank and milking area of the dairy, weeding and planting in the garden, preparing delicious vegan/vegetarian lunches and dinners and helping to run… read more
I would like to thank you for your open arms and warm attitude towards everyone. You introduced me into the farmlife with beautiful indian cows and blackberries galore;) talking about the food - which is absolutely outstanding - I got the opportunity to learn more about indian cuisine and… read more
