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A jungle home in Palomino, Colombia

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi there! Marjan , 43 , Belgian. I have twin sons (9 years old). I came to palomino 13 years ago. We try to live in harmony with nature, free and as much without the system as possible. ( solarpanels composttoilet,....) Our house is called: El Camino Salvaje (the Wild Way). Because i believe the wild way, the natural way, is the healthiest way in life...

    There is a front house wich would be your private place. There is wifi, kitchen,...

    I need someone to teach my kids language (Dutch reading and writing) and the basics of maths. They are 9.5 now.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Teaching
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Writing
    Languages
    Carpentry
    Books
    Yoga / Wellness
    Dancing
    Camping
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I know a lot about the area, the indigenous people, ... Since i ve lived here for 13 years.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    I am looking for people who love to live in nature. My house is just outside the village off Palomino. 5 min walk from the river and 2 km from the ocean. I have a extra house i can offer to the volunteers.

    We eat mostly vegetarian. We try to live with and on the rythm off nature. Its a great place to wake up with the birds...

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Private house with with kitchen, shower, toilet, WIFI

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    know that life in the jungle is rough. moskitos, spiders, snakes, hot,... ;)
    please no drinking, drugs, smoking, partypeople...
    We go to bed early and wake up early with the sun. I am a yoga and dance teacher.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    I have good wifi

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Arepa

Host ref number: 497916115612

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The image shows a yard with a pile of leaves and branches, featuring a lawn with a few trees and bushes, with a fence in the background and a clear sky above.
The image depicts a woman standing in front of a wooden fence with a sign that reads \"el camino salvaje\" in a natural setting, giving a thumbs up.
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The image shows a woman with two children on a beach, with trees in the background and a cloudy sky. The woman has long blonde hair.
The image depicts a young child walking away from the camera on a dirt path in a tropical garden, wearing only shoes.
The image depicts a two-story wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, featuring a dirt path leading to the entrance.

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