Help us finish an Eco-Resort project near Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Greetings from the North of Thailand! We are a little Art/Eco-Resort Project located near the highest mountain Thailands, about 60 Kilometers (40 miles for the metrically challenged ;) ) South-West of Chiang Mai. Much more than just a Resort, it will be an amazing place for retreats, events and workshops, a space for people to meet, learn, relax and explore the mind. We also plan to set up an organic/permaculture garden on a nearby plot of land next year. The project is situated at the edge of a small village so you will be able to experience life in rural Thailand. There are several waterfalls, elephant camps and hilltribe villages nearby.
Eventually we want to support the village as best as we can, for example by giving away fish we plan to grow with an aquaponics system, organizing free garbage collection for the village (right now most of the plastic trash is burned) and we want to encourage our guests to exchange knowledge with the locals.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Help with Eco project
Animal care
Art project
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Since we are in a small, local village you can experience the proper life in rural Thailand.
Help
Do you have building experience with bricks or stonework?

Are you good at carpentry?

Are you a person with good precise artisan skills?

Have you ever made mosaics before?

Do you love to draw or paint, did you attend art school and do you have images of your works?

Perhaps you help with wood or metal or sculpt in various materials?

Are you passionate about gardening? Rainy season is approaching and we want make the place a lot greener!

It may be that you simply love to cook or would be happy just to help keep the place tidy and the water plentiful.

If so then perhaps you would love to spend some time at a special place in the rural countryside not far from Chiang Mai. We require folks with good skills to help bring an amazing and unique project to completion.

MINIMUM STAY IS 2 WEEKS, PREFERABLY LONGER! (Except for professional trades(wo)men (carpenters, tilers))
When you message us, please let us know WHEN you want to start and HOW LONG you want to stay for.

UPDATE 05/19: We have some mosaics left to finish and will need help with gardening soon!
Languages spoken
German, English, Thai
Accommodation
The domes are nearing completion so accommodation is quite nice! All domes have a working toilet and sink and we have one hot shower on the premises!
What else ...
There are several waterfalls nearby, the highest peak Thailand's is also not far away. There are no buses operating in this area but there is a Songtaew (yellow taxis) going to and from the village once a day. Hitchhiking to the next bigger town is easy though. From there you can catch a yellow car to Chiang Mai.

Hopefully you are a dog person because we have 6 of them! :)

Vegans/vegetarians are welcome but may have to cook for themselves as we are omnivores ;)
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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17/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Rhiannon & Greg) for host

We were privileged to be part of Marco and Kikis project and spend time with these hard working , interested and interesting people. The coutry side in this area is beautiful and we got to explore waterfalls , jungle, forage for mushrooms and eat Kikis amazing food! We look forward to returning one day to see the finished result and to share a… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rhiannon & Greg)

Rhiannon and Greg were absolutely fantastic! In the past few years we've had nearly 300 volunteers and very few even came close to them! Not only are they amazing people who we greatly enjoyed spending time with but they are also hardworking and very skilled. They are every hosts dream come true. Should you be lucky enough to have them send you a… read more

(Excellent )

06/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ekaterina & Alejandro)

Ekaterina was one of the most fantastic Workawayers we have ever hosted (we have hosted over 200 so far)! Friendly, fun to be around, hardworking with an eye for details - we couldn't have been any happier! She stayed at our place for a few months (!) and did so much great work here, mostly mosaics but she helped with general maintenance and… read more

(Excellent )

26/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Chung)

Alice was a great addition to our team. We had a great time together and the dogs loved her too :)
She helped us with the mosaics and did a great job! I would highly recommend her to any host! Hope to see you again in the future so you can see the place finished!

(Excellent )

24/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Chung) for host

Marco and Kiki were great, this place was full of dreams, Marco had some really good ideas for this place and Kiki cooked us really tasty meals everyday. Every morning waking up surrounding by the nature were the greatest part, oh and the dogs lol just can’t stop thinking about them, love taking them out to have a nice walk in the afternoon.… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia )

Silvia was a fantastic volunteer! She is hardworking, creative (she learned how to do mosaic very quickly and did a great job) and fun to be around. We had an amazing time together and I wish she'd stayed a few weeks longer!

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Silvia ) for host

The best volunteering experience anyone could ask for! Marko and Kiki were just amazing hosts, and I really loved the volunteering work we did! Doing mosaics and helping out with the cleaning, cooking, and maintenance in this beautiful place was just one awesome experience. Additional to the great work experience, I truly appreciate the people… read more

(Excellent )

22/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nikolas & Anzhelika)

It was great to host Nikolas and Anzhelika, they're fun to be around and hardworking. Nikolas is a great craftsman! I can highly recommend them to any host!

(Excellent )

28/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Nikolas & Anzhelika) for host

everything was wonderful) This is one of the most amazing and interesting projects we visited) Marko and Kiki are interesting and extraordinary people) Marko is a very tactful and polite owner, and Kiki is engaged in meditation and tasty cook Thai food.) The atmosphere has always been fun and easy. I think the time has come to change the project… read more

(Excellent )

11/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)

Alice was great to have around! She's hardworking, creative and fun, we very much enjoyed spending time with her. We can highly recommend her to any host! Hope to see you again soon!

(Excellent )

06/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host

Such a great few weeks here! The place is so beautiful and I felt very welcome. The dogs are amazing! You’ll never get lonely with so many furry friends around (especially Phillip). Amazing food! Kiki and Marco are wonderful hosts, showing me around and welcoming me to family events and dinners :) making the mosaics was very therapeutic. I hope to… read more

(Excellent )

14/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)

Jack's a great guy who was very helpful at our project! He's very sociable too and helped create a great vibe. I can highly recommend him to any future hosts!

(Excellent )

14/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ahmed)

Such a great guy! Ahmed is hardworking and fun to be around. One of the nicest people we've hosted. I very much hope we'll meet again, you need to see the place when it's finished!

(Excellent )

14/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ahmed) for host

Staying with Marco & Kiki was great, this mountain village was really an interesting experience, we worked a bit on the garden, learned making mosaic, participated in the village’s weekend market, and we enjoyed good coffee and hiking almost every morning with Bob and the dogs.. Thank you guys for everything, looking forward to come back in the… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ferdinand )

Ferdinand is a great guy and hard working volunteer. We greatly enjoyed the time he spent with us here! We can highly recommend him to any future hosts! I hope we'll meet again in the future!

(Excellent )

23/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ferdinand ) for host

Volunteering here with Marco and Kiki was a great local experiance!
We helped grouting tiles and floors and mozaik and had Kiki , the best chef in Chiangmai serve us with the best Thai meals she can think of.
After work we explored waterfalls and nearby towns.
I highly recommend this place if you are up north!!
Cheers for now

(Excellent )

28/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Val & Brenda) for host

I was attracted to this project because of its architectural creativity and the chance to contribute to something meaningful. Not surprisingly, the hosts (Marco, Oliver, & Kikie) are all terrific like-minded people who have created a very inspiring place. The quality of work at this place is impeccable and I was appreciative of the chance to learn… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alejandro)

Alejandro was a great help for our projects. He's hardworking and a very interesting guy, I greatly enjoyed our conversations and wish he could've stayed even longer than he did (2 months). You'll always be welcome here, I hope you get a chance to see the place when it's up and running! Hosts, if he wants to stay at your place don't hesitate to… read more

(Excellent )

18/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host

What could I say about this place that hasn't already been said by so many others. I spent a great 2 months at this amazing project with even more amazing people I now call my friends. For me it was a one of a kind experiencing day to day life in a local Thai village. Getting to meet other volunteers from all over the world was a blessing and also… read more

(Excellent )

27/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Andrea & Alex) for host

We stayed here for almost a month and had an incredible time. Marco is a super friendly and kind guy with a very unique project. It is easy to feel like you are part of something there. The work was quite varied as well--construction, deconstruction, stone-laying, cooking, cleaning, and mosaic work. There are also lots of beautiful things to see… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Samantha) for host

Marco, Olli, Ago and Caro are amazing people. I stayed at the property for two weeks during my travels in Asia last year and had such a lovely time. I learned new skills, made deep connections with other workawayers and developed more of an appreciation for simple living. Mosaic tiling became more and more fun as I got better, which is why staying… read more

(Excellent )

24/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Tara)

Thank you for staying with us Tara, it was a pleasure to have you around. Thanks for helping us with the project, your work is much appreciated. We hope you'll be back in the future!

(Excellent )

29/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Zonia) for host

This was hands down one of the coolest places I've spent time at! Oli and Ago are super easy to get along with and super fun to be around. It was easy to feel at home here. I'm super stoked that I know how to mosaic now because when I get home I'm pretty much going to want to mosaic everything haha! I'll definitely be back one day to see when this… read more

(Excellent )

28/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host

AMAZING project!! If you are thinking if you should or not volunteering there, just go! It's great! Unfortunately, I just spent one week there, because when I arrived, they were closing the project for a few weeks. Short but great time. The guys are good vibe and good talking, they have 4 sweet dogs and the place is so peaceful! And beautiful.… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Beverley & William)

Throughout our three years of experience with workaway Bill and Bev are definitly among the top ten of workawayers. They did hard work, dirty work, precise work, creative work....they accepted every challenge we gave them. Cooking, cleaning, carrying heavy stuff, lifting the mood... bill even did some bambootatoos and they both left a big… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Beverley & William) for host

We had a fantastic experience volunteering at this project and have made some freinds that we will never forget. We intended on staying 3 weeks but ended up staying for 10 weeks as we felt so at home here.
This is a magical place to be, and we felt incredibly inspired and creative in this place. the 'crew' Marco, Oli, Caro and Ago became like… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Saffron & Liam) for host

We had an awesome time here and met some fantastic people.
Very social atmosphere around the main kitchen where magic was conjured up by all involved. Working on the mosaics was a good reminder that some great things can take time and there was always plenty of other jobs to keep things ticking over.
The local villagers were friendly and I was… read more

(Excellent )

27/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ashleigh & Kirsty) for host

We had such a memorable and amazing opportunity to get our creative here!! The chilled out family vibe is awesome and we met some on the most amazing people who we will never forget. It was good to be part of a really unique project and contribute in some way to the mosaicing- (it takes a while to get the nak of it, but once you do you really get… read more

(Very good )

21/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host

I worked here last September for two weeks. Marco is a great host, really passionate about his project and he always provided us very good food. The living conditions (it's a construction site) seemed hard for the first night, but the you get quickly used to it. Work (mosaics) turned out to be quit entertaining and relaxing. Looking forward to… read more

(Very good )

26/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Dominique) for host

Marco and Olli!! How are you doing lovely Germans!

I was following you on Facebook all the time and see the place growing and thought i never left a feedback, so here it is:

This place is really special. If you wanna be in the middle of nowhere in a stunning place with lots of nature, seeing a place which is one of the unique once you ever… read more

(Excellent )

13/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Matthew & Amanda) for host

The last 3 1/2 months of my life spent with the host have been an incredible experience! I've learned so much more than I imagined I would, and got to see this beautiful piece of art progress and transform. Thank you Marco, kikie, ago, Caro and oli for making this one of the best experiences of my life. See you guys again soon!

(Excellent )

02/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host

It was my first experience as a volunter and it was really wonderful, I learn a lot of things but the best part was all The amaizing people that I found there, for sure i chose The perfect project, i hope to see u soon again,thanks for everything!!

(Excellent )

26/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host

I end up staying here for 2 months and every single day I spent amazing time over there. The site is so quite and wild, sweetly lost in the thai countryside. The place is magical and by its smooth curves can really transmit calm and equanimity. The atmosphere is so friendly, relaxing and funny. So far i think that everything was perfect, and even… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)

I have nothing left to say then: thank you! You have been great help, always with a smile in the face. Just what a workawayer should be. and you did all the work from cooking to carry heavy things and cleaning. Great job!

(Excellent )

25/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)

Zoe did a wonderful job here. she worked creative and more than we expected. Thank you very much for you help!

(Excellent )

27/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host

Working here was a great experience. Definitely learned a lot here during one month. Thank you Oli, Marco,Ago and Caro for making it a very special part of our travels, allowing us to bring in our own ideas, shipping us to the waterfalls on the back of a pickup, and entrusting us with designing and mosaicing our own little bathroom. Can't wait to… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Alex & Malin)

Alex and Malin have been two wonderful helpers. They did a lot of Mosaik and worked every day the full hours and more. Malin also kept the house clean and organized. Alex is very good at working in teams. Welcome back any time.

(Excellent )

17/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Alex & Malin) for host

We stayed here for two weeks, and it was a great experience. We were a great group of people and everybody knew how to cook delicious food! Seriously, the food everyone served up was out of this world, every meal was a delight.

The work was very interesting and we got to learn how to create mosaics from scratch. It was challenging at the… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)

Matthew became a good friend of our team and helped with everything there was to do. excellent job!

(Excellent )

12/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host

Definitely the best Workaway experience I've ever had. I stayed here over 6 weeks the first time and now I've been back twice since then. A beautiful and unique project to begin with filled with a great group of inspiring people. It's a quaint little village tucked into a valley surrounded by farms and jungles. You can easily walk to take a bath… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas & Renata)

we where very happy to have them both at our project. they are always welcome to come back and help more.

(Excellent )

04/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lia) for host

My boyfriend and I volunteered here for two weeks and we had an amazing time! Everyone there was incredibly nice and hospitable, the food was fantastic and you can't beat the amazingly unique experience of living in the dome buildings with gorgeous surrounding views.
The work was challenging at times but overall rewarding and interesting. … read more

(Excellent )

27/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Anastasia & Pavel)

Anastasia and Pavel stayed here in September. Apart from being great human beings they are hard working and are fantastic photographers. In addition to helping us with mosaic tiling and general work at the project they also took amazing pictures for our hostels in the city. Thank you so much for that! If you are a host and they applied to stay… read more

(Excellent )

26/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Anastasia & Pavel) for host

We helped Marco and his team in September. First of all, the mere opportunity to see such a marvelous place is worth a lot. What they did there is not just some spherical buildings (which is neat as it is), it's a special place with a great vibe. When it opens, people will be standing there in queues just to see everything - the domes, the garden,… read more

(Very good )

11/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jessie & Te Maanihera) for host

Although the project wasn't what we had expected it to be, it was nothing short of an amazing time!
This became a second home to us, as did the village we stayed in.
Such a good time being able to cook and clean and learn the new skill of Mosaic tiling.
Marco and Kikie are both super nice people who we really got along with and enjoyed… read more

(Very good )

04/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Erika) for host

Marco, Carol and Ago are amazing! So far was the first and the best experience in Thailand. We never ever eat so much and good food since we are in Thailand. We helped with the mosaico and cleaning. We are very happy to be part of this project, we hope to see the project complete one day. We LOooVEeee everything. Thank you guys!!! Hugs and kisses… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dennis) for host

Spent around 5 weeks here tiling mosaics and helping with basic tasks. Working at 47°C was both challenging and rewarding. The village with it's surroundings and the project are a very special place. Thanks Marco, Oli, Ago and Caro and all the others I met for making this stay worthwhile. Hope to see you again some day.

(Very good )

24/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Laura-Jane & Angus) for host

We LOVED it here! What a wonderful place! We were so sad to leave, infact we wouldn't have left if we didn't have an onward flight booked. We were there for two weeks and worked on the mosaic running up the stairs as well as a bit of grouting. The domes are really cool, the view when you look out the main dome in the morning is so beautiful. We… read more

(Excellent )

04/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dillon & Morgan) for host

A very unique place! Must come and see for your self! A project with a great vision, really enjoyed our two week stay here with the amazing people, will be back for the launch!!!

(Excellent )

31/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Astrid) for host

Thoroughly enjoyed learning the invaluable skill of mosaic making. Its a good feeling to work on a personal piece and leave a little something for years to come.
Aside from work, the place has a lovely energy and the architecture is unique and very impressive.
I look forward to hearing how the eco side of the project develops.
Thanks Oli for… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host

I belated review but this place and the formidable German duo are still in my heart. Ollie and is transparent to a fault and shares his innumerable skills with anyone willing to learn and I miss the soothing effect Marco had on my overactive mind. This art/eco resort in verdant Ban Mae Mut is unlike anything out there and is a great place to… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host

Spent a month helping out Oliver and Marco, had a great time. hope to come back and see it finished some day

(Very good )

30/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Emily & Forest) for host

Working here added SO much to my travels. Marco, Argo, Caro and Ollie are all so kind and easygoing. The two weeks we spent with them were some of the happiest days I can remember. From cooking delicious, healthy meals together to celebrating the Thai new year with the local village, everything about working here is amazing. We can't wait to be… read more

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host

This is a special place, a kind of changing community where people live a simple life, with a lot of generosity and sincerity...A bubble in the beautiful nature of north thailand, good to meditate, to exchange skills and ideas to create a better world... thanks guys!

(Very good )

10/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host

I had a great time here! I would really like to thank Ollie, Marco, Caro and Ago especially! It was a very special time with special people! I had loads of fun working in the garden and baking in the North Thailand sun and I'm really looking forward to returning for the opening Party :) See you guys soon!!

(Excellent )

01/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Victor) for host

Help with crazy people is always an opportunity to improve is creativity ! Thanks you so much for this month with you !

(Excellent )

14/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Rita) for host

Everytime that someone ask me why I liked to much Thailand, my only answer is that I had an incredible experiences there, and the biggest was to volunteering in the Marco and Oli's project.

I spent an amazing time in the proyect. At the beginning I didn't know how long stay there, but at the end I stayed a happy full month there. I developed… read more

(Excellent )

07/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Carmen & Rodrigo ) for host

Volunteering at this place was a cool experience. Marco&Oli &all others involved are very nice and the project is great. We did mostly mozaic on some walls, that was challenging and creative! Loved it! It was perfect to have the freedom to work when you want and how much you feel like; it actually made us work more passionately than if somebody… read more

(Very good )

06/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dominic) for host

A truly amazing and unique project with breathtaking scenery to work in. If not for visa running out and my foot injury we would have stayed forever!!
Marco and Olli are two of the most amazing and hospitable humans on the planet. Many happy times spent here. The work was fun and so was the free time.
Wish you all the best with the project… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sarah ) for host

Had a wonderful time at this place, even if it gets pretty cold in the nighttime ;)
Marco and Oliver are amazing!
I really enjoyed doing Mosaik.
It was my first workaway and a defenitily can recommend it. The BBQ and Movie evenings were great and I already miss to play with the dices :D
After Lunch we went several times to the waterfall nearby… read more

(Excellent )

10/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Garry) for host

We ( Garry and Isabel) stayed here 1 month and for a first workaday experience it was a great experience. Everybody is on a good mood and Oliver take his time to teach everything about building these water melon. The area is absolutely fantastic and the food prepared by Mae Dang so Lamtete!

A great first experience and we can't wait to come back… read more

(Excellent )

15/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host

what about .... just great !!!
I stayed for 5 weeks in this place surrounded by the rice fields, near many adventurous attractions ... waterfalls, National Park, Tribal villages etc.
To work on this project was a hoot, sometimes hard work, but rewarding at the end of the day, also because it switches to fun, joy and relaxation.
You get a chance… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Susana) for host

Had the amazing opportunity to be part of this great and wonderful project.
Everybody was amazing! A huge thank you to Marco and Oliver for giving me the chance to take part in it, and trusting me and my friends in the making of the mosaic.

I enjoyed every bit of the adventure, watching the starts, the bbq's, the good food and the every day… read more

(Excellent )

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