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Description
We are new born NGO created to work for organic village development in field of ecology, education, life planing etc.
Currently we are working in a village " Laluri " in district of Tehri Garhwal - Himalaya.
Aim of this project is to stop migration to cities by increasing awareness of own values of villagers and help in creating income generating ventures.
First steps which we are planning:
1. solve water problems
2. start efficient organic garden
3. prepare few home-stays based on old buildings
4. teach parents and teachers to respect children
5. teach everybody respect the earth
6. build community hall and workshop
7. Teach children
8. Start small businesses for women self help groups -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Light maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
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Interests
Culture
Politics / Social justice
Videography
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Farming
Charity work
Languages
Music
Gardening
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Nature
Cycling
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can enjoy amazing Himalaya views,
Get opportunity to participate in local ceremonies and communing with the culture of Garhwal.
Learn to cook Indian food (parantha,roti, daal, chatani,paneer).
Electric pottery wheel available and learn to make clay.
Small wood workshop with all power tools available to learn wood work.
Above all, get the satisfaction of contributing for a better life for the village community. -
Registered charity
This host is a registered charity in their country and is looking for volunteers to help with their project(s).
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Help
We will be very happy to find people who can support us by knowledge and experience in woodwork, handicraft, marketing, web developing, film making and also in preparing coaching and training for villagers. We will be glad to see those who knows about clay pottery techniques, weaving, knitting, chrochet, wood work, yarn making etc.
We want to generate employment in the village through tourism by setting up homestays in the old village houses.
Setup small enterprises like plant nurseries, handicraft, packaging local products, making coal briquettes from pine leaves to stop forest fire.
Run rainwater harvesting programmes in the villages.
Setup animal shelters for cows.
Conduct street plays in the villages to spread awareness.
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
We have nice and clean village house and we are sharing rooms there ( 2 people in one room) if you are one - when is possible you will have room for your own but if there will be more people you will have to share , clean squat toilets and simple washroom is in the same building.
We have a kitchen and we cook together - for one day food shopping contribution for one person is Rs. 325. -
What else ...
Nice one hour Trek through the forest and villages to Jamnikhal.
Do pottery on pottery wheel in free time.
Big balcony space for yoga.
Nice routes for cycling, if you got bicycle.
Learn language and culture.
Have chai (Tea) with the local people.
You can visit the following sights:
Chandrabadani Temple (2000 m heigh) 16 km.
Devprayag 30 km.
New Tehri lake 40 km.
Srinagar 45 km.
Rishikesh 100 km.
Auli 198 km.
Valley of flowers 210 km. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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My animals / pets
Tracy (7 years)
Tracy is a mix breed of bhotia ( himalyan dog). She is the daughter of Jalebi ( female dog i adopted, now taken by leopard few years ago). Tracy is very friendly and quiet dog. She likes to take walk with me and follows me everywhere I go. She is timid and scared to be out after dark as she must have had an encounter with leopard.
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Host ref number: 622792215176
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15 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo)
It was amazing hosting Guillermo for three weeks — or as we proudly renamed him, Gaurav, the newest warrior. This man didn’t even arrive properly; he jumped straight out of the vehicle and straight into work, as if he had been living here since bagwal is being celebrated here.
I practiced Spanish with him, and he bravely attempted Hindi with me — … read more
I practiced Spanish with him, and he bravely attempted Hindi with me — … read more
21 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Amit)
I want to express my deepest gratitude for Amit's invaluable contribution during his time volunteering in our village.
From fetching water from the spring to helping chop and prepare food, he put his efforts to help which is truly commendable.
Most notably, his perseverance played a crucial role in the completion and recording of our Garhwali … read more
From fetching water from the spring to helping chop and prepare food, he put his efforts to help which is truly commendable.
Most notably, his perseverance played a crucial role in the completion and recording of our Garhwali … read more
25 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amit) for host
Host was very considerate and ambitious in nature. we discussed on music n cultural topics. his place was very comfortable n cozy in the middle of a beautiful village.
1 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Léa & Alain)
Alain stayed with us for two weeks. He is very social, active and eagar to participate in every task. He helped us in turmeric cultivation in the farm, woodwork shop, fetching water, cleaning the house. He showed great passion for wood work sanding and finishing the products. He is very entertaining and even with the first meeting makes you feel
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11 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Léa & Alain) for host
Very nice time on january 24 in Laluri with Dev the best place !! I really enjoy the place so peaceful and the tasks were very intresting for me: the wood work was amazing! Dev is a very nice man and the food that he cooked is so delicicious! The house is very clean in a little village and the neibours are so frendly! I recommand!
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15 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo)
It was amazing hosting Guillermo for three weeks — or as we proudly renamed him, Gaurav, the newest warrior. This man didn’t even arrive properly; he jumped straight out of the vehicle and straight into work, as if he had been living here since bagwal is being celebrated here.
I practiced Spanish with him, and he bravely attempted Hindi with me — … read more
I practiced Spanish with him, and he bravely attempted Hindi with me — … read more
21 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Amit)
I want to express my deepest gratitude for Amit's invaluable contribution during his time volunteering in our village.
From fetching water from the spring to helping chop and prepare food, he put his efforts to help which is truly commendable.
Most notably, his perseverance played a crucial role in the completion and recording of our Garhwali … read more
From fetching water from the spring to helping chop and prepare food, he put his efforts to help which is truly commendable.
Most notably, his perseverance played a crucial role in the completion and recording of our Garhwali … read more
25 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amit) for host
Host was very considerate and ambitious in nature. we discussed on music n cultural topics. his place was very comfortable n cozy in the middle of a beautiful village.
1 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Léa & Alain)
Alain stayed with us for two weeks. He is very social, active and eagar to participate in every task. He helped us in turmeric cultivation in the farm, woodwork shop, fetching water, cleaning the house. He showed great passion for wood work sanding and finishing the products. He is very entertaining and even with the first meeting makes you feel
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11 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Léa & Alain) for host
Very nice time on january 24 in Laluri with Dev the best place !! I really enjoy the place so peaceful and the tasks were very intresting for me: the wood work was amazing! Dev is a very nice man and the food that he cooked is so delicicious! The house is very clean in a little village and the neibours are so frendly! I recommand!
29 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Arnault)
Doctor Sahab volunteered with his two friends and they both were awesome.
Arnault being a doctor is willing to take any job no matter how small or hard it is. I really appreciate his willingness to join you for every task, he is eager and interested to participate in all. Carrying heavy dry wood uphill, help in falling a dead tree, splitting … read more
Arnault being a doctor is willing to take any job no matter how small or hard it is. I really appreciate his willingness to join you for every task, he is eager and interested to participate in all. Carrying heavy dry wood uphill, help in falling a dead tree, splitting … read more
30 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Yaswanth) for host
Thank you so much for the wonderful opportunity, Dev. I am going to cherish forever those three weeks I spent in Laluri.
Though it was difficult for me in the initial couple of days, I got used to the routine, enjoyed the way of life, culture, and the daily activities. The view from the balcony is still fresh and vivid in my mind and I can’t … read more
Though it was difficult for me in the initial couple of days, I got used to the routine, enjoyed the way of life, culture, and the daily activities. The view from the balcony is still fresh and vivid in my mind and I can’t … read more
28 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yaswanth)
The young engineer who is following his passion for teaching landed in our village. He is calm and quiet. Being brought up in city, the life in the village during his visit seemed tough for him as it consisted of intense physical activities. Walking up hill to dig rain harvesting reservoir every morning for two hours, help in cooking, doing
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28 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Spyros)
Spyros and Annalie two great souls from Greece gave their best to the project in the village. They dug the rain harvesting reservoir, worked in the farm and the wood workshop, helped in cooking and doing dishes with great interest. Spyros is cool and i had great time in his company. He never missed going to the spring and took the water flow rate
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25 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Spyros) for host
Dev is one of the most sweet and creative person we know. We stayed in his place for 10 days with him ,Rajeev, a friend of Dev, Yaswanth,another volunteer and tracy the cute dog.We spend our time digging for two hours in the morning and after some resting and delicious food we were going to work in a workshop making chopping boards and wooden
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30 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)
Maya is a wonderful person though she had to leave early, she gave her best in the short time she stayed in the village. She is very welcoming and helpful. She offered her help and interest in every work, cooking, cleaning, extracting cold pressed oil, fetching water and digging water harvesting reservoir. She is always ready to offer her help in
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23 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Maya) for host
Deb is a really great host, I had a really good experience. Every morning we get up at six thirty and walk a little to dig, and in the late morning we work in a wood workshop and a lot of other things. The village is very beautiful and the people are very nice and inviting. Dov will do everything to make you comfortable and nice! Go, you won't be
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25 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie & Michael)
Ms. Stephanie & Mr. Michael was the first old couple I have ever hosted. Before their arrival I was very reluctant & skeptical as both were highly qualified and old for the challenging life they were going to face during their stay in the remote-mountainous region of Uttarakhand village. As soon as I met them, their friendly & modest behavior
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23 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie & Michael) for host
What an extraordinary two weeks. Dev is an extraordinary person. He is generous and gracious, talkative and candid. He has a drive and purpose that draws people to him, be they Workawayers or his friends in the village (of which he has many). It was a privilege to be a part of his world. His English is excellent and he has a wonderful sense of
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5 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Stuart & Liesl)
Incredibly super talented couple who gave two weeks of invaluable service.
Throughout their time here, Stu and Liesel both exhibited exceptional talents and a willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. They approached every task with passion and a sense of ownership, treating our house and our mission as if it was their own. Their … read more
Throughout their time here, Stu and Liesel both exhibited exceptional talents and a willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. They approached every task with passion and a sense of ownership, treating our house and our mission as if it was their own. Their … read more
19 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sydney) for host
I had an amazing time with Dev and everyone at the beautiful village of Laluri. Thank you to Dev the most, wow, he is so engaging, welcoming, dedicated, and overall an extremely caring host. Simply he is the best. I cannot thank him enough not only for his hospitality but also for all he taught me in the short time we spent together. I am so
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19 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sydney)
Sydney is an incredible asset and her hard work and dedication is commendable. From digging a reservoir in the mountain to teaching English to village children, planting kiwi, carrying compost, digging turmeric fetching water, help in cooking and cleaning, Sydney demonstrated a willingness to take on a wide range of tasks and approach them all
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15 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Phoebe) for host
Dev has created a magical atmosphere where you can relax whilst keeping busy and I am extremely grateful for the time I spent in his home. He is a very warm, welcoming host and does everything to ensure that you are comfortable during your stay with him. Every time he cooked (delicious food too!!!) he would show me how to make the dish, and was
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14 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Phoebe)
Phoebe ( Poornima ) is an exceptional volunteer with a heart of gold. I had the pleasure of witnessing her help with various tasks in the village, including digging a reservoir (like a man), digging turmeric in the field, help in cooking & cleaning, fetching water from the spring, carrying compost, and teaching village children.
Poornima has a … read more
Poornima has a … read more
14 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Valentin) for host
My experience in Laluri was clearly one of the highlights of my trip in India. In a word, it was 'authentic'.
I was happy to be able to participate in a wide variety of tasks, from gardening to giving English lessons, and to feel that my engineering experience was valued. I was always occupied and never bored!
At the same time, I was able to … read more
I was happy to be able to participate in a wide variety of tasks, from gardening to giving English lessons, and to feel that my engineering experience was valued. I was always occupied and never bored!
At the same time, I was able to … read more
4 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin)
We express our sincere gratitude for Valentine (Jeevan) hard work and dedication to supporting our community. His assistance with tasks such as digging a reservior for water conservation up at mountain top, digging turmeric in the fields, helping with cleaning efforts has been invaluable. His contribution to our efforts to do a deep research on
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4 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Xisco)
We express our sincere appreciation for Cisco's hard work and support during his time with us. His assistance with tasks such as digging a reservior for water conservation on the hill top and helping with the harvest of turmeric has been invaluable. His contribution to the house chores and his ideas for promoting tourism in the village have also
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3 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Xisco) for host
LaluriKhal is a perfect place to spend a relaxing time away from the stress of the city, there you can make a peaceful rest retreat, if you want to do yoga or simply trekking among the Himalayan mountains.
Dev is a great guy who helped me a lot to integrate into the life of the town, there I was helping in the construction of a water well for the … read more
Dev is a great guy who helped me a lot to integrate into the life of the town, there I was helping in the construction of a water well for the … read more
22 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
We want to thank Alma for choosing Laluri for workaway. She is diligent, adaptable and a resourceful person. We loved her modest behavior and willingness to undergo any task. We got a great help and motivation from you. Whether it was promoting homestays in Rishikesh, teaching English to village women, knitting to the villagers, help in digging
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18 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Quentin) for host
I do not regret coming to Laluri Village for my trip to India. I had an unforgettable time with Dev, Pankaj, Rago, Alma and the other villagers, everyone is very welcoming and warm ! I felt like a member of the village.
I hope that you will have finished the hole before the monsoon and that the seeds that we planted give nice vegetables. I … read more
I hope that you will have finished the hole before the monsoon and that the seeds that we planted give nice vegetables. I … read more
17 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Quentin)
It was lovely to meet Quentin who came first time to India. It was fun to work with him. His help in digging a 5m x3m x 3m pit to harvest rainwater for irrigation under a hot burning sun is commendable. He showed great energy in doing promotion in Rishikesh with the Garhwali attires. We are thankful for his help in the evening English classes to
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16 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Grant & Andrea)
Wonderful people with beautiful heart and soul. Grant and Andrea are the kind of person who are ready to help in every possible way. I like the way they appreciate and respect the culture and the community. Their belief in returning and giving back for what they receive impressed us. We are very grateful for their help they gave us during their
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26 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hiroshi)
Such an wonderful person Hiroshi is. He is polite, calm, hard working and dedicated. We were amazed by the passion he has for filming and no doubt he is going to be a good film maker in the future. He showed his dedication by helping us in painting the place; working in the garden, which included digging and carrying compost bags; help in cooking;
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7 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tilman & Emelie) for host
Staying in Laluri with Dev, Pankaj, villagers and other volunteers was one of the best volunteer experience we've ever had! First of all it was really nice to be surrounded by such nice people who gave us the feeling of being part in village live. After two months of staying it felt a bit like leaving home with the wish of coming back.
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29 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tilman & Emelie)
It was great to meet and know the two lovely people. Emily is a Hardworking, sweet and proactive person who is willing to try all new things. She would keep the breakfast and dinner ready proactively. She is a quick learner and good chapatti maker.
Tilman is funny and entertaining. He surprised us with his chapatti and cooking skills. Both Emily … read more
Tilman is funny and entertaining. He surprised us with his chapatti and cooking skills. Both Emily … read more
29 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisa & Manuel)
Elisa is such a wonderful person. We are grateful to her for helping us in the project. Though she had very short classes still she managed to get the interest of the of the girls in the classroom. She is compassionate, helpful and willing. She is good at baking as well, we loved the cake she cooked for all.
15 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Elisa & Manuel) for host
Laluri is a beautiful mountain location. I did great experience and i was part of local community. Paadhi's project is wonderful and really try to change local people's life in better. Volounteers can enjoy some differetnt works, farming, painting, works with children and funny time aswell... you never get bored!! Thanks Dev and Pankja, you are
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15 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Daniela)
Thank you Lau and Dani for being the part of the Project. Though you were here for short time, but we liked the connection you made with the villagers and village children.
15 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kendra)
Kendra is an enthusiastic person. We would like to thank her for supporting us in our project. She was very helpful in the classroom, garden and other house work.
23 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Angela & Jean) for host
A big thanks to Dev, Pankaj and Ashish for welcoming us so well to your place and Dov and Laluri villages. We volunteered with our 4yr old daughter (our first time volunteering with her), which presented some challenges and ultimately lead to us regrettably leaving early. For the time we were there we worked in the organic garden in the mornings,
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18 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Angela & Jean)
Thank you Jean, Angela and Lila for being the part of Project. It was sad that you had to leave early, but it was very learning week with you. We are grateful for your help in the garden and the knowledge you shared with us. It was new and learning experience to have a little volunteer ( Lila) here. Thank you for your time and precious help you
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18 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
It was so learning experience to live in the company of this happiest person. We are grateful for the help we received from you in Laluri. We are going to miss your dance and your Hindi songs. It was an amazing day to shoot video with you. Hope to see you again in Laluri.
25 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia Alexandra)
Sophia is so good in wining heart of people. She is full of energy and she surprised us with the power she had in her. She is very flexible and good yoga instructor as well. Children enjoyed her classes and we enjoyed her company. We are grateful for the help we got in the classroom, painting, garden and other manual work.
You are so perfect, but … read more
You are so perfect, but … read more
25 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver)
Oliver gave good four weeks of his life to our project. It was great to have a awesome person like him here in the house. Such a compassionate and friendly person he is. We got a great help from him in the classroom, in the field, laying down the pipe, in the house and garden. We were lucky to meet a person like him in our life and wish to see him
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18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack & Jane)
It was pleasure to host the noble couple (Jack and Jane). We had great time together working with this remarkable couple.
Jack is decent person who is ready to help all the time. Jane is sweet and helpful too. Kids in the classroom learned a lot from them. We got a great help from them in the farm, digging the pipe line for irrigation, evening … read more
Jack is decent person who is ready to help all the time. Jane is sweet and helpful too. Kids in the classroom learned a lot from them. We got a great help from them in the farm, digging the pipe line for irrigation, evening … read more
28 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jack & Jane) for host
What an amazing experience, Dev, Pankaj and Kasia are all dedicated and inspiring people. We planned to stay here for 4 weeks but ended up staying for 5, as soon as we arrived we knew didn't want to leave! Laluri is a beautiful village and getting to know the locals was a fantastic part of the whole experience. We were made to feel at home and
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11 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Viola)
We loved viola for her friendly, modest and spirited nature. She is tireless. She offered a great help to us from teaching English to the children in the evening classes to digging earth to lay the pipe line for irrigation in the hot sun. The villagers are thankful to her for giving them nice hair cuts. We would love to have you here in the future.
27 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Viola) for host
Dev, Kasia and Pankaj are honest, brave and just amazing personalities! To feel theire passion and listen to theire dreams for the villages in northen India is so inspiring. We worked at the morning at the spring and digged daily to set a pipe for a watering system for the garden. At the evening we teached in theire evening school. I enjoyed
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21 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (SUNEET) for host
There are endless things to describe about this beautiful place and amiable host Dev.
I did hell lot of different works here like fetching water from the springs in the morning,designing and working on the irrigation system,painting the shutters and walls of the market area for the fair,teaching the village children in the evenings,working in the … read more
I did hell lot of different works here like fetching water from the springs in the morning,designing and working on the irrigation system,painting the shutters and walls of the market area for the fair,teaching the village children in the evenings,working in the … read more
18 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (SUNEET)
Suneet is an easy going person, it was fun to spend time with him. Unlike many people he was up for everything, from fetching water from the spring, painting the wall and shutters in the village, gardening, watering, evening classes, help in cooking, demographic survey and meeting people to almost everything. It was great to meet a person like him
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28 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Indigo) for host
I had a great time volunteering at Paadhi House. The project is helping with many different aspects of the village life. It was great to feel part of the community during the stay. All the best .
25 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Indigo)
Indigo has exceptional positive and optimistic personality. She is very good in handcraft and knowledgeable in this field. She works hard and independently. It was very nice to spend time with her smile.
25 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Bianca & Reti) for host
We had a great time in beautiful laluri, it really is a special place. Although hours are long we enjoyed the work. every meal was super delicious and dev and kasia are selfless kind people. We will miss laluri!!
25 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Bianca & Reti)
It was amazing to work with Bianca and Reti. They are really hard working guys, nice and friendly. All things moved forward fast and smooth. They are true multi-skilled people ready to help in any task and happy to help as much time they have.
Plus it was real cultural exchange cause this couple can share a lot about own culture.
Plus it was real cultural exchange cause this couple can share a lot about own culture.
25 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Oscar & Heather)
Oscar and Heather are open-hearted people who work hard and share a lot of energy. They not only worked here but also gifted a lot of helpful items like books and dictionaries for children and water pipe for garden for what we are very very grateful. Thank you for your presence and support.
14 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Milton) for host
My experience here was beyond magical. The natural beauty of the mountain landscape is breathtaking. The villagers are super friendly and always willing to engage with the volunteers. Project directer Dev is kind, humble and ever mindful of the volunteers and the villagers he serves. I was able to go on several excursions to Hindi temples, nature
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19 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Milton)
Such a kind and friendly person you are, we are happy to have you in the house in Laluri. It was great learning from you and hope to be in touch with you to learn more. The people in Laluri have already started to miss you. Wish mata bless you with desires of your heart.
11 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kasia) for host
It was a great experience for us to be in Laluri :) Dev was a good host, very friendly, gave us many information about local culture. We also met Kasia in Dehradun, before coming to the village and she very well introduced us to the project and its goals. Working on the mushroom farm was a hard labour but all the time I felt it was for a good
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16 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kasia)
It was a privilege to meet Kasia and Vergil. They are one of the best couples we have met so far. We really appreciate the level of help we got through them. Vergil is awesome and flawless. We admire his disciplined approach and dedication to the project. Kasia is charming and was loved by the children for her enchanting English lessons. We feel
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24 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kelly & Mats) for host
The project at Laluri is wonderful. During our time we helped to build the mushroom farm and teach English to the young women in the afternoon. The villagers are incredibly welcoming and the setting of Laluri is beautiful. It was a pleasure to help such a wonderful cause.
We did have a few communication issues at the beginning, which ultimately … read more
We did have a few communication issues at the beginning, which ultimately … read more
23 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelly & Mats)
It was nice to know Kelly and Mats. It was unfortunate that we could not realize your potential to the fullest because of the communication errors. We are sure that the valuable feedback you shared will be fruitful for the project. We are grateful for your contribution in the mushroom farm and English classes. We are glad to meet good-hearted
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23 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marinelea)
It was great week with Lea and Sam. We loved the energy and willingness they showed to the project. Wish you visit again in the future for a longer time as there is a lot to learn from you. Thank you for your help.!!
19 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
Dave thank you for every moment together,I join this project with my blood sister and we have found a soul brother,and to be fair not only one but a whole village,in wich you can't turn your head without smile, this project is a life project for Dave and we felt blessed to give him a little help in change of a big experience that we recommend to
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16 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo)
It was amazing experience with Matteo and Zoe. They are wonderful people with beautiful heart. We value the time and help they offered during their two weeks stay. In just couple of days they were like the part of the family. They were stunning and excellent in every field, whether it was watering or weeding in the garden, planting potatoes,
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23 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tara & Ed) for host
I had a really good time during my stay in Laluri. Dev and Kasia who run the project are fun and friendly hosts, and they can give you work based on your own skills. In the mornings i helped out with gardening or on the mushroom farm, and in the afternoon i did classes with Pinkee (a girl with special needs) and helped teach English to the kids in
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18 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tara & Ed)
Thank you Tara for being the part of the Project. We are grateful for your help in the garden, teaching Pinky and performing for the promotional videos. We had a great time with you. Wish to see you again in Laluri.!
23 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Yeewen)
Ye ween is very helpful and a true volunteer. Unfortunately, she had to leave early before we could utilize her skills. We are sure that she has great potential and we wish to see her again and utilize her resourcefulness to make Laluri a better place.
23 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Léonie & Simon)
It was an amazing one month with this lovely-compassionate person. We appreciate and will always remember your dedication to the English classes, the garhwali song you learned n perfomed, your blistered palms from the hard work on farm, your sore a:asterisk_symbol:️:asterisk_symbol:️ and slit purlicue because of long cycling shoot. We witnessed
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21 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Léonie & Simon) for host
Hey, Simon here! :)
The moments I spend in Laluri were wonderful. I had a lot of fun being with the villagers, the children, the boys and the girls, who are all lovely and generous. For the people who love walking, the mountains are a perfect place to go for an adventure. The work is adapted to what you can bring, and there is always a way to … read more
The moments I spend in Laluri were wonderful. I had a lot of fun being with the villagers, the children, the boys and the girls, who are all lovely and generous. For the people who love walking, the mountains are a perfect place to go for an adventure. The work is adapted to what you can bring, and there is always a way to … read more
18 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Andy)
Andy is such a wonderful person. He started the sports classes for the village children, which they were excited for so long. It was unfortunate that he sprained his ankle and could not offer his expertise, but we loved his outgoing and delightful personality.
6 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host
Just indelible. Dev made me feel like a member of his family and his people from first minute, villagers treated to me with such respect and adoration that I had never felt before. The work was sometimes little hard constructing a stone wall, collecting clay, cutting a tree, or simply transporting goods on steep slopes, I was working for about 3-4
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26 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)
It was a great time with captain (Alberto). He is such an amazing person, he inspired us by his dedication to work and his friendly-humorous nature. He spent 10 days in Laluri and we felt like we have known him for ages. We and the village children are very thankful to him for the children game and gifts he brought for the children. Wish to meet
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18 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruth & Annie)
It was great time with Annie and Ruth. They helped in the garden and gave some knowledgeable lessons to the children in the evening classes. They managed the picnic with great responsibility and their management was extremely cooperative.
Thank you for giving your precious time to the project.
Thank you for giving your precious time to the project.
24 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ruth & Annie) for host
We had a good time with dev at his house. He showed us how to prepare a lot of Indian dishes and he is a really good cook. We weeded his garden in the morning and then taught English classes to children for an hour in the evening. We went on a picnic with a big group of the children on our day off which was fun. The village is really peaceful and
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25 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hattie & Osgar) for host
Thank you Dev, Amit and Mickey for a wonderful 2 weeks in Laluri. It was amazing to experience rural life in a small Indian village and see what a massive difference they are making to the children and residents there. The charity focuses on helping the village self sustain and teaching the youngsters essential lessons they will need in life. The
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24 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Hattie & Osgar)
Hattie & Osgar are hardworking guys who helped in the mushroom farm, children school and teaching Pinky. Osgar is a great skateboarder and we are thankful to him for the skate board sessions with the village children. They enjoyed learning this great sports. Thank you Hattie and Osgar for your precious time you shared with us in Laluri.
17 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Max Emil) for host
I had s most wonderful time in the tranquil and picturesque surroundings of the Himalayas.
The work Dev and Kasia are doing is amazing - visionaries they are! It was a privilege to participate and I intend to come back.
If you want authentic village life this is the perfect place.
The work Dev and Kasia are doing is amazing - visionaries they are! It was a privilege to participate and I intend to come back.
If you want authentic village life this is the perfect place.
16 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Max Emil)
Amazing three weeks with the calm and hard working couple Amanda and Max. We appreciate the job they have done on the mushroom farm. Completely satisfied by the help we received by these wonderful and kind people.
16 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Amanda)
Thank you Amanda for giving your helpful three weeks. It was a privilege to spend time with you. You dedication and disciplined approach to life is an inspiration for us.
11 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host
I really enjoyed staying here for almost three weeks. The village is beautiful and peaceful, it's people are very kind and welcoming! The work on the field was hard but very enjoyable none the less. I really got to experience what village life is all about and loved every day! There were so many sweet children and it was beautiful to see what Dev
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30 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Guivier)
Charlotte is adaptable and diligent person. We are grateful for her help in the project. She has such a great experiences in life, it was little regretful that we could not utilize this resourceful person efficiently. Hope we see her again in future when things are more in order. :-)
9 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (oriolmireia) for host
We would recomend everybody to go to Laluri and experience life there! Our stay was so amazing, we met people from the village, we ate and danced with them, we learnt how to cook indian food... we felt really welcomed and loved in this small garhwali village. We were even invited to a wedding!! Unforgettable experience :)
7 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (oriolmireia)
Amazing Spaniards surprised us with their energy. No matter what the task is they were always willing to do it. Had a great time with them. We wish to see you again in Laluri. Wish you all the best for you future.
2 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Shlomo & Jennifer) for host
We had a wonderful two weeks volunteering in Laluri. The village itself is so beautiful and peaceful and we were able to get a real glimpse of village life and living in rural India. Our work involved helping prepare land for mushroom farming, teaching students (children and teenagers) and working on a promotional video for the NGO. What struck us
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11 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Shlomo & Jennifer)
Awesome couple with beautiful hearts. Shlomo and Jennifer spent 10days and stole heart of many . They are very helpful and down to earth couple. They helped in making a promotional video for the village, which got viral on social media and got 80k views in just four days. Wish you have a great tour.
6 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena & Luca)
Elena and Luca had to leave earlier than they planned to stay because of sickness, but it was amazing time with them. They were very helpful and hardworking. Wish to see them again in the future.
1 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lucie) for host
I spent such a great time there, and two weeks was really too short!! I met so amazing people, they made me feel like in family and I discovered so many things about Indian culture in this nice and peacefull mountains village. Working in the fields, teaching and playing with children, going to the spring, learning hindi, indian cooking and
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11 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie)
Lucie and Tanguy stayed with us for two weeks. They are so amazing people. Lucie is very committed volunteer who shows complete dedication to the tasks. Thank you guys for the help in the farm, kitchen, love you showed to the children and all the learning we received from you.
See you again.!!
See you again.!!
22 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Pranoti & Thomas) for host
For the 2 short weeks I lived in the village, I was known as Priti and immediately welcomed into the homes and hearts of the locals. The work in itself was fun and felt rewarding. When we installed the dustbins, all the kids in the village took it upon themselves to clean all the rubbish from the surroundings and in a world that is so selfish and
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6 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Pranoti & Thomas)
We are glad that we had her as a volunteer. We are grateful for all the things she made possible. She is one of the most unforgettable people and – by far- was the hardest goodbye children have ever had to say.!!
16 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan & Rachel)
Wonderful people with beautiful heart. Just one month and they were part of the family. Rachel who can cook, keeps the house clean, works on field, knits, respects the elderly is an "Ideal Garhwali Bahu" as per Chachi. Ethan is an easygoing person, kind-hearted and very helpful.
Wish you all the best for future endeavors guys, wish to see … read more
Wish you all the best for future endeavors guys, wish to see … read more
6 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Adzee)
Adzee is an amazing person upbeat for any task. He is jolly, witty and social. The kids had great time with him in the classroom and at picnic.
He is a THIEF who stole hearts of all the villagers.
We wish to see you again in the future friend.!!
He is a THIEF who stole hearts of all the villagers.
We wish to see you again in the future friend.!!
15 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maarten) for host
I had a good time living the local life with Devs family in Dehradun, of which the food, the wedding and the talks about their lives and mine were the highlights. And they took the best care of me when I got sick. The village Laluri in the hymalayas is a great place and a pleasure to live the rural lifestyle. There were different jobs to do so you
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23 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Maarten)
Maarten is a nice and communicative person with high personal culture. Although we didn't spend too much time together he made very positive impression on us.
18 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
I had a great 4 weeks working here. I was made to feel at home and part of the family. The village in the mountains is in a beautiful location and I really got to experience and be part of the local community. Thank you so much for accommodating me and being great hosts and best of luck with your NGO work in the future.
18 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
Thank you for the time and help you gave during the four weeks. We are extremely thankful to have had an extra set of helping hands just when we needed it the most. We're lucky to have you. We hope you will be able to help again sometime in the future. Thanks again.!! :-)
25 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Unai) for host
I'm so thankful for all your caring and help. More than a volunteer, I felt like a king! Wish you all the best with your life and your project, and hope to see you soon!
25 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Unai)
Om alias Unai is a person with big karma, a man who knows everything. You meet him and you feel you have known him for many years. Wish him all the best for his future.!!
2 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Aayush)
It was so great to have an inquisitive, good strategic thinker and very social person like you in village Laluri. The children in the village misses you and hope to see you again in future.
Wishing you good luck in what you have planned to do. :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
Wishing you good luck in what you have planned to do. :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
1 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
It was a great pleasure to dwell in his presence, listen to the advice and share ideas. As freshers we were not able to exploit all the possibilities that he offered anyway he brought so much goodness into our rural reality. Loved by children and desired by the neighbors - really helped us in opening villagers for changes.
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