Co-create a holistic retreat space and botanical garden near nature in Mozambique

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  Description

  After more than 20 years traveling the world studying healing traditions, I am now creating a
  peaceful sanctuary in Mozambique where nature, wellness, and cultural exchange come
  together.
  
  About Our Project
  
  Our project is a family-led initiative to restore and develop a peaceful space dedicated to wellness, nature, and cultural exchange in Mozambique.
  
  This place is being created as a sanctuary where people can reconnect with nature, experience holistic practices, and learn about traditional healing wisdom from Africa and beyond.
  
  The project is guided by me Maria, holistic wellness practitioner working internationally with massage therapy, meditation, yoga, herbal and energy healing. After many years of traveling and studying different healing traditions, i am now developing a space where people can slow down, restore their energy, and reconnect with themselves.
  
  Alongside the wellness vision, we also support community awareness around indigenous healing knowledge and botanical preservation through small home gardens and cultural exchange.
  
  Volunteers become part of this process by helping us bring the space to life.
  
  Our project is also part of an initiative.
  
  The idea is simple: travel can be more than tourism. It can be an exchange where people contribute to local projects while learning about culture, nature, and traditional knowledge.
  
  Through this initiative we aim to:
  
  • Support awareness of indigenous healing traditions
  • Encourage botanical gardens that preserve traditional medicinal plants
  • Create cultural exchange between travelers and local communities
  • Promote a slower and more conscious way of traveling
  
  Volunteers and visitors who join the project become part of this journey of learning, sharing, and building something meaningful together.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Self development

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Pets

  

  Farming

  

  Culture

  

  Charity work

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  Languages

  

  Hitchhiking

  

  History

  

  Gardening

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Carpentry

  

  Books

  

  Astronomy

  

  Art & design

  

  Architecture

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain

  

  Hiking

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Beach

  

  Adventure sports
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  The Experience
  This is a calm environment where volunteers can experience a slower rhythm of life close to nature.
  
  In your free time you can:
  
  • Explore the surrounding nature
  • Swim with dolphins or relax near the ocean (depending on location)
  • Read, write, or create
  • Learn about wellness practices and traditional knowledge
  
  This experience is especially meaningful for people interested in:
  
  • wellness and healing practices
  • sustainable living
  • cultural exchange
  • meaningful travel experiences

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  Help

  The Kind of Help We Need
  
  There are many small projects happening as we continue improving the space.
  
  Typical tasks may include:
  
  Garden & Nature
  • Gardening and planting
  • Maintaining green spaces
  • Helping create small botanical gardens
  
  Creative & Practical tasks
  • Painting
  • Light repairs
  • Organizing spaces
  • Preparing rooms for guests
  
  Communication & Media
  • Photography or video
  • Social media support
  • Helping document the project journey

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate
  Zulu: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  I am passionate about languages so i am happy to help practicing the languages i speak whenever i am around. I am presently learning Dutch
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  Accommodation

  We provide room in a 6 bedroom homestay in Matola,a city outside Maputo city, and at the island we provide a camping experience .

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  What else ...

  If you stay at the island, moving from one place to the other is easy with local transportation. If you will be staying in Matola City there are convenient local transportation on your time off where you can experience the vibrant city, beautiful beaches and beach activities such as snorkeling, paddling, scuba diving and swimming with dolphins, there are local markets with arts, crafts and traditional food, as well as local museums.

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  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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  Can host digital nomads

  Volunteer Welcome Guide Wellness & Nature Sanctuary – Mozambique Welcome, and thank you for choosing to be part of this project. Your presence and contribution help bring this vision to life. This space is being created gradually as a place for wellness, nature, and meaningful cultural exchange. Volunteers are an important part of this journey. 1. Before You Arrive Please let us know: • Your arrival date and approximate time • Your travel route • Any skills or experience you would like to share Travel in Mozambique can sometimes take longer than expected, so flexibility and patience are helpful. 2. Accommodation Volunteers stay on the property in simple and comfortable accommodation. Living conditions are relaxed and close to nature. We appreciate everyone helping keep the space clean and organized. 3. Food Arrangement The current arrangement is: • Breakfast provided • Tea available during the day • Kitchen available for volunteers to cook their own meals Local markets are usually available nearby for buying ingredients. 4. Volunteer Contribution Typical rhythm: • 4–5 hours per day • 5 days per week Tasks may include: • Gardening and plant care • Painting and light repairs • Cleaning and organizing spaces • Preparing rooms or outdoor areas • Supporting with photos or social media (if you have interest in this) We appreciate volunteers who are proactive and enjoy practical work. 5. Atmosphere of the Space This is a calm environment where we value: • respect • kindness • mindfulness • connection with nature Many volunteers enjoy the slower rhythm of life here. 6. Free Time Outside volunteer hours, you are free to: • explore the surrounding nature • relax and rest • read or write • connect with other travelers • enjoy the peaceful environment Sometimes we may also share moments such as tea in the garden or informal conversations about travel and culture. 7. Community Living To keep the space harmonious, we ask volunteers to: • respect shared spaces • communicate openly and kindly • keep the environment clean • be mindful of noise late at night 8. What to Bring Some helpful things to bring: • comfortable working clothes • hat and sunscreen • reusable water bottle • mosquito repellent • flashlight or headlamp • sandals and closed shoes • notebook or journal If you have skills in photography, gardening, carpentry, or social media, you are welcome to bring tools or equipment you enjoy using. 9. This project is part of a broader initiative. The idea is to create travel experiences where people contribute to local projects, learn about nature and culture, and build genuine human connections. By volunteering here, you become part of this exchange. 10. Gratitude We are grateful for every person who contributes their time, energy, and creativity to this place. Together we are slowly building something meaningful.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Expect to experience some inconveniences as we are in maintenance phase.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Dogs

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  Libra

  Turtle

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