Participate in a truly ecological experience and indigenous culture in Santa Marta, Colombia

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    This is an eco hotel located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, on the banks of the Don Diego River in Tairona territory. It is a 3 hectare property where visitors live history through the archaeological legacy of indigenous culture. Have the chance to connect with the ancestral heritage of the Tairona people. You’ll work in an environment surrounded by ancient terraces, learn about indigenous traditions, and contribute to the preservation of their legacy.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    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
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We welcome enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about nature, culture, and sustainable tourism. Volunteers should be adaptable, open-minded, and eager to contribute positively to our eco-hotel and surrounding community.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for few types of candidates, one category is property wellness, which includes our community, art, ecological and DIY programs. The other category is property design which involves general maintenance, building projects and other creative outlets for improving our space. As a volunteer, you can participate in eco-friendly projects such as reforestation, waste management, and conservation initiatives that help protect the local flora and fauna.For those interested in hospitality, offers the opportunity to assist in our eco-hotel operations, learning about sustainable tourism and traditional Caribbean cuisine.

  • Languages spoken

    French: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    English: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The traveller(s) will stay in a dedicated share accommodation on the property and will be prepared two meals for their working day shifts (Breakfast and lunch). Use of kitchen facilities of the house of volunteers. etc. is available.
    Free participation in guided hikes, archaeological tours, and indigenous rituals.
    The opportunity to develop new skills in eco-tourism, hospitality, and cultural preservation.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You will find a beautiful experience in this part of Colombia, where the Caribbean Mountains, River and Sea all connect in a stunning setting. We are very well connected to travel to any part of the coast via bus from Santa Marta and are a short 15 min ride to Palomino, a popular bohemian backpacker destination and others amazing destination.

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Our hotel has ample space for cars and small buses in our parking.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Our hotel is petfriendly.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 826414816318

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