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Hi.
I am David.
CEWARI is a non-profit project that seeks to promote mental fitness and true nature connection.
The project is constantly evolving towards this objective.
In relation to the volunteer program, starting March 2026, the volunteer program will last 7 days. Stay may be extendend, based on availability, performance and coexistence.
The project is based on a wild forest, and the volunteer will help with:
1) Creating educational content on How to Workout the Mind outdoors. This material will be used in future to work with high-school students. Therefore, we appreciate to volunteers to come prepared and do their best on creating the educational material.
2) Help sometimes with the maintenance of trails.
GENERAL SCHEDULE
Day 1) Arrival should Not Be Later Than 13.00 h.
Day 2 to 5
1 hours helping with maintenance duties.
3 hours Creating workout exercises using forest elements and processes.
Day 6 and 7
Day off.
Day 8 is for departure. Checkout before midday (12.00).
Some questions you may have:
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY?
All applicants should come prepared to create the educational content.
WHERE IS THE COURSE?
For that, applicants must complete the Mind Workout Course, which involves a 3h online Theory course.
The access to the course is in the bio link of our instagram @cewari.itacare
IMPORTANT! Please try doing some mind exercises as in
the examples provided in the course, but using your own creativity to design the exercises.
The preparatory training must be finished 5 days before the arrival date. As proof of the preparation, the applicant will email the training exercises to:
[email protected]
We reserve the right to cancel the application if the volunteer shows no sign of completing the course mind training exercises before arrival.
It is not a hotel, not a tourist spot—it’s just a real forest, a quiet place to get your hands a little dirty, camp, help out, and maybe even reconnect with yourself. If that sounds like your vibe, we’d love to have you here.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Light gardening
Farmstay help
Light maintenance
Interests
Fitness
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Languages
Technology
Self development
Sustainability
Charity work
Photography
Plant care
Hitchhiking
Gardening
Art & design
Animals
Outdoor activities
Nature
Beach
Adventure sports
Camping
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteering here isn’t just about helping the forest—it’s about connecting with people from all over and sharing experiences that stay with you. I’ve seen people from different backgrounds come together here, and it’s always inspiring to see how much we learn from each other.
We welcome travelers, nature lovers, and curious souls. We cook, eat, and share stories together. It feels like a small international family helping toward something meaningful.
Itacaré has a rich, local culture. You might catch a capoeira circle or try some local food like moqueca or acarajé. There’s always something interesting happening around town.
Everyone brings something unique. Sometimes we exchange skills or ideas—maybe a bit of language practice or a tip on living more sustainably. It all flows naturally, just like life in the forest.
We live simply here. It’s a chance to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with what really matters. Cultural exchange here isn’t something we plan—it just happens, day by day, through shared meals, laughs, and time in nature.
Help
Volunteers help out mainly with creating outdoors educational material for high-school students. Also, help with clearing trails, spreading leaves, planting trees, and keeping the forest paths nice and safe. Sometimes we do a bit of light construction or help on small eco-projects using natural materials. It’s all hands-on and outside, so be ready to move, sweat a little, and enjoy the forest air. You don’t need experience—just a good attitude and respect for nature. I also appreciate when volunteers help keep things clean and organized. Every little bit helps, and your time here really does make a difference. We work, we learn, and we enjoy!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
Accommodation
We keep things simple, natural, and low-impact. If you're looking to slow down, live close to nature, and help take care of a beautiful piece of rainforest, this place might be exactly what you need.
You’ll be staying in a tent, which we provide, along with a camping mattress, pillow, sheets, and a cover. The tents are set up in safe, designated areas within the forest, giving you privacy, fresh air, and the soothing sounds of birds and trees all around. It’s basic, but peaceful—and it grows on you.
We have a communal kitchen with gas and the essentials you’ll need to cook. Everyone makes their own food, usually with ingredients from local shops or the market. Just keep everything sealed and clean, so we don’t attract curious animals.
Bathrooms are dry composting toilets, and we take hygiene seriously. They’re simple but clean—and part of living sustainably. For bathing, we use natural pools and river water, so we ask everyone to bring eco-friendly soaps and shampoos only.
We collect rainwater for general use, and our drinking water comes from the river. It’s safe when it’s not raining, but you can boil it if you prefer. Laundry is done by hand, using biodegradable soap.
When you're not helping, you can rest in the hammocks, walk the trails, read, journal, or just enjoy the sounds of the forest. It’s a space to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with yourself and the earth.
It’s not luxury—it’s something better: real, raw, and grounding. If that sounds good to you, you’ll feel right at home here.
What else ...
When volunteers have a day off here, there’s plenty to explore around Itacaré. This little coastal town has a cool mix of nature and culture—perfect for relaxing or getting a bit adventurous. You can spend the day chilling on beaches like Praia da Concha, Praia da Tiririca, or Praia do Resende. Whether you're into surfing, swimming, or just laying in the sun, there's a spot for you. If you're more into hiking, there are waterfalls nearby like Cachoeira do Cleandro or Tijuípe—great places to cool off and enjoy the forest. In town, there’s always something going on. You can check out local markets, grab a snack at one of the cafés, or listen to live music at night. The food is super tasty—try some tropical fruits or traditional Bahian dishes. Getting around is easy. You can hitchhike, take local buses or vans, or hop on a moto-taxi, which is cheap and fast. Walking works too for most places. And if you need help, we’re always happy to give tips or help plan something fun. Your free time here is a chance to enjoy, recharge, and explore at your own pace.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We usually don't host digital nomads (DN), because we dont have good electricity supply. If you want to come as DN make sure you bring a power bank to charge your devices, and devices fully charged. We have good wifi. Pasword: cewariitacare
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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