Stefan

South Africa
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Travel information

I am currently

Travelling

My next destination:
Colombia - until Jul 2026
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Description

I am currently bike packing through Central and South America for an unlimited period of time (I started in El Salvador and heading towards Argentina). I am looking to work and volunteer in any of the countries I cycle through and at the same time improve my Spanish. I am quite fit and active (riding and pushing a heavily loaded mountain bike up passes). I love animals, espeically dogs, and engaging in sustainable meaningful work that has a lasting impact , and engaging with the local community.
Interests

Vegetarian or vegan

Sustainability

Pets

Self development

Charity work

Books

Music

Photography

Languages

Cooking & food

Writing

Hitchhiking

Animals

Beach

Yoga / Wellness

Fitness

Nature

Camping

Mountain

Water sports

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Cycling

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I only started Spanish a few months ago and very interested in learning to be able to converse fluently

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Light gardening

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Some knowledge of:

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Helping around the house

Animal Care

House & pet sitting
More details about your skills

Any hard physical work. I am also very practical (fixing and repairing anything ..... handyman. Very good with animals, especially dogs. Love working with and in the community. I am a qualified road safety/civil engineer but have retired from that. I have worked in over 30 different countries, mainly developing countries. I have a good sense of humour.
Age

64
What else ...

I do meditation, yoga, photography. Love appreciating natural beauty
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Preferably, plant based diet, but I still eat fish, milk, eggs, cheese etc. But otherwise I will eat anything else.

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12 Jul 2026

Left by host (Join our lush piece of ...) for Workawayer ()

It was a wonderful experience having Stefan staying with us, definately the first south african that came bicycling all the way from Central America to here! He is a very sweet guy that worked as an engineer so everything he did was done with precision and care. He was key in helping us measuring and lay out the design for our new food garden. He … read more

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12 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our lush piece of ...)

I was so fortunate to experience what was indeed a piece of paradise! Christian was the perfect host: patient, empathetic, positive and so generous with his time and sharing his knowledge, passion and personal experiences (not just relating to the farm but also to cooking, meditation and yoga.... which was defintely the highlight of each day). … read more

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3 May 2026

Left by host (Live like a local, help and ...) for Workawayer ()

Stefan was a all-stars volunteer. Always the best atmosphere and attitude surround this man, we were always happy to have him around and felt super grateful to host him. His connection with our animal crew was deep and we all miss him.
Our deepest gratitude for his important support in all the important tasks he was working with us. Just waiting … read more

(Excellent )

26 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Live like a local, help and ...)

What an amazing experience! The hosts Eddy and Rebecca are passionate about their project and so generous with their time and sharing their knowledge (Rebecca frequently sharing a bowl of food). I really felt as if I contributed to the broader project. The volunteer accommodation has a breathtaking view over the Nicoya Peninsula, with great … read more

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