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Renovation and Maintenace help at Peaceful House by the Beach, Gambia

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  • Activité récente: 15 mars 2024

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  • Description

    Description

    Hey there! I'm Lara and my family and I live in a lovely compound by the beach in Batokunku, The Gambia. My mother and I have been living in our beloved home for the last 16 years, along with my lively two year old daughter. Living on the west coast of Africa has many highlights, from gorgeous sunsets over the Atlantic to a steady seasonal availability of fresh and tasty local food, fruits and vegetables. However, one must admit that over the years, the Gambian climate with its steady interplay of humid, moist rainy seasons and dry and dusty Harmattans have taken their toll on our home. This is why we need your help in maintaining our house and garden. A little experience in carpentry, gardening and other refurbishment is highly appreciated.

    My family and I are also rather laid back and would appreciate a child friendly, respectful individual to join us.

  • Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

    Jardinage
    Bricolage et construction
    Aide à la maison
    Entretien général
  • Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

    Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

    The Gambia is described as the Smiling Coast of Africa due to the friendly, open nature of Gambians. The Gambian mentality is laid back and easy going. It is one of the poorest countries in Africa, yet the people are some of the most generous and selfless I have ever met. Seeing how people live in an entirely different culture rooted in communal living and simplicity rather than the fast-paced nature of the West and Americas can be rather eye opening for a first time visitor. The geographical position of the Gambia also allows us to boast our beautiful sandy beaches and intriguing river Gambia and its seemingly endless winding paths through luscious green mangroves.

  • Projets impliquant des enfants

    Projets impliquant des enfants

    Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

  • Aide

    Aide

    Carpentry and handiman skills for various help such as fixing and up-cycling furniture, painting walls etc as well as landscaping in the garden (planting new plants, trimming existing plants etc).

  • Langues

    Langues parlées
    Allemand: Courant
    Anglais: Courant
    Wolof: Intermédiaire

    Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
    I would love for my daughter and I to learn French.

  • Hébergement

    Hébergement

    Our compound consists of our main house where the family lives as well as a separate apartment and a round-hut/bungalow which are waiting to accommodate a happy helper. The kitchen in the main house will be shared, and food can be prepared together. We also have a lovely pool that is sure to refresh the mind and body after all the hard work.

    We can offer ingredients for food, a well as at least one cooked meal per day.

  • Autres infos...

    Autres infos...

    Time off can be spent at the beach, which is only a 3 minute walk from the compound. The main highway is a 10-15 minute walk, where public transport via taxis or vans (also called gelli-gellis) is available from early morning till evening. From there, Senegambia, the Gambias tourism centre (which is where most clubs, restaurants and hotels are located) is about a 30min drive away. Gambia is a very small country, so pretty much everything is easily and quickly accessible. Boat tours on the river are also an option for everyone interested in a lazy day under the sun. A kayaking service on the river is located in Tanji, the next town about 5km away, for everyone that's interested in a fun activity on the water. The neighbouring country of Senegal is also a popular tourist destination, and the vibrant bustling capital Dakar can be reached with a cheap nightbus for a quick weekend trip (depending on the duration of your stay).

  • Informations complémentaires

    Informations complémentaires

    • Accès Internet

    • Accès Internet limité

      Accès Internet limité

    • Nous avons des animaux

    • Nous sommes fumeurs

    • Familles bienvenues

  • Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

    Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

    Our wifi connection is decent.

  • Espace pour garer des vans

    Espace pour garer des vans

    Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

  • Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

    Plus de 2

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    Nombre d'heures attendues

    Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

N° de référence hôte : 634517331189

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Help on our farm, a place for different cultures to meet, exchange and create, near the village of Sanyang, Gambia