Informações do perfil
Classificação do anfitrião
100 %
Last replied
18 abr. 2024
Taxa de resposta
99.2 %
Usually responds dentro 5 dias
Comentário
111
E-mail verificado
Medalhas (2)
Detalhes
Descrição
We are an award-winning hostel situated on the Rio Buritaca, around 10 minutes by car from the Caribbean coast of Colombia. We run a Foundation from the hostel that runs educational, sporting and environmental projects to positively impact our local community.
FOR THE HOSTEL:
1. Year-round, we are looking CARPENTERS, ARTISTS and YOGA TEACHERS and people who really want to having a cultural exchange as part of our volunteer family.
FOR THE FOUNDATION, we are looking for:
1. Foundation activities volunteer - supporting our 12 local coaches on our sports and arts programmes in our local communities, driving fundraising in the hostel and hyping volunteering opportunities to our guests. Next role available at the end of April (and again in the summer, most likely start of July) - must be available for 4 + weeks and the longer the better :)
2. A volunteer Community English teacher and Tutor to support our six local teachers - Available from mid May 2024 - Must have at least intermediate Spanish and be available for 4+ weeks. The role is to teach job specific to adults in the community and support our daily tutoring sessions for local children ages 7 - 13. Our last 5 volunteer supporting teachers have rated the experience 10/10 :)
3. Social media marketing volunteer to run our Foundation instagram account. Starting from beginning of May. Would ideally be able to stay 2+ months. Helping us to communicate the impact and joy of our seven community programmes to our partners, crowdfunders, friends and potential volunteer guests :)
4. Film makers and photographers to make a short film/great photo content to promote our Foundation - welcome anytime. Best to combine with social media role if possible.
5. An Environmental education teacher /expert - must speak fluent Spanish and have a background in environmental studies. The role would be to help with our environmental education and recycling and waste management programme. Available anytime with the right experience level - If you are also able to teach English would be absolutely perfect for us.
We can offer all 3 meals and accommodation, free laundry service twice per week, and discounted drinks, in exchange for 4-5 hours help a day (5 days a week). Accommodation almost always starts in a large volunteer dorm or four person foundation room, although the longer you are volunteering the more likely it will be that you upgrade to a small private room (normally 2+ months in the dorm first).
Our site is a stunning 2-hectare plot of land with a unique river beach and natural pool. We enjoy daily visits from humming birds and howler monkeys and the Caribbean is a 25-minute walk away.
We also have a wide variety of activities available in and around the hostel: table tennis, pool, paddleboards, volleyball, football, tubing and loads of amazing beaches: Parque Tayrona, waterfalls, entrance to lost city, sunrise hike and much more.
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Trabalho beneficente
Projetos artísticos
Prática de idiomas
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Ensino
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Hotelaria/turismo
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
The surrounding area is quintessentially Colombian - we are in a very rural location with plenty of fun things to do in the area and lots of other hostels nearby
Ajuda
Yoga lessons! If you're qualified, even better.
We are looking for a native Spanish speaking teachers both for our Indigenous Community programme and for our Tutoring and Community English programme. TEFL qualified is also a bonus.
The Foundation volunteer/multi-sports coach role is to promote our daily Foundation activities to hostel guests and encourage them to come along and volunteer with us. There is also the opportunity to go out everyday and run fun sport or arts sessions with kids in our local area. We are looking for someone who is fun, sociable, reliable and who is happy to approach all guests staying in the hostel to tell them about the Foundation. Spanish speaking also desirable but not essential.
There are also big painting opportunities both in the hostel and in the community and the opportunity to teach art to local children through our Foundation.
Film makers and photographers always welcome :) and anyone with social media experience!!
And someone to help support our year round environmental education programme in our local community would be fantastic!!
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Espanhol: Fluente
Francês: Fluente
Acomodação
Shared large 16-bed dorm with fan and lockers
Smaller 4 bed shared dorm for Foundation teachers.
Algo mais...
Palomino, Parque Tayrona, Minca, Santa Marta, Taganga and La Guajira desert are all perfect day off excursions. The collectivo bus that runs between Santa Marta and Palomino is 10 minutes from the property, we can also organise transport to take you to and from Buritaca.
We are 25 minutes from the ocean and there are plenty of walks in the hills close by. Rancho Relaxo and Costeño Beach are our closest neighbours, both of which are great for any time off.
Mais alguns detalhes
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?
Mais de 2
Horas previstas
5 hours a day, 5 days a week 2 days off
Nº de ref. de anfitrião: 114423479399
Comentário (48)
26 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lucas) para o anfitrião
Experience was incredible. Staff was very friendly, communication was ideal and overall experience was lovely. I felt at home there and would have loved to stay longer.
I was able to see the beautiful nature of the caribbean coast of colombia, whilst meeting new people and learning different skillsets for different working-areas.
Alltogether I… read more
I was able to see the beautiful nature of the caribbean coast of colombia, whilst meeting new people and learning different skillsets for different working-areas.
Alltogether I… read more
15 nov. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mickael)
Mickael was really brilliant. Always up for helping out wherever we needed most support. A huge team player, he always bought huge positivity to activities and worked really well with our full time staff and volunteering team. Thoroughly recommend and he is welcome back with us absolutely anytime. Thanks for your hard work and hope to see you… read more
(Excelente
)
13 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mickael) para o anfitrião
I planned at first to stay 2 weeks, I stayed more than a month, and I would still be there if I had more time on my visa ! The hostel, the staff, the other volunteers, the owners, the atmosphere, everything and everyone is perfect there !! I worked as carpenter, the job was diversified and interesting. Everything is included (bed and 3 good meals… read more
3 mai. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Fionn)
Fionn was a fantastic addition to the hostel team, running daily Yoga (amazingly) with small groups and large groups and the was also our resident artist. The quality of her work was fantastic and she worked really well with our local on site team when getting ready for our weekly and big monthly events :) - She was a big team player, always open… read more
(Excelente
)
Comentário
Essas classificações são opcionais e foram dadas junto com os comentários dos membros.A classificação média deixada por cada opção é exibida.
Precisão do perfil:
(5.0)
Intercâmbio cultural:
(4.9)
Comunicação:
(5.0)
26 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lucas) para o anfitrião
Experience was incredible. Staff was very friendly, communication was ideal and overall experience was lovely. I felt at home there and would have loved to stay longer.
I was able to see the beautiful nature of the caribbean coast of colombia, whilst meeting new people and learning different skillsets for different working-areas.
Alltogether I… read more
I was able to see the beautiful nature of the caribbean coast of colombia, whilst meeting new people and learning different skillsets for different working-areas.
Alltogether I… read more
15 nov. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mickael)
Mickael was really brilliant. Always up for helping out wherever we needed most support. A huge team player, he always bought huge positivity to activities and worked really well with our full time staff and volunteering team. Thoroughly recommend and he is welcome back with us absolutely anytime. Thanks for your hard work and hope to see you… read more
(Excelente
)
13 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mickael) para o anfitrião
I planned at first to stay 2 weeks, I stayed more than a month, and I would still be there if I had more time on my visa ! The hostel, the staff, the other volunteers, the owners, the atmosphere, everything and everyone is perfect there !! I worked as carpenter, the job was diversified and interesting. Everything is included (bed and 3 good meals… read more
3 mai. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Fionn)
Fionn was a fantastic addition to the hostel team, running daily Yoga (amazingly) with small groups and large groups and the was also our resident artist. The quality of her work was fantastic and she worked really well with our local on site team when getting ready for our weekly and big monthly events :) - She was a big team player, always open… read more
(Excelente
)
29 mar. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Arlette)
Arlette was a fantastic addition to our teaching team. Got fully involved in all activities and taught well planned and tailored sessions to our staff and formed strong positive relationships with our students at Tutoring. She was a great team-player also and always got involved in other sports and arts volunteering opportunities. She is welcome… read more
(Excelente
)
25 mar. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Bianca) para o anfitrião
Hi friends,
Wow, how do I put my words together to say this was my super home for over a month and I would have stayed forever if I could.
All volunteers I met (oh, if you want to volunteer there, be ready to meet lots of people) were so amazing and we created such beautiful friendships.
The staff was always taking so good care of me and I felt… read more
Wow, how do I put my words together to say this was my super home for over a month and I would have stayed forever if I could.
All volunteers I met (oh, if you want to volunteer there, be ready to meet lots of people) were so amazing and we created such beautiful friendships.
The staff was always taking so good care of me and I felt… read more
30 dez. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Cliodhna) para o anfitrião
i spent only a very short amount of time at this place, but it was definitely an unforgettable time! there was a little confusion over accomodation because they were renovating one of the volunteer rooms as i arrived so i definitely didnt come at an ideal time, but i would love to return some time in the future to volunteer again.
. the staff are… read more
. the staff are… read more
12 dez. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Olga)
Olga joined out team to run our staff English lessons. She was fantastic. Always planned fun and engaging sessions at the right level. Her students were always keen to learn and they improved quickly. In her free time, she also always came volunteering with us with the children out in the community and really loved it. Highly recommend. Thanks… read more
(Excelente
)
2 dez. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Olga) para o anfitrião
I volunteered in Rio hostel for 2.5 weeks. Even though it was a very short period of time I absolutely fell in love with the staff who I was teaching English to. The hostel is situated in an amazing spot with a lot of places to visit in your free time. There is also plenty of different activities you can do at the hostel (sunrise trek, tubing on… read more
12 dez. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah was a great addition to the team. Fantastic with the kids and her colleagues, she always nought huge positivity to all the activities she came to. If I could share a picture of her at the bottom of a human pyramid on her first day with three layers of children above her, I would :) – Thanks very much, I hope you have a brilliant rest of… read more
(Excelente
)
19 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Hannah) para o anfitrião
I volunteered with the Foundation for one month and had an incredible time! From the location and nature to the hostel and staff, my time was amazing. Working with the local kids was one of my favorite things I've done and I'm amazed at the incredible things the foundation does for the community. I met so many great people and miss it there… read more
29 set. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Matt) para o anfitrião
The hostel is absolutely beautiful. I spent an amazing month here helping out in the kitchen, where the staff were lovely and I got to practice loads of Spanish. I’m also incredibly grateful to the volunteer managers, who were very helpful and allowed me to come and volunteer even after my arrival was delayed by some travel setbacks. I would… read more
11 set. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Daniele) para o anfitrião
i stayed here a month, teaching Yoga and helping with the activities. the place is beautiful, has a private river access, delicious food, and a nice bar with a great sound system. Luis, the manager, was always really nice and friendly. i had lots of fun in this month and made good friends! definitely a place to suggest for volunteering!!!
9 ago. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Victor ) para o anfitrião
I have loved every moment of my stay at this beautiful hostel.
The hostel has two groups of volunteers, ones working for the hostel and ones working for the foundation. This makes it very exciting and fun because we ended up being 12 volunteers leaving in the hostel. We became like a small family.
The hostel itself is an amazing decorated… read more
The hostel has two groups of volunteers, ones working for the hostel and ones working for the foundation. This makes it very exciting and fun because we ended up being 12 volunteers leaving in the hostel. We became like a small family.
The hostel itself is an amazing decorated… read more
7 jun. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Paulina)
Paulina was spectacular, her work in yoga and other activities was always done with dedication, responsibility and a lot of love. We highly recommend her, she is an excellent girl and we hope she will come back one day. She is always welcome.
(Excelente
)
10 mai. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rosa) para o anfitrião
It has been a wonderful and rewarding experience volunteering for this Foundation. I loved helping the kids do their homework, teach them basic math, writing and reading. I also loved teaching English to the hostel staff and the adults in the community.
Besides, the location is paradise and just 10 mins away from the beach in moto taxi.
I want… read more
Besides, the location is paradise and just 10 mins away from the beach in moto taxi.
I want… read more
28 fev. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Luis )
Luis is an excellent guy and a hard worker. We were really pleased to have him with us for Bonanza. Thanks Luis, you legend
(Excelente
)
25 fev. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Luis ) para o anfitrião
No words to describe my time at this amazing place, everything was really good, the people since the first minute makes you feel at home, being in the jungle with people of all around the world it has been a good experience for me. thanks Ben and your team for let me be part of your home!
30 abr. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Dylan) para o anfitrião
I think a location makes a good hostal, but it's the people that make it great. This hostal has both!
Before starting as a volunteer Ben, one of the owners, asked me to stay for a night first to feel out the hostal.
And i felt right at home from the beginning. I worked bar shifts, and once in a while activities such as volleyball with the guests.… read more
Before starting as a volunteer Ben, one of the owners, asked me to stay for a night first to feel out the hostal.
And i felt right at home from the beginning. I worked bar shifts, and once in a while activities such as volleyball with the guests.… read more
5 mar. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rachael) para o anfitrião
I had a wonderful time at the place and the owners (Ben and Guy) are very friendly. Ben who I worked closely with on the marketing is a good boss who is easy going. I made friends with the other volunteers, hostel staff and some of the guests and people who also work in the surrounding area, so it was nicely sociable.
I was given a private,… read more
I was given a private,… read more
3 mar. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Rachael)
Rachael came to the place for 7 weeks and worked on our social media, graphic design and web design. Rachael created a strategy, and our followers went from 12.5k to 24k during the 7 weeks due to our combined work. The posts and reels were great quality with well-written copy and good hashtag research which increased our reach - some posts… read more
(Excelente
)
31 mar. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Adrian)
Absolutely incredible Yoga teacher and went above and beyond on every aspect of the role. Constantly offering to run additional sessions and salsa dance classes, we were gutted to see him leave. Welcome back absolutely anytime. Thanks very much.
(Excelente
)
3 mar. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Adrian) para o anfitrião
Impresionante enclave, rodeado de naturaleza y con un riquísimo río para nadar en las mañanas.
Abundante y deliciosa comida (organic, homemade, vegan options). Hechas con todo el amor y buen sazón de cocineras locales.
Pero lo mejor... La gente! Tanto el staff (un amor) como los demás voluntarios te hacen sentir at home desde el primer día. Se… read more
Abundante y deliciosa comida (organic, homemade, vegan options). Hechas con todo el amor y buen sazón de cocineras locales.
Pero lo mejor... La gente! Tanto el staff (un amor) como los demás voluntarios te hacen sentir at home desde el primer día. Se… read more
10 mar. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Tania) para o anfitrião
Had the most incredible 6 weeks volunteering at the hostel. It was very hard to leave, I wish I'd stayed longer. Everyone who works and volunteers there is amazing and really makes you feel at home. The location is beautiful, the food is delicious and the vibe of the place is unlike any other I've been to. I would highly recommend this Workaway to… read more
25 out. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Franz & Lisa)
Thank you guys for all your help with our community program. You were amazing, thanks for capturing all those beautiful moments like little treasures that let us continue growing with this project.
Kind Regards
Kind Regards
(Excelente
)
29 jul. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Franz & Lisa) para o anfitrião
Thanks for this wonderful workaway experience! My girlfriend and I stayed at the Hostal for 1,5 weeks to take some professional photos of all kind of activities they offer for their guests. We had such a fun time to go on those different activities (Tubing, Motorbike Tour, Yoga, Nature Tour, Tejo, Sunrise Tour) and support them with some nice… read more
22 set. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Tyler ) para o anfitrião
Working here was awesome. I only stayed for two weeks, but I was debating whether to stay or move on up until the moment I walked out. You get a private room away from the party so you can sleep if you want, 3 awesome meals, and you can do a lot of the hostel's activities for free. But the people working there are just so awesome. They're so… read more
31 jul. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rachel) para o anfitrião
As my first workaway experience this set the bar extremely high. I spent 6 weeks running the English programme which was split between lessons in the hostel with staff (who are all the most wonderful people) and teaching community classes in a few locations in town. I was given lots of autonomy over what I ran which was great but there are always… read more
12 jun. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amy)
Amy and Jan are amazing. Amy helped update our website, taught community English lessons and even went and lived up in our jungle school. She was extremely hardworking and bought huge positivity to everything she did.
Jan is hilarious and brilliant. Equally hardworking, he took on running our weekly quiz (the best it's ever been) and added… read more
Jan is hilarious and brilliant. Equally hardworking, he took on running our weekly quiz (the best it's ever been) and added… read more
(Excelente
)
13 mai. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Matthew)
An excellent volunteer, really good fun and a great person to have around. Matt is a hard worker and will happily help with anything. Thanks again Matt!
(Excelente
)
12 mai. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Matthew) para o anfitrião
I originally came as a guest but after 3 days I couldn't leave and ended up staying for over 2 months. An absolutely amazing place with amazing people working there. The owners are down to earth people who are easy to work for and even better to get along with. The local staff are brilliant people who are a pleasure to help out and spend time… read more
25 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Teigan)
Just an incredible person. Brought pure joy and positivity to everything she did. Absolutely bossed our community english programme. Always early, her students absolutely loved her. Couldnt recommend her more. Thanks for all your hard work, we miss you loads :)
(Excelente
)
25 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Thomas & Suzanne)
Was just Suzanne on this workaway. She was absolutely amazing. She bought total energy and positivity to the English teaching role and really made it her own. A massive team player, she immediately became an essential part of our team. Extremely fun, reliable and hardworking, she was perfect for the role. We miss her loads and she is welcome back… read more
(Excelente
)
25 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Noa)
Just incredible. Ran our daily Yoga classes and absolutely smashed it :) - hugely enjoyable classes, our guests absolutely loved them. She was also a massive team player and went above and beyond in all aspects of her role. She bought energy and joy to everything she did here. Could not recommend her enough. We miss her loads.
(Excelente
)
25 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Dupuis & Marks)
Absolute legends. Had some big shoes to fill when they came in and they absolutely smashed it. Incredibly fun, reliable and hardworking, they were immediately an integral part of our team. They bought huge positivity and energy to everything they did. We are going to miss them hugely.
(Excelente
)
25 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (isaacnelson)
Isaac was incredible. Reliable, hardworking and fun, he went above and beyond in all aspects of volunteering. He was a massive team player and an absolute pleasure to host. Couldn't recommend him more.
Isaac, Thanks for all your hard work and I hope you had as much fun volunteering as we had hosting you!! Cheers :)
Isaac, Thanks for all your hard work and I hope you had as much fun volunteering as we had hosting you!! Cheers :)
(Excelente
)
5 abr. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Hineana) para o anfitrião
After volunteering at different workaways for over a year now, this has by far been my favourite. I can't recommend it enough! Volunteers are treated extremely well, from the accomodation, food, activities and not to mention the amazingly beautiful location, next to a crystal clear river surrounded by Colombian jungle.
I originally came for 2… read more
I originally came for 2… read more
20 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ollie)
Thanks for the hard work Ollie, we appreciated it.
(Excelente
)
20 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Patrick & Billie )
Billie & Patrick are really hard working people that helped us out with our school project for a couple of weeks. They were very dedicated to it and the students loved having them around as an addition to Keila, our permanent teacher up there. Thanks for the hard work guys, come back any time.
Ben and the team
Ben and the team
(Excelente
)
20 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jessica)
Jess was a great addition to the team. She stayed for around a month, teaching yoga and working on the bar, plus painting and decorating (ask her to do that, she LOVES it!). Jess is good fun, with a wicked sense of humour and a great character to have around. Thanks again for all the hard work, especially during maintenance week. Safe travels,… read more
(Excelente
)
20 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Elizabeth)
Liz taught yoga and English for over a month and was absolutely brilliant. Her students with our community lessons loved her and her teaching style and she was a great yogi. We loved having her as part of the team - a constant smile and positive energy, she's good fun. We miss Liz - come back. Thanks again, Ben and the crew
(Excelente
)
16 out. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Kim)
Kim was a great addition to the team and ended up staying much longer than originally planned. She's a big bundle of positive energy and was fun to have around. You're always welcome back here (T)Kim, we will miss you. Thanks again for all the hard work. Ben and Guy
(Excelente
)
9 out. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Cassie) para o anfitrião
My experience there is one I will continue to share with people for a long time! I taught English here for the hostel and couldn’t believe how much I enjoyed myself. Ben and Guy do an amazing job at getting to know everyone and helping with delegating jobs! Will definitely be coming back again. The hostel is one of the best.
17 set. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nikki & Cole)
Fantastic girl, she was a really great addition to the team. Thanks agin Nikki
(Excelente
)
17 set. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Nikki & Cole) para o anfitrião
My workaway experience here was one for the books! I shared my time here teaching yoga in the beautiful jungle, as well as helping behind the bar, serving meals at mealtime, and making mango chutney from the abundance of fruit we had here! The place is grand and absolutely beautiful with so many activities (hiking, floating down the river, etc) to… read more
25 ago. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kristjan) para o anfitrião
I came to teach English for a month and ended up staying for nearly two. This place is ideal for volunteering. The people, their hospitality, and the communication with volunteers is on another level. It always feels more like a tight group that has know each other for a long time, although the previous volunteers go and new ones come. The… read more
25 jun. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Luisa)
Luisa came and helped us with filming for a week. She was a great character to have around and got the job done quickly and efficiently. Thanks again Luisa, come back anytime. Ben and the team
(Excelente
)
25 jun. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Rhiannon)
A great girl with a winning attitude, she came, helped us re-jig our website then left, doing exactly what we asked of her.
Thanks a lot Rhiannon, Ben and Guy
Thanks a lot Rhiannon, Ben and Guy
(Excelente
)
1 mai. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Alejandra) para o anfitrião
What can i say about this place who took my breath away!
When i arrive at the place i couldn't believe that this was a hostal at first! It was so beautiful! Calm and so much nature around! And the food was incredible good!
I felt so at home and the host was so nice and open minded. He really take care of his volunteers.
The work what we did in… read more
When i arrive at the place i couldn't believe that this was a hostal at first! It was so beautiful! Calm and so much nature around! And the food was incredible good!
I felt so at home and the host was so nice and open minded. He really take care of his volunteers.
The work what we did in… read more
15 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Alejandra)
Alejandra is a brilliant and energetic volunteer and one that the others looked up to and respected. She did some wonderful creative work for our event, including a couple of key sculptures and murals that stole the show. We hope she can make it back again! Thanks again Alejandra, Ben, Guy, Mira & Eddy
(Excelente
)
15 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amanda & Vinicius)
Awesome volunteers! Very happy and positive and hard working, we hope that they can make it back again for round 2! Thanks again guys, Ben, Guy, Mira & Eddy
(Excelente
)
15 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Roka )
A very hard working guy and a great presence for the event. We hope he can make it back for the second edition! Thanks again, Ben, Guy, Mira & Eddy
(Excelente
)
15 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Noemi)
Noemi was a great addition to the crew - fun, creative and a hard working person. We hope she can make it back for the second edition. Thanks again, Ben, Guy, Mira & Eddy
(Excelente
)
15 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (acquox)
Leonie was a great addition to the team, a very positive energy and hugely creative. Thanks again! Ben, Guy, Mira & Eddy
(Excelente
)
14 abr. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie and Laura were brilliant to host - they helped well with the whole team organising the event and brought a load of positive energy and creativity to the group. For the event we preferred to let our creative volunteers lead their own projects and this was a great approach for the girls - everything looked fantastic and they were amazing on… read more
(Excelente
)
13 abr. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sophie) para o anfitrião
My friend Laura and I tried hard to find something new to say about this mesmerizing place to volunteer and not just copy-past what everybody else already stated but... there´s just nothing to complain about but a lot to be grateful for. We spend our days in and around with setting up a one day festival close by to the hostel and we were not just… read more
27 mar. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nidala)
Absolutely lovely and brilliant volunteer, thanks for the hard work with the English lessons, we definitely appreciated it. Hopefully you can make it back here. Cheers, Ben and Guy
(Excelente
)
27 mar. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Patrick)
Really great fun and hard working bloke! Patrick taught English here for a month or so and was brilliant, the students loved him. Hopefully you can make it back mate
(Excelente
)
26 mar. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Patrick) para o anfitrião
I had a fantastic few weeks here teaching English to the staff and people from the nearby village, it was veryrewarding to do something that benefits locals for a little, and take a brake from travel.
As for the hostel, it it a fantastic place to live, with super nice owners (Ben and Guy) and staff in general, also the food is a nice break from… read more
As for the hostel, it it a fantastic place to live, with super nice owners (Ben and Guy) and staff in general, also the food is a nice break from… read more
24 out. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ingvild)
We hosted Invild and Fred for a couple of weeks whilst they made a short promo video for the hostel. They worked efficiently and quickly, finishing the filming and editing in a couple of weeks. The did a beautiful job, following the instructions given and working creatively within the brief. They are kind, conscientious and hard working, a… read more
(Excelente
)
23 out. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Frederik Sand) para o anfitrião
Ingvild and I spent two weeks working at the hostel and it was just great. The work we did there was making a promo film for the hostel. At first we stayed in a tent, but were quickly moved into two comfortable rooms. The experience we had at the hostel was amazing; Ben and Guy are really nice people, the staff there was excellent (especially… read more
11 set. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (PANTELEIMON)
He came, he saw, he painted! And it was good. Thanks for the hard work Pade, you're a lovely man and your painting skills are unrivalled!
See you again.
Ben and the team
See you again.
Ben and the team
(Excelente
)
16 mar. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Xanthe ) para o anfitrião
The hostel is one of those special places you never want to leave. I should know... I ended up volunteering for 6 weeks and even after then I came back 3 more times while I was travelling around the coast.
I absolutely recommend volunteering here to anyone who enjoys beautiful surroundings, good food and of course, amazing people.
Ben, Guy,… read more
I absolutely recommend volunteering here to anyone who enjoys beautiful surroundings, good food and of course, amazing people.
Ben, Guy,… read more
10 mar. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Tim)
We had the pleasure of hosting Tim for several months at the end of 2016 / beginning of 2017 and I can safely say he is one of the hardest working volunteers we've had over the last 18 months. We initially met a while ago prior to opening and Tim got in touch just before we opened. He came to bartend when we opened, however whenever there was a… read more
(Excelente
)
7 mar. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Tim) para o anfitrião
I spent three great months here arriving two weeks before the opening. I did many jobs from being a pot washer in the morning the first few weeks to working in the bar where I spent most of my time being a bartender and loving every minute of it. I originally met Ben and
Guy almost two years ago when they first arrived and we have been great… read more
Guy almost two years ago when they first arrived and we have been great… read more
27 jan. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Stuart) para o anfitrião
This hostel is absolutely incredible. Ben and Guy are the best hostel owners I've ever met, they really treat their staff and guests to the best experience they can, the other staff are easy to get along with and there is plenty to keep you busy day to day. In your off-time, having the river right there is a great way to cool off, there are heap… read more
24 dez. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marieke) para o anfitrião
I worked almost 3 weeks there and it was a real paradise!
The place is georgeos, with the unique river, mountains and howler monkeys nearby! Ben and Guy are really hard workers and love electro pardys! So if you search a mix of great nature, nice people and hard pardys thats your place!
Lots of love,
Mary Xx
The place is georgeos, with the unique river, mountains and howler monkeys nearby! Ben and Guy are really hard workers and love electro pardys! So if you search a mix of great nature, nice people and hard pardys thats your place!
Lots of love,
Mary Xx
7 nov. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Felix ) para o anfitrião
I loved my stay at the hostel. It is a wonderful combination of rewarding work, great people and fantastic nature. Ben and Guy are very dedicated and organized but never forget to also enjoy their beautiful piece of land! I am looking forward to see how everything evolves, and I am sure that everything will work out fine, because those two are of… read more
3 nov. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Felix )
Felix came to our project for October and made our garden his own. Over the past month we've been preparing our site to open in December and Felix played a huge part in making the place look special. He always has an opinion and took many tasks on, often spotting what needed doing long before we did. He's also a fantastic positive energy and an… read more
(Excelente
)
5 nov. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gareth) para o anfitrião
Really enjoyed my month here working on Ben and Guy's amazing project. A beautiful spot in northern Colombia surrounded by nature at its purist. A very positive volunteering experience with an array of different things to help out with.
Ben and Guy's management of the many workers and volunteers was top notch, being open minded to other people's… read more
Ben and Guy's management of the many workers and volunteers was top notch, being open minded to other people's… read more
3 nov. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gareth)
Gareth joined our team last minute for the month of October and helped with carpentry and construction. He is extremely knowledgeable in these areas and was able to quicken the work process substantially, building us first bar tables then the framework for our new hammock hut. He's a good team player and good chap to have around, come back and see… read more
(Excelente
)
3 nov. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Peter & Harriet)
Peter & Harriet came through for a couple of weeks towards the end of their trip and immediately helped us renovate our first dorm. They laboriously sanded window frames, varnished chairs and generally got the place looking better. Peter also gave us a hand building our hammock hut.
Thanks for coming and getting the place sorted guys, we hope to… read more
Thanks for coming and getting the place sorted guys, we hope to… read more
(Excelente
)
3 nov. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Randy & Charlotte)
Randy worked with us for just over a month and gave us some invaluable plumbing help around the hostel, which is sometimes hard to find here in Colombia! He also mucked in with loads of other tasks such as gardening and moving a huge amount of palm! Thanks a lot Randy, come visit us soon.
Ben & Guy
Ben & Guy
(Excelente
)
3 nov. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Agustina & Luis)
Teníamos Agustina y Luis trabajando con nosotros por el mes de Octubre, y era un placer. Trabajaron duro y los ayudan con muchas cosas sobre construcción, carpintería y todo los detalles y decoraciones del hostal. Esperamos que les regresan un día, muchísimas gracias para la ayuda y la paciencia!
Ben & Guy
Ben & Guy
(Excelente
)
2 nov. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Agustina & Luis) para o anfitrião
Gracias x todos, fue muy lindo y estar allí ,/gracias a dios
17 out. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Membro Workaway) para o anfitrião
Hey ben and guy!
Had a great time there helping with the building , the stairs were a fun challange, food is great, people are great ! I spent a lot of time in Buritaca and love it....hope to come back.
Hope the bars up and running, always a good party with these mates.
Thanks for everything
Al
Had a great time there helping with the building , the stairs were a fun challange, food is great, people are great ! I spent a lot of time in Buritaca and love it....hope to come back.
Hope the bars up and running, always a good party with these mates.
Thanks for everything
Al
13 out. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Hugh)
Hugh came to give us a hand in the garden and was a valuable team member throughout his time here. We very much enjoyed his company; he constantly made us laugh and was a good energy to have around. He worked hard strimming, weeding and doing other landscaping tasks which really got us ahead in the garden before the rainy season.
Thanks again… read more
Thanks again… read more
(Excelente
)
13 out. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Christian_Hersh)
Christian was here for a few weeks and in that time became an integral part of the team. He was willing to muck in with any task, be it woodwork or gardening to moving enormous pieces of heavy palm roofing (thanks in particular for that Christian, that was some hard work!).
We look forward to welcoming him back, be it as a guest, volunteer, team… read more
We look forward to welcoming him back, be it as a guest, volunteer, team… read more
(Excelente
)
12 out. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Christian_Hersh) para o anfitrião
Guy and Ben were phenomenal hosts to me, supportive and inviting, and it was my privilege to contribute, within my limited capacities, to their project while witnessing them devoting all their time and passion to what will soon open as a Hostel. This beautiful place is surrounded by untouched nature and blessed with divinely refreshing Rio… read more
24 set. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Clemence) para o anfitrião
This was my first workaway experience and it couldn't have been any better! The hostel is definitely going to be amazing when completed and I am glad I could help bring their project to life for a few weeks.
The location is absolutely beautiful and very close to the coast! It's easy to go to places nearby like Tayrona Park, Palomino or even la… read more
The location is absolutely beautiful and very close to the coast! It's easy to go to places nearby like Tayrona Park, Palomino or even la… read more
21 set. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Clemence)
Clem stayed with us for around 3 weeks during August and September. She was extremely forthcoming with her knowledge of marketing, social media and all things online, giving us plenty of tips and advice on how to improve our website etc, which was extremely helpful - as soon as she arrived she told us straight away how she would like to use her… read more
(Excelente
)
14 set. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Emma) para o anfitrião
So much love in this hostel....don't really know how to begin this feedback..! this time at la finca de Ben and Guido, was absoluty magic ! this place that they are creating is gorgeous ! river, jungle, monkey, birds, close to the caraibe sea..what else !? We spend wonderfull time with all the volunteer here, and specialy with the two hosts !… read more
4 set. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Elina & Thomas )
Elina and Tom have been with us for a month, today is their last day and we are sad to see them go.
Tom has turned his hand to absolutely everything - dismantling and fixing our water pump, help building a watering system, you name it, Tom has knowledge of it! .
Elina has been extremely helpful - very hands on and knows exactly where she needs… read more
Tom has turned his hand to absolutely everything - dismantling and fixing our water pump, help building a watering system, you name it, Tom has knowledge of it! .
Elina has been extremely helpful - very hands on and knows exactly where she needs… read more
(Excelente
)
9 ago. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marlin & Mona Katharina)
Marlin & Mona stayed with us a fortnight, managing our kitchen and keeping the place extremely tidy. Their food was delicious and they worked very hard every day to keep our site in order - much needed! Both Marlin and Mona helped with other projects outside of work time, undertaking painting and decorating tasks, working extra hard to get their… read more
(Excelente
)
8 ago. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marlin & Mona Katharina) para o anfitrião
We spent two really nice weeks at this place and even decided to come back again. Guy and Ben are two symapthic and attentive hosts who are always trying and achieving to make everybody feel comfortable. They are willing to show how things work, but leave enough space for own projects and creativity. Besides the location is a little paradise next… read more
24 jul. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Chloe & Brendon )
Chloe and Brendon ended up extending their stay with us in order to complete their various projects before leaving. They were both very hands on and motivated, Chloe managing the kitchen and all the cleaning, going completely above and beyond, sorting things out we didn't even know needed sorting! She was absolutely excellent and we couldn't have… read more
(Excelente
)
15 jul. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Chloe & Brendon ) para o anfitrião
We did our workaway for three weeks. Brendon worked on making a treehouse and Chloe did little bits and pieces like cooking and vanishing timber.
We only met Ben briefly before he went to the U.K. and spent most of our time working with Guy and some other volunteers.
Both Ben and Guy are fantastic and are dedicated to establishing a truely great… read more
We only met Ben briefly before he went to the U.K. and spent most of our time working with Guy and some other volunteers.
Both Ben and Guy are fantastic and are dedicated to establishing a truely great… read more
24 jul. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ian)
Ian stayed for a couple of weeks, initially building us an outside shower, then moving on to the construction of a barbecue. He was extremely knowledgeable and was able to crack on with projects with very little instruction as he knew much more than we did! He is also a good man to have around if anything goes wrong - thanks for the patience with… read more
(Excelente
)
30 jun. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ku & Regairaz)
We had Kevin and Linda working with us for a couple of weeks, which was far too short. In that time Kevin completely organised our tangled electrics, installed all sorts of impressive light installations in our bar and generally tied up all of our electronics loose ends for us. He was never shy of giving his opinion and gave plenty of helpful… read more
(Excelente
)
30 jun. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Emily)
We had the pleasure of having Emily work with us for around a month. In that time she completely overhauled the kitchen and made it her own. With the help of Meike they cooked lunch for our team of volunteers and our local workers everyday, as well as making jam from our never-ending supply of mangoes.
We are a new business that is growing all… read more
We are a new business that is growing all… read more
(Excelente
)
18 jun. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Greta) para o anfitrião
Ben and Guido. What a fantastic first workaway experience!
The two of you are a great team and it is a unique and beautiful part of the world you have to set the roots for your hostel.
I loved being involved with the start up and creation. Learning new skills and exploring my own was a truly special experience.
I am excited to return and help… read more
The two of you are a great team and it is a unique and beautiful part of the world you have to set the roots for your hostel.
I loved being involved with the start up and creation. Learning new skills and exploring my own was a truly special experience.
I am excited to return and help… read more
10 jun. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Greta)
Greta ended up helping us for just under two months. In that time she designed us some fantastic light installations, designed and made us our beach cushions and helped with loads of other bits of decorative work that we wouldn't have been able to do without her. She's great fun and we would be very sad to have said goodbye, however we've been… read more
(Excelente
)
15 jun. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nick & Lauren)
Nick popped in for a chat and left 6 weeks later. During that time he was unfailingly brilliant, taking on absolutely any task given to him with complete gusto. We did hard physical work which never wore him down, then moved onto some marketing jobs which were Nick's bread and butter. He learned how to use iMovie for a crowdfunding project we are… read more
(Excelente
)
9 mai. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (LOIS & RICHARD)
Lois and Rick were with us for a few weeks over April and helped out with all sorts. Both were a great help in the garden and were very knowledgable - their enthusiasm to improve the work undertaken was a real help and they were never shy of giving positive advice and feedback. Lois mucked in with all sorts; making jam, planning and executing… read more
(Excelente
)
23 abr. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Fletcher & Genevieve)
Hard workers and very knowledgeable in a number of areas. They helped us / taught us how to build a wall and the result is excellent. We would definitely have them back!
Thanks for he graft! Ben & Guy
Thanks for he graft! Ben & Guy
(Excelente
)
8 abr. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sebastian & Jaqueline) para o anfitrião
We stayed here for (way too short) 2,5 weeks and loved pretty much everything about this place. The spot is just perfectly situated and the river in front of the door step is just nothing less than a dream. The two guys make you feel like home from the first day on and accommodate you very lovely for an easy commitment of 5h/day. They're very well… read more
4 abr. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sebastian & Jaqueline)
Sebastian and Jaqueline were with us for a couple of weeks, which turned out to not be long enough. Upon arrival they dropped their bags and immediately gave us a hand in the garden - if you're looking for hard workers then these are your guys. Both were also extremely knowledgeable on a variety of things, from permaculture and planting to film… read more
(Excelente
)
12 fev. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amanda)
Amanda is a great fun southern gal with a fantastic attitude. We set her on a whole number of odious tasks such as fixing up our electrical system and re-wiring some of our buildings, which she did with verve. She was a pleasure to be around and we were very grateful of her expertise on a number of things.
Hopefully she will be back in the… read more
Hopefully she will be back in the… read more
(Excelente
)
12 fev. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah was with us for around a month and in that time managed to teach us a fair few things about carpentry. She built us some fantastic individual hammock tables which we will be using in the hostel forever.
Sarah is great fun and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled, hard working and hands on carpenter lady extraordinaire. Great… read more
Sarah is great fun and I'd recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled, hard working and hands on carpenter lady extraordinaire. Great… read more
(Excelente
)
1 fev. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lasse)
We had Lasse working with us for a couple of months. When given a task he is very quick to get on with it and works hard. He worked especially hard in the garden with daily jobs like fruit collections, strimming and pruning, taken on under his own initiative. He is an energic person and we hope to see him back here again when we are all set up.… read more
(Excelente
)
27 jan. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lasse) para o anfitrião
A great time!
... is what you can expect if you join those crazy Brits!l
The food is good, the work is not too hard. A beautiful River, a few dogs and a lot of Fruits.
You should be up for a party-night now and then and also for Techno-music everz other day (if you do not take musik in your own hands)
I enjoyed my time a lot. Great start in… read more
... is what you can expect if you join those crazy Brits!l
The food is good, the work is not too hard. A beautiful River, a few dogs and a lot of Fruits.
You should be up for a party-night now and then and also for Techno-music everz other day (if you do not take musik in your own hands)
I enjoyed my time a lot. Great start in… read more
19 jan. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ellen) para o anfitrião
The hostel is an awesome place to work/live and I would recommend it to anyone traveling the Caribbean coast of Colombia! The guys are a ton of fun and are incredibly hard workers, which made working with them every day a good time and we accomplished loads. I had a great time there not only because I liked the people, the river, and obviously the… read more
18 jan. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ellen)
We had Ellen working with us for most of December and half of January, staying over Christmas and new year. She threw herself headfirst into any tasks given, including building us a fantastic light installation for over our dining table. She also learned about wiring in switches and was generally very helpful! She's left a load of her stuff here… read more
(Excelente
)
28 dez. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gail ) para o anfitrião
This was a awesome workaway, and I would recommend it to anyone traveling in the area! I already miss the tracktor and going for swims in the river. I'm so happy that I ended my trip off at such a great place.
Thanks for hosting me, and best of luck with getting your hostel up and running!
Gail
Thanks for hosting me, and best of luck with getting your hostel up and running!
Gail
27 dez. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gail )
We had the great pleasure of having Gail working with us for 7 weeks. She was a great help, turned her hand to everything from jam production, painting and decorating and gardening. She was also a nifty cook and is now an excellent DJ! we loved having her around.
Thanks for all the hard work.
Ben & Guy
Thanks for all the hard work.
Ben & Guy
(Excelente
)
1 dez. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Liam) para o anfitrião
Amazing place to work. The owners were very knowledgable about Colombia, the river was amazing and the views from the hill about 10 minutes from the site were extraordinary and the food was great (lots of fresh ingredients from the garden).
I'd highly recommend the workaway to anyone. Thanks Ben and Guy.
I'd highly recommend the workaway to anyone. Thanks Ben and Guy.
25 nov. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Liam)
Liam stayed with us for 6 weeks in the end and helped with all sorts, from landscape gardening to cooking. He was fantastic in the kitchen and didn't mind getting his hands dirty. He was also here during the heavy rain, which would have put a lot of people off - not Liam!
We were very grateful to have him around for such a long time; great… read more
We were very grateful to have him around for such a long time; great… read more
(Excelente
)
29 nov. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sophie) para o anfitrião
It has been a real pleasure to volunteer here and live with Ben, Guy and the other volunteers.
The location is absolutely lovely and it is difficult to say what I miss the most - the morning swim in the Rio, the delicious food, the garden full of fruit trees, or just the lay back athmosphere. Oh and did I mentioned puppies?
This workaway is… read more
The location is absolutely lovely and it is difficult to say what I miss the most - the morning swim in the Rio, the delicious food, the garden full of fruit trees, or just the lay back athmosphere. Oh and did I mentioned puppies?
This workaway is… read more
25 nov. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie stayed with us for just 2 short weeks, but in that time managed to paint a beautiful mural on one of our buildings and even design our logo.
She was also great in the kitchen and worked extremely hard to get her painting finished, thank you so much Sophie, it looks brilliant.
We hope to see you again.
Much love from Ben & Guy
She was also great in the kitchen and worked extremely hard to get her painting finished, thank you so much Sophie, it looks brilliant.
We hope to see you again.
Much love from Ben & Guy
(Excelente
)
17 nov. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Tey-Marie & Emma)
Thank you so much for your kind review. The pleasure was all mine!
You were both excellent workers and excellent company. I cannot recommend you enough or be more grateful for your stay.
It was a difficult time at the finca due to adverse weather, power cuts, limited cooking and washing facilities and the fact that I had to go out for the… read more
You were both excellent workers and excellent company. I cannot recommend you enough or be more grateful for your stay.
It was a difficult time at the finca due to adverse weather, power cuts, limited cooking and washing facilities and the fact that I had to go out for the… read more
(Excelente
)
27 out. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Tey-Marie & Emma) para o anfitrião
After a year of traveling Latin America, and 14 other workaway experiences, we are so happy we got to end our volunteering experience here. The property is absolutely beautifully, located right next to the Buritaca river (which makes for an amazing cool down after or during work). Buritaca itself is located between Tayrona National Park and… read more
