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Casa Hyka
You like nature, animals, having a mountain and river landscape, you want to work in the field using your hands but at the same time your creativity and skills; you don't mind being a little away from town, you enjoy climbing (rocks nearby).
The best we can do, as if they were part of the family.
Alan is a technology teacher, I, Daisy, work for a forest conservation foundation. Four days a week I am more or less available to help with the tasks, and Alan is available in the afternoons and on weekends.
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About the experience in: Macheta, Colombia
Colombia
The first thing: it wasn't what I expected. In addition to the tasks I would contribute as a volunteer, the host wanted me to perform domestic chores, such as washing her clothes, tidying up her room, washing her rugs, and organizing her house in detail. This was asked of me alone and not of the other volunteers. Honestly, very disappointing and it teaches me that not everyone has a collaborative and volunteering mindset. After taking care of her house in detail, we decided not to continue with the volunteer work. We had to take care of our transportation and walk. :(
about 2 months ago
Daisy replied
Indeed, I exceptionally requested assistance with cleaning, something I explained before her arrival: normally I don't ask for it, but this week there would be no help and she would be alone for a week. When she indicated that she didn't feel comfortable cleaning the room, I told her there was no problem. I explained that she could do everything little by little. The volunteers always help keep the common areas pleasant. Finally, I tried to arrange a taxi for her so she wouldn't have to walk, but she decided to leave quickly at 7:30am.
About the experience in: Macheta, Colombia
Uruguay
I completely recommend Casa Hika! The location is unbeatable, it's surrounded by nature, which invites you to connect with yourself and enjoy the surroundings! It has absolutely all the amenities! The tasks are varied and very creative! Daisy and Alan are incredibly kind and attentive!🫶🏻 Luna, Pandy, and the new member Tazmania make it the dream in the country cottage🙌🏻
7 months ago
About the experience in: Macheta, Colombia
Uruguay
The experience at the house was very wonderful! The place and the house are beautiful, nature invites you to connect, expand and have moments for yourself! We did a bunch of fun outings with Daisy and Alan, we visited wonderful places. The tasks are maintenance tasks, attending guests and taking care of animals. I recommend this experience 🦋🌊🤍
7 months ago
About the experience in: Macheta, Colombia
Argentina
Daisy was extremely kind at all times, I spent a month where the experience was comforting, the connection with the animals, the vegetation, all the spaces of the farm, together with tasks that were very interesting, to create, use my hands and become proactive. Time flew by!\nThank you for the opportunity, and highly recommended for those who are thinking about doing it.
8 months ago
About the experience in: Macheta, Colombia
Mexico
Casa hika. Positive impact on my life, Daysy and Alan, the best hosts; they welcomed me with open arms into their home and I learned a lot about plants, animals, sustainable care, 100 percent I recommend this experience…. Luna, wiska, pandy, gallinetas, muñeco I carry all of them in my heart. Excellent volunteering to disconnect from the world and connect with yourself.
11 months ago