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Estonia
The atmosphere there is indescribably warm and welcomed. You can be part of the projects you are most interested in and your suggestions and thoughts are listened. All your troubles are blown away from your mind when staying and working there.
5 months ago
We had a very pleasant time with Juuli! She was very motivated and open. She always completed the work with confidence and helped create a positive work environment. She is always welcome. :)
Italy
My experience was very positive. It's a perfect place to explore mountains, waterfalls, trails and nearby villages. The refuge is rustic, with cabins and a shared dorm, and hygiene could be improved, but you embrace a simple lifestyle with outdoor bathrooms and insects. Work hours (9–13) are respected, and tasks range from cooking and cleaning to gardening and painting. I really appreciate Boris's philosophy, although sometimes his ideas feel too radical and his words too harsh. The strongest part was the family atmosphere, which Jesus helped create in a truly decisive way.
3 months ago
Hungary
The hostel is a great place to stay if you're looking for a remote location in the mountains and want to get away from the city. The host is also friendly, but we had small disagreements about what we can do for work in his property. Eventually, we solved those, so overall it was okay. I would recommend to check who else is coming to work here and plan to travel together with fellow volunteers because its better to work here as a group.
3 months ago
There were very positive days with Debora. The place, the people who are still here, and I miss them. I enjoyed having her here. She is always welcome to come back.
Hungary
Overall I had a nice experience and learned a lot while helping build the room outside. The work itself was fair and easy. During my stay, we had many discussions about controversial topics. Boris likes to share his opinions, which often differed from the rest of the group, and these conversations can be mentally draining at times. Best if you enjoy debating different opinions. Sometimes he also got frustrated over small things, like dishes not being washed immediately. I still appreciate the experience, but I think a more relaxed atmosphere would make it even better.
3 months ago
Marcy helped me a lot with the construction. I am very grateful for this, because many volunteers know how to use a hammer or a drill. Privet is very easy to live with and has no great pretensions.
Germany
The hostel and surroundings are beautiful.It is remote,but there is a supermarket nearby.It is a great place to meet many different people.The work is varied,and if there is something heavy to carry,we take a break together afterwards.However,the host expects volunteers to continue contributing to projects after work and not withdraw much.He wants volunteers who bring a lot of energy in the morning.He is very honest and enthusiastic in his criticism and may project past experiences onto you,which you need to handle well. Volunteers cooked and washed up.The rooms are nice,the Host is generous.
3 months ago
It was very nice to be with Louisa. Especially when the group with the others worked so well.
Hungary
It is a nice place to stay at, very beautiful. You can easily connect with nature and the local people and spanish culture. If you want a peaceful and quiet stay combined with adventure, in a mountain area where you can really contribute to, and help a place out (physical work also), while meeting fellow travelers from around the world, this one is for you.
4 months ago
United States
The hostel and the parts of the alpujarra i was lucky enough to see are truly breathtaking and beautiful. the hostel is nestled right in the mountains and the property is lovely. that being said, the way the host treats his volunteers is not great. the work schedule is unclear, the host is easily angered and does not show the worldpackers he hosts respect. i had a lovely time with the other volunteers while i was there, but the experience was unfortunately tainted by the host.
4 months ago
I am sorry, Bryn didn,t show any iinterest to work. I am not a therapy place. The work schedule was clear, and what you can do. But I am not a motivation coach.Bryn and Sofie only sat on their mobil phones all time.
Peru
My experience at the hostel was very good; I learned a lot from Boris, who was kind enough to teach me the construction tasks. I was able to share with the other volunteers and with Jesús, who cared that our stay would be the best possible. Boris has a life philosophy that is respected and he likes to debate ideas. It was my first volunteer experience with worldpackers and I learned a lot about a sustainable lifestyle. Grateful to Boris, Jesus and the other volunteers for making the experience unforgettable. See you soon
2 months ago
Mexico
Have an incredible time at the hostel; you must be a person who respects the different ways of living and/or personalities; if you can do that, everything will be fine - there are so many positive things you can take for your life; pitres and the rest of the villages of La Alpujarra are very beautiful; The place is very beautiful and I had a very nice time with the other volunteers and the host, the place is not as luxurious as mentioned in the description and you should actively participate in the morning activities. It is a place that invites you to connect with nature and with other people. Thanks Boris
3 months ago
Spain
Hello, I'm Sofía, Javier's partner, and I wanted to share my experience on this site.
The owner is an unpleasant person to communicate with since you have to agree with him; if not, he goes against you. The working hours and days off are not respected; he wants you to be available 24/7 and doesn't let you enjoy your free time as you please.
With women he's disrespectful, as he oversteps; with another volunteer, when she said goodbye to her, we could see the others how he touched her butt.
As a woman I wouldn't recommend it to another. The only good thing are the volunteers, especially Jesús, wonderful!
2 months ago
Javier has done almost nothing. If anything, he always had to listen to very loud negative music. He has publicly used drugs and also always defended drug use. Children also come to me. So that is not acceptable at all. He showed no interest in the place whatsoever. He never cooked, but always ate. He always gave orders. Sofia is Javier's girlfriend. Very nice and also hardworking. But what mattered was only him. Why is someone like that being admitted to Worldpackers?
