Hostel Bacalar, Mexico

4.5
(63 reviews)63

Social Host - MAKE PEOPLE FEEL A PART OF THE YAK

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
49 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English
33 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
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Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We’re looking for a Social Host who naturally notices when a new guest walks into the common areas and makes them feel welcome. Your role is to be present, aware, and proactive: approach guests, introduce them to others, and help them feel part of the Yak community. You’ll invite guests to our daily activities, explain what’s happening at the hostel, share information about tours, and actively promote the experiences we offer.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
  • Between 18 and 38 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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63 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 49 Meeting international travelers
  • 33 Practicing English
  • 28 Practicing Spanish
  • 25 Immersing in the local culture
  • 23 Get in touch with nature
  • 23 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 11 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 6 5. Gender equality
  • 3 13. Climate action
Andres Camilo

Colombia

5

Volunteering at The Yak was an amazing and meaningful experience. I learned a lot, improved my English by speaking with travelers every day, enjoyed several sailing tours, and swam in the beautiful Bacalar lagoon every day.
Javi and Joselyn, the Activities Team Leaders, are amazing people, and the bond between volunteers and staff makes the experience even more special. I made great friends, created unforgettable memories, and grew a lot as a person. The Yak definitely left a mark on my life!

2 months ago

Jose Antonio

Mexico

5

One of the best experiences of my life! Bacalar is beautiful, and I met amazing people from all over the world. Joss and Javi were always kind and supportive. The activities are fun and tourist-oriented, so a good level of English is helpful. The food and accommodation were good, and there is always something to do at night. I would definitely volunteer here again :)

4 months ago

Carlos Abdiel

Mexico

5

If you want to travel, be in touch with nature, get new friends and relax from your routine this is your place. Volunteering at the hostel was an outstanding experience. I highly recommend it.

6 months ago

Eduardo

Mexico

5

I've done a couple volunteerings now and I can say that the hostel is the best hostel I've ever been. Doing your "work" is fun, as its just the daily activities. Bacalar is a beautiful place, my favorite in Mexico, as a Mexican. There is nothing like Bacalar's lagoon, is like therapy to swim in it or in the cenotes around the lagoon. The only bad thing about the volunteering is the staff house, which is dirty most of time. I spent months here, and the staff started being like a second family for me, it was sad to leave. I also met many travelers and improved my english. I had so much fun:)

about 1 year ago

Fernanda

Brazil

5

Amazing experience. The month i have spended there passed so fast. It was my first volunteering and this experience made me want to do it again and again. Bacalar is also an amazing place. There isn't another lagoon in the world like that. Super recommend it.

about 1 year ago

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