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The experience
Finca el PƩndulo is a community space in nature focused on well-being, connection, and personal growth. Help with caring for the horses, maintenance of the gardens, and greenhouse work under permaculture principles. Actively participate in caring for the surroundings and the natural life of the farm.
What you offer
30 hours of help per week
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
What you get
1 day off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
Weāll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
Weāll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Yoga classes:
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Dance classes:
Take free dance classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies:
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Fluent Spanish or Beginner English
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
This program focuses on direct connection with nature and the rhythms of the space. You will be part of caring for the animals and maintaining gardens and the greenhouse, understanding that each task sustains the balance of the place. It is a practical experience where learning happens by doing, developing patience, consistency, and presence in physical activities.
Activities & Shift
5 hours a day, 6 days a week
Horse care
Garden maintenance
Work in the greenhouse (sowing, cultivating, maintaining)
Outdoor physical activities
Shifts mainly in the morning
Rules
No alcohol consumption
No smoking in guest common areas
Respect for animals and nature
Maintain a respectful and community-oriented environment
Participation in osoji (community cleaning)