Hostel Badulla, Sri Lanka

4.5
(7 reviews)7

Social Host & Guest Experience Volunteer Beyond Nomad Hostel

Connect with international travelers
6 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
5 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Teaching Sports
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Tour Guide
Organize and lead tours around the city.
Party Promoter
Help organise and promote parties and social activities.
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What you get

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks
Stay up to
5 weeks

The Experience

We need one proactive Social Host to bring guests together and organize daily Linkups, games, tours and social activities. You’ll connect with guests at breakfast, help form groups, manage activity interest and create a fun atmosphere. We need someone independent who takes initiative without daily reminders. 5–6 hours/day, 1 day off weekly. Private room, private bathroom, Wi-Fi and breakfast included. Minimum 3 weeks, maximum 8 weeks.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English or Fluent German
  • Between 19 and 40 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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7 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 6 Meeting international travelers
  • 5 Get in touch with nature
  • 5 Meeting locals
  • 2 Developing social awareness
  • 2 Practicing English
  • 2 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 5 6. Clean water and sanitation
  • 3 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 3 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Afroditi

Greece

5

My stay at the hostel was amazing! I truly enjoyed it. The mountain views are something that's gonna have a part in my heart 🤍. Very clean and well maintained hostel with curtains, light, small shelf on every bed. Chill and easy vibe but also friendly to socialise and meet people. I loved teaching mornings vinyasa classes on the rooftop! The breakfast was also incredible!

7 months ago


Sithara replied

Hi AFRODITI
we want to say a big thank you to you. You helped us a lot during your time here and you brought such a positive energy to the hostel. The morning vinyasa yoga classes on the rooftop were really special, and our guests loved them. You helped create a very nice and happy feeling for everyone.

We truly appreciate your kindness, your work, and the good spirit you shared with our hostel family.

Elodie

France

5

Sithara and her family were exceptional to me, everyone is very kind and there to support you in your volunteer work. Everything went very well for me and I will definitely be returning to this hostel soon.
I really enjoyed the setting and the work, it's very easy to meet other travellers and Ella is a very nice town with lots to do.
Sithara gave me all the best tips, listened to my ideas (activities, games, parties) and supported me in every way.
I can only recommend this hostel! It was my first volunteering experience and I have absolutely no regrets! A big thank you to them.

7 months ago


Sithara replied

Hi 😊

Thank you so much for your kind words. It really means a lot to us. We are very happy that you enjoyed your time with us and that your first volunteering experience was a good one.

Also, thank you for all the support and positive energy you gave to our hostel. Your help with activities, games, and creating a nice atmosphere for travelers was really appreciated.

You will always be welcome here, and we would be very happy to see you again in the future.

Rachel

Ireland

5

Beautiful hostel with amazing views and close to Ella town, I had 2 yoga classes a day however sometimes no one came. The rooms are nice and have a privacy curtain, I think I came on a week where there were some problems with bookings and unfortunately the host had some health problems so I didn't really speak much to the staff , they were lovely and friendly when I did but there wasn't much communication and it was unclear what I was supposed to get in exchange eg I only got bed and breakfast, no dinner or laundry free, however I still loved my time here:)

over 1 year ago


Sithara replied

thank you soo much for your help and service Rachel. you are such a good person we got. everything was perfect when are you at the hostel. sorry for our mistake's via communication. its will never happened again.. for anyone else.. we would like if you visit someday again our hostel.. so have great time and good luck with your feature works..

Viktoria

Germany

5

This was my first volunteering experience and I could have not asked for a better one! The atmosphere in the hostel is very comfy and social and Sithara, his family and the boys made me feel like home from the beginning! I mainly worked at the reception and was there for the guests :) The working hours were quite flexible and there was also enough time to explore Ella and the surroundings. Sithara was always available over phone whenever I needed something and everyone took good care of me. And not to forget: the views are amazing!

over 1 year ago


Sithara replied

hey Viki. sorry for getting late to written something about you. people need to know. you are the best person we met Giada. you are so kind and all are flexible to do. no any hard works for us. you looks about the reception and the breakfast our hostel. that part you did very big work for us.. thank you soo much for everything... we are looking forward to seen you again another time. thanks for every helps you did for our hostel.. you are always part of the our family...
have a beautiful time.

Giada

Switzerland

5

I had a wonderful experience during my stay! The host was always available and ready to help with anything I needed. The whole family was kind and welcoming, making me feel at home from the very beginning. They supported me whenever I needed assistance and never made me feel like a burden. Communication is key, and I truly appreciated how open and helpful the host was throughout my stay. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm and supportive environment! On top of that, the location is amazing!

over 1 year ago

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