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Artists, painters, illustrators, designers, craft enthusiasts, photographers, art students, and self-taught creatives are welcome. We appreciate open-minded people who respect nature, enjoy working with their hands, and are happy to collaborate.
Bring your ideas, share your skills, and explore your creativity in a natural environment.
18 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
3 days off per week
Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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 Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.
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.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Fluent English or Beginner Italian
Between 18 and 40 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Be from outside India
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Create Art Inspired by Nature at Ṛtavan 🌿
Ṛtavan is a living forest campus in Canacona, South Goa, where nature, creativity, mindful living, and community come together.
We welcome creative travellers who would love to contribute their artistic talents to our space. Whether you enjoy painting, drawing, illustration, murals, crafts, photography, or creative installations, this is an opportunity to bring your ideas to life in a beautiful forest setting.
Our vision is to create a space where art and nature exist in harmony, inspired by the surrounding landscape and natural materials.
What you can contribute
- Create nature-inspired paintings, murals, and artistic details around the property.
- Design installations using natural and locally available materials.
- Make handmade decorations and visual elements for shared spaces.
- Explore eco-art, upcycling, and sustainable crafts.
- Help enhance our café, yoga spaces, and forest pathways through art.
- Share creative ideas that reflect the spirit of Ṛtavan.
We welcome different artistic styles and fresh perspectives. You don't need to be a professional artist; curiosity, creativity, initiative, and a willingness to contribute are what matter most.
Life at Ṛtavan
Spend your days surrounded by trees, fresh air, and the rhythms of nature. Experience the slower pace of South Goa, connect with fellow travellers, and contribute to a project that values ecological awareness, creativity, and conscious living.
We believe meaningful spaces evolve through the people who contribute to them. Your artistic expression can become part of the evolving identity of our forest campus.
Who can join?
Artists, painters, illustrators, designers, craft enthusiasts, photographers, art students, and self-taught creatives are welcome. We appreciate open-minded people who respect nature, enjoy working with their hands, and are happy to collaborate.
Bring your ideas, share your skills, and explore your creativity in a natural environment.
Come with your creativity. Leave a little of it in the forest.
Daily Activities
As an Arts & Creative Volunteer at Ṛtavan, you will help bring creativity into our living forest campus through artistic projects inspired by nature.
Your activities may include:
- Painting murals and creating artistic details around the property.
- Making nature-inspired art, crafts, and installations.
- Using natural or recycled materials for creative projects.
- Designing decorations and visual elements for our café and yoga spaces.
- Exploring ideas to make forest pathways and common areas more beautiful.
- Brainstorming, planning, and collaborating on creative projects with the team.
- Keeping your workspace clean and organizing art materials after each session.
Activities will depend on your skills, interests, ongoing projects, and the needs of the campus. We encourage volunteers to share their own ideas and artistic approaches.
Daily Shifts
Volunteers will generally contribute around 4–5 hours per day, 5 days a week, with the schedule agreed upon in advance.
A typical day may include:
- Morning: Creative work, painting, sketching, or outdoor installations.
- Midday: Break and personal time.
- Afternoon: Continue artistic projects, work on designs, or organize materials.
The exact timings are flexible and may vary depending on weather conditions, project requirements, and the type of artwork being created.
We value a relaxed, collaborative environment where volunteers have time to explore the surroundings, connect with nature, and enjoy their experience in South Goa.
We ask volunteers to be responsible, respectful of the property, and committed to completing the creative projects they agree to undertake.
House Rules at Ṛtavan 🌿
We want Ṛtavan to be a peaceful, respectful, and welcoming space for everyone. By joining us, volunteers agree to the following guidelines:
1. Respect Nature: Treat the forest, trees, plants, wildlife, and natural surroundings with care. Avoid littering or damaging the environment.
2. Respect the Community: Be kind, considerate, and respectful towards the team, fellow volunteers, guests, and local community.
3. Commitment to Projects: Honour your agreed working hours, communicate openly, and complete the creative tasks you commit to.
4. Care for Art Materials: Use paints, tools, equipment, and other materials responsibly. Clean and return everything to its proper place after use.
5. Sustainable Practices: Whenever possible, minimize waste and use materials thoughtfully. Do not cut plants or collect natural materials without permission.
6. Quiet and Peaceful Environment: Respect the peaceful atmosphere of the campus, particularly around yoga spaces and areas used for meditation or rest.
7. Cleanliness: Keep your accommodation, shared spaces, and work areas clean and tidy.
8. Personal Belongings: Take responsibility for your own valuables and respect the belongings of others.
9. Alcohol and Substances: Follow the host's agreed policy regarding alcohol and prohibited substances, and never engage in behaviour that compromises anyone's safety or comfort.
10. Safety First: Use tools, paints, ladders, and other equipment carefully. Ask for guidance before undertaking unfamiliar or potentially hazardous work.
11. Communication: Inform the host in advance about schedule changes, absences, or any concerns. Open and honest communication helps everyone have a positive experience.
12. Shared Responsibility: Be mindful of water, electricity, and other shared resources.
We believe in mutual respect, simplicity, and living harmoniously with nature. By respecting these guidelines, we can create a meaningful and enjoyable experience together.
Thank you for being part of Ṛtavan.
