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New Zealand
Torridon Estate was my first volunteer experience so I don't have much to compare my experience with but I think overall the experience was great. The loch and hills are stunning.
The tasks required were straight forward, simple and I never worked more than the agreed hours.
Some things to note if you are going to volunteer here:
- the loch is pretty remote. You will love it if you like hiking and nature. There is not much else.
-If you don't have your own transport you will be essentially 'stuck' in the village.
-its mostly housekeeping, very little to no maintenance.
about 1 month ago
Germany
As a first time volunteer I can highly recommend going to Torridon. The sense of community is really strong -- even as a solo-traveller one never gets lonely. Our teamleader Jorge made sure that everybody could work on the tasks that suited them best and always had an open ear for us, when there was a problem. Additionally, the landscape around the estate truly is breathtaking. Due to its remote location, I really felt like I could just disconnect from the stress of everyday life. Torridon is definitely a great place to get to know the highlands and a place that felt like home away from home!
about 1 month ago
Australia
Torridon was my first worldpackers experience and it was made so special by the team leader Jorge and the other volunteers. The work is fair, and the hours are respected. Torridon estate itself is absolutely stunning, there are some nice hikes or walking trails nearby. Just note that it is very isolated so most of the time is spent at the estate.
I feel like I have made lifelong friends with Jorge and everyone else I met along the way here, I would highly recommend
about 1 month ago
Australia
As our first Worldpackers experience Torridon set the bar high! We met a lot of amazing volunteers, were able to immerse ourselves in the community there and enjoyed the peace of the Highlands. The tasks were very reasonable and hours were respected. Jorge the team leader made our experience as special as could be, kept the vibes of the house strong and was a great leader and communicator. It's a truly special place.
about 1 month ago
France
Torridon was my very first volunteering experience, and I couldn't have asked for a better start. I felt welcome and supported from day one. We had an amazing team leader, Jorge, who made everyone feel comfortable and involved. The tasks were varied and interesting, and the surroundings were absolutely breathtaking. I'm so grateful for this experience and all the memories made. I would definitely recommend Torridon to future volunteers!
A huge thank you to Felix and Sarah for their warm welcome !
about 1 month ago
Poland
I had a such an amazing time at Torridon Estate. it was a pleasure to be there and meet all of the wonderful people, Jorge is a brilliant manager, really friendly guy with such a nice sense of humour, if you need you can always turn to him for help. The tasks were very straightforward to complete and clearly explained. The surrounding area is magical, just like the place itself; if you need to relax and reconnect with nature, this is the perfect place for you. I'd recommend this place for everyone, if you're open to meet new people and explore beautiful areas, go there!
about 2 months ago
Australia
Torridon is an amazing place to volunteer to meet other travellers, explore nature and to get creative.
The tasks were easy and hours were respected. We had a mix of housekeeping, deep cleaning, laundry and cooking breakfast for guests.
The team leader Jorge was amazing! He made everyone feel welcome, included and kept everything fun and fair.
2 months ago
Netherlands
Torridon was my first worldpackers experience, and I enjoyed it so much. This place quickly became so special to me, surrounded by nature and amazing people! Because it's quite a remote place, I formed really special connections with the other volunteers. The tasks were very clear and easy to follow. In your free time, there are so many great things to do such as hiking, swim in the loch/waterfall or go see the horses! Jorge is absolutely incredible at managing the team and keeping the group vibe positive. He always made sure everyone was doing okay.
2 months ago
Australia
I really enjoyed my stay at the host, the location is beautiful, the living conditions are honestly some of the best I've experienced for a volunteer position and the tasks are all fairly easy. I've made friends for life here which I attribute to the amazing people I met but also the environment that helped us to foster such strong connections. I strongly recommend the host as a place to volunteer!
3 months ago
Mexico
The host truly is a magical place. It inspires creativity, cultural exchange, and the enjoyment of the incredible landscapes of the Highlands. Everyone I met was open-minded, curious, and very responsible. I feel we shared a mindset around the value of handmade work and a love for nature. So, if you're into art and horses, this is definitely the place for you! I'm grateful to the family for welcoming me into their home and allowing us to experience their music. And a special thank you to Jorge, for trusting my work and always taking his team's preferences into consideration.
3 months ago
Many worldpackers have been applying to this position recently. The host will probably not be able to respond to all of the applications, so we recommend that you also apply to other hosts in our community and not just this one :)
