Ecological Reserve Homún, Mexico

4.5
(26 reviews)26

Help us loving and taking care to our animals in the Sanctuary

Help a sustainable project
24 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
23 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
19 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

US$ 9

Per day

Fee pays for

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Description

We greatly appreciate your collaboration for meals. We usually receive 9 USD per day per person; however, we like to reach fair agreements for both parties.

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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.
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.
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.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

Comprehensive care for horses and other animals at the Sanctuary. Cleaning and organizing of spaces. Raking of areas. Arrangement of wood shavings. Comprehensive care for everything related to the animals at the place, as well as cleaning of spaces and garbage collection. Cleaning of common areas such as bathrooms, kitchen, etc. Digital collaboration by enriching our social networks and website. Promotion of the site and our day-to-day work. Self-sustaining.

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Requirements

  • Beginner Spanish or Beginner English
  • Between 21 and 70 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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26 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Ecological Reserve

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 23 Get in touch with nature
  • 19 Meeting locals
  • 19 Developing environmental awareness
  • 17 Learning about sustainability
  • 17 Immersing in the local culture
  • 11 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 19 15. Life on land
  • 18 3. Good health and well-being
  • 14 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 3 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 2 17. Partnerships for the goals
Mattia

Italy

5

The reserve Sanctuary is for real a magical place. I came here to help, but I ended up being helped too. ❤️ Being around the horses all the time really helps you open your heart and connect with yourself. Lilian really knows how to read your soul and give you the space to open yourself, while also being a really interesting, lovely and easy-going person. And of course, the dogs and cats (and the frog) fill the house and every day with so much life and joy. In the end, this was the experience I needed, at exactly the right time and space. I'm really grateful for it. Highly recommend!!🌻

21 days ago

Samantha

United States

5

My experience at Tsiiminoob was wonderful. We had many great conversations and I learned so much about plant medicine among many other things. Although the main focus is on the horses, I had the pleasure of caring for her 4 lovely dogs while I was there. Lilian is the kind of person who meets you where you're at, without any judgement, and appreciates and encourages you to do things around the reserve that you are interested in. The love she has for all beings has inspired me greatly.

3 months ago

Julia

United States

5

There is lots of freedom here. Lilian is a fantastic host who respects the gifts, liberty and interests of the individual. It was a great place for me to disconnect from the fast paced demands of the outside world (or even myself) and re-discover myself where I am. The pace of life is slow. She takes marvelous care of the animals with lots of heart. I feel immense gratitude for the exchange here in this beautiful sanctuary and what I leave with. It can get quite hot and humid in the summertime.

3 months ago


Lilian replied

Thanks to you, Julia, for your trust and wisdom! A big, big hug and may everything go wonderfully wherever you go! 💕

Malaysia

United States

3

I actually had a good time at first, until things changed. I came ready to help and support the project, but eventually felt uncomfortable and unsupported. I was bitten by a horse, had unexpected changes to sleeping arrangements, and felt my safety concerns were dismissed. I also believe personal and financial information should remain private. I appreciate what I learned, but ultimately this placement wasn't the right fit for me.

3 months ago

Eyob

United Kingdom

4

Beautiful location immersed in nature and away from city life. Life is very simple here,may have occasional problems with water and electricity are however Lilian has made a beautiful home and this is part of living in nature. She is a great host

5 months ago


Lilian replied

Hey! Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you've been here and enjoy this different kind of living... I know... In the jungle things are beautiful but a little rough... Always working on that and advancing step by step, it's also a great opportunity of knowing special and beautiful people as you and Flossie 😊 😘

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