Non-Profit Project La Gomera, Spain

4.5
(23 reviews)23

Enjoying time with animals in paradise in Spain!

Help a sustainable project
17 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
17 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
16 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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Pet Sitting
Taking care of and looking after pets.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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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.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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
2 weeks

The Experience

We need volunteers who love animals. We are the only animal shelter on the island, a nonprofit organization that is gradually growing and, as such, welcoming more animals in need. The duties of new volunteers will be basic support tasks at the shelter, such as cleaning, walking, caring for our animals, and spending time with them.

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Requirements

  • Beginner Spanish or Beginner German
  • Over 24 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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23 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Non Profit Project

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 17 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 14 Immersing in the local culture
  • 13 Creating true social impact
  • 11 Developing social awareness
  • 8 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 15 15. Life on land
  • 13 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 7 10. Reduced inequalities
Lisa

Germany

4

Interesting exp. with ups and downs. (: Shelter is in a beautiful nature, you can enjoy it with walking dogs everyday, cycling, walking and explore the La Gomera. You got a small cozy container with a cozy bed. It's directly on the place where all the dogs and cats live - you are everytime surrounded by loud noise and smell. The hygienic conditions pushed me to my limits tbh - there is no bathroom without dogs/pi/ka. Shower is dogshower, bathroom and kitchen only usable after cleaning. Team is very nice, welcoming, tolerant (exept for 1 passive aggressive girl). 🙏🏼🌻 Work was very easy.

9 months ago

Filiz-Alica

Germany

5

My time at Pro Animal was truly incredible! You receive so much love from the animals, and the people on-site welcome you as if you've always been part of their family. You learn a lot about the animals and how to care for them. So,if you want to do something genuinely good, this is the perfect place to be. You should be aware that working with animals always comes with certain smells, noise & dirt. The container accommodation is quite minimalist - but with a bit of creativity, you can make it cozy and really enjoy your stay. I'm deeply thankful to everyone there for six wonderful weeks <3

11 months ago

Alexandra

United Kingdom

5

My experience was amazing and I recommend the project 100%! The. team were very welcoming and helpful to me and their dedication to the animals is clear. The animals were wonderful to be around and I learned a lot. I agree with other reviews that it's like a big family and I loved being part of it.There's a lot of freedom for volunteers because the work is done in the morning, leaving afternoons free. La the project is stunningly beautiful and the sun always shines. Laura, Luis, Patri, Ale, Carolina, Ferne - thank you for your help (particularly with my Spanish!) and for all the laughs. Volveré!

over 1 year ago

Magdalena

Austria

5

I could learn a lot during my two months at the project and it was a really nice experience! I loved working with the cats and taking care of them. Also my tasks were really diverse which was great, for example cleaning the rooms, bathing the cats, painting, preparing food and medication but also going for a walk with a dog or sometimes to the vet. (If you're more of a dog-person, you can choose to work more with them) Also everyone from the team was super friendly and helpful, thank u for everything:) I'd recommend this opportunity to every animal-lover!

almost 3 years ago

Katharina

Austria

5

My volunteering experience at Pro Animal in La the project was just wonderful! The whole team is very welcoming and happy to help you. The tasks are quite easy and they give you a lot of freedom when you want to work which was amazing. You have more than enough time to explore the island. The only thing which I think is important to know, is that your Spanish should be on a good level to enjoy this experience even more. But even for me with very basic Spanish knowledge it was an overall amazing experience and I will defenitely come back at some point :)

over 3 years ago

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