Guest House Kalavan Village, Armenia

4.5
(16 reviews)16

Help with Building and Decorating at the Kalavan Retreat Center

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
14 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
13 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
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.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

I'm Gregory, an American author and international traveler who has established a personal development retreat center in Kalavan village in the Gegharkunik province of Armenia, located less than an hour from Dilijan and Ijevan. Our focus is now on building an international community model for extended stays from locals and foreigners alike who seek the freedom to live as they want.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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16 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 14 Get in touch with nature
  • 13 Meeting international travelers
  • 11 Meeting locals
  • 10 Practicing English
  • 8 Developing environmental awareness
  • 6 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 3 1. No poverty
  • 3 4. Quality education
Javi

Chile

5

Thank you so much for everything. I had an enjoyable experience at Kalaban alongside Amir—from whom I learned a lot about construction and who made my stay very pleasant—as well as Ely, a lovely woman (thank you for your warmth), and Gregory and his books. It was fun living alongside the other international volunteers and the animals—dogs, cats, ducks, rabbits, and spiders. I really appreciated the way things were organized and the freedom regarding meals. There were beautiful nature walks nearby, especially along the river. I highly recommend it. Best of luck with all your projects.

about 2 months ago

Diego Alejandro

Chile

5

I really enjoyed my time in the guest house. The work with Amir was interesting and rewarding, and he even taught me how to weld, which was a great experience. The surrounding nature is beautiful, and the atmosphere in the house was very good, with delicious food. Thank you for everything!

about 2 months ago

Rebecca

Russia

5

It was a wonderful experience. The conditions were excellent; there was a wide variety of food available, and I could cook whatever I wanted. The host was very kind and polite. I learned how to grow plants , sift sand and care for cats, rabbits, ducks, and a dog. There was a welcoming atmosphere in the house. I also met some really great people—fellow volunteers.

3 months ago

Kaitlin

United States

5

I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to live and volunteer at the guest house. Gregory, Amir, and Eli are the best! The house is located in a very rural but beautiful part of Armenia and the work is very fair. Come with an open mind and willingness to contribute and you'll have a very impactful experience :)

3 months ago

Claudio

Argentina

5

I had a really good time at the guest house. Gregory is a very generous host. Amir and Ely are nice people to live and work with. It's a perfect place to connect with nature. The surrounding landscapes are amazing. I highly recommend this experience. Keep in mind that the location is very remote and although the food is always enough, sometimes there is a lacking of some specific products for a few days.

5 months ago

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