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As a volunteer in our project, we need help 1-2 hours a day doing light housekeeping and helping with reception. The wages earned cover your cost of accommodation and the rest of the day is yours to explore! Visit nearby Pancake Rocks and harvest some mussels for dinner. Tramp along the Great Paparoa Walk, kayak the Porarari River, and gaze at glow worms among friends. Make the beautiful west coast of New Zealand your home for a few weeks!
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Canada
Everyone here is so friendly! The work is easy and only takes about 30 minutes to an hour. It is remote but I found it to be peaceful. There are so amazing walks and the views are incredible!
about 1 month ago
Germany
My time at the lodge was wonderful! I was there during the winter season, which meant there were hardly any guests and therefore very little work. As a result, it was very peaceful and relaxing, and I had almost the entire day off. Everyone was lovely, and the accommodation was very cozy in the evenings with a fireplace. I would recommend this project to anyone who enjoys being in nature and appreciates the tranquility of the rainforest!
about 2 months ago
Canada
My time in Punakaiki was great! Work was as expected, wasn't so busy as it is low season but that left me with lots of free time to enjoy the area. James and Andrea were great hosts, easy to talk and get along with. The area itself is super quiet and in the middle of nature, I probably heard more birds than people, which I enjoyed. The beach and sunset spot is a short walk away too. Overall really enjoyable experience and I hope to return in high season!
2 months ago
United States
I had a great time in Punakaiki! James and Andrea are super welcoming and even took us on little walks and adventures some of the days! The beach is just a 5 minute walk and feels almost private during the winter months because the town is super quiet. If you do come in winter, be prepared for slower and quieter days but if you need a good reset or chill place to stay it’s perfect! The lodge is super cute and we spent most of our time cooking, playing cards, watching movies, and reading. The work is more than fair and super easy during winter. Thanks for everything James and Andrea!
3 months ago
Australia
We had an amazing time at Te Nikau. The work was extremely chill, since it was quiet season. The nature is incredible in Punakaiki. Would definitely recommend having a vehicle as it did feel quite isolated but we cooked and played monopoly, walked to the pub etc. It was a home away from home. Thanks James and Andrea.
4 months ago
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