Shared Home Lima, Peru

5.0
(19 reviews)19

Looking for help for a surf instructor with a camper van in Lima

Top Host
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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
16 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
16 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Content Writer
Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Photography
Take, edit and provide amazing photos.
Video Making
Create, edit and publish digital videos.
Social Media
Maintain and update social media channels.
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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.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet 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.
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!
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
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.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
5 weeks

The Experience

I have a small surf company that I run from my Mercedes Sprinter camper van with Olita, my rescued pup, also I am working on self publishing an enviromental sci fi graphic novel, so if you an illustrator, graphic artist, communicator, writer and/ or have knowledge in online marketing besides some kitchen skills, you will be very welcome here and we will have lots of fun while we work and surf together, you have your own bedroom and bathroom

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 50 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Shared Home

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 16 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 15 Immersing in the local culture
  • 10 Meeting international travelers
  • 8 Learning about sustainability
  • 7 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 14 14. Life below water
  • 8 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 7 4. Quality education
Julia

United Kingdom

5

Had a wonderful time with Richard and Olita! Richard is so welcoming and kind, the tasks are straightforward and its great to spend so much time at the beach and learning about surfing 🌊 Thank you Richard for some beautiful memories !

2 months ago


Richard replied

Thank you for the amazing times!!! you are welcome back any time you want to hang out by the beach again°!!!

Ashley

United States

5

My two weeks with Richard was an experience that I will remember for the remainder of my lifetime. Richard does an excellent job at making you feel like family, while also ensuring you are having fun during the time that you are volunteering. This experience would be perfect for someone who doesn’t mind early mornings & days full of delicious breakfasts, lunches & fun surf. The actual work is very simple & straightforward. And the best part of all is that you will gain a forever friend & family with Richard & his fur children hahaha. Thank you Richard for welcoming me into your home & life ♥️

5 months ago


Richard replied

thank you for turning my house into a home

Hilde

United States

5

Richard is such an amazing host! I only spent 2 weeks with him, but it was such an awesome and fun experience. I had never surfed before and he spent so much time and effort teaching me how to surf, and was a great guide around Lima. I felt very safe and protected as a young woman traveling alone. His rescue animals (Olita and Biscito) are so so sweet and clearly love and trust him very much. The lifestyle requires some flexibility, and you should be able to cook in a small space and get up early, but if you are excited about surfing, and hanging out on the beach, this a perfect position!

6 months ago


Richard replied

my dear friend!!!! I absolutely miss you here, I ve just arrived home after a surftrip and realized i havent write the amazing review you deserve, I am really sorry i couldnt see it,
I hope this works as a review of the amazing work you done and the level of commiment and dedication you shown while working and surfing with me, for that, thank you, from the bottom of my heart

Emily

United States

4

I had a great time with Richard. It was nice to have a local's guide and input. Most importantly, not a creep! The days basically go as listed: Wake up at 5 am Pack for the beach Leave by 5:30 to the beach Cook breakfast & coffee Hang out with sassy Olita (I used this time to work on my thesis) Help as needed Learn some surfing techniques/surf- very good surf teache Make lunch Either leave since time requirement is only until lunch, or hang out till he leaves Go home and do the days dishes That's basically it. You have a lot of free time to hang out and explore. Happy to answer any questions!

9 days ago

Georgina

United Kingdom

5

My time with Richard was incredible, he commited to making my time as fun and relaxed as possible and he cared for me so much, I've made a great new friend. It didn't even feel like work, just cooking breakfast and lunch and then chilling at the beach and surfing. I would recommend it to anyone that doesn't mind early starts as you do have to get up at 5 but it's so worth it.

10 months ago


Richard replied

you will be missed !!!!!

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