Permaculture project Ciudad Vieja, Guatemala

4.5
(24 reviews)24

Fruit and vegetable Garden Helper & Feed people

Help a sustainable project
23 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
21 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
16 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host

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What you offer

5h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

1

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.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Support
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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
8 days

The Experience

You will be Planting seeds, tranplant plants, put seedling starters in the ground, weeding to allow new plants to thrive , watering, add a thick layer of mulch on and between rows, Check for pests (aphids, squash bugs, cabbage loopers), and use natural controls to keep them in check

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Over 26 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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24 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Permaculture Project

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 21 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Learning about sustainability
  • 12 Developing environmental awareness
  • 11 Meeting international travelers
  • 11 Creating true social impact
  • 10 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 23 2. Zero hunger
  • 13 3. Good health and well-being
  • 5 4. Quality education
Liliana

Guatemala

3

During my stay I learned quite a lot working in the vegetable garden, front yard, and spending time with the dogs, though there were no set tasks. Regarding organization, there are no fixed lunch schedules and some days the food was not enough. Food delivery to communities was also suspended due to car problems, so if that interests you, ask beforehand if it's resolved. On a personal level, I felt they didn't have the energy or willingness to host volunteers. I requested 2 days off agreeing to make them up later, but when I tried to return they stopped responding and kept my food.

7 months ago

Cynthia

Netherlands

4

I had a wonderful time here. The house offers a stunning view of Fuego and is a perfect place to relax after working in the garden. At the same time, there is plenty of space and opportunity to explore the surroundings or visit Antigua.

The garden is beautiful, and there are many plans to make the place even nicer, there is always something to do. Javi is a kind and welcoming host, sometimes with unexpected and spontaneous twists, and he cooks amazingly well. During my stay, the weekly soup distribution did not always take place, but they now have a new truck so I believe this will continue.

8 months ago

Sofía

Colombia

5

La the project is an amazing place. Surrounded by three volcanoes, cats, dogs, birds, trees, and fruit plants, it feels full of life. Chef Javi is a wonderful host — always happy to share his delicious recipes and food. I can't wait to return and help with the garden and food project.

11 months ago

Nicolas

Colombia

5

Being a volunteer at the project has been one of the best decisions I could have made. I had a really good time with Chef , Ruben & pets If you have the chance to go there you won't regret I promise 🫶🏼

11 months ago

Asta

Denmark

5

Javi is a very lovely person that has a beautiful big garden. He feeds people free soup Every week which was very giving to be part of

over 1 year ago

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About the host

Hosted by Ruben Dario

Response Rate
This host usually answers to 90% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in Less than a day
2 published videos
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