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United States
Let me start by saying that I've been volunteering for the last 10 years of my life, all over the world; farming, eco-lodges , hostels, the whole lot, and I've never given a review below 4 stars for anything. I am brand new to Word Packers so this was technically my first experience through this website, and I really DID want to give this place a higher rating, but when looking at the overall operation, I would not endorse this stay for other experienced volunteers. Very limited amenities, BAD energy, passive aggressive host, volunteers were exploited as incompetent foreigners to run errands.
13 days ago
United States
It is hard for me to write this review as I know Nati is going through challenges in her personal life and it was very evident that she was taking on a lot all at once. I got to learn one day about bioconstruccion and we had some great moments all eating dinner together that I look back on very fondly. I think her stress caused her to take out some of her frustrations on the volunteers, sometimes being a bit rude and demanding, and even after I had left wrongfully accused another volunteer of stealing from her. I am grateful for the living space she provided but I wouldnt necessarilyrecommend.
14 days ago
I am 50 years old and I have been working in hostels for 25 years. Believe me, my experience makes me see better who is who. A piece of advice: don't keep traveling together. Sooner or later people really show who they are. And Emilio is not a good person. You will realize it soon. I hope so. Before you pay for his trip yourself.
United Kingdom
Natalia was such a sweet, caring, warm and inviting host. She made me feel so welcome from the start and I really enjoyed my stay there. The hostel is so pretty, rustic and hippie, with an excellent warm shower, comfy beds and gorgeous kitchen. I enjoyed the tasks, which were relaxed and easy, and got to explore Bariloche, a 40min bus away from the centre. It has shops a 10 min walk away and good access by buses everywhere. I walked to nearby Cerros and visited the Havanna Chocolate Museum which I recommend. I loved it here!
over 1 year ago
Slovakia
We had a lovely time in the project. Don't expect a hostel, it's more glamping experience in nature. Get ready to share a bedroom, bathroom and kitchen with few other people. Most of our work was quite easy, we had enough energy to go for hikes in the afternoon, but be ready to get dirty, since most of work is outside. It's located a bit further from Bariloche town, but very close to Circuito Chico. The hosts are very nice and generous people, we had a great time with them, even thoug we don't speak much spanish and they don't speak much english 😄 Natalia thank you so much again!
over 1 year ago
Lithuania
Natalie and her family were very welcoming and friendly! It was a very great experience - learning how to build a sustainable house, having lunch or dinner together with the family and volunteers, playing with their two dogs and getting useful advice on what to see and do in Bariloche! The working time was always the same and the work itself not too hard. Great location as well! Muchas gracias, Natalie!❤️
over 1 year ago
France
Natalia and Guillermo are lovely hosts, they really bring you in and make you feel at home. The tasks are clear and simple, and I learned a lot on bioconstruction with them! Kostohunwue is also fantastically located to enjoy the nature and hikes in Bariloche. I had a wonderful time and strongly recommend the experience!
over 1 year ago
Your stay at kostohunwe was good. You're friendly, kind and you work with joy. You know how to dance salsa very well. Your handling of English with the other passengers helped us a lot, and you learned very well to build with clay. You are neat and calm. Keep it up and you will always be welcome anywhere.
France
Natalia is really friendly and makes you feel comfortable. I stayed at the glamping, and it was pretty good there. The work was really easy and quite light. Unfortunately, we couldn't do much bioconstruction, so I didn't learn that much, but I did get to enjoy Bariloche. It wasn't amazing, since I didn't learn a lot and didn't have the time of my life there, but it wasn't bad either, as I didn't feel uncomfortable, stressed, or used. A pretty ok experience, great people, and probably a more interesting if you get the chance to do bioconstruction. At least the little I saw was interesting
over 1 year ago
United States
I truly wish I could write that I liked it here, and up until my last day, I felt things were going well. However, my last day was filled with me being constantly told I didn't work like a “professional cleaner” and that I was a “waste of money”. It was so bad I had a guest come over to me and apologize on the host's behalf. I was called a liar because it was claimed I lied about my abilities, which I have texts that prove the opposite and I'm sad because it ruined my stay in Bariloche. I admit this was out of my comfort zone, but I was not treated with respect. Only come if you're perfect!
over 1 year ago
Since 20015 we have worked with volunteers from all over the world. We do not claim that they are experts. If it is important that they have some basic knowledge. Those are the kinds of knowledge learned at home. From childhood, mom or dad teach us to be self-sufficient. Cleaning, making beds — for example — are things we learn at home. Willingness to learn new things is important. Bioconstruction is done with clay and horse manure. If you are allergic to dust and to animals, this is not your place. I can't teach that.
Brazil
Incredible experience in Bariloche! Natália is a wonderful host, super attentive, humane and welcoming. I felt at home from day one. The volunteering was super organized and had a great energy. I highly recommend it. Thanks for everything!
about 1 month ago
Brazil
Natália is a dear, this was my first volunteering experience using the platform and it was totally different from the experiences I had previously, because we truly felt like a family. We closed the year together, we also celebrated New Year's Eve and Nati's birthday, we collected moments, experiences and memories. The hostel is well located, especially for those who are interested in experiencing Bariloche and its charms; it is perfect for travelers who seek to be connected with nature.
10 months ago
Beautiful experience. Very good artists and professionals.
