Holistic Center Hawkesbury City Council, Australia

5.0
(42 reviews)42

Help Create Meaningful Retreat Experiences Near Sydney

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
34 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
40 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
26 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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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.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, 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 Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
21 days
Stay up to
2 months

The Experience

Come with something meaningful to give—and discover something meaningful about yourself. Thrive Retreats is a peaceful bush retreat approximately 90 minutes from Sydney. Our guests come here to step away from everyday pressure, rest and reconnect. We invite thoughtful, reliable and open-minded people to join our three-week Learning Exchange Experience.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Between 18 and 40 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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42 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Holistic Center

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 40 Get in touch with nature
  • 26 Meeting international travelers
  • 21 Developing environmental awareness
  • 18 Learning about sustainability
  • 17 Developing social awareness
  • 16 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 33 3. Good health and well-being
  • 22 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 11 8. Decent work and economic growth
Brooke

Canada

5

Raj and Athil were amazing hosts and they have done such a good job of teaching me many new things about my own individual and about others. They have left me with a great memory to always look back on and the guests there were always really kind as well. Making food with Raj was the funnest part and we always made amazing food! I really do appreciate them for letting me live there for so long as well. Thank you, Brooke

17 days ago

Selina

Austria

5

Where do I even begin? 🪷 Volunteering at the Center never felt like work. It felt like being part of creating something beautiful - something I genuinely enjoyed doing. Rajan is such a warm and welcoming soul who created a sense of home and belonging which made it impossible to not love every second. the Center is so much more than food and accommodation - it's a space to learn, to connect, and to discover more of yourself. I loved how everyone's unique strengths were recognised and there was space to contribute in your own way. I came with an open heart, and I'm leaving with a grateful one. 🤍

about 1 month ago

Fiona

Hong Kong (SAR)

5

Words could not express how grateful I am for my time at the Center Retreat. I spent 10 days there, and as my first volunteer experience, I couldn't have asked for better. The hosts, Rajan and Athill, have created something special for both volunteers and their guests. I gained wonderful practical experiences like helping with meal prep, housekeeping and cleaning (tasks ranged from 2-6 hours daily). The hosts were incredibly generous with their time, and I felt comfortable asking questions or help. The food was DIVINE and so nourishing! I would love to return for a longer stay in the future!

about 1 month ago

Sonia

Australia

5

I had such a fantastic time volunteering at the Center. From pretty much the get go, I felt welcomed and truly cared for. The hosts also created a safe environment where I could communicate my needs without any judgement. It was a beautiful experience and I highly recommend volunteering here if you're looking for peace, grounding and connecting with nature 🌱🌱

about 2 months ago

Ilia

United Kingdom

5

A great opportunity to really connect with nature and surround yourself in the Australian bush. Rajan was lovely ensuring we felt comfortable and had what we needed and encouraging us to participate in the yoga during the weekend the Center. It is a great place for reflection, and it was lovely to have the other volunteers around as otherwise it is quite an isolated place if you don't have your own mode of transport. Overall a lovely experience I would recommend :))

2 months ago

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