General house duties and caring for animals for a month
The experience
Finca Putumayo invites you to be part of our volunteer team in a magical environment where spirituality and nature intertwine. Located in the southern Sierra Nevada, near the coast, our farm is a sanctuary surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, ideal for those who wish to explore their connection with the natural world.
At Finca Putumayo, we offer a sacred space for plant and cacao ceremonies, shamanic journeys, meditations, breathwork.
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Holistic Therapies:
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
Over 25 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, responsible, and an animal lover. Someone who loves nature and caring for plants. The stay is minimum 1 month, we provide a comfortable apartment with a large terrace and beautiful views over the mountains and sea. Also someone who can deal with DYI and simple maintenance jobs as they arise.
Activities & Shift
Flexible hours: Work only 5 hours a day, Monday to Friday, in activities such as general house duties, cleaning, washing, cooking, caring for cats, dog, chickens, fish, gardening, preparing acommodation for retreats. Aditionally some wall painting might be requered. If you have any artistic skills they are welcome to make our space more beautiful.
Rules
**Basic Rules for Workaway**
1. **Comfortable Accommodation**:
- Volunteers will enjoy a private apartment that includes a bathroom and kitchen.
- It is expected that they keep the space clean and tidy, respecting common areas and the surrounding environment.
2. **Delicious and Healthy Meals**:
- Food will be provided, all vegetarian, prepared with fresh ingredients from the region.
- Volunteers should inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies before their arrival.
3. **Flexible Working Hours**:
- Volunteers will work 5 hours a day, Monday to Friday.
- Tasks will include caring for trees and plants, as well as assisting in the construction of the new apartment.
-General house keeping duties.
4. **Respect and Collaboration**:
- A respectful environment among volunteers and hosts is encouraged.
- Open communication is key; any issues or concerns should be addressed immediately.
5. **Environmental Care**:
- Volunteers are expected to respect nature and the local environment, avoiding the use of polluting products and following sustainable practices.
6. **Free Time and Activities**:
- Volunteers will have free time to explore and enjoy the area.
7. **Commitment and Responsibility**:
- Volunteers are expected to commit to the agreed-upon time and assigned tasks.
- If for any reason they cannot fulfill their commitment, they should communicate this in advance.
8. **Safety and Health**:
- Volunteers must follow established safety rules during work activities.
- They are encouraged to take care of their health amd safety on the land. They need health insurance.