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24h
- 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.
- Kitchen Hand
- Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Farming
- Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
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Amount
- US$ 999
One time
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
Cover for all adventures and field trips...things like visiting national parks, partner organizations, jazz night, beach days, etc. This fee additionally includes our coursework and 1 year membership to our community app. (valued at 400) Roundtrip airport transportation is also included (valued at 200)
What you get
6
- 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.
- 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
- Dedicated Workspace
- Specific space 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.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
- Discounts on Accommodation
- Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
- 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 Parties
- Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
- Free Events
- Get free entrance for the best events in town.
- Holistic Therapies
- You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
- Permaculture Course
- Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
- 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.
- Support
- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Mar
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May
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Jul
Aug
- Stay at least
- 4 weeks
- Stay up to
- 12 weeks
The Experience
Welcome to the Aloha Initiative—a vibrant and growing ʻOhana of young professionals, adventurers, and visionaries dedicated to personal growth and inner transformation. The program you’re stepping into is thoughtfully designed to help you unlock your highest potential while becoming an integral part of a heartwarming community committed to nurturing the Earth and all her inhabitants.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English
- Between 18 and 24 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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16 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Holistic Center
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 16 Get in touch with nature
- 15 Learning about sustainability
- 14 Developing environmental awareness
- 12 Meeting international travelers
- 7 Creating true social impact
- 6 Immersing in the local culture
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 16 15. Life on land
- 12 3. Good health and well-being
- 11 13. Climate action
Annika
Austria
I learned so much from Nature & met the most beautiful people. This is a place where you will truly get to know yourself. The property is beautiful, the food is so nourishing and mostly vegetarian/vegan. I was with so many other volunteers at all times, made some great friends. The only thing I'd want others to prepare for, is that you're not really gonna have a lot of time alone. The work itself is only 5 hours, but Ryan really puts a lot of importance on building an Ohana and always being with the community, even on your off days/hours. So just be prepared for that!
8 days ago
James
United States
To say this experience exceeded all of my expectations would be an understatement. Ryan goes so far above and beyond to make you feel safe and comfortable yet challenged spiritually. The land is stunning and such an amazing teacher. You will experience transformation, be a part of an amazing family, learn so much spiritually and experience the magic of Hawaii. 10 out of 10 recommend and I can't wait to come back. Facilities, food and opportunities for adventure are top notch. Best worldpackers experience out there.
21 days ago
Sienna
United States
My heart feels so full after my time at the Center. Ryan and his partner Yasmin are truly the kindest people I have ever met. I learned so much about myself and the world throughout my time here. The curriculum that you go through really connects you with nature, your inner self, and the other people there. I found my Ohana. <3 The exchange itself barely even feels like work because it's all things that benefit yourself. I got plenty of flexibility and time to explore the island. I even got a matching tattoo with someone I met there who is now one of my forever friends! 10/10 recommend!
2 months ago
Ryan replied
Sienna! Ohana vibes friend. 🫶 You absolutely rocked it with us. Thank you so much for this ideal stay and ideal review. We will certainly welcome you back anytime! Aloha 🦋 Yasmin, Ryan and your Ohana here in Hawaii & the world over.
Isabella
Croatia
The Center was an absolute dream to be at! Ryan was such a kind & caring person. He cares so much about your well-being and just wants you to be the most authentic version of yourself. the Center is a bit secluded from the two main cities (Kona & Hilo), so I highly recommend having a car or rent the extra car that Ryan has. We ate mainly vegetarian, but not 100%. Learned a lot about the plants and food on the property. I got to do so much on the big island and we had scheduled days off that are agreed upon the week before. Loved my time there, would do it again in a heartbeat💓
3 months ago
Bozhidar
South Africa
I learnt a lot here, met a lot of cool people around the globe and I cherish the memories made. I don't think there is a better place to stay at on the Big Island. If something is not ticking right, Ryan is always open minded to change things up. Thx for the experience! Aloha Ryan and Yasman.
3 months ago
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