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Colombia
Staying at Wayuu hostel was an incredible experience! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but what truly sets this place apart is Gigi. She has a huge heart and is always ready to help others. The hostel also actively engages in social impact initiatives, which made my time there even more meaningful. If you're looking for a place that cares about the community and its guests, Wayuu hostel is the perfect choice. Can't recommend it enough!
about 2 years ago
Thank you Gaby for your words, you are a beautiful person and I know that you will go far, keep fighting for your goals that being who you are you will achieve everything wonderful that you want for yourself, I also admire the way you impact the community and I know that they will always remember you just like you. I, you have a bright future and I know that I am not wrong every time I say yes to each volunteer, I would not say that none of them were just one more, I will always say that each one of you and you are a contribution to all those who need us to make them feel included and important in this life, thank you thank you thank you for your contribution and your dedication, your mark was left on Wayuuco and on the children of the community, Mrs. Gaby will be remembered.
Mexico
It was an experience that met all my expectations, and not only that, it helped my personal growth since Gigi is a very lovely person, she knows how to listen to people and you can chat about anything with her.
The tasks are very easy and you have a lot of free time to get to know Riohacha and its surroundings, it's a very lovely and calm environment, the food is delicious!!!
It was a very lovely experience ❤️
7 months ago
Thank you, my beautiful; you are a wonderful person, an incredible human being. I know that each day, with every experience, you will be able to reach and find your purpose. Thank you for all your support and sensitivity, an unconditional being. For your young age, you have an incredible maturity.
Colombia
I came with the intention of getting to know La Guajira and I couldn't have arrived at a better place. 🏜️ The hostel facilities are very good, we have a room (shared) with air conditioning to rest, the chores are easy, the food is very good, and Gigi welcomed me from the very first moment. In my search to learn about this department, she guided me in everything and helped me get the best options; I could learn a lot and experience staying in a Wayuu community where I was also welcomed like at home 🫶🏼. With Gigi we did a very good job together and I thank her for helping me open doors here.
11 months ago
Colombia
Lindo lugar y linda experiencia, pero lo mas lindo es la calidad humana que encontré aqui. Gigi y las personas que la rodean hacen que el hostal se sienta en poco tiempo como un hogar, aprendí mucho sobre la cultura local, tuve la oportunidad de acercarme a la comunidad wayuu y a su manera de ver la vida, hablar por horas con Gigi sobre su vida y sus anécdotas divertidas y hacer amigos que me llevaré en el corazón toda la vida, eso no tiene precio. Gracias Gigi por mi primera experiencia como voluntaria, dejaste la vara muy alta 🌞🌙
about 1 year ago
Mafe, you are an extraordinary being, your values, your commitment to everything you're assigned, and you were there at the moment I needed you most, without me asking. It was amazing. I learned a lot from you, and there is something very beautiful—the light and energy you bring to this space. Nothing fell short; you were unbeatable. Thank you, thank you a thousand times for everything, and I hope this won't be the last time we share. Magical beings like you are not easy to find. I learned so much from you; thank you, thank you, thank you. Here you will always have a place, ALWAYS.
Colombia
Este voluntariado fue como un abrazo muy cálido desde antes que llegáramos el cariño de Gigi la anfitriona se sentía con fuerza. Todo el voluntariado fue alegría y risas con las historias y bromas de Gigi nos divertimos todo el tiempo, comimos delicioso todo el tiempo y lo mejor fue poder tener con quien compartir. Siempre nos ayudamos unos con los otros en lo que necesitáramos. Y era un espacio muy acogedor. Agradezco mucho mi tiempo aquí me voy muy feliz y complacida. Sé que volveré a este lugar que fue mi hogar durante más de un mes❤️
over 1 year ago
Thank you for your words, dear; you are love, you are an extraordinary person, with values, with so many beautiful things, a beautiful human being. Thank you, I learned a lot from all of you. Juan and you, speechless. It's little what I could write about you; this space isn't enough to detail it. I only say that wherever you go, what good fortune for the hosts. I hope to see you again soon...
Colombia
The Volunteer program is good. As it is a hostel and a recent project, in the process of launching, it still has a lot to improve. (It is important to make clear that at the current moment the host is in a limited health state that has affected the hostel's performance and its relationship with the volunteers.) The areas for improvement would be: to provide a proper induction, communicate well, have defined own workers (there are none, only collaborators), balance the workload fairly, have an appropriate safety protocol in place to address gender-based violence, and general order.
about 1 year ago
Responding to this review in a very objective way, for the first time many inconveniences arose, not to call them problems with this volunteering program specifically; I have always told my volunteers that depending on how they conduct themselves, that will be their volunteering experience; what is private to each person is undeniably up to them, but when you make that so evident within your workplace, volunteering by flouting rules that already show disrespect, this kind of situation arises.
Colombia
Fue una experiencia asombrosa en todos los sentidos, hubiese amado poderme quedar más tiempo y compartir y aprender más de la comunidad, fue nutritivo como persona y como docente. Gigi es una persona maravillosa y gentil, está siempre dispuesta a ayudarte y hacerte sentir bien. Te deseo Gigi lo mejor de lo mejor en tu vida y te agradezco por ayudarme a vivir cosas nuevas. Siempre lo guardaré en mi corazón. Hiper mega recomendado!!!!
about 2 years ago
Hello María Alejandra, for me Maleja I thank you for your words and I will also keep them in my heart. Your time at Wayuuco Backpackers and in my life was beautiful; you are a person full of many qualities: responsibility, kindness, correctness, and willingness to learn. The community, the children in general, we remember you since you left footprints here in the territory. You are and will be great and capable of going far, and remember that sometimes the fears of change and of new experiences are within what you and your being can normally allow, and you realize how far you have to give. Follow your dreams and make them real. I wish for you a life full of all that is good, beautiful and prosperous. A big hug 🫂 GiGi CHEF 👩🏼🍳, always count on me
Spain
Este lugar es un rincón donde te sentirás en casa, mientras conoces la cultura indígena Wayúu y sus costumbres ancestrales desde dentro de la mano de Gigi, una profesional que se ha convertido en una gran amiga por su admirable trabajo basado en la ética y el respeto a las comunidades y sus clientes. Mi experiencia habla por si misma: Iba para visitar la región una semana, y me quedé dos meses.
over 2 years ago
Thank you, my Pau. You are and will always be welcome. You contributed a lot to the work in the community. I hope this won't be our only moment working for ourselves and for others, for a better world. I hope to see each other soon to continue. A kiss and a hug 🫂 GiGi CHEF 👩🏼🍳
Spain
El hostel y su equipo es un lugar excepcional en el que te sentirás en un hogar lejos de casa. Gigi, la anfitriona es una persona única, con la que conecté desde el minuto uno. Todos los demás integrantes del equipo me hicieron sentir en familia y juntos hemos formado un espacio de aprendizaje comunitario donde todos aportan y comparten. Tras seis años viajando como voluntaria alrededor del mundo, puedo decir que Gigi hace posible un contacto con la comunidad indígena Wayúu local, ético y sostenible, algo difícil de encontrar. En resumen, no se puede pedir más de un voluntariado.
over 2 years ago
Paula, connecting with a person like you has seemed to me the most wonderful experience, you know? I am at a loss for words to describe all we learned from each other and from this territory of community that showed us the true reality and connected us and traced a path for us, I value you and I admire your ability to see life from within itself, endless thanks for being here and for being who you are and for showing me through daily life a sum of realities, woman, see you soon, I hope we can share many more years together
Italy
Gigi es una muy buena anfitriona además que excelente cocinera, ella y su familia te hacen sentir muy a gusto. El hostal es un lugar tranquilo donde puedes también descansar, en el tiempo libre se puede conocer los alrededores lo que es perfecto 👌
over 2 years ago
Thanks Fabi, whenever you want to come back here with us, you have a place with the same warmth, a huge kiss GiGi
