Non-Profit Project Bansko, Bulgaria

5.0
(52 reviews)52

Be a hero for shelter pups β€” dog sit, support & make a difference 🐾

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Connect with international travelers
38 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Make a real social impact
35 travelers really felt their social impact working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

28h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Pet Sitting
Taking care of and looking after pets.
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What you get

1

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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
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

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

We are looking for experienced people to dog sit. There will be the option for you to help with other dogs at the shelter, and learn what is involved with the street dog project too, but this role sees you spending a good amount of time with the foster dogs, walking, training etc

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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52 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Non Profit Project

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 38 Meeting international travelers
  • 35 Creating true social impact
  • 32 Get in touch with nature
  • 20 Developing social awareness
  • 18 Practicing English
  • 14 Meeting locals
Nicola

United States

5

A truly inspiring first WorldPackers experience! From the start, Sarah was very helpful and always available to give guidance. As long as you truly care and put in your best effort, you'll make a difference and learn SO much. Sarah has organized instructions and makes it easy to keep track of what needs to be done. I've never met someone so passionate and dedicated to a cause. the project could not be in better hands! Bansko is so beautiful and the project (and cats!) are some of the loveliest I've ever met! One month went too fast, but I'll never forget it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!

26 days ago

Erin

Ireland

5

This was my first ever Worldpackers trip and it was absolutely amazing!! Sarah is very helpful with anything you need and I instantly felt welcomed by her. the project are all absolutely amazing and as long as you respect them in their space you will have an amazing time. Sarah puts her heart and soul into the project and you can tell just from how happy they all are. Some days are more tiring than others but that comes with every job. Bansko is a lovely wee town and everything is easy to walk to. I can't recommend this shelter enough it was an absolutely incredible experience!! :))

2 months ago

Grace

United Kingdom

5

The project you spend your days with in Bansko are clever, sweet and gentle. Given that there are only very few the project at the shelter you make a very close connection with each of them. While there you learn lots about enrichment and socialising practices while spending your free time in the beautiful town of Bansko. Sarah is very kind and passionate and so long as you're willing to work hard you'll have an amazing time. Thank you for everything!!

7 months ago

Dalton J

Brazil

5

My best volunteer experience so far! Sarah is 1000% committed to the project and the project. The accommodations are great and the hours are respected. Everything is for the project, and it's noticeable how much they are loved. Sarah was always very open to changing some schedules to give me more time for other activities like snowboarding or exploring the city. I'll miss all the project (especially Molly and Enya). I hope to return someday and help more next time 🫑

9 months ago


Sarah replied

Thanks so much for your help Dalton, we'll be happy to see you again sometime! (Enya has gone into a foster to adopt home today, so fingers crossed she will be adopted and not be here if you come back!) Glad you enjoyed your time in Bansko 😁

clem

France

5

It was my first Worldpackers experience and I really enjoyed it! :) All the project and the cat are so lovely and just need love! I really appreciated spending time with all of them!! You work for 4 hours, doing cleaning, walking, and spending time with the project. There's always something to do, and everything is very well organized. Thank you to Sarah, Desi, and Nick!! :)

11 months ago


Sarah replied

Sorry I didn't reply to you here Clem, I don't know how I missed it! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time here, and appreciate all the help you gave ❀️

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