Hostel Buenaventura, Colombia

4.5
(34 reviews)34

Volunteer Electrician

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
30 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
27 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
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.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
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 Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
8 days
Stay up to
28 days

The Experience

We are seeking a volunteer electrician to install wiring, outlets, and lamps in the new social area. We offer beachfront accommodation, breakfast, and a unique experience in the Colombian Pacific. Ideally with basic electrical experience and a good attitude. Join Pacific Dream Eco-Hostal and be part of this adventure!

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Requirements

  • Fluent Spanish
  • Between 20 and 45 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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34 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 30 Get in touch with nature
  • 27 Immersing in the local culture
  • 27 Meeting locals
  • 21 Learning about sustainability
  • 17 Developing environmental awareness
  • 14 Developing social awareness
Avi

Israel

5

I had a wonderful time with John and Natalia in the hostel. The tasks are clear and vary depending on the situation in the hostel, but everything is in the best vibe you can ask for, and that's what's important The place is amazing, a real jungle above an amazing local village, a long beach and powerful ocean There is a lot to do around in the free time as well so you don't get bored easily I would share from my own experience that is an adventure all around, and a real jungle, and ror me it took time to get used to it, so just to keep in mind(: Totally worth it

5 months ago

Xinyan

China

5

Natalia and John were an absolute delight for my first hostel volunteer experience. I had very minimal Spanish coming in and it was definitely the kind of cultural and language immersion I was looking for. The hosts treat everyone like family and try to always include me in activities. The town itself is very beautiful, as the first stop to Colombia, it was definitely the right introduction to language learning and solo travelling for me. I will definitely go back as soon as I get a chance!

9 months ago


Pacific Dream replied

With all the love in the world, Xinyan 🇨🇳
It was a pleasure to have shared with you, to enjoy Colombian cuisine, and that delicious Chinese dish you prepared for us.
You are always welcome 💋
See you soon 🔜

Margherita

Italy

5

This was my second experience here and absolutely I don't regret spending my last days in Colombia at the hostel. The place is absolutely wonderful, John and Natalia are the best owners, as any Colombian people thy will welcome you at their best and give you whatever you need. The place is wonderful, apparently calm but you have plenty of stuff to do, but more than anything to spend time with the locals and enjoy the peace of the place. Tasks are super easy and enjoyable. I'll just suggest to get some food in Buenaventura cause from junachci to la barra It will be more expensive.

10 months ago


Pacific Dream replied

It's a pleasure to have you back with us for the second time 🌼
A big hug with lots of love
Thank you for all your support of our project 💋

Cerys

United Kingdom

5

I had a great experience! It was a beautiful and totally unique location and the hosts were very welcoming. A perfect opportunity to get in touch with nature 🌴

about 1 year ago


Pacific Dream replied

A real pleasure to share with you at Cerys' home 💟
Thank you for everything
Keep traveling and discovering amazing places.

Always welcome 🥥 🌴

Leonie

Germany

5

I had an amazing and adventurous time! If you want to connect with nature, see animals and swim in the wild waves of the hostel, this is for you. I was able to attend many tours, explore the area and mostly spent my time with locals and the hostel crew. The view from the Tiki huts is amazing! Just beware that this place is in the jungle so there will be spiders and snakes. Also, your accomondation depends on which rooms and Tikis are booked, but i had no trouble switching rooms a couple of times. The tasks were totally fine, maybe communication could be a tiny bit better. I'll be back!

over 1 year ago


Pacific Dream replied

LEOOOOOO 🧡
A pleasure to meet you and have you here on the Colombian Pacific coast 🇨🇴
An experience full of wild nature; you are a very kind and attentive person.
Thank you for all your support at the hostel 🥥 🌴
Always welcome

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