Hostel Balgüe, Nicaragua

4.5
(7 reviews)7

Naturaleza, Energia y Comunidad en Altagracia, Nicaragua

High demand host
This host has received 6 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
6 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
6 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Needs help immediately

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

Únete a nuestro equipo en Ometepe, un lugar mágico. Valoramos la actitud positiva, la disposición a ayudar y el deseo de vivir una experiencia auténtica. Las tareas son sencillas; nos encanta recibir voluntarios que quieran compartir sus conocimientos, conectar con la cultura local y disfrutar del ritmo de la isla. Si te interesa colaborar y aportar tu energía positiva, estaremos encantados de darte la bienvenida.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 80 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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7 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 6 Meeting international travelers
  • 6 Meeting locals
  • 5 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Immersing in the local culture
  • 3 Practicing Spanish
  • 2 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 15. Life on land
  • 1 3. Good health and well-being
  • 1 17. Partnerships for the goals
Rebecca

Switzerland

5

What an amazing experience! It was my first time volunteering, and thanks to the hostel team, I will always remember my time in Ometepe fondly. All of the staff are super nice and will always make sure you're OK. A special shoutout to Jafeth , you can always count on him. You can learn new things and put your knowledge into practice by contributing your own ideas and cooking skills to family dinners with all the hostel guests, or by taking part in other projects. The location is perfect you are close to lots of activities, beautiful beaches and viewpoints. Good Vibes only!

7 days ago

Gina

Australia

4

I enjoyed this experience but not everyone might. The setting is beautiful and pretty chill but it can feel a bit isolated if there's no other volunteers or guests. The work is physical but not hard. The host, Jafeth, is kind, generous, understanding, patient, supportive, totally respected the conditions and was very flexible with these: the perfect host. However, the owner was also on-site and I found his mannerisms and behaviours challenging (but not threatening) at times. If Jafeth wasn't present I would not have stayed but for others it might be different.

11 months ago


jafeth replied

Thank you for your honest feedback. Part of rebuilding this place means learning to work with the owner as he continues his recovery after a difficult time. We know this can be challenging and may not be for everyone, and we appreciate the empathy involved. I remain committed to this project until May and am truly grateful for all the kind and brave volunteers who have supported this journey.

Wiktoria

Poland

4

I truly appreciate the opportunity to volunteer in the hostel, Jafeth was very kind and friendly throughout my stay. The atmosphere was sometimes a bit chaotic, and I didn't always feel fully comfortable in the accommodation provided. Despite this, the atmosphere was generally okay. I hope the hostel considers making some updates, because with a few improvements, it has the potential to offer a much better stay for future volunteers.

11 months ago

Alicia

Spain

5

Jafeth fue muy responsable como anfitrión y aunque el voluntariado fue en otro lugar, la experiencia en el hostel fue preciosa. El dueño Rider y recepcionista Aníbal me acogieron como parte de la familia. Estoy completamente agradecida por todo.

3 months ago


jafeth replied

Nos alegra que tu experiencia fue buena.
En lazy crab siempre seras bienvenida.
Muchas gracias

Mariana

Mexico

5

Jafeth es un excelente anfitrión, muy amable y pendiente. se cumplió con lo acordado es un hostal dentro de la naturaleza con vista al volcán concepción, el lugar está en renovación, bella la perrita de la casa también te da tours por la isla jaja lo recomiendo si quieres conectar con la naturaleza y la cultura local saludos a todos!

about 1 year ago


jafeth replied

Mariana muchas gracias ..espero que logras tus objetivos..saludoa muy agradecidos bella creo aun extraña los paseos con usted ...
Saludos

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