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Hola! We run an agri-touristic project and Spanish School in San Rafael Antioquia. We run an eco-lodge, restaurante, bar, and have an organic vegetable garden. Currently we are looking for help in the gardens, reforestation projects, and help preserving San Rafael and our community region by collecting trash around the property and the neighborhood to try to keep the area beautiful, yoga teachers and help with publicity/documentation of the project, . We offer our volunteers to participate in a weekly organic gardening/permaculture design workshop!
We have two volunteer programs here:
In the gardens:
We ask for between 3 hours per day (15 hours per week) in exchange for your accommodation with us. We ask for a six day minimum stay and we have a two week trial period before deciding on long-term stays with full room and board.
In our recycling project:
We ask for 5 hours per day in exchange for your accommodation and three meals a day from our restaurante. We have a two week minimum stay for the recycling program.
If you have any questions, feel free to write us!
Hola! Nosotros trabajamos con un proyecto de agriturismo en San Rafael Antioquia. Aqui manejamos un eco-lodge, restaurante, bar, y huerta organica. Siempre estamos buscando compartir este espacio con gente de buena honda. Ahorita estamos buscando ayuda con publicidad/documentación del progreso y gente en el lugar, trabajo en huertas, proyectos de reforestación y siembra de bosques-comestibles, y ayuda a la comunidad en recoger basuras en la zona para mantener los bosques y ríos limpios.
Ofrecemos a nuestros voluntarios participar en un clase por semana de manejo de una huerta orgánica y diseño de permacultura dirigido por un compañero con mas de 10 años de experiencia.
Tenemos dos programas de voluntariado aca:
En la huerta:
Pedimos 3 horas al día o (15 horas por semana) como intercambio para la acomodación con nosotros. La estadía minima es de seis días y tenemos una periodo de prueba de dos semanas antes de hacer intercambio de largo plazo.
En el proyecto de reciclaje:
Pedimos 5 horas al día como intercambio por estadía y comida con nosotros. Hay una estadía minima de dos semanas para este tipo de voluntariado.
Gracias! Cualquier duda se puede comunicar con nosotros por el messenger!Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceHelp with Eco ProjectsTeachingGardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseHospitality/TourismGeneral MaintenanceHelp with Computers/ InternetUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers on the farm have the opportunity to spend time around el macanal river in San Rafael, Antioquia--getting to know a small community of Colombians and immigrants living in the Antioquian mountains. We are trying new farming techniques, new types of construction and in general trying to learn new things as often as possible. Everyday there is something to learn or to try on the farm.
Help
--Looking for musicians, artists, photographers and nice people to come and spend some time on our farm in-between San Rafael and San Carlos Antioquia!
--Looking for photographers to help with the publicity and documentation for our project!
--Looking for Yoga Teachers!
As many of our volunteer oportunities will change with the season as well as with the skills a volunteer brings to the table, it is a bit difficult to describe the daily tasks of all volunteers. That said, we expect 3 hours of good help five days a week!Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.Accommodation
On the farm we have several dormitories, private rooms, and camping depending on our availability and your preference!
What else ...
Our farm is located on the river el Macanal in San Rafael, Antioquia. We are quite isolated, but surrounded by beautiful nature. With ten beautuiful swimming spots, and a waterfall on the property, the surrounding nature should keep you occupied in your freetime. There is also an eco lodge on the property with a bar, live music, and restaurant for some weekend entertainment. The town of San Rafael is about an hour walk away, or a ten minute walk and 15 minute tuc tuc drive.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Typically are internet is stable. We have a local internet provider for the entrance of the hotel and starlink in the area of the restaurante. We are in a rural area with power outages and storms, so every few weeks we are without internet for at least a few hours while maintenance is being done or while there are big storms.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
3 hours per day, 5 days per week
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Gracias por todo la ayuda chicos! Que tengan muy buen viaje!
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Gracias por todo la ayuda chicos! Que tengan muy buen viaje!
Thanks for all the help! Safe travels!
We're happy to recommend him for all your projects.
The location is just magical, situated right on the river in San Rafael. The work is 3 hours in the morning 5 days a week, sometimes a little physical but learned about permaculture and the routine of jumping in the river and lounging in a hammock afterwards makes it so worth it. For a cost you get 3 delicious… read more
Muy recomendada!
Hope you guys come back some day! Buen viaje!
Jessee est super sympa et accueillant, ainsi que toute l'équipe, c'était un plaisir de travailler là-bas. D'ailleurs les horaires sont tops, on… read more
Buen viaje Andrea!
Jimmy is a nature photographer who took some really incredible photos and videos for our our eco-lodge. He came prepared for photo and video and was happy to help us with where ever we needed some… read more
En… read more
We have had the most enchanting two weeks here. Set in the jungle with direct access to the river with the multiple natural pools (our highlight). Farm to restaurant food provided for a small additional charge, it's worth it for the organic produce and variety; they are able to cater to veggie vegan and omnivore diets.… read more
Each day I worked 3 hours in the garden and I really learned a lot. From making fertiliser to plant vegetables and plants. In the garden I would often see monkeys in the trees and beautiful birds such as hummingbirds flying… read more
She's a great person for any volunteer project. Highly recommended
Que vuelvas amiga!
El trabajo es muy sencillo en el huerto, hay para todos los niveles. Dos días a la semana viene Leo, el experto, a compartir sus interesantísimos conocimientos sobre la vida orgánica. Es interesante saber un poco de español para poder compartir mejor con los… read more
Don't miss out on… read more
Both were really nice people- it was a… read more
The highlight for me… read more
Gracias Masa!
Thanks a lot guys!
The work changed from day to day and we were given a choice of tasks to choose amongst us. We all worked together. Making compost, restoring the soil and planting in the fresh beds, harvesting the produce… read more
Recommended 100%
The crew is very friendly, the setting is absolutely gorgeous and the activities were very nice. One of my best experiences in Colombia!!
The food portions are generous and the fresh juices are delicious.
Also, the area is amazing for small… read more
Chris and Kristy are both warm and nice to talk to. And truly the work they do is quite unique. We hope they make it… read more
Jesse and his team are friendly and helpful, they are always happy to share theirs lifes and tips with you, it was a beautiful human experience.
The work is physical and might be hard for some peoples but it's really 3hours a day and then you can chill and enjoy the amazing place, go to the river, enjoy the… read more
Another highlight to mention is Jesse's fabulous coffee cake.… read more
I want to say thanks one more time to all the people who were there at this magical place.
Thanks for all the help Anne-- hope you have you have fun on your travels!
big enough that you could spend your days swimming at the river or reading in the hammocks. I have never felt so chilled! I also learnt a great amount about farming and agriculture.… read more
i came here, alone, with a hole in my heart that was empty with emptiness but then it was filled with joyce, sun, good foods and strong human relationship that i will remember and take it with me to the infinit and beyond <3
There are also Guitars, Cajons, books, a fireplace, hammocks, table tennis and banana bread with ice cream!
The volunteering work was interesting, you learn a lot about gardening.
Thank… read more
Se agradece la amabilidad,… read more
s a social media guru with tons of experience marketing touristic projects. She's a lot of fun and a good worker. She's a great photographer and has a ton of knowledge when it comes to touristic projects! Highly recommended for any… read more
The jobs vary each day but generally we were helping out with weeding, planting veggies and we learnt how to make compost. Once a week we also helped carry up the food supplies to the restaurant, which was heavy but a great… read more
the river is refreshing and calm.
would totally recommend <3
Solo me hubiera gustado… read more
The work was interesting, you’re able to learn much about organic farming practices.
The food was delicious and healthy, all vegetarian, cooked freshly for breakfast lunch and dinner!
After work there are many things to do in the area, or simply chill on a boulder next to… read more
the nature surrounding is beautiful you can hop in the river everyday, you won't here cars and get the chance to calm down and relax.
work tasks where… read more
The work was nice, we did some gardening, carrying heavy staff and various task... Just for 3hours and then we were jumping into the river !! We also had some nights around the fire all together and… read more
I also learned lots of new permaculture tips that I believe will help me in the future.… read more
We worked 3 hours a day in the garden and then we went to the river to cool… read more
Moritz es un gran ayuda y muy amable. Nos ayudo mucho en la huerta durante su estadía. Muy recomendado para todos sus proyectos
I would recommend this Workaway to basically anyone but especially if you like getting a little dirty, learning how farms are run, working with your hands,… read more
Maria se quedó con nosotros por una semana. Es muy amable, respetuosa, y lista para ayudar. Muy recomendada!
Sachi quedó con nosotros por mas que un mes. Le… read more
Jesse is a great Workaway host. He's organized, a clear communicator, and a good human. He works hard to ensure a safe and supportive environment for his staff, guests, and volunteers.
The work is varied. We did different tasks throughout each week, which gave me the chance to learn… read more
Mostly, we've been working in the garden with Jesse, employees and other volunteers. We've learnt so much, the tasks were really diversified (shaping and preparing the… read more
The place is beautiful the river has many places to relax. I gained a lot of knowledge around gardening during the 2 weeks and will use this at… read more
Jesse is a great person and very welcoming host and also the whole team makes… read more
There’s always cool projects in the works from organic gardening to woodworking.
Jesse is super accommodating and makes sure his volunteers are comfortable.
Definitely recommend to anyone!
Nico es un hombre muy querido. Colaborador, amigable, trabajador-- se quedo con nosotros por un mes en… read more
Wojciech se quedo con nosotros en el proyecto por various meses-- podemos decir… read more
Our main project was removing sand from the river that would be used for concrete. It was tough work, but being in such a serine… read more
Jesse, the owner of the place, is a super friendly guy and will make you feel confortable upon the beginning.
Until now, it's the place where I ate and slept the best during all my… read more
Davide spent quite some… read more
Andy nos ayudó mucho en la finca. Es muy activo y recurso. Lo recomiendo para cualquier proyecto. Un buen energía
Jessie is a really good host, very fair and just an all round good guy. Amazing musician too, so perfect for any budding musician workawayers out there. Food is class too, and if you're… read more