Hostel Koh Pha-Ngan, Thailand

2.5
(6 reviews)6

Construction Whiz and Handy Helper: Projects in Ko Phangan

High demand host
This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
5 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English
2 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

20h

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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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
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 Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Surf lessons
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
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
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Verified Host
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Availability

May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and join our dynamic community in Thailand? We're looking for someone with a knack for construction, especially hands-on experience with concrete projects. Whether you're a concrete pro or a versatile handyman, your skills can make a real impact on our ongoing initiatives.

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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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6 Reviews

2.5

Host & Team

3.0

Hours & Tasks

2.5

Hostel

2.0

Learning & Fun

3.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 5 Meeting international travelers
  • 2 Practicing English
  • 1 Creating true social impact

Spain

2

We agreed to work 18h a week with 2 days off, but we went on full moon and were expected to work the whole day (until 12pm). We didn't know that so we did our shifts and, when we got to the hostel, the boss started yelling at us and being really disrespectful to all of the volunteers. We also had to sleep in the hallway in fullmoon because the hostel was full. When full moon ends (it lasts 4 days) you can have plenty of days off, what's nice, but, during that time, you will not have any off time. The other volunteers and Fang (manager) were really nice and made the experience much easier.

8 days ago

Germany

2

- got picked up from the pier - managers Fang & Edgar are absolutely amazing & will help you with anything - you get free dinner/drinks during full moon - NO COMMUNICATION!! - found out on arrival that I'll be working at a different Hostel the first week - had to sleep in the entrance hall during full moon —> so no privacy - were expected to be at the Hostel all day during full moon, so if you had the morning shift you'd be there from 10-midnight - yelled at volunteers in front of guests for absolutely nothing - threatened to kick volunteers out all the time - insulted us

11 days ago

Canada

3

The other volunteers that I met were so amazing but the hostel itself was an extremely stressful environment and I would NOT go back. Pros: - Fang and Edgar are amazing managers - access to free/discounted parties and alcohol. - Owner can be kind and caring Cons: - If you make any kind of mistake owner becomes extremely aggressive. Yelling, swearing and threatening to kick volunteers out of the Hostel, throwing things etc. - Expects you to work minimum 10 hours a day during full moon - volunteers forced to sleep in storage room during full moon

25 days ago

Brazil

4

The experience was pretty good! Shine, the owner, was always very attent and supportive to me. In some days he dedicate himself to cook very good meals for everyone in the hostel which also creates a nice interactive opportunity for the guests and volunteers. The lonunge space has a very fancy stille with several games and chill ambience available to people's interaction. By more than 2 months here we have cultivated a great friendship. He is very passionate about the place, and the work that needs to be done. It may demand great responsability from those whom wish to volunteer here! 😉💪👊

26 days ago

United Kingdom

3

Pros -got picked up -Fang the manager is lovely -some free drinks and tickets for full moon -met lovely people cons -I did not do what I applied for -the owner sends heated text messages in the gc and privately if small mistakes are made and threatens to kick people out -gets aggressive and shouts belittles staff in front of guests -does not understand that this is an exchange or honour the contract -you have to work extra for the full moon and events leading up -when it is quiet and off season for phangan there might be 4 volunteers on a shift that only needs 1 or 2

about 1 month ago

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