Quick Facts
Program code
CL-WT119
Category
Working Holiday, Hostel Work
Country
Chile
Location
Pucon
Program start
Flexible start and end dates taking these periods into account: between March 15 to June 15, August 01 to December 31
Minimum duration
4 weeks
Minimum age
18 years
Contact us
Happy to help you
(+1) 954 762 7607
(+56) 9 7516 9816
(+49) 7735 425 339
skype: chileinside
8 am - 4 pm EST
Project details
Anyone who likes to get to know other cultures, feels comfortable “out in the countryside”, likes adventure and doesn’t want to be “off the beaten track” is in the right place on this working holiday in the popular southern Chilean holiday resort of Pucón. Tourists from all over the world come here all year round, but especially in the Chilean summer.
Cozy and inviting, that is the perfect short description for this working holiday spot in the heart of Pucón, THE outdoor paradise par excellence in Chile. The working holiday program takes place in a cozy B&B that places great value on a homely atmosphere in a rustic country house style. The hotel's spacious windows provide a view of the majestic Villarrica volcano, which watches over the small town.
The hotel is located just steps away from the busiest streets filled with restaurants, bars and shops. The lakeshore and the beaches of La Poza and Playa Grande are also not far away.
The main tourist attractions of Pucon and the surrounding area are easy to reach. Tips for unforgettable tours and excursions can be obtained and booked at the hotel.
Guests start the day with a rich, homemade breakfast buffet in the hotel cafeteria area. The reception is staffed 24 hours a day to address guests' concerns and provide information about tourist spots in the area.
The exciting work at the reception could also be part of your tasks if you decide on this working holiday position in the beautiful lake district of Chile. With this program position, you literally work where others vacation and you don't have to travel on your days off for adventure and relaxation, because many great options are waiting for you right on your doorstep.
Tasks
The tasks in this working holiday program in Pucón are in the area of hotel management and guest relations. Since it is a small hotel business, everyone helps where help is needed. In the late morning and afternoon, guests are usually out, and the hotel is empty. Therefore, tasks in the areas of cleanliness and order as well as maintenance are also part of the work area at these times.
Working hours are approximately 6-8 hours a day, five days a week. The two days off are not necessarily on the weekend. The work is divided into two shifts, the early shift and the late shift.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Working at the reception (check-in, check-out, answering telephone calls, looking after guests, advising on excursions)
- Guests service
- Breakfast service (prepare the buffet, refill it, etc.)
- Working on the bar, serving the guests
- Everything about cleanliness and order
- Other activities involved in hotel operations
Accommodation
Our working holiday participants live in a small holiday home about 200 meters from the hotel. The cottage can accommodate 2 people. The room has a private bathroom and a small kitchen with living area.
If both places are occupied, the room and bathroom are shared. If you are the only volunteer on site, you have sole use of the room and bathroom.
The working holiday position includes lunch on the working days. You can store your groceries and prepare breakfast and dinner in the small kitchen of the cottage. You'll also find great opportunities to eat out in Pucon's many delicious restaurants.
Wi-Fi internet is available in the hotel and can be used outside working hours.
Location
Pucón is located about 780 km south of the capital Santiago and is THE holiday resort par excellence. This pretty, idyllic town right on Lake Villarrica is popular with Chilean and international tourists alike. Almost 30,000 residents live in Pucón, a number that increases significantly, especially between November and March. Pucón offers an excellent infrastructure for adventure tourism, a wide range of restaurants, shopping opportunities and countless excursion options. Pucón even has an active nightlife to offer.
The incomparable location makes this holiday resort so popular. Visitors can wonderfully combine relaxation with culture, adventure, action and sport. Have you ever climbed up an active volcano, looked into the bubbling crater and then slid down on the seat of your pants in the snow? This is possible in Pucon!
The wonderful location right at the foot of the Villarrica volcano and the lake of the same name offer a picture-perfect panorama. Pucón is surrounded by dense evergreen forests, beautiful mountains and volcanoes, rivers and lakes. There is also a beautiful waterfall and thermal springs on every corner.
Pucon's diverse range of sports includes surfing, trekking, hiking, rafting, kayaking, zip-line, mountain biking, rapel. Several national parks and nature reserves offer endless hiking trails through untouched nature and the typical araucaria forests that gave the region its name. Villarrica Volcano attracts mountaineers in summer and skiers in winter and even has a large cave system to visit.
Language skills
Spanish at communication level. For optimal preparation for your Working Holiday in Chile, we advise you to take a Spanish course before the program starts. This gives you the opportunity to slowly get used to the language, culture and mentality and to meet like-minded people in a relaxes atmosphere.
You can book your Spanish course in Chile directly with us!
Requirements
- Spanish skills (book your Spanish course in Chile here)
- Good English skills
- Minimum age 18 years
- Application at least 6 weeks before the desired start of the program. Read more about our application process here.)
- Completion of a travel health insurance (get your travel insurance here!)
Pre-departure and in-country support
Before arrival, our experienced team will be at your disposal to assist you throughout the booking process and travel planning. With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, to reach us in case of emergency 24/7.
In Chile you will be supported by our in-country staff based in Santiago de Chile.
Costs & Services
Working Holiday in the B&B in Pucon includes:
- Accommodation, shared room
- Lunch on working days
- Advice from our experienced staff
- On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
- Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
- Your Working Holiday placement
- Pre-departure information
- Packing list
- Country handbook
- Intercultural guide
- On-site volunteer coordinator
- 24/7 emergency number
- Advice on travel insurance
- Certificate of participation
Costs
Application fee: US$ 150
Program fee: US$ 350 (minimum stay 4 weeks)
Each additional month: US$ 15
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