Volunteer at the Wooden Cabins Village in Switzerland 🇨🇭 and experience unmatched peace in the heart of the mountains, forests, and fresh air! 🌲
Hi! I’m Emil Labas (23 years old) from Palestinian communities inside the Green Line. For the past year and a half, I’ve been exploring volunteer programs around the world. Today, I want to share one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve had: Switzerland!
Imagine living in wooden cabins surrounded by nature—waking up to the sound of birds and the scent of wood, having breakfast with volunteers from all around the world, then spending just two hours planting something small, cleaning, cooking, or helping with light maintenance 🌿.
That’s it! The rest of the day? You walk through the forest, reflect, read, hike, or simply relax and breathe.
This place isn’t just peaceful—it’s an invitation to slow down… and live life more mindfully. 💛
🌟 Please Read – Program Overview
🎯 Semi-Solo Volunteering:
• Volunteer only 2 hours a day
• The rest of the day is yours—to live, explore, travel, and enjoy
• You choose the time period that works for you (a full month is not required!)
Tasks may include:
• Cleaning cabins and facilities
• Gardening
• Helping with cooking
• Light maintenance and repair work
• Private room
• 3 healthy vegetarian meals per day
• Mental and emotional wellness workshops
• Daily connection with nature and a simple, authentic lifestyle
• Scenic hiking trails
• Waterfalls and lakes nearby
• Free time to reflect and recharge in nature
1. ✈️ Choose your airport:
You have 3 possible arrival options:
◦ Zurich Airport (ZRH) – Switzerland
◦ Geneva Airport (GVA) – Switzerland
◦ Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Italy ✅
2. 🚆 From the airport to a main train station:
◦ From Zurich or Geneva: Take a direct train to Zurich HB or Genève Cornavin.
◦ From Milan Malpensa: Travel to Domodossola station, then continue into Switzerland.
3. Final train destination:
Arrive at Goppenstein station – the closest station to Kippel village.
4. 🚌 From Goppenstein to Kippel:
Take the local bus no. 591 (PostAuto) and get off at Kippel, Dorf (the village center).
5. 🚶♂️ From the bus stop to your accommodation:
Walk 5–10 minutes on foot, or coordinate with the local host to be picked up—depending on your arrival time.
Program available:
May 1, 2026 – November 1, 2026
(Flexible date selection)
• Download the SBB Mobile app or use Google Maps to make transit easier.
• Try to arrive before sunset for safer and clearer mountain travel.
• Lost or confused? Contact us immediately—we’ll guide you step by step!
Click the booking button and enter your basic information. After registration, you will be redirected to the payment page
You will be redirected to the deposit payment page. A payment link will also be automatically sent to your email
After paying the deposit, the program leader will contact you to complete the remaining details such as flight booking and additional information related to the program
After paying the deposit, you will be contacted to complete the remaining details and pay the remaining amount before the trip
In this type of travel, you’ll head out alone from your home country without a group or a team leader — but it won’t be a lonely trip. Instead, it’s a rich and vibrant experience surrounded by volunteers from all over the world.
🔹 You’re not alone out there!
Although you’ll begin the journey on your own, you’ll join a group of volunteers from diverse cultures and backgrounds. You’ll live, work, and learn with people who share your passion for personal growth and positive impact.
🔹 The ideal duration? At least two weeks
Participation length varies by program, but it typically requires a minimum of two weeks. The longer you stay, the deeper and more transformative the experience becomes on a personal level.
🔹 An experience that will change your life
We believe this kind of journey is one of the most powerful ways to invest in yourself, face your fears, and break away from societal routine. That’s why we wholeheartedly encourage you to take the leap — your life before and after the experience will never be the same.
🔹 We’re more than just a travel platform
From the moment you sign up to the moment you return, we’re with you every step of the way: offering emotional and logistical support, preparing and guiding you throughout your entire journey.
💡 Important note:
If you’re feeling hesitant or afraid to take this step, you’re welcome to join a personal, motivational workshop led by project founder Yazan Badarna — specially designed to help you overcome fear and doubt and take that first step.
✨ Thousands have gone before you
Hundreds of people have already taken part in this journey with HomeAwe — and each one returned with a unique story, a stronger heart, and a renewed outlook on life.