The Camino Project brings four very important things together for us : the love for animals, for nature, the joy of walking and the dream of going on the Saint James Trail.

We need volunteers who love to walk and are fit enough to do so, for a minimum of one week at a time. People who are prepared to share a unique experience with other walkers and the dogs, with joy and a spirit of adventure.

You can take part from just one week up to all seven weeks of the complete walk. This can be a fun and interesting way to spend a week’s holiday, meet people from all over Europe and become part of an event that is starting a new conscience in people, a better world.

ADANA organizes the accommodation, food, transport of luggage, etc. for a contribution of 380€ per week to our costs. We make no profit from this part of the adventure. Click on the link below to find out more about the possibility to get your expenses sponsored.

Once, confirmed availability, please fill out your application form and send it by post to: ADANA - El Camino; Apartado de Correos 466; 29680 Estepona, Málaga.

To pay your walkers contribution (after confirming availability):

Please use our secure Internet Banking

You can also make a bank transfer to our Spanish Bank Account:
2103 1102 34 0030000789,
IBAN: ES88 2103 1102 3400 3000 0789,
SWIFT/BIC CODE: UCJAES2M

Please don't forget to put as concept: El Camino and the week(s) you will be participating

Or send a cheque in the name of ADANA (please only in Euros) to APARTADO DE CORRES 466, 2968 ESTEPONA, MALAGA, SPAIN

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Volunteer Applicant Conditions: 

1. As you are handling ADANA dogs, for the duration of the walk, you are considered an ADANA Volunteer.
2. Volunteers must be 18 or more years old.
3. You must be in a good physical condition and be capable of walking an average of 24 kms per day at a sustained 4kms/hr.
4. You should be comfortable to share the walk with dogs. Every volunteer will have to take one ADANA dog. All dogs must be kept on lead at all times. The dogs will be carefully selected and trained by ADANA before the walk. We will accept a limited number of own dogs, please check for availability.
5. Our tour guide is also the tour leader, all volunteers must be prepared to follow his instructions.
6. Volunteers should arrive at the local accommodation, of the starting point of the stage chosen, the evening before the start day.
7. You are advised to have a confirmed flight to Spain prior to applying.
8. Spirit of adventure. Keep in mind that we are sharing a benefit walk, not a luxury tour; volunteers must be prepared to be flexible with accommodation and to walk in all weather conditions. We are starting in Spring, so it is quite likely that we will get some rain. The type of accommodation provided has been selected according to local availability on the way. We will be staying in Hotels, Pensions, Pilgrim Hostels or in Cabañas on Camping Places. Wherever possible the dogs will be permitted to sleep in the rooms with the walkers.
9. You must be able to work as part of a team, respect all members of the group and show respect for animals and the countryside.
10. Volunteer’s contribution to costs per week is 380€. (Insurance included). There will be a discount if you book more than one week.
11. A 50% deposit (per volunteer) is required on application with the balance payable before the 25th February 2009. Please arrange the required deposit via our secure server after you receive approval of your application. We cannot accept this at the time of arrival.  All payments are non-refundable.
12. Transport to/from beginning/end of the walk will only be provided by ADANA to/from local bus-stops.
13. Sponsorship: Every volunteer should attract sponsorship for the walk. You can download our sponsorship form here.
14. All volunteers accept that they are solely responsible for their own health, safety and belongings and that they fully understand and accept the conditions outlined above. All volunteers are required to sign a disclaimer and provide emergency contact info before starting the walk.