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Quinta das abelhas
Contact with nature and animals
We work toward ecological sustainability and the evolution of human consciousness
The Mondego River, one of Portugal's largest, is a 15/20 minute walk away
We are building a space for meditation and related workshops
We have excellent facilities with self-contained spaces and a private kitchen where you can cook your own meals
A permaculture farm started 25 years ago, which was later abandoned, and we are now rehabilitating it
We have many years of volunteer experience and we respect and value the independence of volunteers and their needs, always seeking the harmony of the space we share.
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About the experience in: Tabua, Portugal
Uruguay
The project is a place full of peace, surrounded by nature and with a very welcoming atmosphere. From the first day we felt welcomed by Constanza and Wolfgang, always warm, respectful and willing to accompany us. The tasks were varied, allowing us to learn and collaborate in different ways. Thanks to Constanza, Wolfgang and Shan for opening the doors of their home to us. We take with us beautiful memories, learnings and an experience that we highly recommend.
4 months ago
About the experience in: Tabua, Portugal
Uruguay
Quinta das Abelhas is a beautiful and peaceful place, surrounded by nature. We received comfortable lodging and healthy and abundant food. Constanza and Wolfgang were excellent hosts, always attentive and trusting in our abilities. The tasks were varied and allowed us to contribute from our skills. Thanks to Constanza, Wolfgang, and Shan for welcoming us into their home and sharing their way of living. It was an enriching experience that we will remember with great affection.
4 months ago
About the experience in: Tabua, Portugal
Hungary
The first week was good but then it took a turn. Communication is key and I can't say there was any. Instructions weren't clear for the tasks and my work was never good enough. Usually never heard a thank you or good job and I did my best as always. We couldn't use electricity other than charging our phone. The only good thing was the orange trees and the beautiful nature around us. All my other experience was exceptionally good but this one unfortunately didn't work out for me I just didn't enjoy being there and she was keep telling me I have bad energies.
5 months ago
Constança replied
Definitely the only problem is you that couldn’t listen as many times i allays thanks but your work was really not good in 5 tasks that you did here no one was correct or even near and had to repeat and repeat and show that have restrictions in use your body that’s why change after one week ! Just because your resistance to take explication from women! The only thing with electric that I said no was for washing up machine but I paid an out side wash
Big ego !
About the experience in: Tabua, Portugal
United States
The land and animals were great. Got along with all the cats and dogs. Felt welcomed at first, then judged me off my energy saying I didnt want to work b/c of another volunteer, my age group and my country. Lacked perspective when I told her my lifestyle is different. Opened the door while I was asleep on a stormy night to flip the switch for the generator & didnt feel comfortable especially since it was my first experience doing this. Lack of food for work outside. Left us behind on grocery day less food next week. Petty till the end, accusations for theft, cant even fit the rest on here.
5 months ago
About the experience in: Tabua, Portugal
Portugal
One of the best experiences ever! Felt as part of the family and learned a lot with them!
Peregrina made me feel in a safe place, and everyone was kind to me.
I connected with nature and with all the animals in the farm.
And I would say that I'm not good at socializing or interacting with people, but there it never felt like a problem. I'm very grateful for this amazing experience. <3
6 months ago