Farm and Homestay in Bohol, Philippines
The experience
Stay in our peaceful farm homestay among mango trees, veggies, chickens & goats. Help with daily regenerative tasks: harvesting, feeding, composting, and photography. Enjoy simple shared meals, learn no-spray methods, and sleep in basic eco-cabins. Expect 5–6 hours of hands-on work, morning animal care, and evenings around the fire. A genuine rural immersion.
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Animal Care:
Help look after and take care of animals.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming:
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 5
Per day
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities
Description:
$5 to start with. it can be minimal considering food is sourced from the farm. it may rise reasonably depending on the circumstances.
What you get
2 days off per week
Team Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Tent:
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Permaculture Course:
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Beginner English or Beginner Korean
Between 18 and 50 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
(to be arranged)
Regenerative Farm Homestay Volunteer Program
Program Overview
Stay in our peaceful farm homestay among mango trees, veggies, chickens & goats. Help with daily regenerative tasks: harvesting, feeding, composting, and photography. Enjoy simple shared meals, learn no-spray methods, and sleep in basic eco-cabins. Expect 5–6 hours of hands-on work, morning animal care, and evenings around the fire. A genuine rural immersion.
Your Impact
By collaborating with us, volunteers directly support sustainable food systems: closing nutrient loops, building soil carbon, reducing food miles, and modeling low-impact living. Your work helps restore biodiversity, cares for animals humanely, and strengthens local food resilience.
Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|------|----------|
| 7:00–8:30 AM | Morning animal care (feed goats & chickens, collect eggs) |
| 8:30–9:00 AM | Shared breakfast |
| 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Main farm work (harvesting, weeding, composting, fencing) |
| 12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch + rest |
| 1:00–3:00 PM | Free time / siesta |
| 3:00–6:00 PM | Afternoon tasks (processing harvest, mulching, goat milking, workshops) |
| 7:00–8:00 PM | Dinner together |
| 8:00–10:00 PM | Evening around fire (skill shares, storytelling, stargazing) |
Types of Tasks
Harvesting: Mangoes, seasonal vegetables, herbs
Animal care: Feeding goats & chickens, egg collection, goat milking, coop cleaning
Soil building: Composting, mulching, weeding, bed preparation
Photography: Documenting farm life for social media (2 hours/week, optional)
Maintenance: Basic fence
**activities:**
(To be arranged)
6:00 AM – Optional sunrise harvest
7:00 AM – Morning shift begins
9:30 AM – Morning shift ends
9:30–10:00 AM – Clean tools, wash hands
10:00–10:30 AM – Shared breakfast
10:30 AM–12:00 PM – Free time (shower, rest, read)
12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00–3:00 PM – Siesta / quiet hours
3:00 PM – Afternoon shift begins
6:00 PM – Afternoon shift ends
6:00–7:00 PM – Clean up, shower, personal time
7:00–8:00 PM – Dinner
8:00–9:30 PM – Evening fire circle (optional)
9:30–10:00 PM – Prepare for next day (lay out clothes, fill water bottle)
10:00 PM – Quiet hours begin
**rules:**
Farm Homestay Volunteer Program – Rules & Regulations
1. Working Hours & Commitment
Minimum stay: 1 week Maximum: 4 weeks
Work days: 5 days per week (two consecutive rest days)
Daily work: 5–6 hours total (split into morning and afternoon shifts)
Punctuality: Arrive at your assigned shift on time. Three late arrivals (over 15 minutes without notice) = warning; fourth = dismissal.
2. Conduct & Community
Respect all life: No cruelty, chasing, or shouting at animals. Handle plants and tools with care.
No violence, theft, or harassment – immediate dismissal without deposit refund.
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM. No loud music, shouting, or parties.
Shared spaces: Clean up after yourself in kitchen, dining, bathroom, and common areas.
Alcohol: Limited to one small drink after dinner only. No drinking during work hours or before morning shifts.
3. Sustainability Rules (Strictly Enforced)
No synthetic chemicals: No pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or non-biodegradable soaps/shampoos.
Zero single-use plastics: No plastic bottles, bags, cutlery, or wrappers. Bring reusable containers.
Compost everything: All organic waste goes to compost or chickens (ask if unsure).
Water conservation: Solar shower limited to 5 minutes warm water per person/day. Turn off taps while soaping.
No littering:Pack in, pack out. Take all non-compostable trash with you when you leave.
4. Safety & Health
(to be arranged upon arrival)
Activities & Shift
(To be arranged)
6:00 AM – Optional sunrise harvest
7:00 AM – Morning shift begins
9:30 AM – Morning shift ends
9:30–10:00 AM – Clean tools, wash hands
10:00–10:30 AM – Shared breakfast
10:30 AM–12:00 PM – Free time (shower, rest, read)
12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00–3:00 PM – Siesta / quiet hours
3:00 PM – Afternoon shift begins
6:00 PM – Afternoon shift ends
6:00–7:00 PM – Clean up, shower, personal time
7:00–8:00 PM – Dinner
8:00–9:30 PM – Evening fire circle (optional)
9:30–10:00 PM – Prepare for next day (lay out clothes, fill water bottle)
10:00 PM – Quiet hours begin
Rules
Farm Homestay Volunteer Program – Rules & Regulations
1. Working Hours & Commitment
Minimum stay: 1 week Maximum: 4 weeks
Work days: 5 days per week (two consecutive rest days)
Daily work: 5–6 hours total (split into morning and afternoon shifts)
Punctuality: Arrive at your assigned shift on time. Three late arrivals (over 15 minutes without notice) = warning; fourth = dismissal.
2. Conduct & Community
Respect all life: No cruelty, chasing, or shouting at animals. Handle plants and tools with care.
No violence, theft, or harassment – immediate dismissal without deposit refund.
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM. No loud music, shouting, or parties.
Shared spaces: Clean up after yourself in kitchen, dining, bathroom, and common areas.
Alcohol: Limited to one small drink after dinner only. No drinking during work hours or before morning shifts.
3. Sustainability Rules (Strictly Enforced)
No synthetic chemicals: No pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or non-biodegradable soaps/shampoos.
Zero single-use plastics: No plastic bottles, bags, cutlery, or wrappers. Bring reusable containers.
Compost everything: All organic waste goes to compost or chickens (ask if unsure).
Water conservation: Solar shower limited to 5 minutes warm water per person/day. Turn off taps while soaping.
No littering:Pack in, pack out. Take all non-compostable trash with you when you leave.
4. Safety & Health
(to be arranged upon arrival)