Holistic Center Figueiró dos Vinhos, Portugal

5.0
(4 reviews)4

Nature and Art Retreat Center

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals
4 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture
4 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
6 weeks

The Experience

Join our Work Exchange Residency and experience life in a peaceful, creative, and nature-based environment. We are looking for an independent and motivated person to join our space for a 20-hour-per-week work exchange. Includes gardening, light farm and building activities, and caring for animals such as sheep and chickens. Willingness to learn, be hands-on, and feel comfortable in a rural setting. Includes dinner Sunday to Thursday.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Portuguese
  • Over 20 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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4 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Holistic Center

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 4 Meeting locals
  • 4 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Get in touch with nature
  • 3 Learning about sustainability
  • 2 Developing environmental awareness
  • 2 Meeting international travelers
Sonja

Germany

5

I honestly had the best time here! From the very first second, I felt so welcome, comfortable, and well taken care of. The mix of adventure, comfort, the Center, animals, and relaxing by the pool was absolutely perfect. I loved cooking together, spending time with the animals, and exploring new places. Noor also made sure we had plenty of adventures, so I was never bored for even a second! The work felt meaningful, and I learned so much during my two weeks here. I'm leaving feeling incredibly happy, balanced, and fulfilled and I honestly could have stayed forever. would recommend this place!

1 day ago

Selene

United Kingdom

5

This was my first Worldpackers experience and I fear it will be hard to top the time I spent with Noor and Deborah; this was truly a life changing journey! For me, the opportunity landed right when I needed it. It was also a special time to join them as they were preparing for their first the Center guests to arrive. Due to this the work was mostly manual, which was great for me, but I think during other periods the work will be more gardening and looking after the animals (& cutie patootie cats) alongside property maintenance. So if this is what you're looking for - JUMP at the chance! The BEST.

about 2 months ago


Deborah & Noor replied

Selene was an amazing volunteer! Her work ethic is very professional, she has the abilities to see things that need doing before you even ask for it. Her work experience in hospitality and food, prepared her for working in our kitchen and her curiosity and desire to always learn more enabled her to work quickly in the garden and learn so much. We became good friends and she adopted well too living on the farm. We look forward to seeing her again as we have become friends.

Wendy

South Africa

4

There was some misunderstanding on both sides for my week 2 which is why I had to cut my stay short. The hots were lovely and welcoming and I really appreciated their kindness.

The hosts preferred everyone to work together so if that’s not your vibe then you might not like that and every evening cooking dinner together is a thing.

about 2 months ago

Erik

Germany

5

It was my first Woldpackers experience. I stayed in a large tent with a bed for myself. Most of the week I worked from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and had weekends off; it's important to mention that you are responsible for sticking to your own working hours, and I was reminded of this as well. Not only Deborah and Noor welcomed me warmly, but the other staff as well, which made it for me a truly unforgettable experience that I will gladly look back on.

about 1 month ago

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