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Experience the complete journey of Hanjeli, from planting and harvesting to traditional post-harvest processing. Volunteers will work alongside local farmers, learn sustainable farming practices, pound Hanjeli using a traditional wooden mortar and pestle, and separate grains using a traditional winnowing tray. This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to discover rural life, local traditions, and the cultural importance of Hanjeli.
15 hours of help per week
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Amount: US$ 10 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: The USD 10 daily contribution covers your accommodation and meals during your stay. It also helps support the sustainability of our community-based tourism program, which involves local farmers, women’s groups, artisans, cultural performers, homestay hosts, and village guides. Your participation directly contributes to empowering the local community and preserving our cultural heritage. 🌾😊
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Hanjeli is a traditional grain that has been cultivated by local communities for generations. This program allows volunteers to experience every stage of the farming process, from planting and harvesting in the fields to traditional processing methods used by local farmers. Volunteers will learn how Hanjeli is prepared for consumption through hands-on activities such as pounding the grain with a wooden mortar and pestle and winnowing it with a traditional bamboo tray. Through these experiences, participants gain a deeper understanding of local agriculture, food heritage, and sustainable rural livelihoods.
Volunteers will participate in activities for approximately 2–4 hours per day, depending on farming schedules and seasonal conditions.
Main activities may include:
• Planting and caring for Hanjeli crops alongside local farmers.
• Harvesting mature Hanjeli in the fields.
• Learning about sustainable farming practices and local agricultural traditions.
• Pounding Hanjeli using a traditional wooden mortar and pestle.
• Winnowing and cleaning grains using a traditional bamboo tray.
• Learning how Hanjeli is prepared for food and other community products.
• Participating in cultural exchange with farmers and community members.
• Supporting documentation and promotion of village farming activities when needed.
Schedules may vary depending on weather conditions, planting seasons, harvest periods, and community activities.
Respect local culture, traditions, and community values.
Dress modestly during community activities.
Be respectful toward local families, children, and fellow participants.
