Animal Shelter Skyros, Greece

5.0
(14 reviews)14

Explore amazing Skyros and care for rare endangered ponies

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
7 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
13 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
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What you offer

24h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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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.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Certificate
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Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
30 days
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Hi Potential volunteer I'm hoping to find some genuine helpful volunteers to support our non profit non income project during a time of change. We have just had a completely unexpected last minute cancellation & are looking for a volunteer immediately You will be involved in helping with the daily care of - 34 ponies (watering, mucking out pooh picking & caring for) & also 17 rescue cats , 4 rescue dogs , an old eccentric goat & some chickens.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner Greek
  • Between 19 and 46 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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14 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Animal Shelter

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 9 Meeting international travelers
  • 8 Practicing English
  • 6 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 6 15. Life on land
  • 5 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 2 5. Gender equality
  • 1 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Isobel

United Kingdom

5

I spent 6 weeks here and loved every moment! Amanda is really lovely and all the animals are very sweet! Be prepared for hard work but your help and commitment is really a necessity and appreciated on the farm! There's always something to do or somewhere to go- seeing a dance festival in the village or visiting beautiful beaches on my day off! If you're thinking about helping out please do- I'd definitely recommend to anyone into horses, outdoors or animals! I will definitely be returning to this wonderful place!!!

5 months ago


Amanda replied

Thank you for everything Issie going to miss you as will all the animals particularly Fred ☺

Chloe

United Kingdom

5

I loved my time at the farm&extended my stay.The ponies excellent care is forefront.Amanda has knowledge in many areas but lmtd time-I never realised how much work it takes to run a nonprofit!The days follow a routine, organised with clear manual tasks.You need to engage for 4/5 hours to make the most of it! The 3 energetic rescue dogs need time to adjust to new people and strict boundaries, but are lovely. The room is basic but has all essentials, the area offers peace&quiet& stunning night sky. Food is tasty and nutritious. The beach is close and village is 10km away, easy to hitchhike!

8 months ago


Amanda replied

Thank you Chloe for everything . Looking forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future !! Take good care - We all miss you both 2 legged and 4..

Mea

Finland

5

I really enjoyed my time at skyros. I think there was enough work and enough free time. One day a week was a free day when I could go to the city or the beach. I recommend this place to everyone who likes horses and simple and peacefull life style.

about 2 years ago


Amanda replied

Dear Mea Thank you for everything. It was lovely to meet you. We very much hope to see you again one day.

Hanna

Germany

5

I'm glad I could support Amanda's and Stathis incredible project. They care for their animals more than well. The work and accommodation is as described and the area is very pretty. It's a good opportunity if you are looking for a place to calm down and be around lots of animals. I liked the volunteer team, it was always nice and I met great people :)

over 2 years ago


Amanda replied

Hanna Thank you for all your help and especially the hay deliveries.. We wish you all the best and hope you travels and adventures are going well.

Rosalie

Netherlands

5

It's a great place. Amanda and Stathie are nice people and they make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. The work can be hard if you're not used to it. But you will gain strength during your time here. I was supposed to stay for 2 months but instead I stayed 4, so I definitely recommend it.

over 2 years ago


Amanda replied

Rosie Thank you for all your help and support. Hope your travels and adventures are going well.

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