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Argentina
I don't have enough words to say how amazing this volunteering has been. The tasks were diverse and really interesting; I gave a hand in the farm, around the house and in the restaurant, helping in cleaning, setting tables and keeping all tidy. I learned a lot about Turkish culture, the daily life and the farm food! Asli is a wonderful woman; she made me feel at home and showed me all about their culture. All the people were truly kind with me, making me feel part of the group, even if I couldn't speak the language. I recommend 100%!! Teşekkürler ♡
6 months ago
Colombia
Honestly, such an amazing experience ✨ Asly is a great host and a really kind person. The house is beautiful, the vineyard is just stunning, and the people you work with are always super helpful. The food is also sooo good, and you get to try new things all the time. The only thing I'd say could be better is the organization of the work schedule, but other than that, everything was great. You learn a lot, have a really nice time, and they're always there if you need anything. Definitely a place I'd recommend! 🌿🍇☕
7 months ago
Johana stayed with us in March, she was a very pleasant lady and helped us with a smiling face all the time. It was nice to have her around ı would recommend her to other hosts. The only thing I would say would be she needs to improve her English.
Australia
I had a really interesting two weeks staying with Asli. Work was split between the farm at the house and waitressing at the restaurant on the vinyard nearby (most of the work was here but I think it varies). The work was very easy and I had lots of free time. There wasn't a lot of communication around when and where I would be working but there were some unforeseen circumstances at the time that meant everything was a little up in the air so that was ok. The food being prepared is amazing, both the winery and Asli's place are beautiful and there is a supermarket just down the road.
about 1 year ago
Egypt
Asli has a wonderful home and it was inspiring to watch her run her business. The rest of the team is kind, funny, and you'll learn a lot about working in a kitchen and eat lots of good food. Location is so beautiful, full of nice beaches and Turkey's public transport is pretty easy to navigate + you'll get a ride when possible. Hours are good, agreed upon and I liked the work. Beautiful, balanced experience that I would recommend and do again.
over 3 years ago
Denmark
Had a great time at Asli's. Got to learn loads about Turkish food, politics, language and culture. Worked both in the house helping with the farm, and waitering at the restaurant. This place is ideal for you, if you have a background in food, and wanna get to know the Mediterranean cuisine!
over 3 years ago
United States
I left early, as this experience didn't work for me. Beyond the farm class, you were expected to work as a server at a restaurant. Sometimes up to twelve hour days.
over 3 years ago
Ireland
I want to preface this by saying that I enjoyed my time here, but there are some problems with this job that need to be discussed 1. Communication and organization are lacking. Even the description of this job on Worldpackers is wrong ( in the summer you work in a winery in Bodrum) 2. The room they gave me was really rough; it was dirty, had a broken toilet, no wifi, no drinkable water, no communal kitchen, and poisonous scorpions. I wish I could go into more detail, but this app only gives so much space. Again, I liked working here, these are just some observations to take into account
over 3 years ago
Australia
This was mostly a nice experience. The food was delicious, the house was lovely and everyone I met was very kind. However I often felt like I didn't know what was going on. There was a lack of communication about when I would be working. Also there were some very long days. I did one 12 hour one and only got two stops for 15 mins each to eat. The current description is also misleading. I had a roommate for half my the farm even though it says you get a private room. There was also no bike ready for use and I worked half of the time at a vineyard restaurant not at the farm.
over 3 years ago
United States
Hours: sporadic but reasonable at times Location (if on site): beautiful but far from everything. Host: initial communication could be better but nice lady. Work: they work the hell out of you in those 30 hours but you do learn a lot. Co workers: great and you meet lots of people. The chef you work with (Delek) is very patient and professional. The accommodations are either at the hosts house, or on the vineyard itself. If you are on the vineyard, there are issues with the water. We (me and others in the residence on site) didn't have water for days sometimes. 3/5 if I'm being honest.
over 3 years ago
Croatia
My experience was nothing short of amazing! I stayed for 4 weeks and do not regret a single second of it. I worked at the restoraunt at Karnas Vineyards as well as had the unique opportunity to assist in the wine making process. From day one everyone wanted to meet me and I could really feel that they want me there and made me a part of their family. In the beggining I shared a house with another volunteer that later left leaving me alone in the house. The house had everything I needed except a wifi connection which would have been nice.
about 4 years ago
