Farm Ģibuļi Parish, Latvia

5.0
(37 reviews)37

Live with deer by the lake — hot tub & free car included! 🦌

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
22 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
34 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
27 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

4h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
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.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Surfboards
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Certificate
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Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Come and experience real life on our forest ranch in Latvia! We live surrounded by forests and a lake together with spotted deer, alpacas, sheep, goats and dogs. We are looking for positive and independent volunteers who enjoy practical work and want to become part of our everyday ranch life. The tasks depend on the season. In summer, you may help us prepare and clean our guesthouses, keep the territory beautiful, take care of animals and help

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Intermediate Latvian
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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37 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farm

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 34 Get in touch with nature
  • 27 Immersing in the local culture
  • 24 Meeting international travelers
  • 23 Meeting locals
  • 17 Practicing English
  • 11 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 17 15. Life on land
  • 14 3. Good health and well-being
  • 9 13. Climate action
  • 2 1. No poverty
Anthony

United Kingdom

5

An absolutely amazing time, so much so that the morning of my departure I couldn't help but feel a sense of wistfulness as I was saying goodbye to not only my fellow volunteers (friends) and the hosts family. One month flew past, bonding and spending time with everyone felt like a holiday like no other. The work was fun it was exactly what I had hoped and more I learnt lots and was able to spend time in nature and a beautiful and enjoyable place. This was my first trip with worldpackers and as a volunteer, the farm is one that I would recommend and talk about with anyone who will ask.

2 months ago

Jamila

Germany

5

Kirill and Natalia are the kindest and warmest people I have ever met. From day one, I felt completely at ease and well looked after with them. They were always friendly and attentive to my needs. During my time there, I felt like part of a small family along with Natalia, Kirill, their children, and the other volunteers. We often sat outside together in the evenings, shared meals, and had a lot of fun. I had absolutely no negative experiences with them! This was my first experience with Worldpackers, and I can highly recommend them to anyone.

3 months ago

Felipe

Colombia

5

The farm is just extraordinary! It is a place in the middle of the nature. You will be able to share so many good moments like bbq, family dinners with host and his family. They welcoming you to be part of the family. The tasks are from helping cleaning hot tubs to feed animals and make the cabins for the guests. However, you are surrounded by beautiful countryside. Thank you for making me part of the family! I will go back for sure 🫶🏼

3 months ago

Lukas

Mexico

5

It was very nice, the place is super beautiful, Kirill is super chill with the hours and work schedule, he along with his wife are super friendly and welcoming, i loved the work and helping with whatever i can, they let you borrow a car. Kirill tried to spend as much time as possible with volunteers and took us to a concert, made barbecue and bought beer, they always make sure you are alright, you can go to a lot of pretty nice nearby places like kuldiga or Riga. Im very happy and thankful with them for the opportunity, the meaningful experience and the time i spent with them

6 months ago

Theophile

France

5

It was my first volunteering experience and it was even better than I expected. I really felt that the owners, Kirill and Natalia, truly care about their volunteers. They are very kind and friendly! They often invited us to share nice moments together (barbecues, meals, etc.). I had to go back home after one month, otherwise I would have stayed longer without hesitation! I was working remotely at the same time, and the internet connection was good, even though we were in a magical place surrounded by nature. I loved the winter atmosphere. the farm will definitely be missed! :)

8 months ago

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