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Permaculture project Samoeng District, Thailand
Help us build a better world starting in Thailand =]
What you offer
15h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Social Work
- Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Farming
- Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
Additional fee required
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of Worldpackers’ annual plans.
Amount
- US$ 10
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
We ask for a small contribution to help with food, and accommodation costs, and to support our project
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Private Room
- You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
- 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.
- Permaculture Course
- Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
- Support
- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
- Stay at least
- 1 week
The Experience
Our organic farm is a Sustainable Living Project initiated by a small group of people in Thailand. It is run by me, Pinan Jim (a Buddhist Monk for 16 years), and my wife Pinan Tea Kumsrisom. You can help us to plant seeds, grow vegetables and pick it. Also, assist in the kitchen using the food we harvest and help with construction. We also have meditation practices that volunteers can join!
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English
- Between 18 and 55 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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57 Reviews
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Hours & Tasks
Permaculture Project
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 42 Get in touch with nature
- 37 Immersing in the local culture
- 33 Meeting locals
- 29 Learning about sustainability
- 28 Meeting international travelers
- 21 Developing environmental awareness
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 25 3. Good health and well-being
- 21 2. Zero hunger
- 16 13. Climate action
Lavater
Virgin Islands (Us)
We enjoyed everything about this volunteer experience. I learned so much about sustainability and agriculture than I thought possible. Pinan Jim and Pinan Tea were so pleasant and easy to work with. I absolutely loved the food, it was fresh and came with a feeling of accomplishment as we often picked our herbs and vegetables for meals. I would recommend this assignment to anyone wanting to get in touch with nature or to even just get back in touch with themselves.
22 days ago
Justin
Australia
My time at the project was really peaceful and a nice break! Pinan Jim & Pinan Tea were both very lovely people, and it definitely felt homely the longer I stayed :) The food was simple yet really delicious too! The work is very minimal, usually from about 9-12, with no forced work. If you aren't feeling it for the day, they won't force you to do anything at all. It was very laidback and I felt comfortable with everything we did, sometimes planting avocado seeds or transporting mulch onto garden beds. Overall, it's a really peaceful spot, I recommend bringing a book too.
22 days ago
Devin
United States
Our stay at the project was deeply rewarding. Nestled in the Chiang Mai mountains, we were welcomed like family. The volunteer work, from clearing bamboo for a rain-catching system to gardening, was both engaging and satisfying. Each task allowed us to see the impact of our efforts. Evenings were filled with delicious Lanna-style meals and cultural exchanges. The warmth of Pinan Jim and his family made us feel truly at home. We left with new skills, cherished memories, and a global family. Highly recommended!
28 days ago
Elijah
United States
My experience at the project was amazing! The farm is such a peaceful and welcoming environment. Truly a great place connect with nature, yourself and other travelers. I expected to learn more about meditation, Buddhism, and yoga, but it seems Pinan Jim doesn't teach like he once did. Although Pinan Jim and Pinan Tea are very kind and welcoming. In the future it would be great to see some more lead teachings on subjects like Buddhism, Lanna culture, bio construction, or permaculture. Although my expectations within learning about these things wasn't meant I still recommend staying here
about 1 month ago
Grace
United Kingdom
Our experience at the project was really enriching. We didn't have much experience with farm work so it was really interesting to learn about permaculture and take part in the day to day gardening. The facilities are basic but have everything needed to have a comfortable stay and was a lovely change from what we are used to. The food was incredible! Pinan Tea is such a great cook and teacher. Pinan Jim is also a very interesting man we especially loved his singing! All in all it was a fab experience and we just wish we had stayed longer! Thanks again😊
about 1 month ago
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