Farm Nova Varoš, Serbia

4.5
(17 reviews)17

Experienced, advanced and confident horse rider needed!

Help a sustainable project
14 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
16 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
12 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

32h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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
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What you get

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

We're a small family owned farm, breeding Serbian mountain horses, growing our own organic food, slowly working towards sustainability. Help is needed in riding/caring for horses and supporting on rides/lessons. You should have a secure seat, be confident riding out on young horses, have ground work and flat work skills etc. We might also need a hand with hay, gardening, wood gathering, maintenance etc. Help would be greatly appreciated!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Serbian
  • Between 18 and 60 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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17 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Farm

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 16 Get in touch with nature
  • 12 Learning about sustainability
  • 12 Developing environmental awareness
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 10 Meeting locals
  • 6 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 13 15. Life on land
  • 12 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 10 3. Good health and well-being
Louise

Germany

5

I don't even know where to start in order to summarize what a special time I had with Iva. Of course, the region is incredibly beautiful and unique. Still, it's Iva, above all, who makes this place so special. During my time there, I learned so many new things about horses, nature, and life. It was incredibly interesting to have the opportunity to help out together in nature, far away from the big cities. Thank you so much, Iva (and Hebe, of course) - it truly was amazing:)!

about 1 month ago


Iva replied

Dear Louise, thank you once again for your help, your support and company. You are a gem and you are welcome back any time!

Hebe

New Zealand

5

I had an awesome time at my stay here! Disconnected from city life, the nature was stunning and the animals were very cute and friendly. Iva was a great host, and I felt like I got to experience lots of Serbian culture and see many different and cool sites around the area thanks to her!
It was also very interesting to experience living more sustainably off the land, I learnt lots about farming and horses in my time here :)

about 1 month ago


Iva replied

Dear Hebe, thank you so much and come back any time!

Tegan

United Kingdom

5

Iva was an excellent host! She was so welcoming and accommodating. I learnt so much from this experience with Iva, from horses, Serbia to general life skills. I would 100% recommend! Thank you!

3 months ago

Mona

France

5

Iva, thank you so much for these wonderful three weeks! I spent my days working with and training horses for the trekking season, and quickly grew attached to them. It is clear how much you care about your horses and their well-being.
I also really enjoyed spending time with you and learning from your experience in the horse world. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, stories, and way of life. Swimming in the lake and discovering the area together were great bonuses.
These three weeks were rewarding, and full of great memories. I wish you all the best and hope our paths cross again one again.

4 months ago


Iva replied

Dear Mona, thank you! Not only for your help, but also for being the amazing person you are. I would love to have you here again at any time!

Emily

Germany

5

I had a wonderful stay at Iva's. I loved the work, with the horses and around the house. The rides are amazing and the nature is so beautiful. If you enjoy the quite and want to have time for yourself in nature with nothing but animals and trees., this place is for you. :) Iva made me feel very welcome and the food she cooked was always amazing. She always tries to m accomedate fmy needs regarding food, which was very sweet. SadlyI had to cut my stay short d but I would sefinatly come back to visit again in the future. :)

5 months ago

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