Equestrian Farm in Northern Portugal

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature: 3 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 2 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

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

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.

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.

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 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!

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 1 week

Stay up to: 3 weeks

The Experience

Join us at our equestrian farm in the peaceful countryside of Northern Portugal and experience a unique opportunity to connect with nature and animals. You will care for horses, donkeys, dogs, and other animals, learn about animal care, and contribute to the growth of the farm. If you're passionate about animals, proactive, and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Come grow with us and enjoy life in the countryside!

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Requirements

Beginner Portuguese or Intermediate English
Between 18 and 35 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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3 Reviews

3.5

Host & Team

3.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Farm

4.5

Learning & Fun

3.0

How this experience will transform you

3 Get in touch with nature
2 Immersing in the local culture
2 Developing environmental awareness
1 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 15. Life on land

Hosam

Norway

I had high hopes for my Worldpackers experience, It was my first experience and I really wanted to connect with nature and ride horses . but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. From the start, there was very little interaction beyond work-related tasks. While I understand that volunteering involves responsibilities, the workload kept increasing daily, making it not feel so good .Additionally, there was no real effort to build connections or create a welcoming atmosphere. After four days, I decided to leave as the experience wasn't what I had hoped for.

about 1 month ago

Alexandra

Germany

I almost spent 2 week there and I have to say that it didnt feel that long at all. The time run because your days were always full of unexpected experiences, work and fun times. Hard work and ambition is demanded what teached me to show more discipline and motivation in life. I learned to ignore my fears and that it really made me grow as a person. The minimalistic lifestyle is teaching you to appreciate much more in life. A point that could get improved is a better communication and a bit more speaking of English. Sending love and a big Thank you to Carmo, Violette, Rafa and George!

about 2 months ago

Ashley

United States

I had a good time volunteering with Violette and Carmo. There was a good mix of working with them and doing work on my own. Work consisted mostly of painting their new tack room and reception and giving the horses food and hay in the morning and evening. Hardly felt like work :) I'll definitely miss this experience I had 🫶🏻

4 months ago

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