Holistic Center Foz Do Farelo, Monchique, Portugal

4.5
(18 reviews)18

Help us with our permaculture project in the Algarve Mountains!

Help a sustainable project
17 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
18 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
17 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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 an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.

Amount

€ 12

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers

Description

Do you want to learn Qigong, Meditation or Martial Arts (internal and external)? Steve offers Qigong classes twice a day, 5 times a week for a 75€ fee per week. you will also be invited to group meditations and for those who need help with energy blockages there will be the opportunity to participate in one on one sessions with Steve. These sessions are heavily discounted and usually 20€ per session.

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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.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities 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.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
3 weeks

The Experience

Hi Guys, we are Steve and Darline and are working on Casa Shen. For the past 3 years we built up a portuguese ruin and transformed it into a beatiful living space. We need your help to build garden areas and planting food. If you fancy being part of the creation of a place dedicated to helping others heal and connect and want to learn about Energy, Meditation and more you are very welcome, just have an open mind and willingness to work.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner German
  • Between 19 and 60 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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18 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Holistic Center

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 18 Get in touch with nature
  • 17 Learning about sustainability
  • 13 Developing environmental awareness
  • 13 Practicing English
  • 9 Developing social awareness
  • 7 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 17 3. Good health and well-being
  • 14 13. Climate action
  • 11 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 1 14. Life below water
Katharina

Germany

5

Steve and Darline are wonderful people, they welcomed me into their home and ensured I had a wonderful time at the Center. I learned so many useful skills and had the opportunity to try new things like painting a wall and building a shower. Steve was very patient and taught me qigong and karate, which was such a pleasant experience. I learned a lot about myself and highly recommend this place to everyone wanting hands on work and a change of mind.

6 months ago

Hanna

Italy

5

The Center is a truly magical place. I experienced what it's like to live a vegan, sustainable, self-sufficient and simple life surrounded by nature, free from worry and fear. Steve's qigong classes gave me many new perspectives and taught me valuable lessons that I will carry with me throughout my life. I left a changed person. Steve and Darline are two very kind and open people who made me feel like part of the family. Darline is also an excellent cook and baker! I will always keep the time, the place & the two of them in my heart. Thank you for everything! <33

7 months ago

Aleš

Czech Republic

5

It was a great experience. I recommend this volunteering to anyone who wants to clear their mind from the regular world and at the same time help Steven and Darleen with their project!

10 months ago

Yana

Czech Republic

5

It's always a pleasure to come back 🫂. The energy here is amazing and you're never bored. Steven and Darline are wonderful people and they're always ready to help. Open your heart and choose this volunteering experience - you won't regret it!

10 months ago

Aleš

Czech Republic

5

Steven and Darline are very kind and funny people. The place has a nice energy, with green hills around and a rustic house. Steve is a good lad, he taught me surfing, some building skills, and gave me good life advice. Darline cooks really delicious food. When the weather is good, you can go surfing, visit the town, or dance. Great for people who love nature, don't mind living off-grid, and want to clear their mind or learn something about Qigong, building or gardening. Thanks a lot for this experience!

about 1 year ago

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About the host

Hosted by Steve and Darline

Response Rate
This host usually answers to 90% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in A few hours
3 published videos
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