Farmstay Jericó, Colombia

5.0
(60 reviews)60

Volunteer at a coffee farm while taking a two week Spanish course

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Help a sustainable project
50 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Practice Spanish
58 travelers recommend this host to practice Spanish
Connect with nature
56 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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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.
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.
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

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Amount

€ 175

Per week

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Description

We ask volunteers to work 15 hours a week in exchange for a cabaña that sleeps max 3 ppl. For the contribution of 770.000 cop (about 175 euros depending on exchange rate!!!) per week you get; 2 hours of Spanish classes daily from monday to friday (group of max 6 ppl). Breakfast, lunch and dinner from monday to friday (except dinner on friday night) Unlimitted conversation practice Knowledge about coffee farming and permaculture

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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.
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
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
2 weeks

The Experience

Finca Sagrado is an organic coffee farm in the mountains of Jericó(coffeetown 3 hrs south of Medellín)owned by Klara (Czech/Belgian), Agustin (Col)& our son. Aside from coffee farming(100%organic)we do permaculture, reforestation, artesanias, carpentry, natural building& are selfsustainable in fruit&veg. We offer coffee tours, chocolate workshops, & 2week Spanish courses. We also just started a social project teaching langauges in a local school

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Requirements

  • Over 18 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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60 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 58 Practicing Spanish
  • 56 Get in touch with nature
  • 49 Learning about sustainability
  • 44 Meeting international travelers
  • 44 Developing environmental awareness
  • 31 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 48 15. Life on land
  • 47 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 39 13. Climate action
  • 23 3. Good health and well-being
  • 9 2. Zero hunger
  • 9 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 4 1. No poverty
  • 4 10. Reduced inequalities
Paige

United States

5

I absolutely loved my time at Finca Sagrada. Klara is such an incredible host and Spanish teacher. The town of Jericó is truly a hidden gem. Being on the farm for a week was a wonderful way to relax during my travels. I loved the cabin we stayed in and all the meals. The work expectations were very reasonable and enjoyable. Absolutely would recommend this opportunity to other travelers looking for a rustic finca experience and to improve their Spanish. Thank you so much!

4 months ago

Robert

Germany

5

I can highly recommend volunteering at the farm to anyone who is looking to improve their Spanish while at the same time getting to know the local culture and enjoying the beautiful Colombian campo. Klara and her family are super kind, open-minded and welcoming. Hours were respected, the work was fun, the Spanish classes were very helpful and Klara was super accommodating. It really was an amazing experience overall. Thank you for everything! :)

5 months ago

Livvy

United Kingdom

5

I had an amazing time with Klara and her family at the farm. All hours were as previously agreed and the Spanish lessons were very rewarding. The accommodation was basic but very comfortable and I enjoyed the food a lot. We were able to meet other locals and understand their mission against mining in the area. As well as accompanying Saila to the local the farm to practice English with them. Overall I'd really recommend this opportunity to advance your Spanish and understand more about the farm and the Jerico region!

6 months ago

Salome

Switzerland

5

Highly recommended. Welcoming family (& the cutest dogs😉), beautiful farm, nice rooms, delicious food, very good Spanish lessons, and opportunities to meet locals. 😊

6 months ago

Katharina

Germany

5

Highly recommended! Klara and her family are very welcoming and the finca is located on a beautiful piece of land that makes the work on the farm fields even more special. We had different tasks around the farm, everything was well explained and easy to understand and do. Klara's cooking is amazing, we were so well fed throughout the week and able to taste the amazing the farm. The Spanish classes were super knowledgeable and I learned a lot, got more confident in talking. The town is not far from the finca, too. Jerico is beautiful and definitely worth a visit.

7 months ago

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