Farmstay Bohola, Ireland

4.5
(35 reviews)35

🐴✨ Volunteer Opportunity with Icelandic horses in Ireland!

Help a sustainable project
24 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
30 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
28 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

Some content was translated automatically. Show original

Save to Wishlist

What you offer

30h

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.
Learn more

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.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
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
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.
WP Safeguard
Did something not go as planned? Contact our team.
Learn more
Learn more

Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

Are you passionate about animals and the great outdoors? Join us on our picturesque farm in the west of Ireland, where you'll get hands-on experience caring for our beloved horses and other farm animals. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in farm life while enjoying the beauty of the Irish countryside! 🌿

Learn more

Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate German
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Learn more

Talk to those who have lived the experience

In our community, you can talk to worldpackers who have already collaborated with this host and get your questions answered directly.

You can ask things like:

  • a) How was your experience with this host?
  • b) How was your day-to-day routine?
  • c) How much did you spend on this trip?

Exclusive for members

Connect with those who will also be there

Become a Verified Member and exchange ideas before your trip with other worldpackers who will be volunteering in the same place as you.

Become a member

35 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Farmstay

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 30 Get in touch with nature
  • 28 Immersing in the local culture
  • 25 Practicing English
  • 24 Meeting international travelers
  • 23 Meeting locals
  • 15 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 22 5. Gender equality
  • 17 3. Good health and well-being
  • 17 15. Life on land
  • 2 4. Quality education
Amandine

France

5

I've spent 1 month very nice with them. They are very welcome, kind and fun. The work was clear and not too hard with a lot of free time during the afternoon. Thanks to us, I've can discover a lot of beautiful places and really enjoy Ireland! The animals are soooo cute and I had really love spend time with the horses, had some riding lesson and did a lot of hack. I had feel like I was a part of the family. I would came back with pleasure :)

6 days ago

Taylor

Canada

5

My time at the farm was truly special. From day one, the family made me feel welcome and at home. The work was fair and well organized. I was sore for the first few days but after that it was smooth sailing! We took amazing trips and explored places off the beaten path. I'm so grateful for the time and effort Katja and her family put into us volunteers. It was such a privilege to get to know the family and immerse myself in their day-to-day lives. Not only did I learn about farm life and riding Icelandic horses, but I also made lasting connections with the entire family. I'll be back!!

25 days ago

Valeria

Germany

5

The farm Icelandics was my first volunteering experience, and it was a truly beautiful and valuable time. The family is so funny and welcoming, and they make you feel at home quickly. The work is well organised, with set tasks in the morning and evening and free afternoons. I loved all the animals, and the hacks and riding lessons on the Icelandic horses were so much fun. For non-smokers, it might be important to know that smoking is allowed inside the house and the car, although the windows are usually open. I learned a lot about Farm Life and would definitely recommend this experience :))

3 months ago

Axelle

France

5

I had a great experience with the family! Everyone was very nice, welcoming and caring about the volunteers. The animals are lovely, and I really enjoyed taking care of them, mucking out the stables and feeding them. I also learned how to ride an Icelandic horse, which was amazing! Everything written on Katja's profile is true, so don't underestimate it! The outings were wonderful, with beautiful landscapes and fun activities. You can even spend a weekend in Galway, about 2 hours from the farm. I would definitely recommend this experience!

3 months ago

Amy

Canada

5

I had such an amazing time volunteering here. Everyone in the family is so incredibly welcoming and they put SO much effort into making sure we are having a good time. By the time we finished work each day they would be prepared to take us on a trip to explore the region, or we would go on a hack / have a riding lesson. We also had free time which I sometimes used to hang out with the animals, but I mostly spent my time in the house hanging out with the family because they are so fun! I really enjoyed the work, too :) I couldn't have asked for a better first experience with Worldpackers.

5 months ago

View all

About the host

  • • Recently Online

Hosted by Katja

Response Rate
This host usually answers to 50% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 1 day

Want to know more about this host?

We only provide detailed host information and videos to Members

Become a member

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works