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Guatemala
The farm felt so home-y, like my grandparents' house in Guatemala. I felt truly welcomed, loved the people, the shared meals and conversations, the after work fun activities and learned an extensive amount over agroforestry and regenerative practices! The team's kindness, flexible work hours during the heat, and comfortable dorms made it a deeply heartwarming experience. I hope to return someday. Just be prepared: the mosquitoes are very intense. Bring strong repellent and protection and have some foundational Portuguese down. You will also be preparing your own meals on days off. Gracias❤️
8 months ago
Canada
Sítio the farm was a beautiful place to be to learn about biodiversity, biomass production and permaculture. Lunch was always my favourite part of the day. Our elaborate meals incorporated a lot of the delicious food grown on the property. We took turns assisting with cooking and learned to make popular Brazilian dishes like bolinhos de chuva and farofa de banana. This place is rustic and rural but so lush and full of life! A very fun adventure. Keep in mind some extra costs with bedding and drives to-and-from the town. Pants, longsleeves, gloves, boots, hat and bug spray are a must!
9 months ago
United Kingdom
Our time on the farm was incredible - we got to take part in so many different aspects of farm life (in the plant nursery, out on the fields themselves, in the forest, cooking with food grown on the land), and Nicolas and Zé taught us so much about agroforestry and sustainable food practices. Everyone we met was welcoming and kind, and we could communicate easily despite our limited Portuguese (speaking Spanish helped). The location is incredible and there's a lot of free time to explore/enjoy some yoga/lie in a hammock and read! We would completely recommend it, thank you so much!
over 2 years ago
Argentina
My first experience in agroforestry, and wow, how much I learned! The activities are quite varied (and they'll depend on what's happening at the site and the season). Whether you're accompanied by Dani, Aizita or Nicolas, the work in the field has always brought me new insights and good conversations. Outside of work, my mentor was Igor, both for a capoeira initiation and for a demonstration of how to bake bread — a great companion on rainy days. The lodging and internet were perfect for teaching my online classes in my spare time. A huge thank you to the entire Nasciente team 🫶
about 2 months ago
Bolivia
From my favorite volunteer experiences in Brazil, my time in nascente was wonderful; I arrived when they were preparing the ground to plant coffee (among many other things) and I couldn't resist extending my time to be part of that phase until the end.
Every day I learned a lot about agroforestry life, the logic behind each line, each process, thanks to Aizita and Nicolás for being such good teachers.
I connected a lot with the other volunteers, the whole stay felt very light, the food delicious, first time trying many ingredients or dishes.
I loved it
6 months ago
Brazil
The experience was great! From the moment of applying with Claudia, who was super kind and very efficient. The site's team is incredible, wonderful people in many different ways.
Aizita practices agroforestry and even runs the kitchen with a passion that's beautiful to behold... Marrisa, with her incredible upbeat energy and her experience with coffee, radiates light through the space... Igo, with his grace and sweetness, always a partner for work and for the exchange of knowledge... and Nicolas, with his willingness to work and patience for teaching how to be and produce agroforestry.
6 months ago
Austria
I had a very educational stay at the farm and especially enjoyed the time in nature. The landscape is indescribably beautiful. The work was very varied and care is taken to ensure that you do not exceed your hours. A highlight was the vegetarian lunch. I would only recommend the host if you speak Portuguese. Since it wasn't a requirement, I chose the host with only English knowledge, but unfortunately almost no one spoke English, which made communication somewhat challenging.
8 months ago
Brazil
Lugar paradisíaco na montanha, com uma beleza de fauna e flora e vida pacífica!
over 1 year ago
Brazil
O sítio é um lugar MARAVILHOSO dentro da mata Atlântica! Tive oportunidade de vivenciar uma verdadeira jornada de aprendizado e conexão com a natureza através de intensa imersão agroflorestal. O proprietário e os instrutores são receptivos e atenciosos. Nos ensinam muito mais que agrofloresta ou comida agroflorestal. Nos ensinam valores, contato com a natureza, ecologia, ecossistemas, etc. Foi uma experiência magnífica de transformação, integração, conhecimento, aprendizado e vida! Minha eterna gratidão! Att, Ludimar Teresa de Oliveira
over 1 year ago
Colombia
Foi uma experiência incrível! Uma aprendizagem enorme sobre a terra, mas principalmente conectar com ela e entender de onde tudo vem. A imersão que dá o lugar é inesquecível, além de permitir que você veja uma maneira diferente de viver, se conectar com locais e se conectar com outros que também se interessam por isso. Apenas como recomendação, fique de olho nos mosquitos. Muito feliz e grata por ter vivido esta imersão e obrigado a Aizita (a melhor host) e a toda a equipe do "Sitio" por tudo.
over 1 year ago
