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25h
- 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.
- Painting & Decorating
- Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
- Cleaning
- Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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.
- Bikes at your disposal
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- We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
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- Stay at least
- 30 days
- Stay up to
- 12 weeks
The Experience
We are long term dedicated to helping to protect and save the critically endangered small Skyrian horse - via conservation, education, and welfare initiatives on our small, completely non-profit, farm on the wild but beautiful island of Skyros. We also care for 3 abandoned dogs and 13 abandoned cats and a goat.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English or Beginner Greek
- Between 20 and 45 years old
- Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
- Travel insurance
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Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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11 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Farm
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 10 Get in touch with nature
- 8 Immersing in the local culture
- 7 Meeting locals
- 7 Meeting international travelers
- 7 Practicing English
- 4 Developing environmental awareness
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 12. Responsible consumption and production
- 3 15. Life on land
- 1 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Mea
Finland
I really enjoyed my time at skyros. I think there was enough work and enough free time. One day a week was a free day when I could go to the city or the beach. I recommend this place to everyone who likes horses and simple and peacefull life style.
8 months ago
amanda replied
Dear Mea Thank you for everything. It was lovely to meet you. We very much hope to see you again one day.
Hanna
Germany
I'm glad I could support Amanda's and Stathis incredible project. They care for their animals more than well. The work and accommodation is as described and the area is very pretty. It's a good opportunity if you are looking for a place to calm down and be around lots of animals. I liked the volunteer team, it was always nice and I met great people :)
about 1 year ago
amanda replied
Hanna Thank you for all your help and especially the hay deliveries.. We wish you all the best and hope you travels and adventures are going well.
Rosalie
Netherlands
It's a great place. Amanda and Stathie are nice people and they make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. The work can be hard if you're not used to it. But you will gain strength during your time here. I was supposed to stay for 2 months but instead I stayed 4, so I definitely recommend it.
over 1 year ago
amanda replied
Rosie Thank you for all your help and support. Hope your travels and adventures are going well.
Mara Vivien
Germany
I stayed at Amanda and Stathis' farm for two months. Both of them are incredibly kind and welcoming, treating their volunteers with much respect and open hearts. Their dedication to the project is mind-blowing. They both give their all and still go above and beyond to care for not only the many beautiful horses, but all the animals they have taken into their care. The farm is a place where you can truly learn more about yourself, while also never getting too bored as there is always something to do or discover around the farm/island. I had a wonderful time there and would definitely come back!
over 1 year ago
amanda replied
Mara Thank you for all your help . We loved having you here. The puppies all say hello XX
Elin
Sweden
I really enjoyed my time at the farm where the horses and other animals are treated with so much respect and care. The work is mucking out, feeding and giving water to the horses etc.. It is physically hard work but very rewarding. Food is super delicious. The living area is rustic and simple. At the farm you will have alot of time to think and reflect and in the freetime you can go to the beach, go to the taverna, go to the church and go on walks. I stayed for 7 weeks but could have stayed longer. Elin
almost 2 years ago
amanda replied
Elin Thank you for everything. You were a pleasure to host and a joy ro have at the farm. We all miss you very much for your authenticity, positive energy, kindness and good energy. Good luck with all your further adventures.
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