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Tropical Equestrian Adventure – Horses & Ranch Life in Sri Lanka

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The experience

Contribute to our equestrian estate through horseback trail riding, exercise rides, grooming, and light content creation. Support daily ranch life while helping enhance the guest experience at a working horse riding holiday property.

What you offer

4 hours of help per day

Administration: Help with booking systems and payments.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 35 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Volunteers pay USD 40/night, including a private suite with fan, riding helmet, three meals with tea/coffee, fresh fruit juice, towel, and bedding. AC upgrade available at USD 45/night. Dedicated patio included. Free laundry every 5 days. Fee due upon arrival.

What you get

4 days off per week

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.

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

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish

Between 20 and 55 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Sri Lanka

European Union Passport

United States visa or citizenship

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Join a working equestrian estate in Sri Lanka and take part in daily ranch life. Volunteers assist with horse care, riding-related activities, and general ranch tasks that support our signature riding holidays. Trail rides are scheduled during cooler hours for horse welfare. Simple refreshments, including fresh fruit juice, are available on-site.

Activities & Shift

Riding activities take place early morning or late afternoon to prioritize horse comfort and welfare. Volunteers may handle or ride horses only with prior approval and must follow assigned tasks and safety guidelines. Each volunteer is eligible for one supervised ride per day, subject to conditions and scheduling.

We encourage initiative and flexibility—volunteers may propose shifts or activities aligned with their skills and interests. All proposals are reviewed in advance. Our focus is on learning, efficiency, and maintaining a respectful, well-run ranch environment.

Rules

1. Privacy & boundaries: Volunteers and staff are expected to respect privacy. Personal contact details and private social media accounts should not be exchanged.

2. Accommodation: Volunteers stay only in designated volunteer accommodations. Staff areas and operational spaces are restricted.

3. Meals: Meals are served in the designated dining area at the following times:
• Breakfast: 08:30
• Lunch: 12:30
• Dinner: 19:30

4. Smoking: Smoking is not permitted inside roofed areas or accommodations.

5. Safety: All volunteers must follow ranch safety guidelines and instructions at all times.

6. Payment: Program fees are payable upon arrival. Accepted payment methods include USD, LKR cash, or credit card.

7. Operations: Volunteers must respect ranch operations and follow guidance from management and staff without interference.