You like to be around horses and work with them, this is for you!

Help a sustainable project: 30 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature: 52 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers: 23 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world

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What you offer

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.

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What you get

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.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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

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.

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.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

We are company that organizes riding tours of one week on the only national park of Portugal :) We have 11 horses and 9 dogs. We will need your help with the horses and stable management, if its need it the logistic of the activities and some help repairing or fixing something around the farm. If your are someone that enjoys nature, like animals special horses and enjoy be around them, consider yourself proactive , we would like to receive you

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 18 and 30 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Climate action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by regulating emissions and promoting developments in renewable energy.

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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63 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farm

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

52 Get in touch with nature
23 Meeting international travelers
22 Practicing English
22 Immersing in the local culture
19 Meeting locals
18 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

28 15. Life on land
18 12. Responsible consumption and production
4 13. Climate action

Ina

Germany

This Experience was really nice. This was my first volunteer experience and I am glad that it was here. Pedro and Mariana are so nice and we had really good conversations. You really see that they care so much about the horses, the volunteers and their business in general. It was really fun especially because you have another volunteer to work with and I was really lucky with Olga. The work was not too much and actually fun. Although I have to say that it is not for you when you want to meet many people. You should come for nature, animals and a quiet, peaceful time! 🫶🏻

18 days ago

Olga

Poland

My stay at the farm was amazing. Mariana, Pedro and Lise are the sweetest and the most kind people. I loved joking with Pedro;)) The work was really easy, leaving you with a lot of free time. All animals here are really well taken care of and made my stay here even better. The caravan is really cozy and has everything you need (ex. heater thats really helpful during colder months) I went on a couple rides with Pedro and Lise and saw the beauty of tha Natural Park we live in. But you can also explore on feet. You have to go to the waterfall (ask Mariana where it is), it was my fav place here.

about 1 month ago

Talea

Germany

Absolutely amazing! I felt welcome from the start☺️ Mariana is a wonderful host, she was always there to help whenever we had a problem. I even got to go on a few rides with Pedro and Lise, exploring the beautiful National Park. The animals are well taken care of🐎🐕 The caravan is cozy and has everything you need and the work is very manageable! The nature is totally stunning. All in all, I loved this experience, from the long chats with Mariana, to joking around with Lise and Pedro, and playing with the puppies. I would definitely come back. Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity🥰

about 1 month ago

Liv

Australia

This was one of the most enriching & special experiences of my life. Mariana & Pedro are incredibly kind, generous people who put so much time, energy and dedication towards the farm, their animals and their guests. They care deeply for the animals who are so healthy, gentle, well-fed and very loved. The caravan is extremely comfortable & the workload is great fun. Work hard, be proactive & you'll have the best time! Lot's of down time so bring something with you to keep yourself busy (wifi is amazing). Lots of walks, hikes, waterfalls + parks to see (breathtaking views). I'll 100% be back!

about 2 months ago

erin

New Zealand

I had a wonderful time at the farm! Mariana, Pedro and Lisa were lovely to work with I felt at home the whole time. The farm is very isolated so the nature of the area is quite untouched and incredibly beautiful. I enjoyed working with the horses and getting to know the processes to taking care of these amazing animals. The work was very simple and straightforward and I had a lot of downtime to rest or enjoy the beautiful area. I highly recommend this experience for people who need a break from the city to immerse themselves in nature, and for those who don't mind getting their hands dirty.

about 2 months ago

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