Join our Horsefarm in the Arctic !

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project: 11 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host: This host has received 7 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature: 16 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers: 12 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

32h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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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.

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.

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.

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

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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: 4 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

Our farm is in the mountain in the Arctic. Amazing nature, quiet and remote. Take care of the 6 horses, 3 samoyed dogs and 4 volpino dogs. Us: Family of 3. The place: Northern lights, midnight sun, hiking in the mountain. Close to Lofoten and Tromsoe. 35 min from Narvik. Own appartment for volunteers Only for HORSE people or HANDY people. Some cool projects restoring old houses, a sami lavvo and building an indoor riding arena.

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Requirements

Fluent English
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Climate action

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

Life below water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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16 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farm

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

16 Get in touch with nature
12 Meeting international travelers
9 Practicing English
8 Immersing in the local culture
8 Meeting locals
5 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

11 15. Life on land
4 13. Climate action
1 14. Life below water

emilia

Finland

I had amazing time in the farm!❤️ This was my first volunteer experience and I would definitely recommend it. The work was fun and mostly eazy. Animals were so kind and friendly. Sissel is very warm hearted and truly kind and she has a great sense of humor. She was flexible and always recommending different places where I should visit. Thank you for this experience Sissel🫶🏼

18 days ago

Moldir

Kazakhstan

I spent one month at this farm during the winter, and it was truly an amazing experience. I learned a lot about horses and about life in the farm. Sissel was very kind and caring toward her volunteers. We shared many nice conversations. I was also very lucky to witness the Northern Lights several times. the farm Holtas Farm is a really special place. I truly enjoyed my time here and can highly recommend this experience to the wroldpackers community. I would like to thank Sissel for giving me this opportunity to experience the farm life 🫶

27 days ago

jose

Uruguay

It was an amazing experience being in the farm. Sissel is so kind and its always taking care of us and giving everything we ask for. I live the winter experience and it was amazing live there with the northern lights and the snow. I truly recommend this experience. Thanks for everything sissel❤️❤️

about 1 month ago

Timea Laura

Slovakia

I spent 6 wonderful weeks at the farm with horses and dogs, and I truly enjoyed every moment. From the first day, I felt like home. Sissel is incredibly kind, warm, and always in a good mood – her positivity made every day brighter. We had free time to explore the surroundings, and we could even borrow a car, which allowed us to see a lot of beautiful places in the area. I'm so grateful to Sissel and her lovely family for making me feel welcome and part of their home. A big thank you also to Lara, who was with me at the farm for 4 weeks – we shared many great memories together.

6 months ago

Lara Marie

Germany

My experience here could not have been any better! Sissel is such a funny, interesting and kind person and a super caring host. I felt taken care of at all times! The farm itself is great as well, I fell in love with the very sweet horses and dogs as well as the nature around it. It's a very peaceful place yet there's lots of outdoor activities as well- hiking and swimming especially. We even got to explore the area further around which I'm so grateful for!! The work can be hard, but it was always managable and a fair amount. Overall, 100% recommend and wish I could've stayed longer! :)

6 months ago

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