Join us to build a better world in harmony with nature near Izmir

Help a sustainable project: 5 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Expand your environmental consciousness: 4 travelers felt they returned from this experience with a greater environmental consciousness
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 4 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

30h

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

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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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.

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

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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.

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: 1 week

The Experience

We are a farm dealing with organic and clean food. We have goat, geese,and cats. We grow vegetables and fruits. We have mainly walnut trees also olive, plum, peach, fig, apple etc. trees. We grow pepper, bean, tomatoes, melon, watermelon etc. We make products from vegetables and fruits. We produce healing creams from wild plants and olive oil. We produce yoghurt, cheese from the goat milk. We have earthworms to use their liquid and solid manure.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

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

No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

Gender equality

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

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5 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

4 Developing environmental awareness
4 Immersing in the local culture
4 Learning about sustainability
4 Get in touch with nature
3 Meeting locals
3 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

4 2. Zero hunger
4 15. Life on land
1 1. No poverty

Micke

Finland

I learned a lot of things on Ozgur's farm that I didn't expect to learn, not just farming but various other skills, like for example hospitality, sustainability which includes not wasting anything, perhaps even philosophy, the importance of having gratitude for what you have in life. Ozgur has the attributes that a good teacher should have and his farm is a good place if you want to grow as a person, I only spent a short while at his farm and there would still be a lot more to learn, perhaps at a later date that will happen. My respect for organic farmers got a lot higher after this experience

4 months ago

Kevin

Switzerland

Even in a short time, i could learn several thing about sustnabilitty, the workbin a farm and the turkish culture. I admire ozgur for what je is, a human connected to the nature and treating it Well. Even If other prefer using pesticides to Make it easier and more productive, ozgur prefer do it in a natural way as even If it takes more time and he has less food. People like him are Not afraid to do it the right way, he will hopefully inspire others in the future. I will come back for a longer period next time m'y friend to learn more about farming and sustanabilitty. Thanks for everything.

6 months ago

Tom

France

I spend two weeks at Özgur's farm and it was such a wonderful experience ! Özgur is an amazing man, very open-minded and always ready to teach you a lot of things about farming life and sustanbility; turkish cultur ... You can talk about everything with him, he's funny and he cook like a pro ! Regarding the work at the farm, the hours are respected, you'll learn a lot of things (take care of animals, how and when harvest fruits and vegetables, drive the tractor ...). I met his family and neighbours: great poeple! I 100% recommand to stay in his farm. Thanks for all, I whish you the best ♥️

6 months ago

Gabriela

Ecuador

Özgür and his parents welcomed me to their farm. They made me feel like part of their family. I learned about Turkish culture customs, some phrases, Kemal Sunal show, traditional food and an endless list of valuable details. There's always something to do and learn on this farm. The animals were great company on our daily life. I learned about the importance of organic farming and how to make the most of crop energy, being mindful of every process like soil care, harvesting, cultivating, and jam. Don't hesitate to ask about general care process, Özgür is always willing to share his wisdom.

7 months ago

Ozgur replied

Thank you so much 🙏😊. I really appreciate your help

Carter

United States

I had such a great time with Ozgur at his farm! The work was always enjoyable and we never had to work during the hot midday hours. During and in between work, we had lots of great chats and lots of fun. I learned so much about farming, sustainable living, and life from our talks. His home is super comfortable and his parents are lovely. It's a true local experience at Ozgur's farm. His commitment to zero waste and sustainable living is really impressive and inspiring. I'd recommend staying with and learning from him if you have the chance!

11 months ago

Ozgur replied

Thanks a bunch for your kind and nice words 💐☺️

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