Eco-village project in Morano Calabro (South Italy)

Help a sustainable project: 17 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
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Connect with international travelers: 20 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 18 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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What you offer

15h

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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: 10 days

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

The project is to create the basic conditions for a rural community-ecovillage in Morano Calabro fixing old houses and creating new ecological and sustainable jobs. Morano is one of the most beautiful village in south Italy where it is possible to buy cheap, ancient houses made with stones. The help is mainly in renew old houses and maintenance of olive groves, these works are in Morano Calabro and the near village Castrovillari.

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Requirements

Fluent Italian or Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 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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Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

8. Decent work and economic growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.

12. Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

15. Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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26 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Eco Village

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

20 Meeting international travelers
18 Get in touch with nature
17 Immersing in the local culture
14 Meeting locals
14 Learning about sustainability
7 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

15 15. Life on land
11 12. Responsible consumption and production
9 8. Decent work and economic growth

Jona

Switzerland

I have spent around 2 weeks the eco village and had a good time with the other volunteer and the residents. During the second week we unfortunately had some rain, so the only work we did was cleaning the house and going to the olives once. the eco village is a lovely town and the people are very friendly. It is a great place if you enjoy hiking and spending time outside.

3 days ago

Peter

Germany

Me and my friend really enjoyed our stay here the eco village. The work is interesting and you have a lot of freetime to do whatever you want. Francesco is also a really nice man. Thank you for having us!

25 days ago

Bronagh

Ireland

My time the eco village was wonderful, I had a great time working, meeting other volunteers and exploring the town. The area is quiet with a few shops/ bars and is a great place to unwind and take a break form a busy life. There is a lot of free time to spend exploring, visiting nearby towns and interacting with the other volunteers. Francesco was a great host, very patient and helpful. The work could sometimes be demanding but not difficult and Francesco explains everything very well. I really enjoyed my time there and would recommend to others.

about 2 months ago

James

New Zealand

Had an incredible time the eco village working here, the work with Fransesco is unexpected and spontaneous so every day the tasks varied which was a lot of fun and Fransesco is very open minded to new ideas. He's got a good sense of humour but also takes things seriously. The town itself is beautiful and you'll find yourself with a lot of free time so plenty of time to wander the town and climb the mountains. There's also 2-3 other volunteers at all times so there is always got someone to hang out with. This is place is great for anyone who wants to settle down for a while.

about 2 months ago

Orsolya

Hungary

I had a great week the eco village, the town is beautiful and full of nice little suprises. It's a perfect place to slow down, get close to nature, meet other volunteers. Francesco is nice and has a good sense of humour, he even took us to a carnival one day. The work in the olive fields can be phisically demanding, but it's not complicated and Francesco teaches you how to do it best. I think it's a unique experience, I'm really happy that I could be a part of it.

about 2 months ago

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