Volunteer in a family run organic farm in Urla, Izmir, Turkey

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: 28 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.
Connect with nature: 27 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 22 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

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.

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

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

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

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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

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.

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

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

Stay up to: 5 weeks

The Experience

I am running a large farm (about 97 acres) near to Izmir with my parents. We have 800 tangeren trees, 2000 olive trees and about 50 acres to grow vegetables, artichoke, grape, blackberry, strawberry and oregano, wheat, chickpea and some aromatic plants like oregano, mint, lemon grass. We have 5 cats and 12 dogs. We are looking for hardworking volunteers who don't mind getting their hands and clothes dirty and will respect the rules on the farm.

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Requirements

Fluent English
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

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.

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Sustainable cities and communities

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

Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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32 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farm

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

27 Get in touch with nature
22 Immersing in the local culture
20 Meeting international travelers
19 Meeting locals
18 Learning about sustainability
16 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

26 15. Life on land
23 12. Responsible consumption and production
15 3. Good health and well-being
11 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Nathan

Canada

We had a great time at Emine's farm! It was nice to work outside and be active on the fields, that felt really rewarding! We enjoyed a lot the delicous meals we shared together after work, Emine is truly a wondeful cook. We had interesting discussions together, she answered to all of my questions and she also gave good tips on what to do to discover the area. It was a memorable experience. We would recommend volunteering at Emine's farm!

16 days ago

Rafael

Azerbaijan

Everything was great from the first day, the accommodation was like hotel comfort, the food was as delicious and balanced as if it was prepared by a chef, the workload was light. Emine did not mind the changes in my plans while I was there. She picked me up from the city center and then dropped me off. The tasks were understandable and simple. I was given the opportunity to work with farmers and even earned money from there. I am very pleased, it was a good experience

17 days ago

Ariane

Canada

We had an amazing stay at Emine's farm! The tasks were diverse, we got to learn new skills, and the food was delicious! We really enjoyed the lively conversations we had at meal time, we got to share our thoughts and get to know more about Turkish culture. The schedule was well structured and through the routine we could easily adapt to our new environment. We will miss the cats, the dogs, the fields and especially the memories of the time we spent together. We would really recommend volunteering at Emine's farm!

21 days ago

Renan

Brazil

Emine is a wonderful host, farmer and cook - always attentive and ready to help, whether with tasks, transportation or local tips. She truly cares about offering a rich cultural experience. The house is cozy and well-organised. Work hours are clear and respected, with a nice mix of activities. Meals are generous, though lunch isn't provided in days off. The beach, just 10 minutes away, is the perfect post-work retreat

22 days ago

Stan

Netherlands

I had an amazing farm experience in turkey! I learned more about the food and the culture and farming! I wish the you best Emine! Thank you very much :)

about 1 month ago

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