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Camping Ürgüp, Turkey

5.0
(26 reviews)26

Contribute to our eco-farming and building efforts in Cappadocia!

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This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
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Connect with international travelers
24 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
23 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
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.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, 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.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Aug
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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

We have about 5 acres of land in the middle of the Red Valley, in Cappadocia where we engage in growing local produce for sustainability among other activities. We are happy to have the international community on board to help us make it even better. We grow grapes, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, peppers from local seeds and produce our own honey. We also build the necessary infrastructure and handle the constructions for the operations of the team.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Over 20 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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26 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Camping

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 24 Meeting international travelers
  • 23 Meeting locals
  • 17 Immersing in the local culture
  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 10 Practicing English
  • 4 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 15. Life on land
  • 1 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 1 13. Climate action

United States

5

I absolutely loved my time in Cappadocia! I have never lived in a more beautiful place. The work is fun, the other volunteers are lovely, and the house dog, Kaya, is incredible. We lived in a beautiful house about a 10 minute drive from the hotel, where I worked as a server at the restaurant. Three meals a day are provided, and I would definitely come back if I were in Cappadocia again. I would recommend this experience to anyone looking to be in a social, yet serene environment. I will always cherish this experience and the connections I have made. Definitely a top tier volunteer experience.

5 days ago

Mexico

5

My experience in this volunteering was incredible. The hosts are super cute and made me always feel comfortable. Anil and Cerem are very friendly, kind and always supported us in everything we needed. Anil was really so generous with everybody. And always with a friendly smile. Cerem is a woman who is not afraid of work and you feel supported at all times. I loved working with both of them. I made great friends that I carry in my heart and I learned a lot about volunteering from the heart. Kaya house's dog is also one of the beautiful things about this experience. Thanks 4 all❤ Cappadocia ❤️

12 days ago

Brazil

5

My experience was great! I worked the evening shifts as a waitress at the hotel and learned so much! Cerem was super kind, always around and ready to help and teach us. Anil also gave us support both at the hotel and at the house. The house we stayed in was really comfy, in a quiet and safe neighborhood, and it was easy to get to Göreme by hitchhiking, bike, or even walking. There's a lot of beautiful and fun stuff to do around the area. We had food available for all three meals, and dinner was served at the hotel. Honestly, it was one of the best volunteer experiences I've had.

19 days ago

Brazil

5

I had a great experience volunteering with Anil and Ceren in Cappadocia! Although I didn't stay in the camping site itself, I was comfortably accommodated in the staff house, where there was always enough food for all meals. My tasks were mostly focused on house repairs, while other volunteers helped out at the hotel and restaurant in downtown Göreme, rides between places was kindly provided by the hosts. I had the chance to enjoy the magical sunrise with the hot air balloons and even got discounts on tours and the shuttle as a local. A truly memorable time!

22 days ago

Japan

5

I had a lot of fun in this volunteer and Capadocia. The task differs from volunteers but over all is very laid-back. Anil (the host) is a very chill guy and very understanding. He understands our (backpackers) situation and he helped a lot. He would also drove us from the house to the hotel for work. And the house is really big and very comfortable to live in. I definitely would like to come back again!🤙

26 days ago

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