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Farmstay Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Spend some quality time on our small family-run organic farm in Italy
What you offer
25h
- 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
What you get
2
- 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.
- Team Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
- 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
- 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
- 2 weeks
The Experience
Hi, my name is Guido and with my family we live in the area where Mount Etna is the closest to the sea. This area is renowned for its unique soil and microclimate; inevitable conditions if you have a three and a half thousand metres volcano to less than ten km from the coast. Our farm consists of a few plots, all of them a few km close-by one another.
Learn moreRequirements
- Fluent English
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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3 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Farmstay
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 3 Developing environmental awareness
- 3 Learning about sustainability
- 3 Immersing in the local culture
- 3 Get in touch with nature
- 3 Meeting locals
- 1 Creating true social impact
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 3. Good health and well-being
- 3 15. Life on land
- 2 2. Zero hunger
- 2 8. Decent work and economic growth
- 2 12. Responsible consumption and production
- 2 13. Climate action
- 1 4. Quality education
- 1 5. Gender equality
- 1 6. Clean water and sanitation
- 1 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
- 1 11. Sustainable cities and communities
- 1 14. Life below water
- 1 17. Partnerships for the goals
Muhamed
Canada
My first experience with World Packers was truly incredible. Guido and Jenny welcomed us with open arms, and we shared many meals, stories, and, most importantly, laughs together. The work wasn't hard, and we always got to enjoy the fruits of our labor (literally!). After long days of work, we were greeted by Jenny and their two wonderful kids, who had incredible personalities and always wanted to play with us. Guido's parents were also amazing and welcomed us into their beautiful home. If you're looking for a fantastic experience, this is it!
about 1 month ago
Mario
Canada
Our stay at Guido's farm was our first Worldpackers experience and was absolutely fantastic. We really enjoyed helping out around the farm, and the family is very lovely. We got to try traditional Sicilian foods (Guido's cooking is stellar) and your stay is well cared for. Highly recommend this experience, and we can't wait to go back!
about 1 month ago
Luisa
Germany
My stay at Guido and Jenny's farm was my first volunteering experience – and it was truly wonderful. I didn't know what to expect, but any expectations would've been more than met. The work was varied, and I learned a lot about farm life in Sicily. I felt very welcome, and the kids were absolute sweethearts. Some tasks were physically demanding, but the stunning views, Mount Etna, and the results of the work made it all worth it. I highly recommend staying here and would love to come back one day. Thanks again for everything! :)
about 2 months ago
Il Contadino replied
It has been a pleasure to have Luisa as part of the family for three beautiful weeks. The kids, especially Agnese, liked her very much. A big thanks for all your help in the garden, we are really grateful for that. It’ll be hard now to get by without you delicious muffins… All the best and see you next time!
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