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Permaculture project San Joaquin, Philippines

5.0
(26 reviews)26

Help us build an agricultural retreat and enjoy beautiful Iloilo!

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Help a sustainable project
24 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
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Connect with nature
25 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
24 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

5h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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What you get

3

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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
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.
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Availability

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

We are converting our fallow land into a vegan organic food forest to host guests & events and we need your help. If you LOVE working with the EARTH, then this is a match! Plant projects include fruit tree & bamboo propagation, transplanting, and irrigation. Build projects include bathrooms, bamboo cabins, rainwater harvesting, and community spaces. You will be trained to work with tools & techniques at your skill level and under our supervision.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Be from outside Philippines

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

Permaculture Project

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 25 Get in touch with nature
  • 24 Meeting locals
  • 22 Immersing in the local culture
  • 21 Learning about sustainability
  • 20 Meeting international travelers
  • 19 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 21 15. Life on land
  • 19 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 12 13. Climate action

United States

5

Algersans gave truly everything I wanted and more! I wanted to work reeeally hard, like a real farmer would. I wanted to learn about bamboo, obviously. I wanted to be deeply immersed in local culture. I wanted to be surrounded by nature everyday. I didn't expect to be welcomed by a beautiful community and to feel so safe and loved. I didn't expect to have an opportunity to forage my own food with Ate Emi, a village legend in my opinion 😅 And I didn't expect to form a true friendship with Toto, who was beyond accommodating, generous & accepting. I wish I had more space to write! ♥️

about 1 month ago

Hungary

5

This project is perfect for those who want to explore the possibilities of bamboo and experience the hard work involved in cultivating your own land. Toto is an excellent teacher, who uses the principle of learning by doing, helps you find answers, thoroughly explains the background to his decisions, and open to your ideas as well. If you would also like to see the dynamics of a village and don't mind being a bit isolated, don't hesitate to apply! :)

2 months ago

Germany

5

Toto and his family were amazing hosts! I instantly felt welcomed in their home. Toto was always paying attention to the work you do to make sure you do it correctly & safely. At the same time he let you work by yourself as soon as he got the feeling you could. During the hot days the work was quite tiring, so be prepared for that. The other volunteers were also super fun and I enjoyed doing day trips with them to the beach/etc. Over all it was a very cool experience to get to know the permaculture behind a bamboo farm and I had a lovely time with everyone, see you soon!

2 months ago

Brazil

5

My time at Algersans Bamboo Farm provided valuable hands-on learning in sustainable agriculture, with both rewarding moments and opportunities for personal growth. Algersans offers exactly what it promises - real agricultural work in a beautiful Philippine setting. Those seeking a structured volunteer program with modern comforts might find it challenging, while volunteers valuing hands-on learning and cultural immersion will appreciate the experience.

2 months ago

France

5

I had an amazing experience volunteering at this bamboo farm ! Yes, the work can be physically demanding, but with only 5.5 to 6 hours of work per day, it's absolutely reasonable. Plus, the afternoons are free to relax, explore, or just enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Mama Gloria's cooking is simply delicious ! This place is perfect for anyone wanting to learn about bamboo construction and farming. Working alongside Toto was a real pleasure; he is both passionate and hilarious :) this type of physical work before, it can be a challenge, but Toto is always there to guide and support you.

4 months ago

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