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Sintra's Permaculture Paradise! Nature and Community in Portugal!

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The experience

Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature, working alongside passionate individuals, and creating lifelong memories in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Life-changing adventure in the heart of Portugal, are you ready? :)

Join us and experience the beauty of Sintra while contributing to our thriving permaculture project.

This is more than just volunteering; it’s an opportunity to connect deeply with nature!

What you offer

25 hours of help 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

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

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

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate Portuguese

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Welcome to our project, a permaculture haven nestled in the picturesque region of Sintra, Portugal.

Our project is dedicated to sustainable living, ecological design, and community building. We focus on natural construction, agroforestry, mushroom cultivation, and much more.

As a volunteer, you will engage in a variety of tasks that promote environmental stewardship and sustainability. Our aim is to create a self-sufficient community that thrives on collaboration and respect for the natural world.

By joining us, you'll gain hands-on experience in permaculture principles and contribute to a meaningful cause, all while enjoying the breathtaking landscapes of Sintra.

Activities & Shift

We believe in the power of teamwork and shared responsibilities.

As a volunteer, you'll commit to a minimum of one month with two days off each week. Y

our daily schedule will involve 5 hours of diverse activities, including natural construction, agroforestry maintenance, mushroom cultivation, firewood collection, kitchen duties, food preservation, animal care, composting, wooden structure building, water management, seed collection, and project maintenance.

You'll live in a beautiful camp setting, bringing your own tent and camping gear for a truly immersive experience.

This is your chance to learn, grow, and contribute to a sustainable future while enjoying the camaraderie of like-minded individuals.