Eco Village Viseu, Portugal

5.0
(11 reviews)11

Come help us with our new bio-construction project in Portugal

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
11 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
10 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
9 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
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.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
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
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.
Discounts on Parties
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
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!
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
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
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

Our community has spent the last decade breathing life back into this once-abandoned village, where our ancestors crafted stunning terraces, springs, and stone houses by hand. Now, we invite you to be part of our journey as we establish our Holistic Institute, a beacon of healing, spiritual growth, and ecological harmony. Nestled in the serene mountains of Portugal, just outside Viseu, lies our ecovillage! :)

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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11 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Eco Village

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 10 Get in touch with nature
  • 9 Learning about sustainability
  • 8 Meeting locals
  • 8 Developing environmental awareness
  • 8 Meeting international travelers
  • 7 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 11 15. Life on land
  • 7 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • 6 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 4 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 4 17. Partnerships for the goals

Austria

5

If you're into crystals, plant medicine, and all things spiritual, this place is made for you! It's a heart-centered community full of like-minded people living freely in the forest, connected through alternative lifestyles, shamanic practices, and a deep love for nature. Tasks can include helping build Miguel's house or supporting fun events like local festivals. It's definitely a hippie bubble - magical if it's your vibe, but not for everyone. Miguel speaks great English, and you'll also hear Spanish, Portuguese, and even German. I had a greatly inspiring, and an unforgettable time!! 🫶🏻

about 2 months ago

United States

5

Cabrum is a beautiful place with beautiful people. I felt welcomed into the community on my first night and throughout my stay was able to build deeper relationships. I enjoyed working on the house, I found it quite meditative and I was able to learn more as long as I asked the right questions. I feel like a have discovered a facet of myself and my spirituality here and I will always be grateful for the time I had here!

about 2 months ago

Latvia

5

This was one of the greatest experiences of my life. This place helped me to learn new skills, helped me to learn more about myself, and allowed to meet wonderful people living in the community, and also the ones visiting. Though, I should warn you that this place might not be for everyone. If you are looking for a comfort or a city life, you should probably consider something else. If you want to spend time in the nature and get away from the distractions of the city, this might just be the place for you. Miguel is a wonderful host, and if you are open minded, you will enjoy your time here.

3 months ago

Switzerland

5

If you want to reconnect with nature and see beautiful place I recommend it. The river is magical and I enjoyed the place, it is so calm and peaceful, the good was very good and Nigel is respectful and flexible. I enjoyed spending time with him, macking fire in the night and talking about many subject. He share with me his passion for chocolate, medicine and a lot of other things ! I recommend this place to peaupole who want to be lost in the nature and learn more about building eco house with local people (:

6 months ago

Israel

4

My friend's and my time on Miguel's land was truly one of a kind. We were able to learn about sustainable construction and gardening, as well as leading an environmentally aware lifestyle. Cabrum is a beautiful village, and the surrounding river and forest are breathtaking. It's the perfect place for anyone who wishes to get closer to nature and learn more about sustainability. Miguel was very kind and flexible with the hours and schedule of work. The tasks got a little bit repetitive at times, but Miguel was happy to give us other tasks as well. We are both grateful for this experience!

2 months ago

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About the host

Hosted by miguel

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This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
This host usually answers to 40% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 4 days

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