Stay on small farm with working-horses in Norway! 🐴✨

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: 9 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host: This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature: 9 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 8 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

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.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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What you get

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.

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.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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

Come live a unique experience on a small and charming farm in Norway! I am looking for volunteers that like animals, will try a simple life want want to connect with natur and learn about working with horses. But also is willing to participate in other work that is needed on the farm.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Intermediate German
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

No poverty

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Responsible consumption and production

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10 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

9 Get in touch with nature
8 Immersing in the local culture
7 Meeting locals
3 Meeting international travelers
3 Developing environmental awareness
2 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

9 12. Responsible consumption and production
2 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
1 1. No poverty

Stefanie

Germany

My time at Øystein's was truly a unique and special experience. Everyday I got to learn something new, like driving the tractor, which was super fun to do. Tromøya is a beautiful island, offering a lot of opportunities to embrace the Norwegian nature. If you want a very cultural experience, then you should visit Norway around mid-may which is when they have their national day. Øystein is an amazing host!! He is very patient and will teach you a lot about the farm life with working horses. I'm very thankful for the kindness I got to experience!! To tusen takk :)

about 2 months ago

Susana

Spain

Staying at Øystein's farm has been one of the best experiences. Øystein is a kind, noble, and funny man that makes you feel very welcome at his home. The work hours are absolutely fair and the tasks are accesible and diverse. It's a blessing to see how Øystein works with his animals. Moreover, the island is a hidden gem; full of history and landscapes. You can travel around the island with your bike, car or even take the ferry! The main city is also near (and beautiful!). My personal tip for a new volunteer would be to completely immerse yourself. Get to know the people and their culture!

2 months ago

Marlene

Austria

This was really the best volunteering experience I had so far. I learned so many new things and it was always fun. Øystein was friendly and welcoming and the accomodation is really nice. The nature is beautiful there and you also learn much about the culture which was great. I had an amazing time and made unforgettable memories! I truly recommend it! Thank you for this experience!

3 months ago

Saskia

Netherlands

To me this experience was a tranquil getaway from everyday, busy life. If you dont mind putting some physical work in, this place is definetly a go-to, to get a clear head and enjoy "farmlife". Tasks ranged from walking the dog to cleaning Windows or cutting sticks away from tree stumps so that theyre ready for transport. I was lucky enough that he let us work with the horses himself and it was a fun experience! :) Øystein was very friendly and always open to any kind of question! 10/10 would recommend :D

4 months ago

Julia

Switzerland

I really enjoyed my stay at the farm a lot. I made very beautiful and special memories there. I liked that the small island where the farm is located is close to the sea so I could go on walks there and watch the stunning sunset and enjoy the impressive scandinavian scenery. Øystein is a wonderful host who always made sure we had everything we needed and he is interested in other cultures and in meeting new people. He made me feel welcome and I had a lot of fun when taking care of or working with the animals. Øystein makes sure that the tasks are interesting and is good at encouraging people:)

4 months ago

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