Help a warm, inclusive family in Norway with daily life

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Connect with nature: 11 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Practice English: 8 travelers recommend this host to practice English

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Pet Sitting: Taking care of and looking after pets.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

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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.

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.

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

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

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Stay at least: 3 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

Help with cleaning and tidying inside the house, caring for our animals. Feeding, playing with and cleaning up after our cats and dog and sometimes helping in the stable. Around 4 hours a day, 5 days a week with 2 days off. You will usually be the only volunteer. A private room, meals and time to explore beautiful western Norway are included. Tasks can vary a little so flexibility is appreciated. A driving license (manual) would be helpful.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Fluent German
Between 18 and 40 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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11 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

11 Get in touch with nature
8 Practicing English
7 Immersing in the local culture
4 Developing social awareness
4 Meeting locals
2 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

6 5. Gender equality
3 10. Reduced inequalities
2 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Yelyzaveta

Ukraine

I spent three winter weeks with this lovely family and I'm really grateful for my stay. Because it was winter, I couldn't do as many hikes as I hoped, but I'm sure this place is amazing in warmer seasons. All the animals were adorable and well-behaved, and Max completely stole my heart. Marsha and Yoko were very welcoming and having another volunteer with me made everything easier. Thank you for the cozy and memorable time!

about 1 month ago

Roger

Spain

Marsha, Yoko and all the family is that kind of people that reminds me world is full of good-hearted people. You've created a HOME together and I am truly thankful of have been part of it. Although it was only for some weeks, I never felt as a foreigner, but a temporal welcomed member of the house. Tasks are fair and there was always a clear and good communication.

4 months ago

Echo

China

I had a wonderful three weeks with Marsha and Yoko. From the very beginning I felt truly welcomed—Yoko is so kind, Marsha communicates so well, and the kids are cheerful and always included me. The dog and cats are adorable and affectionate, so I never felt lonely. The work was clear, flexible, and not difficult, and I learned a lot along the way. Free time was always enjoyable too—playing with the kids, walking outside, or just relaxing with the piano and other instruments at home. The scenery around the house is beautiful, with a great hiking trail nearby and a fjord just a bus ride away.

4 months ago

Marsha replied

Thank you so very much for your kind words. It warms my heart to know you actually enjoyed your time with us. I was a bit worried that you felt alone or that all of us were too overwhelming. ❤️

Emma

Canada

Marsha and Yoko made me feel very welcomed right away! I stayed 6 weeks, and after only the first one, I felt like I was home. The younger kids are very social and are always up to do activities and games. It's a lot of people in the house, but I absolutely loved all that constant action. The nature around is incredible and there are so many beautiful hikes to do. Also, the chores are very clear and easily fit in the hours proposed. For my first time with Worldpackers, I had a memorable time!

7 months ago

Marsha replied

Thank you so much for your nice words ❤️

Jana

Austria

I had the most wonderful time staying with this warm and welcoming family of eight, along with their adorable pets. Though it was sometimes chaotic, it only added to the charm and homeliness of their place. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel like part of their family with their kindness and care. They ensure I had a great time, organizing fun outings, cozy movie nights, and games. At the same time, they were respectful of my need for independence, giving me the freedom to explore whenever I wanted. Everything felt so easy and flexible, thanks to our open communication.

12 months ago

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