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Hello, my name is Lilli. I am German and have been living for over 25 years in a remote corner of the Chilean region of Aysén – right in the heart of Patagonia’s wild nature. My farm is located 55 km south of Cochrane, near the Carretera Austral, in a completely rural setting.
We sustain ourselves with what we produce on the farm: animals, the forest, and the garden. During the summer months, we also run a small rural tourism project with horseback riding tours (Refugio y Camping Río Nadis).
There is no phone signal, and electricity is limited (12V). Transportation to and from Cochrane can be coordinated with us (a combination of public and private transport). This is a perfect place to slow down, disconnect, and take time to experience a simpler, more natural way of life.
For the period October 1st, 2025 to February 28th, 2026 – which is spring and summer in Patagonia – I am looking for one motivated person to support me with the day-to-day work on the farm.
Maybe you’ve already traveled a bit, gained hands-on experience, or even started a similar project yourself. Maybe you’re thinking about moving to the countryside, or you’re simply ready for a change and curious about life on a Patagonian farm. Then this could be a real opportunity for you.
What matters most to me is that you bring experience and motivation in the following areas:
-Working with horses
-Permaculture and gardening
-Manual work and practical skills
If you can imagine becoming part of this special place for a few months and are open to a simple, nature-connected way of living, then I’d be happy to hear from you.
Warm greetings from Patagonia,
Lilli
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We lead a simple life and strive to live as much as possible off our own land. Therefore, depending on the season, you can learn various skills with us, such as preserving food, tanning hides, spinning and weaving wool, chopping firewood, baking bread, and cultivating your own seeds, etc
Help
From October 2025 to February 2026,
there are no specific projects, but this gives us the opportunity to choose tasks that appeal to our helpers and are most urgently needed at that time
.What matters most to me is that you bring experience and motivation in the following areas:
-Working with horses
-Permaculture and gardening
-Manual work and practical skills
I am especially excited about self-reliant and strong craftswomen and craftsmen who can work wonders with the resources available.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
For volunteers, we offer accommodation in our Refugio and campground, which includes a kitchen, two bathrooms, and potentially shared bedrooms with other guests of the shelter. Those who come with their own motorhome or bring a tent can also use the refugio, which is located 250 meters from our house. Depending on the season, there may also be a bedroom available for a Workawayer in my house. Meals are prepared together, or volunteers can cook in the refugio's kitchen, depending on the situation and preference. We mainly eat what the countryside provides, and we bring some groceries from the small city Cochrane roughly once a week."
What else ...
In our valley at the confluence of the Baker and Ñadis rivers, you can engage in activities such as:
• Hiking or Horseback riding tour to “El Saltón” and Nacional Monument “Corte San Carlos“
• Trekking Sendero Caracol ( 2:45hrs) and trekking to mountain range Cordón Los Ñadis (1660m)
• We organize visits to Fundo “El Diablo” (half day)
• On rainy and cold days, you can relax in the dry sauna
• We also recommend a day trip by car to Caleta Tortel (93 Km one-way)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I can actually imagine quite well taking in digital nomads at the Refugio for longer periods during the off-season (May to October) in exchange for house-sitting and maintenance work, or even for payment. Having your own internet access (e.g., Starlink antenna, etc.) is a prerequisite! Perhaps someone might be interested in challenging themselves against the solitude and silence of the Patagonian winter? Details would need to be discussed—hopefully during a personal meeting.
Space for parking camper vans
To access my property, you need to cross the suspension-bridge over the Ñadis River. The maximum weight limit is 7 tons, and it can be quite narrow for very wide motorhomes
Can possibly accept pets
Yes and no, it depends on the dog and also its owner. There are already six dogs on the farm that we need for farm work, and sometimes there can be issues between the dogs. We have also had problems during the lambing season and with the native fauna, such as the huemul, the Andean deer, which can be disturbed by the dogs in their natural habitat. We would like to avoid that
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
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The tasks were very diverse, we did something different almost every day. It was great… read more
It was a very rich and deep experience !
Thank a lot Lilli !
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The tasks were very diverse, we did something different almost every day. It was great… read more
It was a very rich and deep experience !
Thank a lot Lilli !
