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We are a breeding farm for llamas & alpacas, camels, Kangeroos, emus, dogs, ect.
We organise llama trekking tours, camel trekking, camel riding and outdoor activities around the animals. Events from children's birthday, company outings, animal assisted activities to entertainment seminars for beginners and professionals. Help us in our private house, in our garden etc.
Wir sind ein Zuchtbetrieb für Lamas & Alpakas, haben Kamele, Kangeruhs, Emus, Hunde, ect.
Hier ein tolles Video unserer Workawayer die im September 2019 bei uns waren
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Animal Care
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
in your freetime you can visit Wiesbaden, Mainz & Frankfurt or some other towns by train or relax in the forest or at the river rhine. Hiking also of course..
We are happy about volunteers that respect us, our animals, our home and the nature. If you are you will have a fantastic stay...
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
You help us for something works in the garden and in our house, painting furniture, something else
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have place for two people, Meals are included, we have lunch together, sometimes also dinner. For breakfast or your freedays we buy some food for you
What else ...
Nearby Wiesbaden is one of the oldest spa towns in Europe. Its name translates to "meadow baths," making reference to the hot springs. It is internationally famous for its architecture, climate (also called the "Nice of the North"), and its hot springs. At one time, Wiesbaden boasted 26 hot springs. Fourteen of the springs are still flowing today.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 389584374255
Feedback (30)
16 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
Incredible time spent here. I stayed 5 weeks in the farm with Frank, Allexandra, their family and all of the workers. Each days was different from the one before, i had some main tasks to do like cleaning and feeding the lamas but it was never repetitive, i did paint, gardening, digging, helped for the tour and many things i cant remember. I was… read more
23 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kara)
Kara war bei uns 5 Wochen auf der Farm und war wirklich eine große Hilfe. Sie hat schnell Kontakt zum ganzen Team gehabt, hat eine schnelle Auffassungsgabe und konnte schnell Dinge komplett eigenständig machen. Egal welche Aufgabe sie übernommen hat, man hatte immer den Eindruck sie hat Spaß gehabt. Unsere ganze Familie wünscht Kara alles Gute und… read more
(Excellent
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23 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kara) for host
Ich habe 5 Wochen verbracht und hab mich schnell wie ein Teil der Familie gefühlt. Alex hat mich vom Bahnhof abgeholt und auch nicht die Nerven verloren, als ich an der falschen Station ausgestiegen bin (sorry nochmal), am Hof habe ich erst Katharina kennengelernt (in ihrem "Hallo!" schwingt so viel Herzlichkeit mit, dass man innerhalb kürzester… read more
16 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Enric) for host
Vaig estar gairebé un mes amb la familia i tots els animalons. Tenen una extensió de terra gegant, quasi tota la muntanya amb el que els animals tenen espai de sobres per jugar, divertir-se i ho tenen tot mooolt endreçat. Molt endreçat, típicament alemany. Els àpats els vàrem fer tots junts pràcticament i estava tot molt bo, tret del ketkhup amb… read more
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16 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
Incredible time spent here. I stayed 5 weeks in the farm with Frank, Allexandra, their family and all of the workers. Each days was different from the one before, i had some main tasks to do like cleaning and feeding the lamas but it was never repetitive, i did paint, gardening, digging, helped for the tour and many things i cant remember. I was… read more
23 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kara)
Kara war bei uns 5 Wochen auf der Farm und war wirklich eine große Hilfe. Sie hat schnell Kontakt zum ganzen Team gehabt, hat eine schnelle Auffassungsgabe und konnte schnell Dinge komplett eigenständig machen. Egal welche Aufgabe sie übernommen hat, man hatte immer den Eindruck sie hat Spaß gehabt. Unsere ganze Familie wünscht Kara alles Gute und… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kara) for host
Ich habe 5 Wochen verbracht und hab mich schnell wie ein Teil der Familie gefühlt. Alex hat mich vom Bahnhof abgeholt und auch nicht die Nerven verloren, als ich an der falschen Station ausgestiegen bin (sorry nochmal), am Hof habe ich erst Katharina kennengelernt (in ihrem "Hallo!" schwingt so viel Herzlichkeit mit, dass man innerhalb kürzester… read more
16 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Enric) for host
Vaig estar gairebé un mes amb la familia i tots els animalons. Tenen una extensió de terra gegant, quasi tota la muntanya amb el que els animals tenen espai de sobres per jugar, divertir-se i ho tenen tot mooolt endreçat. Molt endreçat, típicament alemany. Els àpats els vàrem fer tots junts pràcticament i estava tot molt bo, tret del ketkhup amb… read more
29 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander)
Alexander war immer super engagiert und war uns eine große Hilfe auf der Farm Wir wünschen Dir alles gute und würden uns freuen Dich einmal wieder zu sehen !
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alexander) for host
Thank you so much for this experience!
I stayed for 2 weeks but I wish I could’ve stayed much longer!
Alex and Frank were super kind and patient with my intermediate German. They are super generous with the accommodations. My room was lovely and the food was wonderful. One highlight was Alex’s cooking.
The baby llamas and alpacas are absolutely… read more
I stayed for 2 weeks but I wish I could’ve stayed much longer!
Alex and Frank were super kind and patient with my intermediate German. They are super generous with the accommodations. My room was lovely and the food was wonderful. One highlight was Alex’s cooking.
The baby llamas and alpacas are absolutely… read more
22 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
My time and the experience I got here was nothing short of amazing. I spent just under 2 months here and Wow how the time went by! Thank you Alex and Frank for welcoming me into your home and sharing this beautiful setup you have going with me. Working closely with the animals was no doubt one of my favourite things. I miss them all already! I… read more
14 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clément & Maëlle) for host
Spending 1 month at this farm with Frank, Alex and all the team members was an amazing experience. The work is interesting and not repetitive. Working with llamas, alpacas, camels, camels, pigs, etc. is really awesome. The lunch breaks spent together are very funny with the humor of the family. Alex prepares dishes that are always very good.
The… read more
The… read more
27 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Anja Karina) for host
WOW!!!
Ich hab drei Wochen bei Frank, Alex, Katharina und Beni verbracht... besser hätte meine erster Host nicht sein können!
Von Tag 1 an hab ich mich super wohl gefühlt, der Hof wurde mit so viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet, und der Umgang mit den Tieren ist 1a*! Meine Aufgaben waren die Wiesen zu säubern, aber mit so netten Leuten wie Maja,… read more
Ich hab drei Wochen bei Frank, Alex, Katharina und Beni verbracht... besser hätte meine erster Host nicht sein können!
Von Tag 1 an hab ich mich super wohl gefühlt, der Hof wurde mit so viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet, und der Umgang mit den Tieren ist 1a*! Meine Aufgaben waren die Wiesen zu säubern, aber mit so netten Leuten wie Maja,… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Seth) for host
Frank and Alex's place was a great experience. To work and be so close with the amount of unique animals is very rare, and I'm glad I can say now that I did it.
I spent four weeks there in Eltville. My days started at 8am and finished around 14, but I usually stayed until 14:30 to offer extra help as I got on well with the other workers.
Alex is a… read more
I spent four weeks there in Eltville. My days started at 8am and finished around 14, but I usually stayed until 14:30 to offer extra help as I got on well with the other workers.
Alex is a… read more
16 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Brent) for host
I was picked up from the Train station promptly and with good communication. English is spoken well by the family, the staff and other volunteers. The visitors to the farm are mostly german speaking. The family are very welcoming and provided dinner lunch and breakfast. I was also provided a small kitchenette and food to cook for myself should I… read more
31 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host
Es waren wunderbare 2 Wochen bei Alex und Frank und Familie. Es war eine sehr entspannte und freundliche Atmosphäre und ich habe mich sehr wohlgefühlt. Alle waren hilfsbereit und es wurde viel gelacht. Der Eventhof liegt superschön gelegen umgeben von toller Natur. Der Umgang mit allen Tieren ist top und ich konnte so einiges lernen. Die Arbeit… read more
10 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Samuele) for host
I spent a month and a half here and... what can I say? It was absolutely amazing! I found an extremely welcoming environment and friendly people that made me feel like being at home from the very first day. We had our laughs, we talked a lot in German (that I ameliorated a lot thanks to their help), we have shared wonderful meals. They also gave… read more
3 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Malgorzata & Julia) for host
My stay here was my second Workaway experience. When I look back I can only think of what a wonderful time I had there!
The entire family was extremely friendly and welcoming. It was nice to look at how passionate they were about all the animals living there and the whole farm in general. The animals had great conditions, were friendly and… read more
The entire family was extremely friendly and welcoming. It was nice to look at how passionate they were about all the animals living there and the whole farm in general. The animals had great conditions, were friendly and… read more
3 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Risa)
Risa war eine sehr angenehme freundliche Workawayerin, überaus fleißig und lernbereit. Sie hatte Spaß mit den Tieren und hat die die Freizeit mit uns genutzt - vielen lieben Dank !
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Risa) for host
I spent exactly one month at Frank and Alex place.
Their place is surrounded by nature and they have many kinds of sweet animals which I instantly fell in love with.
During my stay, I enjoyed many kinds of tasks and spending time with cute animals and nice people was just priceless!
I had a lot of my first-time experiences here like walking with… read more
Their place is surrounded by nature and they have many kinds of sweet animals which I instantly fell in love with.
During my stay, I enjoyed many kinds of tasks and spending time with cute animals and nice people was just priceless!
I had a lot of my first-time experiences here like walking with… read more
10 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Andreas) for host
What an enchanting place! - a unique opportunity of a lifetime.
This host is exceptional in many ways. The family provides you with outstanding delicious meals - and lots of it, so you won't ever be hungry. You have your private apartment, fully equipped and with additional food. A good organization, work ethic and solid equipment allows you to… read more
This host is exceptional in many ways. The family provides you with outstanding delicious meals - and lots of it, so you won't ever be hungry. You have your private apartment, fully equipped and with additional food. A good organization, work ethic and solid equipment allows you to… read more
24 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Arnaud & Charles) for host
Thanks Alex and Frank for welcoming us for a month !
We had a great time at your Lama farm. We could experience some farm life, take part of trekking and prepare lamas for it and go on a camel ride. We also had the opportunity to learn more about the job of a farrier. Taking care of the animal and see the baby camels play together was fun.
Our… read more
We had a great time at your Lama farm. We could experience some farm life, take part of trekking and prepare lamas for it and go on a camel ride. We also had the opportunity to learn more about the job of a farrier. Taking care of the animal and see the baby camels play together was fun.
Our… read more
17 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)
Daniela ist eine sehr nette hilfsbreite Person und ist immer wieder herzlich willkommen !
(Excellent)
5 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
I'm posting now from my home in Colombia, I spent two amazing weeks in the farm, it was my first experience with workaway and it could not be better, the cultural exchange was nice, I had the chance of try thypical and delicious food all the time and also I practiced a lot of the German language, they are very patient and speaks English, so is a… read more
15 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
I spent 2 weeks on the farm and everyone was very friendly and nice. Alex and Frank were always very helpful and patient. I always had something to do and I learnt many things I didn't know before. In fact, it was my first time working with animals! The tasks were not particularly hard, and I was always surrounded by nature (The animals are really… read more
7 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Chadaphon) for host
How can I started? It was a super good experience! I already missed all the animal there; especially 3 baby alpacas that were born during my stay :'( [and also all the dogs who always wag their tail when they see you]. All the animals are friendly, so you need not to be afraid. Alex and Frank are very friendly and welcoming. The foods are… read more
28 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Annette & Beat)
Annette & Beat sind super nette Leute mit denen wir sehr viel Spaß hatten. Für unsere Tiere, unsere Gäste und unseren Hof eine Bereicherung !!! Vielen Lieben Dank an Beide
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Annette & Beat) for host
We stayed for two weeks with Alex and Frank and enjoyed every minute there. The whole family is very warm-hearted, welcoming, open-minded and generous. They are all hard-working and full of passion for their animals. Food was always VERY delicious.
Our main-duty was gardening, but we also got the opportunity to help with the llamas and alpakas on… read more
Our main-duty was gardening, but we also got the opportunity to help with the llamas and alpakas on… read more
30 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Camilla) for host
I stayed with this family in August and it was my first Workaway experience: I think there wouldn't have been a better way to get started!
They are a super loving family, always with a smile on their face and ready to have a good laugh, you can ask them anything and they will help you out.
I had my own bedroom with a fridge and coffee machine, a… read more
They are a super loving family, always with a smile on their face and ready to have a good laugh, you can ask them anything and they will help you out.
I had my own bedroom with a fridge and coffee machine, a… read more
30 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Hallo !
It was my first time travelling like a volunteer abroad and it was a really nice first trip that made me sure, I want to continue in this adventures. Alexandra is so kind, she will give you everything you want :). I like her family and friends also. I enjoyed time there, on the farm mit Schubkarre :D, in the garden, with tourists and… read more
It was my first time travelling like a volunteer abroad and it was a really nice first trip that made me sure, I want to continue in this adventures. Alexandra is so kind, she will give you everything you want :). I like her family and friends also. I enjoyed time there, on the farm mit Schubkarre :D, in the garden, with tourists and… read more
9 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
Frank and Alexandra are great. While working with them, they provided me with an abundance of food. Also, I learned about German culture and life on a farm. I felt very welcome working with them. They have very nice camels and horses. It was a great experience. Thanks.
10 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (RAFAEL & CECILIA) for host
Thank you Alex and Frank for the 4 amazing weeks we shared with you and your family!!!
This was our first workaway experience and we can't think of how it could have been better. Alex and Frank were very welcoming. Everyone there really made us feel like part of the family.
We have the oportunity to meet a lot of friends of the family and… read more
This was our first workaway experience and we can't think of how it could have been better. Alex and Frank were very welcoming. Everyone there really made us feel like part of the family.
We have the oportunity to meet a lot of friends of the family and… read more
28 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mandy) for host
I only stayed for 10 days, but I really wish I could've stayed longer! I had an amazing time, and the entire family was so friendly and accepting. They also cook absolutely AMAZING food.
The work day is about 5-6 hours a day, and the work varies from helping with llama/alpaca trekking tours, to sorting out fibres, to gardening, etc.
There are… read more
The work day is about 5-6 hours a day, and the work varies from helping with llama/alpaca trekking tours, to sorting out fibres, to gardening, etc.
There are… read more
30 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Arnaud) for host
I spent a little bit more than two weeks at this place, and it was obviously too short!!
The accommodation is great: own room with full-filled fridge, the work is not difficult nor long, which would let you free time to explore the region.
The area is really beautiful, with a lot (A LOT!) of grape fields. The closest city, Eltville, is only 15 to… read more
The accommodation is great: own room with full-filled fridge, the work is not difficult nor long, which would let you free time to explore the region.
The area is really beautiful, with a lot (A LOT!) of grape fields. The closest city, Eltville, is only 15 to… read more
21 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Keagen) for host
I can't say enough good things about this Workaway experience. From before my arrival until well after the time I returned home, this host was phenomenal. They offered an unprecedented level of support. Before I arrived, they talked to me about my needs, wants, wishes, capabilities and experience, all with the goal of helping me have the best time… read more
5 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Linda) for host
I stayed with Alex and her family for four weeks in September.
It was a great time which I will never forget! I had a room for myself; bathroom and kitchen were shared.
The delicious lunch we usually ate together at the main house.
The llamas, alpacas and the bigger camels were great to work with, even for someone unexperienced as me!
Work… read more
It was a great time which I will never forget! I had a room for myself; bathroom and kitchen were shared.
The delicious lunch we usually ate together at the main house.
The llamas, alpacas and the bigger camels were great to work with, even for someone unexperienced as me!
Work… read more
16 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Liisa Lotta & Udo)
Super nettes Paar, waren sehr freundlich zu unseren Gästen & Tieren, immer gerne wieder
(Excellent)
22 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Liisa Lotta & Udo) for host
We were instantly accepted as a part of family so we had very pleasant stay since the first day. From my side working days were always different and there was no hard work and Udo helped to clean after the animals + some gardening etc. The food was great and family was really warm. The animals have a really nice calming effect so we spent a lot of… read more
15 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nancy)
(No show)
5 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Rheece) for host
Great people, great family, really really enjoyed my Workaway experience. Thank you Alex and Frank for the 3 weeks I was there. I think I got there at the perfect time of year. Winter changing to spring with all the Forrest coming to life. The Animals having babies and the older Llama and Alpaca babies ready for trainings. Everything about this… read more
1 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Ronja_Raeubertochter) for host
Danke ihr Lieben!
I stayed 2 weeks with this family and enjoyed my time a lot. They're really open and welcoming and always care about your needs. I lived in a small apartment with a small kitchen and a full fridge. For lunch I always joined them in the main house.
The work was very interesting. Mainly I helped with the trekking tours and worked… read more
I stayed 2 weeks with this family and enjoyed my time a lot. They're really open and welcoming and always care about your needs. I lived in a small apartment with a small kitchen and a full fridge. For lunch I always joined them in the main house.
The work was very interesting. Mainly I helped with the trekking tours and worked… read more
