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Ocean lovers welcome to come and help in Aore Vanuatu

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a working cocoa plantation in Vanuatu, not a hobby farm. Alongside this, we run a small bnb. We are looking for capable, practical people to work with us and support both the plantation and the accommodation.

    This role suits people who enjoy responsibility, hands-on work, and real island living.

    What you’ll be doing (based on your skills):
    • Assisting on a working cocoa plantation (planting, harvesting, drying)
    • Supporting bnb operations (cleaning, guest changeovers, light hosting)
    • Cooking if you have the skills
    • Basic maintenance and farm machinery assistance
    • Working alongside local Ni-Vanuatu staff and with us directly

    Accommodation & location:
    • Private accommodation for two people
    • Your own space with ocean views
    • Safe water and electricity
    • Close to town
    • Quiet, rural island setting

    Who this suits:
    • Practical individuals or couples
    • Farm, hospitality, eco-lodge, or retreat experience valued
    • Comfortable with heat, rain, mosquitoes, and bugs
    • Island living is real, simple, and hands-on

    Skills & requirements:
    • Experience in farm work, hospitality, maintenance, or cooking preferred but not required
    • English required; French helpful
    • Able to work independently and take direction
    • Respectful working with local communities

    Important to know:
    This is real work in a tropical environment. If you are looking for comfort, nightlife, or a beach holiday, this will not be a good fit as we don’t have nightclubs or bars. The local village is next door and the locals are welcoming and kind. We have safe swimming waters and safe location.

    We are looking for people who want to contribute, learn, and be part of a working plantation and small tourism operation.

    If this sounds like you, tell us:
    • Your skills
    • Whether you are solo or a couple
    • How long you can commit
    • Any relevant experience

    My children are adult and I work the plantation with my team. If you like water ocean hunting and fishing pure eating and life you will love Vanuatu

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sailing / Boating
    Hiking
    Camping
    Beach
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Learn about traditional Cocoa farming in Vanuatu and how locals live completely off the land

  • Help

    Help

    Must be able to live off grid, fit and happy to walk swim, confident in boats and enjoy simple lifestyle. Wild foods a plenty and a small town 2km across the bay.

    We have plenty of power and hot water and starlink internet

  • Languages spoken

    English: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Accommodation in a private studio with bathroom detached from house

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You access our house via a boat ferry
    We have only a few cars on the island it is a nature reserve .
    Use of bikes is what we use to get around

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 445828455377

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