Learning about local culture and experiencing outdoors near Okahandja, Namibia

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  Description

  The farm is 3500m2 and team members can enjoy a variety of activities such as Hunting, swimming, horse riding, bird watching, bike and motorbike riding.
  
  Game viewing by foot or bike is amazing as you come close to all the wildlife. There is always lots to do with all the animals, such as feeding & grooming (they really enjoy this) – even the chickens.
  
  Our company employs a total of 98 staff members, with a dedicated team of 11 staff members working permanently on the farm:
  
  - 1x manager couple
  - 2x semi-skilled mechanics
  - 3x semi-skilled gardeners
  - 1x semi-skilled Worker specialising in plumbing and electrics
  - 4x general labourers
  
  Each team member plays a key role in keeping the farm running smoothly and efficiently.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  General Maintenance
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  What's this?
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We welcome open-minded people who can think 'out of the box' and are eager to help create an idyllic 'back to nature,' self-sustainable oasis.
  
  We have a very open spiritual approach and welcome those who share an interest in using natural insecticides – we're looking for someone who perhaps has alternative ways/methods of “healing” the animals and land.
  
  There will be enough time to explore the desert, and the ocean – these trips will be well organised by us. These trips will help those learn about all the different cultures in Namibia, and why Namibia is so amazingly unique.
  
  There are plenty of projects we need help with - such as building new pig enclosures, cattle walkways, building renovations, mechanical repairs, landscaping and gardening.
  
  There's plenty to learn about the Namibian culture on our farm, and off it.

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  Help

  Volunteers will be staying directly on the farm with everything in walking distance of approximately 600m. All activities are located on the farm. As mentioned, trips in namibia will be organised by us.
  
  There are plenty of projects that we need help with, such as building new pig enclosures, and cattle walkways, building renovations, mechanical repairs, landscaping and gardening as well as helping in the kitchen to prepare their own meals. Please note - we do not sell meals to anyone. We simply create meals together as part of teamwork.
  
  We would appreciate someone who knows what to do and can oversee certain projects as well as give us ideas for improvements.
  
  An added benefit - we'd appreciate someone who can give us some “know-how” on hydroponics – we would like to start that due to the severe drought we have currently in Namibia.
  
  We believe that teamwork makes the dream work.
  
  If you’re passionate about nature, farming, and experiencing a simpler way of life, we’d love to hear from you.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Afrikaans: Fluent
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  We speak three languages.
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  Accommodation

  Your Namibian Home Awaits!
  
  Accommodation will be in container-style homes with ensuite bathrooms, set right in the heart of our fenced game reserve. Imagine waking up to antelopes grazing just beyond your terrace - or as we call it here, the stoep!
  
  With views of a small tranquil lake and breathtaking Namibian sunsets and sunrises, every moment here feels like an experience in itself.
  
  3 meals a day will be provided.

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  What else ...

  Animal and nature lovers: Volunteers must have a genuine love for animals and nature, treating both with the utmost respect. This is fundamental to our way of life and operations on the farm.
  
  Open spiritual mindset: We embrace a very open spiritual approach and welcome individuals who share an appreciation for alternative medicine.
  
  Our farm is a space for growth, healing, and learning, where everyone’s journey is respected.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We also have outside toilets and shower facilities available for those with campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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