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Description
Join the Camp Family and be a Part of Something Meaningful!
We are Maren (originally from Germany), Mithra, our daughters Surya & Maya,
Plus our team:
Suneetha in the kitchen, Piyasena the caretaker, Bandula the master-carpenter, Raja the handyman and Lucy our dog.
Are you looking for a hands-on experience that combines sustainability, creativity, and community? Our small-scale farm in the beautiful south of Sri Lanka, is calling for motivated and passionate volunteers to help us grow and thrive!
We’re more than just a farm – we’re a place where ideas come to life. From growing fruits and vegetables to upcycling wood, from landscaping lush spaces to creating inspiring play areas for children, there’s always something exciting happening here.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
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 believe it's all about connecting with people, sharing stories, and embracing the rich diversity of cultures that come together on our small farm.
We love to cook traditional meals from different countries together or take you to our favorite beach in the evenings.
Help
We’re looking for volunteers who are:
- Enthusiastic about sustainable farming and agriculture
- Creative and skilled in landscaping, woodwork, painting, or other crafts
- Ready to get their hands dirty and learn new skills
- Open to living and working in a collaborative and inspiring environment
- Experienced in child play and babysitting
What you can expect:
- A chance to learn about sustainable farming practices and traditional methods
- Hands-on projects that range from planting and harvesting to creating eco-friendly furniture
- An opportunity to make a real impact by contributing your ideas and talents
- A welcoming, multicultural atmosphere where we work and have fun!
Whether you’re a skilled carpenter, an aspiring gardener, a budding artist, or just someone with a passion for working with nature and kids, we have a place for you here.
Come be a part of our journey toward sustainability and creativity. Let’s build, grow, and create something amazing together!
Interested? Reach out to us and let’s make it happen!
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Sinhalese: FluentThis 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
You'll stay in a simple but clean room (two beds available). We have a nice outdoor shower and separate bathroom.
Our kitchen staff prepares three meals a day, and she can adjust to any dietary restriction.
But if you feel like making your own food that is totally fine.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We can offer calm workplaces for Digital nomads, you'd only have to figure out your internet access (mobile data), since we don't provide wifi.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Pets are welcome to stay if they don't chase our free-ranged chickens ;)
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Feedback (8)
Besides of that she was extremely helpful in the household, with the kids, and a lot of other daily tasks.
What I admired most about her was her kindness and lightness - talking to her felt like… read more
While we were there, Maren and Mithra had two more volunteers staying and together we had so much fun during work as well as in the evenings. We mostly helped with raking and smaller projects around the farm. After work we'd… read more
We helped at the farm with different tasks in the household, such as making cheese or dough for pizza parties 🍕We also helped preparing the meals during the days Sunee, the master of the kitchen who provides you with amazing… read more
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Besides of that she was extremely helpful in the household, with the kids, and a lot of other daily tasks.
What I admired most about her was her kindness and lightness - talking to her felt like… read more
While we were there, Maren and Mithra had two more volunteers staying and together we had so much fun during work as well as in the evenings. We mostly helped with raking and smaller projects around the farm. After work we'd… read more
We helped at the farm with different tasks in the household, such as making cheese or dough for pizza parties 🍕We also helped preparing the meals during the days Sunee, the master of the kitchen who provides you with amazing… read more
Jy ai passé des bons moments, comme en famille :)
Les volontaires rencontré sur place est aussi de tres bonne compagnie, on a beaucoup rigolé !
Les journées etaient vraiment bien rythmée, possibilité daller voir le levé du soleil le matin… read more
She is extremely easy going, picking up every tasks immediately and seeing work without us having to tell her. She helped with everything - from lifting heavy stones, farm work, weaving chairs, cleaning and preparing the rooms to… read more
I spent 2 weeks in December 2024, and after a week away decided I had to go back and spent almost another month.
Mithra, Maren and everyone else on the farm welcomed me with open arms and I instantly felt like part of the family. Every day looked… read more
It is a great place to experience local farming in a welcoming family environment. Learning about local plants, gardening, cuisine and way of life.
We prepared and cleaned some areas for a vegetable garden, planted a lot… read more
No matter what task, she was able to be of help and even without telling her what to do she would work independently.
Thank you so much for everything!
We hope to meet you again and wish you all the best for your journey!
From the first day I felt so welcome in the family.
During my time Maren and my big project was painting the wall. Also I spent a lot of time with Suri and she had immediately a place in my heart because of her cuteness!!!
It was so nice to… read more
We really enjoyed the time with her and hope to meet her again someday.
Thank you Mariama!
You’ll meet Surya, the little mischief-maker who, despite her cheekiness, will capture your heart in no… read more
