Come join us on our rural paradise in Chiquimullia, Guatemala

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  Description

  We are an experimental regenerative/ permaculture farm, It's a bit of a botanical sanctuary, with many unique species. Our vision is to create a paradise — a place of symbiosis between humans, animals, plants, and the elements. Though the land was once over-exploited by industrial agriculture, it's now transforming into an abundant, beautiful ecosystem.
  
  You’ll be able to harvest much of what you eat here and experience a lifestyle rooted in connection with the land, animals, and local community. We also run a large tilapia aquaculture system, so if you’re interested in fish farming, you can learn or get involved!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Pets

  

  Self development

  

  Culture

  

  Sustainability

  

  Farming

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  History

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Gardening

  

  Writing

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Beach

  

  Dancing

  

  Mountain

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Water sports

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling

  

  Adventure sports
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  This project is based in a rural, off-the-beaten-track area of Guatemala where no one speaks English — except us, your hosts, and any other volunteers. The local people are incredibly friendly and welcoming. You’ll have a unique opportunity to connect with villagers and especially the children, who love to come and play at the farm. It’s a perfect chance to practice your Spanish and learn from the daily life of the community. While no one here speaks Mayan languages, you can pick up local knowledge like how to make cheese, tortillas, traditional recipes, and many simple but brilliant tips for living in this environment that only locals know.

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  Help

  Calling All Nature-Loving Adventurers
  
  We're looking for passionate, strong, and curious people to join us in our evolving regenerative farm project. If you love working with your hands, learning by doing, and immersing yourself in the wild beauty of nature — this might be the place for you.
  
  This is a hot, sweaty, bug-filled paradise where mornings explode with birdsong, and the clay beneath our feet is slowly being transformed into fertile abundance. There are lizards, snakes, mangroves, jungle, and wide-open skies. This is not a retreat — it’s an adventure. A lifestyle. A mission.
  
  We’re expanding our diverse agroforestry systems, experimenting with irrigation, developing a natural swimming pool, processing bamboo, and soon beginning to build with earth. We're also fixing up and painting the rustic buildings to make them more comfortable.
  
  We’re especially looking for artists, farmers, carpenters, natural builders, animal lovers, and people who are good at fixing things and figuring stuff out. Anyone who is strong, fit, hands-on, and ready to learn by doing will thrive here.
  
  This is not the place for people who just want a place to stay while they socialize or go out at night. This is a working farm, a learning space, and a living experiment in regeneration. To get the most out of being here, that has to be your focus too.
  
  Expect to harvest your own food and live in a landscape where jungle meets Serengeti meets mangroves and the sea. Cowboys, kids, tortillas and beans, and a slower pace of life — more hands, less mind.
  
  If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent

  This 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.
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  Accommodation

  I have rooms in the shared farmhouse — two private rooms with double beds and a bathroom. They are rustic but clean, safe, and comfortable. I also have two rooms with two single beds in each. All rooms have electricity and weak Wi-Fi. There’s plenty of good bedding and towels available.
  
  Food & Cooking
  We provide basic ingredients and a well-equipped kitchen (gas stove, rocket stove, pizza
  oven, fridge/freezer, filtered water). Volunteers cook their own meals and clean up.
  Included staples: beans, rice, oats, muesli, quinoa, sugar, salt, pasta, lentils, wheat flour, cooking oil.
  Free farm foods: fish, eggs (when available), coconuts, papayas, bananas, mangos (in
  season).
  Farm shop (discounted volunteer prices): marmalades, jams, nut spreads, yogurt,
  cheese, cream, kombucha, ice creams.
  Local food options:
  ● Veg van: Tuesdays & Saturdays, 7:00 am
  ● Chicken sellers: Tuesdays & Fridays
  ● Cheese & tortillas: from Melvin’s wife
  ● Bread: nearby town shop (bus ride)
  ● Local stores: eggs, milk & basics
  ● City market (big market, Saturdays): 30 min bus ride
  ● Supermarket: 30 min bus ride after work

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  What else ...

  During your time off, you can explore the farm’s 28 hectares — go birdwatching, look for mammals, work on your own project, or lounge by the pool. You can take a boat trip into the mangroves and discover hundreds of lagoons and secret, secluded villages. Go fishing, visit the beach, enjoy local restaurants, or simply soak up the peaceful rhythm of the land.
  
  For the more adventurous, head into the mountains to explore the cloud forests of Volcano Tequamburú, the volcanic mud lakes, and the old sulfur mines. Or visit the nearest city, wander through the bustling markets, and treat yourself to local foods like pupusas.

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  There is often bad signal, its reccomended you get your own sim card so we do not need to share the connection. Its often good enough to watch films, but many people sharing the same connection isnt a good idea.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There’s plenty of space for motorhomes and campers. If you bring a dog, please make sure it has a tick and flea collar — the local ticks can carry Ehrlichiosis, which affects dogs but not humans. I’ve sadly seen many dogs fall seriously ill from it, so it’s important to be cautious and keep an eye on your pet. I love dogs, but I also need their humans to be responsible. If your dog becomes a nuisance — for example, by chasing livestock — be prepared to tie them up when needed.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  We can except workawayers with pets but they must be well trained, no chasing animals!

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  princesa (5 years)

  I do not know the age of princesa, she was here when i got here 6 years ago. And she doesnt seem to grow old. So its a mystery. Shes gentle, simple minded and loves cuddles. Will eat possoms if she can catch them

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