Help out with eco-friendly initiatives on our family farm near Deniyaya, Sri Lanka

Details

• 

  Description

  We are a small Sri Lankan family residing on a farm with elderly parents. Two younger sons and one sister also call this place home. Currently, we handle all the tasks independently. Due to a significant decrease in available workers in Sri Lanka, our usual support has dwindled by half. Unfortunately, finding assistance has become challenging due to the ongoing crisis. The parents, who are over 60, are finding it increasingly difficult to manage the responsibilities associated with the farm.

• 

  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Hospitality/Tourism
• 

  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

  ...

  ...

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  What's this?
• 

  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  In their free time, guests can immerse themselves in nature, enjoy activities like hiking, swimming in natural surroundings, embark on jungle treks, visit Sinharaja Forest with its waterfalls, and partake in local experiences. Situated off the main road along a gravel path, the estate is accessible by Tuktuk or a scenic walk, with luggage transport provided. The accommodations are simple and reflective of the local lifestyle, offering private spaces while sharing sanitary facilities with the family. The goal is to convert a vacant house into a space dedicated to ecotourism.

• 

  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

• 

  Help

  Tourists can contribute significantly by assisting in various aspects of daily plantation life. Tasks may include participating in tea, pepper, and cinnamon harvesting, helping with planting activities, and engaging in sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, volunteers can collaborate with the local community, fostering cultural exchange and gaining insights into traditional farming methods. Your involvement not only supports the elderly owners and their young son but also promotes eco-friendly initiatives. Embrace this opportunity to be hands-on in a picturesque setting, making a positive impact on both the plantation and the local community.

• 

  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: 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.
• 

  Accommodation

  You'll be staying in a simple room within a local tea-picker's family home, sharing bathroom facilities with them. The house is situated atop a hill at an altitude of 1200 meters, surrounded by picturesque tea plantations. It stands in isolation, accessible via a gravel road. The serene environment allows for privacy when needed. There are no neighboring houses, shops, or eateries, with the nearest town approximately 8 km away. The owners are willing to assist with transportation for shopping or sightseeing, and their son Pivi serves as a knowledgeable guide.
  
  We provide daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the farm. We serve healthy, fresh meals with minimal meat or fish. Sri Lankan breakfast typically includes hoppers or bread with coconut, an egg, fresh fruit, and tea. For lunch, there’s a salad with fresh vegetables, and dinner consists of an extensive rice and curry spread with around five individually served dishes, including dessert. Tea and water are available at all times.

• 

  What else ...

  "Embark on a transformative journey in the heart of Sri Lanka's lush mountains, where ecotourism meets cultural immersion. Join us in the sustainable beauty of tea, pepper, and cinnamon plantations, surrounded by nature's wonders, and contribute to a legacy of responsible travel."

• 

  A little more information

  • 

    Internet access

  • 

    Limited internet access

  • 

    We have pets

  • 

    We are smokers

  • 

    Can host families

• 

  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

• 

  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

• 

  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

Website Safety