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This is a piece of paradise, a big space within the Natural Park of the Costa Vicentina. We have had the honor of being the guardians of this land for ten years, dedicating ourselves to rewilding and reforesting as part of our effort to help it thrive. We are a family: Diogo and João, my son, shares this journey with me. We normally live with a small group of friends/volunteers in a sort of temporary community. We are very laid-back, hardworking, and enjoy a simple life in nature and good vegetarian food!
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
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Here you can learn to take care of a pristine land by the ocean! You can integrate yourself in the buzzing alternative culture of the Costa Vicentina, join our network of friends, get to know other projects, communities, celebrations. You can learn how life can be lived out of the big metropolis, how we can integrate ourselves in the natural environment in a respectful way, how we can learn from nature what it needs to thrive and how we can eat healthy vegetarian food that is also delicious so that we can also thrive!
Help
Are you passionate about nature preservation and rewilding? Join us in restoring and nurturing this beautiful piece of land within the Costa Vicentina Natural Park! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us with:
- Gardening and growing a diverse, thriving vegetable garden
- Planting trees to restore native forests and promote biodiversity
- Cutting old trees and clearing space for new growth
- Preparing wood for the winter in a sustainable way
- Harvesting pine cones to aid in reforestation efforts
Every task you take on directly contributes to our mission of rewilding and revitalizing this unique ecosystem. By working together, we’re helping nature heal and flourish for generations to come. If you’re ready to be part of a meaningful journey, we’d love to have you join us!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
You can sleep in a room with own toilet, single or shared (2 to 4 people), depending on the availability
What else ...
This land is very big and simply amazing, taking walks, going to the wild beaches are a must here! Moreover there is the possibility to surf in nearby beaches and discover the Costa Vicentina: Arrifana, Odeceixe, Praia Vale dos Homens, Praia Monte Clerigo. Visit nearby cities like Sagres, Lagos, Faro, or smaller villages like Monchique, Bordeira, Carrapateira.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have decente WIFI and also some good desks for you to work
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 746366133266
Feedback (46)
1 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Yoichi) for host
It was totally amazing days in Rogil with Diogo, other workers, volunteers, animals and nature. The owner of this land Diogo was a super nice guy with deep wisdom. I could learn a lot from him about work in the land, food, and any other social topics. The meals cooked by Mia were also one of my best things in this volunteer, which were plant-based… read more
24 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ava) for host
I had the best time at this workaway! It was my first volunteering and it couldn't have turned out better.
Diogo is a really warm and open minded person. It was always interesting to listen to him and he was also interested in what all of us had to say. All the other volunteers were great people and Martin took good care of us. The atmosphere was… read more
Diogo is a really warm and open minded person. It was always interesting to listen to him and he was also interested in what all of us had to say. All the other volunteers were great people and Martin took good care of us. The atmosphere was… read more
26 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Renáta & Amy)
Renata and Amy were an absolute pleasure to have as volunteers. From the moment they arrived, they showed incredible dedication to the forest work. Whether it was planting, maintaining, or other rewilding tasks, they approached everything with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. Their enthusiasm for the project was inspiring, and it was… read more
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1 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Yoichi) for host
It was totally amazing days in Rogil with Diogo, other workers, volunteers, animals and nature. The owner of this land Diogo was a super nice guy with deep wisdom. I could learn a lot from him about work in the land, food, and any other social topics. The meals cooked by Mia were also one of my best things in this volunteer, which were plant-based… read more
24 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ava) for host
I had the best time at this workaway! It was my first volunteering and it couldn't have turned out better.
Diogo is a really warm and open minded person. It was always interesting to listen to him and he was also interested in what all of us had to say. All the other volunteers were great people and Martin took good care of us. The atmosphere was… read more
Diogo is a really warm and open minded person. It was always interesting to listen to him and he was also interested in what all of us had to say. All the other volunteers were great people and Martin took good care of us. The atmosphere was… read more
26 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Renáta & Amy)
Renata and Amy were an absolute pleasure to have as volunteers. From the moment they arrived, they showed incredible dedication to the forest work. Whether it was planting, maintaining, or other rewilding tasks, they approached everything with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. Their enthusiasm for the project was inspiring, and it was… read more
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Nora)
Nora was an absolute pleasure to have as a volunteer! She was always in a great mood, bringing positive energy to every task. Not only did she complete all the work with excellence, but she also took the initiative to invent some very useful holders for our branch cutters—such a brilliant and practical idea! Her creativity and dedication were… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)
Anja was an absolute pleasure to have as a volunteer! She brought great knowledge of nature and rewilding, and you could tell she really knew her stuff. Beyond that, she was friendly, easygoing, and always willing to help out. We really appreciated her positive energy and the care she put into everything she did. It was a joy having her on the… read more
(Excellent)
3 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
I really recommend going to Rogil and help with nature reforestation. For me working with the trees , having the smell of pines in your nose, seeing and understanding how to care of a forest was a special experience. Diogo is an amazing and experienced host and I appreciate how fair and well the work - food - accommodation - exchange is set up.… read more
26 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Adina Lia)
Adina was an incredible Workawayer and a true asset to our project. She brought a wonderful enthusiasm and dedication to every task she took on, whether it was shredding, weeding, sawing, mulching, planting, or any of the other activities around the site. Her ability to balance hard work with a cheerful attitude made her a joy to have around.… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Adina Lia) for host
This was my first workaway and it was a delight staying here. It really is a paradise. From my arrival on I felt welcome.
The work was absolutely great...physical, outside and you felt that you were doing something good...for your body and most importantly for the forest.
My favorite part was the shredding, but there were different tasks and I… read more
The work was absolutely great...physical, outside and you felt that you were doing something good...for your body and most importantly for the forest.
My favorite part was the shredding, but there were different tasks and I… read more
26 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Alexa & Dorka) for host
Costa Vicentina was our first Workaway experience and it was wonderful. Diogo is a very kind, hospitable person who always takes our needs into account. His closeness to nature is outstanding, he takes great care of the trees, plants and animals around him. He explains everything with the greatest patience and clarity and trusts us to give our… read more
22 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexa & Dorka)
Dorka and Alexa were wonderful to host at our project in Costa Vicentina. They were respectful of the space and worked diligently on the tasks given to them. Their appreciation for nature was clear and aligned beautifully with the spirit of our place. On top of that, they brought great energy with their interesting stories. We’re grateful for… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Hanne) for host
Diogo's place was my first Workaway and I really enjoyed it. Diogo welcomes every volunteer with the same enthusiasm. From the first dinnertime you feel the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The days are well-structured: breakfast together, work, snack-break, work, 5 star lunch made by Nina, and in the afternoon you are free to do whatever your… read more
22 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanne)
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Hanne was a pleasure to host at our project in Costa Vicentina. She approached her tasks with a positive attitude and showed a good level of intelligence and initiative. She worked efficiently and was reliable in completing what was asked of her. We appreciated her contribution and wish her all the best with… read more
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Hanne was a pleasure to host at our project in Costa Vicentina. She approached her tasks with a positive attitude and showed a good level of intelligence and initiative. She worked efficiently and was reliable in completing what was asked of her. We appreciated her contribution and wish her all the best with… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Leni & Konrad)
Leni and Konrad were an absolute joy to have with us! From the very start, they brought positivity, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in our project. They worked hard, always with smiles on their faces, and were eager to learn and contribute in meaningful ways.
Leni is also an amazing baker—her delicious creations quickly became a highlight for… read more
Leni is also an amazing baker—her delicious creations quickly became a highlight for… read more
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I had such a special time at this project! As soon as I arrived, I immediately felt at home. Diogo is a truly warm, open and kind person. Together with the other lovely volunteers I got to spend three weeks filled with interesting and inspiring conversations, lots of fun, trips on the breathtaking land and coast and a lot more. The time flew… read more
23 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Having Sarah with us was an absolute delight! From the very first day, she brought such a positive, uplifting energy to the team. She approached every task with a smile and a real eagerness to help, and her enthusiasm was truly infectious. Whether working outdoors, assisting with various projects, or simply enjoying a moment of conversation,… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Valerie & Moritz) for host
It was a pleasant stay and we could enjoy the supernice surroundings and help on this reforestationproject!
19 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie & Moritz)
Valerie and Moritz were absolutely wonderful volunteers and such a delight to have on the team! From the moment they arrived, they brought amazing energy, positivity, and a can-do attitude to everything they did. Their knowledge about sustainability and nature was a fantastic addition, and they shared some really insightful ideas that enriched our… read more
(Excellent)
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mimi)
Mimi's stay at our workaway farm was nothing short of enchanting. Her exceptional drawing skills brought our surroundings to life with breathtaking detail. Her deep sensitivity to nature was evident in every stroke of her pen and every moment spent immersed in the wilderness.
Mimi's contributions to our community went beyond her artistic talents.… read more
Mimi's contributions to our community went beyond her artistic talents.… read more
(Excellent)
11 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mimi) for host
staying at diogo's was a warm and peaceful experience for my first work away :) the silent starry nights and the smell of the beautiful pine forest were exactly what I needed to ease into travelling.
the work was clearly structured with a break inbetween to chat to other workawayers or just enjoy the forest (and sketch some trees heheh) and I… read more
the work was clearly structured with a break inbetween to chat to other workawayers or just enjoy the forest (and sketch some trees heheh) and I… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Henri)
Henri's presence at our rewilding project was a breath of fresh air. With a strong work ethic and a knack for forestry tasks, he made a significant impact. What truly set Henri apart was his infectious passion for nature, coupled with his delightful sense of humor. He not only worked hard but also lifted spirits with his jokes and camaraderie.… read more
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Henri) for host
Me and a friend had an incredible time staying here! :))
It was an amazing place to stay and discover the beautiful surroundings of the most beautiful coast lines we ever saw.
The work was diverse with a nice break in-between. We did some mulching of the newly planted trees, made some mulch, did some forest maintenance and climbed some trees to… read more
It was an amazing place to stay and discover the beautiful surroundings of the most beautiful coast lines we ever saw.
The work was diverse with a nice break in-between. We did some mulching of the newly planted trees, made some mulch, did some forest maintenance and climbed some trees to… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie)
Maggie was a great person to have at our farm! She was super available all the time and full of energy to get down to work at the forest and other activities we had.
Also Maggie brings in a lot of knowledge of nature and sustainability, and that was a plus for us also!
Thanks!!
We recommend MAggie 100%
Also Maggie brings in a lot of knowledge of nature and sustainability, and that was a plus for us also!
Thanks!!
We recommend MAggie 100%
(Excellent)
17 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maggie) for host
I had a magical 3 weeks in February/March at Diogo's forest. The work was more than fair and very enjoyable. The team (between 5-8 people) spent 4 hours every morning clearing deadfall, trimming trees, mulching, or collecting pinecones for pinenuts (when the wind cooperated!) under the direction of Diogo or Martin, the volunteer manager… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mechteld)
Having Meg in our farm was a great experience. Meg is super motivated and loves nature, so it made a big contribution towards all the planting and forestry work we had to do.
Thanks Meg!
Thanks Meg!
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mechteld) for host
I spent four weeks at Diogo's and it was just wonderful. The place is so peaceful, I immediately felt calm when arrived. Anywhere you go on the land, you can hear the waves roaring from beneath the cliffs behind the forest. I spent almost every afternoon exploring the forest and scrambling down the cliffs to go to the hidden beaches.
Diogo is… read more
Diogo is… read more
27 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
Life at Diogo's was a wonderful experience.
The work was very enjoyable and rewarding, we dug swales for water infiltration and it was fantastic watching our work pay off as the water filled up.
I hope the majority of the trees that were planted survive and soon join up to the other forest.
Diogo is an amazing man, he has amazing stories, and… read more
The work was very enjoyable and rewarding, we dug swales for water infiltration and it was fantastic watching our work pay off as the water filled up.
I hope the majority of the trees that were planted survive and soon join up to the other forest.
Diogo is an amazing man, he has amazing stories, and… read more
22 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
Emily is a rare being for the young age she has!
It was great to be working with Emily, she is a super happy person and carefull with what she does.
Also has a huge sense of keeping all the other volunteers happy. A great caretaker of the team.
Thanks so much and you are very welcome back!
It was great to be working with Emily, she is a super happy person and carefull with what she does.
Also has a huge sense of keeping all the other volunteers happy. A great caretaker of the team.
Thanks so much and you are very welcome back!
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniël & Iris )
Dann is a great guy with a quite some knowledge in sustainability and a super fine tunned sense for ecology!
A perfect fit for our land and vision!
Very welcome again. The sooner the better!
A perfect fit for our land and vision!
Very welcome again. The sooner the better!
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Daniël & Iris ) for host
Had an amazing 2 weeks at Diogo's place. He created such a warm and welcoming environment, which atracts so many lovely people. You can feel and experience in everything that Diogo had lots of experience with working with volunteers and he goes to great lenghts to make everyone happy and comfortable. Work expectations are clear from the start,… read more
12 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Aline & Steffen)
It was great to be several days hosting Aline.
A deep and profound person who is totally commited to what is given to her to do.
We had great conversations about cultur and societal change concepts!
She is super welcome back again!
A deep and profound person who is totally commited to what is given to her to do.
We had great conversations about cultur and societal change concepts!
She is super welcome back again!
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Naama & Ohad)
Uau what a nice couple from Israel!
It was a pleasure to have Namma and Ohad in our team for a few weeks. They are super creative and always ready to help in the task at hand.
Super recomended!
It was a pleasure to have Namma and Ohad in our team for a few weeks. They are super creative and always ready to help in the task at hand.
Super recomended!
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Naama & Ohad) for host
We have been at Diogo's place for 2 weeks, it was an amazing experience. The forest and the coasts are incredible, the work was really nice and heeling. The accommodation and the food were great. Diogo gathered around him really unic and wonderful people, so it was pleasure to spend our time with them.
if you are looking for phisical but not to… read more
if you are looking for phisical but not to… read more
15 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)
Lea spent 2 weeks with us. She is very welcome back always. A Curious and supportive person. Always ready to learn and be active!
its a YES!
its a YES!
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lea) for host
I am truly grateful for the 2 weeks at Diogo's place. I felt welcomed and home in this colourful community of wonderful people and Shiva the cat :) The work was a lot of fun and diverse, mainly caring for the forest (we also could choose what tasks we want to tackle). I learned a lot here. All the time in an amazing natural surrounding. Before and… read more
10 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Josh) for host
ah where do we even begin? We had the most amazing time being land stewards of the beautiful mixed pine forest at Diogo's. The second we arrived we had such a warm welcome and we were really made to feel at home for the whole duration. The landscape can only be described as magical and it was truly an honour to be involved in helping to protect… read more
5 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Luise) for host
The experience and magical journey at Diogo’s blew my mind. It’s hard to even put my experience into words as it definitely touched me a lot deeper than I could have imagined.
The whole setting and atmosphere of the mystical, devine forest and the bewildering coastline of endless ocean is where the magic begins...
My main task was to harvest… read more
The whole setting and atmosphere of the mystical, devine forest and the bewildering coastline of endless ocean is where the magic begins...
My main task was to harvest… read more
21 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jack is a great guy to be around, and also to work with.
He does all the tasks we asked from him and always a smile.
Just a warning: if you play chess with him you are going to lose ;))
He does all the tasks we asked from him and always a smile.
Just a warning: if you play chess with him you are going to lose ;))
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Marta and Dara, are the type of volunteer that one starts desiring after having meet them!
Both are really nice people and super participative in all the tasks that where given to them.
Both bring in the asset of life experience, that brings in a quality and endurance to help and work and creativity that is not common in most volunteers.
We… read more
Both are really nice people and super participative in all the tasks that where given to them.
Both bring in the asset of life experience, that brings in a quality and endurance to help and work and creativity that is not common in most volunteers.
We… read more
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
We stayed at Diogo's for almost 2 weeks. Its was a very enjoyable, straightforward and pleasant experience. Diogo communicated everything very clearly so we knew where we stood, how things would be and what to do. He was willing to teach us anything we didn't know. The setup and organisation was amazing, to a professional level, from the… read more
14 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacopo)
Jacopo is a rare breed of a young man! He stayed with us for some weeks and his commitment to help, learn and create a good mood was relentless!
He is a fast learner and also super attentive to instructions and to the tasks at hand.
We sincerelly recomend Jacopo to all future hosts!
And yes we are more then happy to receive him again in the… read more
He is a fast learner and also super attentive to instructions and to the tasks at hand.
We sincerelly recomend Jacopo to all future hosts!
And yes we are more then happy to receive him again in the… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jacopo) for host
Four weeks amazing!
This is a Workaway that I totally recommend: the job is very interesting, I could watch the forest with different eyes and with a nice project in my mind which Diogo explained to us in a lot of detail; I also learned, laughed, climbed beautiful trees, surfed, and lived every day with happiness and a smile! Most of the work that… read more
This is a Workaway that I totally recommend: the job is very interesting, I could watch the forest with different eyes and with a nice project in my mind which Diogo explained to us in a lot of detail; I also learned, laughed, climbed beautiful trees, surfed, and lived every day with happiness and a smile! Most of the work that… read more
31 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Fee) for host
We spent two weeks at Diogo‘s place, and it was wonderful. Our room was really nice and the view from the cliffs nearby is breathtakingly beautiful. Thanks to Mia, the food was delicious. Diogo is a cool guy and the work is fun, especially for people who love being outside. Diogo’s place is well organized and reliable. You can work in the nature,… read more
10 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Leandra)
Leandra stayed in our farm for a few weeks. She was amazingly attentive and always upto to help and work on the forest management work we where doing. She is a great person to have in the team, bringing always good spirits!
She is very welcome back whenever she wants to return!
we fully recomend her to future hosts.
She is very welcome back whenever she wants to return!
we fully recomend her to future hosts.
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Leandra) for host
My Workaway experience at Diogo's place was by far the best!
The food was amazing and our room was comfortable.
Furthermore, we worked in the woods which was really fun and I enjoyed the snackbreaks in between.
When we didn't worked, we could borrow the car if we had to buy something or go a 15 minute walk through the forest to the cliffs where… read more
The food was amazing and our room was comfortable.
Furthermore, we worked in the woods which was really fun and I enjoyed the snackbreaks in between.
When we didn't worked, we could borrow the car if we had to buy something or go a 15 minute walk through the forest to the cliffs where… read more
5 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Amelie)
Amelie is true nature lover and at the same time a great worker!
She is super strong and mostly full of energy.
A great person to laught with and to hear and tell stories.
She is very welcome back to us anytime!
She is super strong and mostly full of energy.
A great person to laught with and to hear and tell stories.
She is very welcome back to us anytime!
(Excellent)
26 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Amelie) for host
I worked at Diogo for 4 weeks and felt immediately at home. One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been! The land is breathtaking and peaceful and whether rain or sunshine the partly physically demanding work in the forest has always been fun and the atmosphere was great. Especially the pine harvesting was a challenging experience:)
After an… read more
After an… read more
5 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
Tom stayed with us for a few weeks.
A true force of nature, awake like the tunder and smooth like a river.
He was always availble to help and work at the farm. Gave good intention into all the works that we asked him to do.
Fully recomended!
A true force of nature, awake like the tunder and smooth like a river.
He was always availble to help and work at the farm. Gave good intention into all the works that we asked him to do.
Fully recomended!
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
Spent nearly four weeks at diogo’s place and was a great first workaway, there was a good routine (breakfast, ride into forest in a 4x4, work, a break, work, 4x4, back at the house for an amazing lunch cooked by Mia…..free afternoon, tea) it really helped build a community with the other volunteers, and started to feel like a family, we’d retreat… read more
8 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
Diogos place is beautiful located very close to the sea and with amazing beaches around. The work in the forest was physically demanding but I really liked it! The team spirit was amazing and it was great fun to see how much we managed to do. Diogo and all the permanent workers and his friends are very beautiful people and I felt so welcome and… read more
25 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Lisa is such a nice person!
She is a good worker and also a marvelous person to be around.
Always really willing to help.
I totally recomend her!
She is a good worker and also a marvelous person to be around.
Always really willing to help.
I totally recomend her!
(Excellent)
1 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
I spent about 3 weeks at Diogos place and had a great time. There were so many nice people that the work didn't even feel like actual work. If you have a problem then you can always ask Diogo, he can give you local recommendations and is always willing to help out. The food is amazing and I made some good friends with the people I met at this… read more
30 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hanna spent 2 weeks in our farm, mainly doing forestry regeneration.
She was always available and aware of the work that neeeded to be done.
Hanna was super friendly and a great help all around.
She is very welcome again!
She was always available and aware of the work that neeeded to be done.
Hanna was super friendly and a great help all around.
She is very welcome again!
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Viola) for host
We spend 2 weeks at Diogos place and enjoyed the time there so much. Every day we worked in the forest for 4 hours with always a nice athmosphere because it's a really beautiful nature there and a lot of nice people were around. Diogo and his team was very friendly and I learn a lot of interesting things about the forest. Also the vegetarian food… read more
25 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Viola)
Viola and Hanna are two amazing workers.
They where always available and present. Always wanted to help at all times.
They where also very integrated into the group and super friendly. They even baked some amazing christmas cakes!
I strongly recomend them!
They where always available and present. Always wanted to help at all times.
They where also very integrated into the group and super friendly. They even baked some amazing christmas cakes!
I strongly recomend them!
(Excellent)
25 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
Tom is simply amazing.
Such a calm character and yet super active and always available.
Tom stayed with us for 6 weeks and became part of the family...
He is an excelent worker and had some of the skills that we needed to make our forest more and more balanced.
WE strongly recommend Tom to anyone!
Such a calm character and yet super active and always available.
Tom stayed with us for 6 weeks and became part of the family...
He is an excelent worker and had some of the skills that we needed to make our forest more and more balanced.
WE strongly recommend Tom to anyone!
(Excellent)
25 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
Diogo's place is wonderful. He has a beautiful land right next to the ocean with a nice and well equipped house.
The kitchen and living room for the Volunteers has everything you need, some space to chill, cook and have a nice time with the other people.
I enjoyed the work in the woods, some power was needed, but that felt good. We were a good… read more
The kitchen and living room for the Volunteers has everything you need, some space to chill, cook and have a nice time with the other people.
I enjoyed the work in the woods, some power was needed, but that felt good. We were a good… read more
25 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Rahel & Julia)
Rahel and Julia are 2 amazing young woman!
They brought into the volunteers group a great vibe and energy that lifted the morale everyday!
They are great workers that want to help all the time.
I sincerelly recomend them!
They brought into the volunteers group a great vibe and energy that lifted the morale everyday!
They are great workers that want to help all the time.
I sincerelly recomend them!
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Rahel & Julia) for host
We stayed two weeks at Diogos beautiful place and it was an amazing experience . Our room was very clean and cozy and there was an extra area for all the volunteers as well . We worked in a group of 8 workawayers and some permanent workers , 4 hours a day. After that we had a lot of freetime and could enjoy the beautiful landscape. Diogo and Miya,… read more
25 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Evastoll) for host
I spent two wonderful weeks at Diogos place and had an amazing time there. In total we were a group of 8 volunteers that worked and enjoyed our free time together. Diogo offered delicious and healthy vegetarian food for breakfast, lunch and dinner and also very nice rooms with bathrooms to stay in. We also had our own volunteers area with a… read more
25 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Evastoll)
Eva is a above all a Great person to have around.
She was super participative in all the tasks that where given to her.
And she was super interactive with all that happened in our farm and also with the other volunteers.
Thank you so much Eva.
She was super participative in all the tasks that where given to her.
And she was super interactive with all that happened in our farm and also with the other volunteers.
Thank you so much Eva.
(Excellent)
24 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ollie) for host
Sorry Diogo for giving a very late feedback but better late than never ;)
Our experience at the farm was fantastic and even after such a long time we still refer to it and always remembering it with so much love.
The location is breath taking, the forest divine ,the food so hearty and Diogo an amazing host. We had a fantastic time at the farm… read more
Our experience at the farm was fantastic and even after such a long time we still refer to it and always remembering it with so much love.
The location is breath taking, the forest divine ,the food so hearty and Diogo an amazing host. We had a fantastic time at the farm… read more
14 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)
Gabriel was a great volunteer.
He melted well into the team and was keen to work everytime.
He does have some good skills and work logic also.
It was great to have him here and he is welcome back again.
He melted well into the team and was keen to work everytime.
He does have some good skills and work logic also.
It was great to have him here and he is welcome back again.
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Julius)
Julius is a super volunteer!
He worked with us in the forest managment.
Was very focused in the tasks given to him. Also super correct and participative in the group.
And always a good person to have chats about many topics.
He worked with us in the forest managment.
Was very focused in the tasks given to him. Also super correct and participative in the group.
And always a good person to have chats about many topics.
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Karina & Dmitry)
Thanks Dmitry for your good work and mood.
You are welcome back to the farm anytime you wish.
You are welcome back to the farm anytime you wish.
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Karina & Dmitry) for host
One of the interesting projects and places to be ! I’m really happy to started exploring Portugal from Diogo’s forest . We were helping forest to grow up by cutting old branches and dead trees . It’s really interesting work with a lot of fun and nice team around . While we worked you always can hear and learn interesting facts about trees . If you… read more
27 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Martin) for host
Thanks to Diogo for this two weeks stay, it was a fantastic experience for Océane and myself, special mention to Raquel for the delicious food at every single meal.
The place and the surroundings are so pretty, the accommodation comfy and the cultural exchange was great, met many people and felt part of a community for a while, the pizza party was… read more
The place and the surroundings are so pretty, the accommodation comfy and the cultural exchange was great, met many people and felt part of a community for a while, the pizza party was… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin)
Martin and Oceane where good team members.
They adapted well into the team and the work we where doing.
We thank them for their time here.
They adapted well into the team and the work we where doing.
We thank them for their time here.
(Excellent)
24 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Milán) for host
Diogo's place is super comfortable with a lot of privacy for the workawayers and a separate summer kitchen to chill out after the long day of work and hikes. The landstewardship is a challenging work, but the body got accustomed after a few days and the team inspires you to keep up the good work. The local workers are nice, hard-working people… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Milán)
Milan is very nice and friendly guy,
He learned rapidly to accomodate to our outdoors work.
We thank him for his availability to do whatever tasks where presented to him.
He learned rapidly to accomodate to our outdoors work.
We thank him for his availability to do whatever tasks where presented to him.
(Very good)
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Peer Fiete)
Peer is a super realxed and cool man!
Also a good musician, so if you are hosting him we recomend that he does a concert for you ;)
Also he is a great addition to any team, he works hard and keeps always a good mood. Lifting the vibe of the other team members.
We do recomend him!
Also a good musician, so if you are hosting him we recomend that he does a concert for you ;)
Also he is a great addition to any team, he works hard and keeps always a good mood. Lifting the vibe of the other team members.
We do recomend him!
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Peer Fiete) for host
Diogo and Chiara are managing an absolutely wonderful project that I couldn‘t recommend more. The accommodation is excellent, the vegan food fantastic (muito obrigado, Raquel) and the work very fair, enriching and challenging in a positive way. Furthermore, the multi-cultural community emanates great vibes. Again, many thanks for amazing and… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Fanny)
Fanny was a great person to have around.
She worked hard and learned fast to be on outdoor work.
Fanny was super nice and left her room sparkling clean! Thanks!
Enjoy your next experiences in volunteering.!!
She worked hard and learned fast to be on outdoor work.
Fanny was super nice and left her room sparkling clean! Thanks!
Enjoy your next experiences in volunteering.!!
(Very good)
20 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
Diogo was a great host.
We learned a lot about the forest and the pines, got to eat the best vegan food and enjoyed the beautiful Nature around the farm. The work was hard but fun. Diogo did everything to make us feel welcome and to enjoy ourselves. I am really happy I made this experience and I would love to visit ( and work ) again.
Thank you… read more
We learned a lot about the forest and the pines, got to eat the best vegan food and enjoyed the beautiful Nature around the farm. The work was hard but fun. Diogo did everything to make us feel welcome and to enjoy ourselves. I am really happy I made this experience and I would love to visit ( and work ) again.
Thank you… read more
20 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
Lucy came to our project with 2 more friends that joined her on the road.
They where all super responsible and respectufull of our farm.
The work was hard at the time they came to visit us. So they took a few days to get upto to it. But when they left they where fully in power and helping a lot!
Thanks you to all!
They where all super responsible and respectufull of our farm.
The work was hard at the time they came to visit us. So they took a few days to get upto to it. But when they left they where fully in power and helping a lot!
Thanks you to all!
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Noam & Noemie)
Noemi and Noam are great workawayers!
They really melted into our team and ideals!
Hard working and super aware of the needs of the house and farm work.
Very aware of their space in the team and always bringing new ideas and energy into the team.
We are very grateful for their input into our volunteer program.
The only problem is that we miss… read more
They really melted into our team and ideals!
Hard working and super aware of the needs of the house and farm work.
Very aware of their space in the team and always bringing new ideas and energy into the team.
We are very grateful for their input into our volunteer program.
The only problem is that we miss… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Noam & Noemie) for host
Big thanks to Diogo, Chiara who made us feel part of the family, we had such a great time in their piece of paradise, enjoying every moment spent taking care of the forest, every meal cooked by Raquel who is an amazing chef and became a friend, and all the conversations we had with the inspiring Diogo. We hope we will meet again soon!
23 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefanie)
Steffi is a gem in the world of volunteers.
She is super organised and a very good worker.
Happy to help and learn and also bringing in a lot of knowledge.
She is super welcome back to our project at any time in the future.
She is super organised and a very good worker.
Happy to help and learn and also bringing in a lot of knowledge.
She is super welcome back to our project at any time in the future.
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anna & Katha ) for host
first of all, sorry for my late review Diogo and Chiara! you and Your paradise are worth to get an earlier review!!!
it was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t choose a better one! Diogo and chiara are really lovely, funny and open minded people who make you feel at home! really! we had breakfast, lunch and dinner always together, like in… read more
it was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t choose a better one! Diogo and chiara are really lovely, funny and open minded people who make you feel at home! really! we had breakfast, lunch and dinner always together, like in… read more
13 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Asta) for host
"A piece of paradise" just like the description claims. Surrounded by nature, lovely people, an amazingly sweet at talented cook, the cat and of cause the hosts Chiara and Diogo.
I really enjoyed my stay! The work was challenging but in a great way! And we had a lot of free time to enjoy our surroundings and each others company.
I felt very at… read more
I really enjoyed my stay! The work was challenging but in a great way! And we had a lot of free time to enjoy our surroundings and each others company.
I felt very at… read more
26 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Henri)
Henry is a great companion and a deligent volunteer. He came to visit us in a period where we where doing heavy forest management and clearing. And he surprised us with his motivation and resilience at work.
Totally recomend him.!!!
Totally recomend him.!!!
(Excellent)
6 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I was here back in May for ten days. Thoroughly enjoyed it. The area in which the property is on is one of the most beautiful calm places i've ever 'workawayed'. Diogo was a great host and gave clear, concise instruction, advice (hey that rhymed) on the tasks that needed to be done. The food was banging (great). The atmosphere was relaxed yet… read more
5 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Eduardo & Joanna) for host
It was super nice to be a part of Diogo and Chiara's team of workaway's group and help them with their garden. Their place is beautiful and the coastal views are incredible and unique. We were spoiled with healthy and delicious food from Chiara's kitchen ( the famous salad dressing mmm :) ) and got some tips about Italian cuisine. Our room, with a… read more
3 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Puna)
Puna and Timo are a very special couple!
It was great to have them around as workawayrs and also has mature being with whom we had marvelous conversations.
Their ideas and inputs into the work plan was always to the point and sharp.
They are very welcome again!
It was great to have them around as workawayrs and also has mature being with whom we had marvelous conversations.
Their ideas and inputs into the work plan was always to the point and sharp.
They are very welcome again!
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Puna) for host
It was our first workaway stay and we didn’t know what to expect, but at Diogos and Chiaras place we felt like home from the first moment! We had an inspiring and fantastic time with Diogo, whom is an open-minded, experienced and heartfelt person! Beside of fantastic and activating help in the forest and at the vegetable garden, we had great and… read more
17 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Caroline was a great volunteer, she was not scared of hard work in the garden and and in the forest. She was also very helpful in the kitchen and a lover of good music:) she was reliable and supportive and also related well with the other volunteers. We certainly recommend her and would love to host her again!
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sonja Kjøller & Lewin) for host
Diogo's place is such an amazing place. The vibe there is very homely, and you are well taken care of; you eat very well, you sleep very well, and the surroundings are breathtaking.
For me, the balance between the family feeling and your own self-determination was perfect.
Diogo is a kind guy, and he is very good at all the things he's doing… read more
For me, the balance between the family feeling and your own self-determination was perfect.
Diogo is a kind guy, and he is very good at all the things he's doing… read more
27 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja Kjøller & Lewin)
Sonja is a woman or arts and culture!
It was a great addition to our volunteer group. Bringing in beauty of art into our space.
Super relaxed and comunitarian.
Always welcome back.
It was a great addition to our volunteer group. Bringing in beauty of art into our space.
Super relaxed and comunitarian.
Always welcome back.
(Excellent)
27 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (SatuAS)
Satu the star from the north!
Super motivated and allrounded volunteer.
Satu impressed us a lot with her hability to learn new skills. Even working with a chainsaw!
100% recomended.
Super motivated and allrounded volunteer.
Satu impressed us a lot with her hability to learn new skills. Even working with a chainsaw!
100% recomended.
(Excellent)
27 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Vojtěch)
Vojtěch is the bear of the north! Strong, nature smart, with loads of perceverance at work.
We enjoyed a lot his general positive mood and great commitment to work.
A lover of woodwork.
100% recomended!
You are very welcome back anytime!
We enjoyed a lot his general positive mood and great commitment to work.
A lover of woodwork.
100% recomended!
You are very welcome back anytime!
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Vojtěch) for host
I stayed at Diogos for 3 amazing weeks. And I met more volunteers there, it was a nice experience with little bit of forestry work. Food was the best part of it. Very good accommodation and beautiful surroundings are also included! Diogo is a very nice guy willing to share everything he knows and he will try to help you as much as he can. I… read more
25 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Paolo & Alberto) for host
I was in that place for a week (short period to experience the wonderful surroundings!!!my fault!). Djogo is a beautiful person, with a lot of beautiful projects, a person who inspires the world to change, which leaves you free to express yourself, provides a wonderful accommodation and an extraordinary vegetarian food !! The place makes you… read more
16 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Paolo & Alberto)
Paolo is true man of the Earth! He is very good doing all sorts of jobs.
One can see that he has a lot of experience and is all rounded in diferente natural building techniques, general farm management and several DIY jobs!
100% recomended also for good chats and philosofical news.
Always welcome to come back to our project
One can see that he has a lot of experience and is all rounded in diferente natural building techniques, general farm management and several DIY jobs!
100% recomended also for good chats and philosofical news.
Always welcome to come back to our project
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Franziska & Tyler) for host
staying at diogos farm was our first workaway experience and it couldn't have been better!! we loved it! super nice people, beautiful coast line, amazing vegetarian food and hard but fun work. diogo makes sure to switch up work every couple of days- which is great. we stayed for 2 1/2 weeks and it went by too quickly.. def consider coming back… read more
11 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska & Tyler)
Sometimes there are people that surprise you and you wish they would stay forever in your project! Francis and Tyler are these kind of people.
Sometimes we wish there would be more then 5 stars, because this couple deserve at least 9 stars!
We are already missing Francis and Tyler!
Thanks a lot for your excelent work and mood!
You are welcome… read more
Sometimes we wish there would be more then 5 stars, because this couple deserve at least 9 stars!
We are already missing Francis and Tyler!
Thanks a lot for your excelent work and mood!
You are welcome… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie is AMAZING!
She is one of the most creative workawayres we have met.
Always ready to help and learn new skills. She became a true tree lover here in our forest.
We recomend Marie - 100%
She is one of the most creative workawayres we have met.
Always ready to help and learn new skills. She became a true tree lover here in our forest.
We recomend Marie - 100%
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lenny & Ulysse )
It was a real pleasure to have Ulysses helping us out on the forest works.
He makes a perfect match wanting to learn new skills and good work.
Totally recomended!
He makes a perfect match wanting to learn new skills and good work.
Totally recomended!
(Very good)
21 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Barry & Wilco)
It was a real pleasure to have Barry and Wilco helping us out on the forest works.
They make a perfect match of fun and good work.
Totally recomended!
They make a perfect match of fun and good work.
Totally recomended!
(Excellent)
