Farm stay at an eco lodge in the high negev desert of Israel

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2021

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We are a guest farm in the heart of the Israeli Negev desert, in a unique location, right at the entrance of the Har-Hanegev nature reserve, away from the hustle of city life..

Our accommodation is personal and homey. Eight cozy huts are available to guests from around the world, who seek a unique vacation experience.

Each hut has solar electric light, water jugs, comfortable beds and absolute privacy. There is no running water or toilets inside of the huts but there are shared toilets and showers close by. The toilets are ecological using saw dust and the showers water the garden.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer an authentic desert experience. Digital detox. Whoever stays with us gets to live the simple desert life. We rise with the sun and retire at sundown, live with the seasons and adapt to nature, without asking nature to adapt to us. We offer desert, animals and eco gardens. We believe that while we benefit from volunteers,
we have a lot to offer and volunteers benefit greatly too. We live a simple life, the good life.

Paid work can only be given to Israeli Residents or holders of a valid working permit.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
Sssistance in all aspects of farm work: cleaning, washing dishes, gardening, general maintanance, caring for the animals, building and renovating projects.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Hebrew: Fluent
Accommodation
We have staff rooms which are shared or private depending on the season and availability. We do try to give each workawayer volunteer his or her own space though.
The kitchen and bathrooms are shared. Meals are provided.
What else ...
The Succah is quite remote, 8km from Mizpe Ramon. Rides to and from Mizpe Ramon can be arranged. Busses run from Beer Sheva to Mizpe Ramon on an hourly basis. We ask that you arrive during daylight.
Free time can be used for beautiful hikes in the area and the fantastic Ramon Crater and for personal hobbies.
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.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 6 hours a day, 5 days a week

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18/12/2020

Left by Workawayer (Nir) for host

This is a great place to be in.. it's peaceful and beautiful and I am really happy that I had the chance to work here!
The work is very simple and you get to work with a good hearted people that will care about you.. I warmly recommend this experience!
P.s : there's so many animals here!! ( to all the animals lovers out there 🤩).

(Excellent )

27/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Nir)

Nir is sweet very social, funny and very hard working. We employed her here so she can stay with us a couple of month. We really love and appreciate Nir a lot. Great worker, great spirit, always happy and very honest. We feel blessed to have her with us.

(Excellent )

15/07/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

Daniel and Nia came for a renovation project. The communication with them before their arrival was excellent and they did a perfect job once they arrived here. They are easy going, hard working, nice and funny people to be around. No complains from our side what so ever. We would really like to work with them again.

(Excellent )

24/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Daisuke) for host

It all seems like a dream now my amazing experience in the succah of the desert. Life goes slowly and quietly unless you create stress for yourself. Owners and staff are all amazing people and I had so much fun working with them. It was never too much and I still had so much time to chill and relax. Animals here are so cute and comical. Food is… read more

(Excellent )

24/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Daisuke)

Daisuke, or das we valled him Mitsubishi 😁, stayed with us for 3 month. He is easy going, very very funny and does all the tasks aligned to him with no hesitation. He enjoys his alone time and is never a disturbance. We really enjoyed our time with him here, and we already miss the laughs and the positive attitude he brought to us.
Thanks Daisuke… read more

(Excellent )

05/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host

Amazing place, amazing people... One of the best experience I ever had, even as first time workaway adventure. It's been a pleasure to spend couple of weeks there, in the middle of the Negev desert... Perfect to look at the awesome sky full of stars. And most important it's been a pleasure to meet all of you guys!!!! See you next time!!!!!!

(Excellent )

05/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)

Francesco was more than great. He was awesome!! We loved every minute with him. He is energetic, funny, laid back and also very handsome 😁 He was a great asset to our place and his work ethics are unmatched. He is enthusiastic and always in a good mood. He is welcome to come back any time he wants to.

(Excellent )

05/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam)

Miriam came at a time that was maybe not 100% the right time for her and for us. It was busy and very hot and we had quite a few volunteers already.
Miriam is a very very sweet girl with so much strength and power inside of her. We admired her attitude to life and to work and the way she manages her self impressed us all. Unfortunalty and due to… read more

(Very good )

27/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Miriam) for host

Thank you so much! It's a beautiful place, eco, solar-powered, full of groovy artwork and overall a very unique experience to live in the middle of the desert. My favourite thing to do was to climb the hill next to my hut after nightfall everyday, and lie under the stars for a long time, sometimes playing my guitar! The desert life is very special… read more

(Good )

05/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Maxi)

Maxi ❤ we cannot put into words how that girl rocked our farm. Her bright spirit, her contagious laugh, her great heart, her warm smile. We are absolutley in love with that girl and always pushing her to come back for more. She is an amazing and reliable worker, great with animals, sweet with guests and sees the work before it needs to be done.… read more

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Emilia) for host

Dear Alex, Avi and Sagi! That was a very short 2 Weeks for me. What can i say....magic place, nice people, good food and a lot of fun!
Even Chicken are nice to you and say every morning "Booookel Toooow " :)
I will be come back soon ! Thank you for everything!

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Emilia)

From the first second we met Emmy she just blew us away. So much energy and willingness to help with everything. It is inspiring to see her get things done. Emmy is cheerful, strong, very nice and super funny. She is a great help and was willing to give us so much more than she had to. We all fell in love with her spirit. We really hope to have… read more

(Excellent )

20/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Natalia) for host

When I came there, I wanted to experience what living in the desert would be like, I had more places to go in Israel, this one was just a stop for two weeks, but I had to gradually cancel everything else and stay for almost three month because it turned into my home.
I won't describe the work, I miss every single minute of it. It can be hard, it… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Natalia)

Nathalia came for 2 weeks and stayed for 3 month. She was so much more than a volunteer or a worker, she was a part of our family. Nathalia is very hard working, sees what needs to be done and does it, integrates herself 100 % and just becomes part of the place. Her happy smile and gentle character improved us and made us want to be hetter people… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jesse) for host

This was the perfect place to have my first workaway experience as the hosts made me feel comfortable and welcome straight away. Alex, Avi and Amir were so friendly and helpful. The food was amazing, the views were incredible, and all the animals were a joy to have around. The work was enjoyable and there was plenty of time to rest and take in the… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Jesse)

Jesse is hard working, always happy, never complains, has an open mind and knows tue work. We enjoyed having him here a lot and it was a pleasure working with him and also just sittung and chatting with him. He is smart, funny and very down to earth. We were lucky to have met him and hope to have him with us again some day

(Excellent )

15/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host

I had an amazing time here during my two weeks of stay. When I contacted them, around 3 months before my stay (wanted to make sure) I received a positive answer 1-2 days later. It was a long time dream for me to spend some time in the desert and this was more than I could have ever expected, animals, sand(storm), meals and the people. During my… read more

(Excellent )

26/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)

Daniel :heart: we feel in love with his spirit, his energy, his contaugous laugh and his unbreakable good mood. Daniel is a phantastic helper. Always energetic, never complaining and giving all of his energy and spirit to the place. We were very happy to have had him here and are looking forward to meeting again.
Thank you Dani for all the hard… read more

(Excellent )

03/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Paul & Naomi) for host

Thank you so much Guys myself and Naomi were so furtunate to visit Succah(most amazing place) . It was simply the best to do soul searching and enjoy the tranquility. Most beautiful desert scenerary, hiking trails to the crater, amazing food-thank you so much Avi. The most kindest people. Thank for Alex for truly going out of your way for us and… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Paul & Naomi)

Paul and Naomi are hard working, dedicated and always happy. It's a real pleasure to work and live with them. We enjoyed their company for 3 weeks and they never gave us any reason to complain. We felt a bit more blessed with them around :grin:
Thank you Naomi and Paul for your help and support. We appreciated it a lot.

(Excellent )

25/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Giulia & Francesca) for host

We spent 10 days in the Succah with Alex and Avi and it was great! The place Is wonderful and quiet, life is simple, ideal for nature lovers. There's some beautiful hikes close by and Alex Is helpful in giving suggestions and arranging lifts for escursions on days off.
In the farm there are horses, donkeys, goats and peakoks; the huts are nicely… read more

(Excellent )

25/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia & Francesca)

Giulia and Fran are a pleasure to have. They are fun, smart, happy, outgoing and incredibly kind :heart_eyes: we loved every minute with them and they did all given tasks without ever complaining. They took a lot of weight of the workers and were a great support in all aspects of farm live. They will be dearly missed.
Hope to see you again my… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Joanna)

Jo is really a great help. She does what is needed, works absolutely independent, sees what needs to be done and does it. Never complains, always smiles and has a lot of energy.
Jo became a part of the succah within hours. And it was painful to let her go. We wish Jo all the best for all her future projects and hope to have her here with us again… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Thea)

Thea and Louise where a really highly appreciated help. They gave all of themselves from day one. They can be trusted with all tasks without having to check after them. They are happy, outgoing, fun to be around and never once complained. We had a great experience with both of them and are hoping to have them back here rather sooner than later. We… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Thea) for host

To stay in the Desert and help there around the area was a really good experience and I can really recommend it!
Unfortunately we only stayed for 10 days there, but I totally enjoyed the time! The desert makes you forget any feeling of time and also everything which maybe was going on in your head before!
Alex, Schiri, Avi and all the others… read more

(Excellent )

16/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ido)

Ido is a pleasure to have around. He is easy going, hard working and always ready to lend a hand. He is quiet and very understanding. The simple life fits him perfectly. We enjoyed having Ido here and he is always welcome to come back :grin:

(Excellent )

15/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ido) for host

I had a great time here. A great place to be yourself, to be connected to the desert mountains.
The animals are beautiful, and it a perfect place for loving animals personality.
The owners are good people, which can teach you a thing or two about life, and life in the desert.
I felt at home and with family from the beginning.
Keep going and I… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Opal) for host

After my stay here, I am left with wonderful memories of a magical place, a dear friend in Alex who made me feel so at home there, and I already miss every single one of the adorable animals of the farm.
Fair enough, I arrived straight into a crazy weekend when Avi was away and people were more stressed out over everything that needed to be done,… read more

(Very good )

22/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Opal)

Opal is simply amazing. She was a part of our place the second she put a foot on it. She absolutely loves animals and is great and reliable in taking care of all of them. She is eager to work and sees what needs to be done and does it. Always with a smile on her face and a song on her lips.
Opal has become more than a volunteer. She is already a… read more

(Excellent )

16/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

The Succot in the desert is such a beautiful place. You can feel all the efforts Avi, the founder, put in this project. All the animals and nature bring a lot of joy and to work with Avi, Dana and Alex was always a pleasure. There was indeed a lot of work to do, which could be a little too much at some time. But all in all I really loved the place… read more

(Very good )

13/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

Sarah is an easy going and very pleasant volunteer. She does all the required works very thoroughly and can be trusted with all task easily. Sarah is always happy, never complains and is willing to give a lot of her time and energy. We were very happy to have her here with us and are hoping to see her again some day :grin:
Thank you Sarah for your… read more

(Excellent )

13/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Danny)

Danny is very pleasant and easy going. He loves social interaction and working outdoors. Everything we asked him to do, he did very thorough and always with a smile. We enjoyed having Danny here and were sad to let him go.

(Very good )

25/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Dennis)

Dennis was a great helper and is a wonderful person to be around. He is funny, quiet and hard working. We tried to convince him to stay longer but unfortunately his vacation was over. So we hope to have him back with us sometime soon :grin:
Dennis has a great attitude and is a pleasure to have. He is very uncomplicated and always in a good mood.… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Dennis) for host

From all my workaway experiences this one was by far the best! From the first moment I arrived ( one of the stunning sunset hours, when the sky with some clouds shines in warm colours from yellow to orange to red ) I felt the special atmosphere of this place, that Avi and his family has created. With love in every detail the small succah farm fits… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Dilara)

We absolutely loved Dilara. From the first second she was part of the place. She took responsibility and was always happy to help. Her positive spirit and her good energy gave us all a boost to work harder. She is pleasant, quiet and always fun to be around. She loved the animals and knows well how to take care of them. We feel that a friendship… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Dilara) for host

I had amazing two weeks at the succah! It was my first workaway experience and I never want to miss it! Also it is the best I´ve made so far. This is a very special place with a perfect combination of having people around, finding your time alone, relaxing, working, exploring the surrounding, having fun and amazing nature. I really miss everyone… read more

(Excellent )

22/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host

I had the most wonderful time staying and volunteering at the Succah! I came for 10 days during Passover, so there was much work to be done during my stay. Still, there was always free time to explore the crater, spend time with the horses, or go for a bike ride. The work was very manageable and enjoyable -- feeding the animals (including… read more

(Excellent )

14/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)

Olivia is very sweet, strong and was a great help. She did everything we asked her to do and never complained. We enjoyed her time here very much. Our Horse was very happy to get some training. Olivia is a very polite and smart girl and a pleasure to have around.

(Excellent )

18/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas & Nora)

Jonas and Noa were very reliable and pleasant volunteers. They did all asked tasks and always with a smile. We would take them back anytime. Their help was much appreciated.

(Excellent )

05/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Karolin & Samo) for host

I had a wonderful time at this unique place.From the first moment I felt very welcome. I got a own little Succah which was realy comfortabel. I enjoed every day there sourounded by amazing landscape, nice people and a lot of funny and super sweet animals. For me as an animal lover it was perfekt because my main work was to feed and take care of… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Karolin & Samo)

Karo is a very enthuastic and experienced volunteer. It's a pleasure to work with her. She is funny and very easy going and has a lot to offer. She helped us in all aspects of farm work and is great with animals. We very much appreciated her help and she is more than welcome to always come back here. We love you Karo

(Excellent )

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