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24 Apr 2025
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Hey there!I am Manuel (34), living on a small farm with three pigs, 2 dogs and cats. I have mixed roots, half Portuguese and German. I'm active , enjoying surfing, ninjutsu and the easy way of life! love to travel, meet different cultures and especially love cooking and eating good & healthy food (as you are what you eat), to get back to the roots by being self-sufficient and working in harmony with nature instead of against it. I am looking for volunteers, that share the interest of a healthy lifestyle and would want to exchange work (4h a day, 6 days a week- but i am flexible) for food, accomodation and the experience of living with me on my little farm!I only just build a little house on the land here and there are heaps of projects to do!I am excited to meet some of you personally :-)If you are interested, please contact me!!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have experience in gardeing and agriculture, construction work (build houses, garages, gardens) and can share passions such as cooking, travelling, yoga, surfing and ninjutsu and just enjoying life in the beautiful Algarve.
Projects involving children
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Help
I need help with taking care of the animals; agriculture and gardening work; cooking and cleaning; construction and painting
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
trailer with seperate common house
What else ...
Close to Cerro de Sao Miguel (2nd highest mountain of the Algarve)- good for tracking and biking;
7Km away from Estoi, Sao Bras Aportel and Moncarapacho;
15Km to the next beach (Fuseta);
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 936986847597
Feedback (11)
18 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby & Stella)
Ruby and Stella were super good workers. I only had to explain the tasks once and the jobs were always completed quickly. They always left the house very clean and also did more things than they were asked to. Also I liked it when they cooked for myself and others as it was different food than we are used to here in Portugal. They are very open… read more
(Excellent
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11 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ruby & Stella) for host
Malte, Malte, Malte.. What a guy!
Thanks for making the first leg of our trip a special one.
We wernt expecting to see so many beautiful places but Malte made sure to involve us in his plans. We met lots of his lovely friends and family and were made to feel super welcome and at home.
The jobs we were given were fun and interesting. We especially… read more
Thanks for making the first leg of our trip a special one.
We wernt expecting to see so many beautiful places but Malte made sure to involve us in his plans. We met lots of his lovely friends and family and were made to feel super welcome and at home.
The jobs we were given were fun and interesting. We especially… read more
7 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Niamh)
We had a great time with Niamh. Just had to explain the task one time, and the job was done. She had very high initiative when it came to Cooking and cleaning. Very well educated. She is very spontaneous and not complicated with food or deciding what to do in spare time. We loved having Niamh!
(Excellent
)
7 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Niamh) for host
I had the most amazing experience here! Malte was super nice and made sure to involve me in events and going on trips which meant I was able to really experience the people and cultural side of the Algarve aswell as see more of the scenery. The food was AMAZING, all the ingredients were fresh and local. The work was really enjoyable as well with… read more
21 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Romina) for host
My first workaway experience with malte could not start better!! malte is a very nice and friendly person. He is very grounded and always finds a solution. Most of the time i helped with gardening and cooking. I also loved going for a walk with the dogs shira, mia and rasha in the evenings. I really enjoyed the time in his place and I would come… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Romina)
Romina besides being extremely nice and easy to communicate with, is always attentive where she can help a little more.
Beyond the tasks that were proposed for her to perform, she always wanted to do more and better. A person you can count on!!
She got involved in the farm's dynamics in a very fluid way, and everything went extremely well! It was… read more
Beyond the tasks that were proposed for her to perform, she always wanted to do more and better. A person you can count on!!
She got involved in the farm's dynamics in a very fluid way, and everything went extremely well! It was… read more
(Excellent
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18 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby & Stella)
Ruby and Stella were super good workers. I only had to explain the tasks once and the jobs were always completed quickly. They always left the house very clean and also did more things than they were asked to. Also I liked it when they cooked for myself and others as it was different food than we are used to here in Portugal. They are very open… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ruby & Stella) for host
Malte, Malte, Malte.. What a guy!
Thanks for making the first leg of our trip a special one.
We wernt expecting to see so many beautiful places but Malte made sure to involve us in his plans. We met lots of his lovely friends and family and were made to feel super welcome and at home.
The jobs we were given were fun and interesting. We especially… read more
Thanks for making the first leg of our trip a special one.
We wernt expecting to see so many beautiful places but Malte made sure to involve us in his plans. We met lots of his lovely friends and family and were made to feel super welcome and at home.
The jobs we were given were fun and interesting. We especially… read more
7 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Niamh)
We had a great time with Niamh. Just had to explain the task one time, and the job was done. She had very high initiative when it came to Cooking and cleaning. Very well educated. She is very spontaneous and not complicated with food or deciding what to do in spare time. We loved having Niamh!
(Excellent)
7 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Niamh) for host
I had the most amazing experience here! Malte was super nice and made sure to involve me in events and going on trips which meant I was able to really experience the people and cultural side of the Algarve aswell as see more of the scenery. The food was AMAZING, all the ingredients were fresh and local. The work was really enjoyable as well with… read more
21 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Romina) for host
My first workaway experience with malte could not start better!! malte is a very nice and friendly person. He is very grounded and always finds a solution. Most of the time i helped with gardening and cooking. I also loved going for a walk with the dogs shira, mia and rasha in the evenings. I really enjoyed the time in his place and I would come… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Romina)
Romina besides being extremely nice and easy to communicate with, is always attentive where she can help a little more.
Beyond the tasks that were proposed for her to perform, she always wanted to do more and better. A person you can count on!!
She got involved in the farm's dynamics in a very fluid way, and everything went extremely well! It was… read more
Beyond the tasks that were proposed for her to perform, she always wanted to do more and better. A person you can count on!!
She got involved in the farm's dynamics in a very fluid way, and everything went extremely well! It was… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Malena & Claire) for host
We really enjoyed the week with Malte. We have felt like home. Malte is super friendly and up for any fun. We were able to meet many of his friends who were very open and have welcomed us just as warmly. We cooked together, played community games, watched a movie in the evening or met with his clique at the beach on weekends.
Our work consisted of… read more
Our work consisted of… read more
1 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Juan Manuel & Candelaria) for host
Our experience with Malte was excellent!
It was our first workaway experience, and also our first time in Europe. Malte shared with us knowledge of gardening and farm things. He invited us to meals and meetings with friends. Not only was a great host, he was also our tour guide, he took us to see incredible places.
If you are thinking of having… read more
It was our first workaway experience, and also our first time in Europe. Malte shared with us knowledge of gardening and farm things. He invited us to meals and meetings with friends. Not only was a great host, he was also our tour guide, he took us to see incredible places.
If you are thinking of having… read more
6 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Manuela) for host
I expendened beautiful time there. The place its very confortable, I fel like home. I learned a lot about ecologic building, produce vegetables, planting a food forest and more things. He knows a lot about Portugal and gardening so If you want to learn its a perfect please for that.
I met amazing people, I made really good friends. We went for… read more
I met amazing people, I made really good friends. We went for… read more
5 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Manuela)
Manu is a positive, good energy and open mind person. She always wants to learn new things and she doesnt afraid to try new challenges. She helped me a lot at the garden, with the animals, building the insolation, cleanning the house and she cooked very nice food and very healthy. She is very attent, if she see something to do she just do it.
She… read more
She… read more
(Excellent)
5 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Bronwyn)
Bronwyn is an amazing person, she is always happy and positive . She had full energy to do any kind of things. She helped me a lot at the garden and with the animals. Also she cooked very nice meals and cleaned the house. She doesnt afraid to try new challenges. She really likes the adventure. Thank you for all your help the moments that we spended
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Bronwyn) for host
What a beautiful and great first workaway experience there by you Malte! From the get go I felt so welcomed and part of the community there by you and all your friends. Malte is a truly a special host, beyond the thoughtful conversations and freedom to be myself, he always made the work something fun and different each day.
From doing general… read more
From doing general… read more
28 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sus & Anne)
We loved having Sus and Anne around for a month! Even though they are very different from each other, they both have unique qualities that seem to complement each other and made them a great couple to have around. Sus is an actor and also more of a talkactive and extrovertive person who seems to take extreme pleasure in almost everything. Seeing… read more
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sus & Anne) for host
Our workaway experience with Malte and Zuzu was simply fantastic.
The area is breathtaking, the work is honest, the food is great (thank you Zuzu).
These people are very open, full of ideas, they take you places, show you around, but also leave you be if you need space.
The working schedule was flexible and the tasks were fun and gave us the… read more
The area is breathtaking, the work is honest, the food is great (thank you Zuzu).
These people are very open, full of ideas, they take you places, show you around, but also leave you be if you need space.
The working schedule was flexible and the tasks were fun and gave us the… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sairrah) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and needless to say, I had a great time! Everyone here is lovely. Francisco is a great cook, the atmosphere and vibes are more than I could ask for too. Jony is a great tour guide, happy to take you out on his bike and show you the wonderful countryside. I am very much looking forward to visiting again in the… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sairrah)
Sairrah is a very communicative and proactive person! She adapted very quickly to the farm and work, always with a big smile on her face. She's a very hard-worker, and loves physical labour. Taught me some Japanese and is a great cook. It was her first experience and it worked really well :) See you when you come again!
(Excellent)
12 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lia) for host
When I came to Portugal all I wanted to find was a place with good people, amazing beaches and a feel like I was in my home away from home. That is exactly what I found here. The work was fair and fun, the food was amazing, the cultural experience was great and Id recommend them 1000x over again. Thanks for making me a part of the family Jony and… read more
13 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Laia) for host
I had the opportunity to stay here for one and a half week on my first workaway experience. It was great to discover how to live closer to the nature, come back to our roots and open our mind to other ways of living life in Portugal.
I found this good vibes and energy around this place. João is talkative and great person to be around. He has… read more
I found this good vibes and energy around this place. João is talkative and great person to be around. He has… read more
