Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Portugal

If you are from outside of the EU and planning to visit Portugal to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

Filters
Reset filters
Map
Filters
Flag of Portugal

Portugal

Updated 

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
Join us in the forest of Alentejo, Portugal
Permaculture project with idea and space to create an eco-village. The quinta is located in Alto Alentejo 2 km from Portalegre. Fifteen hectares with magical forests and a beautiful valley provided by seventeen sources and several mines with ......
(17)
 1  
 1  
Contact
New host 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
House and pet sitting in the Algarve near Albufeira, Portugal
Hello, we live in the Algarve near Albufeira. Our house is located in a quiet rural area, but all amenities, such as restaurants and shopping facilities, are only a few minutes away by car. Our house is set in a well-tended garden with a swimming ......
 2  
 1  
 2  
 3  
Contact
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
Explore natural off-grid living in the mountains in São Vicente da Beira, Portugal
!!UPDATE!! We, alongside many of our friends, were affected by the wildfires in the Serra da Gardunha. (August 2025) We now need more immediate help and will also be on the farm for the most part the coming months to rebuild. Fortunately the living ......
(1)
 1  
 2  
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
Help with my pets at my cozy home while enjoying the Algarve coast in Portimão, Portugal
Hey! I’m Miguel, born in Portugal, in my thirties, splitting my time between Lisbon and the Algarve. Whenever I can, I escape back to Portimão: sunny weather, beach days, coastal trails… it’s where I feel most alive. I live in a traditional Algarve ......
 1  
 2  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
Come and gain experience of sustainable practices with our family in Algodres, Portugal
We are a family of three. Kayley, Rick and our son Martin. We have lived in Portugal since 2018 but come from The UK. We moved here to start a family and live more sustainably. We always have plenty to do so if you’re looking for a long stay or ......
(1)
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
Food forest, reforestation project and small permaculture farm in Aljezur, Portugal
Some people wonder why I do the things I do. I wonder why they don't. Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile. I’m Dirk, living in this beautiful part of South Portugal since a couple of years. I am a vegetarian, non-smoker, 60 years old and ......
(24)
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Outdoors close to the beach in Algarve, Portugal
We're a couple both working in creative fields (sound designer and photographer). Sometimes we're looking for petsitters and sometimes for help around the house (painting, cleaning, light repairs, etc.). We're not always around as we travel ......
(1)
 2  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
Join us in our garden and home with a view of the Serra de Estrela mountains, Portugal
Hello I'm Rachel, Current needs - a helpful person that is happy to assist with tidying in and around my garden, and on rainy days some house cleaning! I have a young dog who might enjoy walking sometimes. Please get in touch if you would like to ......
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
Experience Community, Nature & Wellness in the Portuguese Mountains
Imagine waking up each day in the heart of the Portuguese mountains, central Portugal, surrounded by lush nature, birdsong, and the quiet rhythm of the land. If you’re seeking a Workaway adventure that brings you back to balance and deeper ......
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Au Pair
    Au Pair
  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
Join our family and share knowledge in beautiful Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal
Hello :) We are Madeleine (35), Felix (31), Ayla (4) and Emil (2). Madeleine is originally from The Netherlands, Felix from Austria. We enjoy being outdoors and creating beautiful things. Felix works as a carpenter and is passionate about creating ......
(17)
 2  
Contact
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

Help in a picturesque coastal town near Porto, Portugal
CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH HOUSE MOVE. PLEASE only FEMALE volunteers aged 25 or over. I can only host ONE person at a time. You MUST be comfortable around pets. Help needed in a picturesque Portuguese coastal town near Porto, ......
New host  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • House / pet sitting
    House / pet sitting
Join our family farm project focused on nature, food and sustainable living near Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal
Hello! We are a small family living on an old farm and former vineyard, surrounded by nature. Our family is Nuno (from Portugal), Lilli (from Austria) and our 14-month-old baby. We enjoy sharing our daily life with volunteers who are curious, ......
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Become part of a permaculture project and enjoy surfing in Vilar de Mouros, Portugal
Dear community, We’re a young couple who chose to take a different path. One rooted in simplicity, sustainability, and connection. In the quiet hills of northern Portugal, we’ve found a home that we’re transforming from the ground up using natural ......
(21)
 1  
 2  
 1  
 1  
Contact
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Experience peace and a deep connection with nature in Cercal, Alentejo, Portugal
I acquired a property in the picturesque setting of Alentejo, In the meantime we brought our two horses, three sheep, two cats a about a year ago. My vision involves maintaining amd organize my space.. I intend to incorporate gardening, animal care, ......
(6)
 1  
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Join us in Aljezur, Portugal
Hello dear We are Elli (49 years) ,Valentin (12 years ) and Yuna (6 years). We take care of a beautiful hilltop close to Aljezur and we always need some helping hands in exchange for a nice place to stay and fresh healthy food. At the moment we ......
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Join a community based organic farming project in Campelo, Portugal
We are a vibrant, heart centered Christian family/community. We work, live and eat from abundant, organic gardens that are spread out below beautiful terraces, surrounded by a wonderful river with a waterfall and many secluded places to find peace ......
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Creating arty geeky musical community in Portugal
We live 5 km walking from some awesome beaches in South West Portugal. Creating an arty geeky musical community on 2,5 hectare in a natural park. Plenty of things to help with, e.g. - fixing small things in and around the house - keeping the place ......
(2)
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Sustainable project
    Sustainable project
  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
Restore soil, grow vegetables and manage the forest and infrastructure for self-sufficiency near Aljezur, Portugal
*Before you continue, we have a 4 week minimum stay* Hi I'm Nathaniel. My girlfriend Diana and I live on this little farm which has a very lucky location, with breath taking views to the highest Algarvian mountains, close to the beautiful beach of ......
(52)
 2  
 1  
Contact
Updated  Last minute

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Join us at our off grid farm in Anseriz, Portugal
Hello ☺ ➡ Looking for a couple or friends that like to help us on our farm. We offer a cosy caravan with heater and own kitchen or of course welcome you in your own van our caravan. Last Summer we got hit by the forest fires and are looking to ......
(11)
 2  
 1  
 1  
Contact
Updated 

 Portugal

  • Language exchange
    Language exchange
  • Cultural exchange
    Cultural exchange
Share your healthy cooking skills with our friendly family in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal
Hello dear volunteer, We are a family of five. A Turkish couple ( Nazli- the mother and Ilker- the father) with a 17-month-old baby (February 2026) and two cats, Ponçik and Biber. We have been living in Lisbon since October 2023. We need help for ......
(1)
 2  
Contact