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Actividades que me interesan:
Exploring South Africa through surf, nature, outdoor activities, creative projects and music
Mi próximo destino:
Port Shepstone, South Africa - Desde Jun 2026 Hasta Ago 2026 Ver todos -
Descripción
**NOT A FREE VACATION SEEKER. A REAL WORKAWAYER!**
*Hard work included, sense of humor free.* 😊
Hi! I’m Erdem — born and raised by the sea in Türkiye, with a Mediterranean spirit: warm, social, curious, and easy to connect with.
Recently, I’ve been volunteering in different places across South Africa:
* Farm in Swellendam
* Farm/lodge in Addo
* Farm in Storms River
* Surf lodge in Jeffreys Bay
* Guesthouse in Port Elizabeth
* Currently at a beach lodge in Chintsa, Eastern Cape
I’m happy to provide references from my previous hosts if needed.
I have hands-on experience in construction, farm work, surf lodge operations (including guest communication, check-in/check-out, and hospitality), kitchen work and cooking, as well as creating social media content for lodges.
During my farm experiences, I worked with horses and other ranch animals, supporting their daily care and general farm routines. I also used power tools and helped with basic repairs and maintenance.
I come from a solid professional background. For many years, I worked as an engineer in construction, land surveying, drone mapping, and fiber-optic (ISP) infrastructure projects. Working in corporate environments taught me responsibility, reliability, teamwork, and safety awareness—values I bring to every place I stay.
I love cooking and sharing food, especially Turkish dishes like İmam Bayıldı and Menemen. For me, cooking is another way to connect with people.
On the creative side, I create short promotional videos using drone and mobile footage, edited in CapCut or Canva, for social media and websites.
My outdoor skills include:
* Intermediate surfing
* Rock climbing / rope skills
* CMAS 1★ diving
* P2 paragliding
I enjoy working hard, meeting new people, and being part of a good team. I'm reliable, adaptable, and always happy to help wherever I'm needed.
Looking forward to meeting you and contributing to your project!
All the best,
Erdem -
Intereses
Películas y televisión
Tecnología
Sostenibilidad
Videografía
Eventos y sociedad
Autodesarrollo
Agricultura
Trabajo de caridad
Astronomía
Cocina y alimentación
Artes escénicas
Libros
Música
Fotografía
Carpintería
Deportes de equipo
Baile
Playa
Ciclismo
Deportes acuáticos
Deportes de invierno
Yoga / bienestar
Naturaleza
Acampada
Senderismo
Actividades al aire libre
Fitness
Navegar / barcos
Montaña
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Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
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Habilidades y conocimientos que quiero compartir o aprender
Me interesa:
Proyectos ecológicos
Compañía para ancianos
Ciertos conocimientos de:
Proyectos artísticos
Trabajo de caridad
Idiomas
Vida en una granja
Cuidado de animales
Hostelería/turismo
Puedo enseñar:
Jardinería básica
Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda con ordenadores/Internet
Enseñanza
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento básico
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Que habilidades tienes?
Computer Skills:
*MS Office
*Wordpress
* Canva
*Capcut
*Content Creation
*Basic IT support
Driving Licence:
A, A1, A2, B1, B, D1, F (manual gear car/ motorcycle)
Rock Climbing( Summer mountaineering training accredited by the Turkish Mountaineering Federation.)
CMAS one star diver
P2 paraglider
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Professional background: Civil / geomatics engineering, construction & infrastructure projects, drone mapping
Physical skills: Climbing & rope access (former Level 1), farm & outdoor work
Martial arts: Aikido – 3rd Dan (black belt)
Sports & nature: Hiking, climbing, paragliding (P2), diving (CMAS 1★)
Turkish and Mediterranean Cuisine
Creative interests: Video creation, drone storytelling, DJing & music production (learning phase)
Languages: Turkish (native), English (fluent) -
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Alergia
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Dieta especial
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Comentarios
This isn't just a … read more
It was wonderful having him as part of our team. He has a warm presence, he is reliable, and an asset as a volunteer
Thank you, Erdem!
The location is hard … read more
In this time, he attended several jobs, like construction, cleaning up, and general tasks around the house.
Communication was sometimes a little tricky, but got better over time.
Sometimes, he prepared delicious Turkish food for the whole team.
We all like him very much and wish him the best on his … read more
The farm is full of life, with … read more
Fotos
Amigos
Comentarios
Son opciones de calificación adicionales para cuando los miembros dejan sus comentarios. Se muestra la calificación media dejada en cada opción.
Comunicación:
(4.3)
Habilidades:
(4.7)
Respeto a las normas de la casa:
(5.0)
This isn't just a … read more
It was wonderful having him as part of our team. He has a warm presence, he is reliable, and an asset as a volunteer
Thank you, Erdem!
The location is hard … read more
In this time, he attended several jobs, like construction, cleaning up, and general tasks around the house.
Communication was sometimes a little tricky, but got better over time.
Sometimes, he prepared delicious Turkish food for the whole team.
We all like him very much and wish him the best on his … read more
The farm is full of life, with … read more
