Volunteer in a Self-sustaining Eco Farm (Short Term)
by Eco Caminhos
Program Overview
Experience life in nature through community living and hands-on learning at a permaculture eco farm in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.
Eco Caminhos is a self-sustaining eco farm and international community located in the mountains of Nova Friburgo, surrounded by waterfalls, rivers and forests.
Participants join the daily life of the farm through practical activities, workshops and cultural exchange wh...
Experience life in nature through community living and hands-on learning at a permaculture eco farm in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.
Eco Caminhos is a self-sustaining eco farm and international community located in the mountains of Nova Friburgo, surrounded by waterfalls, rivers and forests.
Participants join the daily life of the farm through practical activities, workshops and cultural exchange while learning about agroforestry, bioconstruction, permaculture and sustainable living.
Activities may include agroforestry, regenerative farming, natural building, composting systems, community cooking, hikes, waterfalls and social activities with people from different parts of the world.
The experience combines learning, nature, simplicity and collaboration in a peaceful mountain environment cl...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Agriculture
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Cooking
- Culture
Updated May 22, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Brazil
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Agriculture
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Development
- Cooking
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Portuguese
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Starts At
Salary & Compensation
No salary
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If you want to extend your stay, we recommend you apply for a visa. A student visa is the best and cheapest option to get. Should you decide to learn Portuguese, we partner with the best language school for foreigners in Brazil – Aprenda Português no Rio de Janeiro Brasil | Caminhos Languages – ranked by people on TripAdvisor.
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