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Farmstay New Zealand
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Experience rural life by living and working with a New Zealand farming family. The Farmstay New Zealand program offers hands-on farming tasks, providing practical skills and insight into New Zealand’s farming culture, from agriculture to animal care. Work enough hours to cover your accommodation, meals, and living costs. Duration: 6–12 weeks with potential for extensions. Accommodation: Provided in the farmhouse or farm buildings. Work Schedule: Follows the farm host’s routine for an immersive experience. Tasks: Feeding animals, gardening, horse work, moving cattle, milking cows, painting, maintenance, and childcare. Horse Farms: Available for those with horse experience. Riding depends on skill level and farm discretion. Orientation: Welcome orientations on selected dates in Auckland. Participants must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand, as accommodation and meals are provided. Those wishing to volunteer can opt for our Farm Volunteer Program, where all work is voluntary and participants cover their own accommodation and meals. enquire about this when you enquire or apply,
Experience rural life by living and working with a New Zealand farming family. The Farmstay New Zealand program offers hands-on farming tasks, providing practical skills and insight into New Zealand’s farming culture, from agriculture to animal care. Work enough hours to cover your accommodation, meals, and living costs. Duration: 6–12 weeks with potential for extensions. Accommodation: Provided in the farmhouse or farm buildings. Work Schedule: Follows the farm host’s routine for an immersive experience. Tasks: Feeding animals, gardening, horse work, moving cattle, milking cows, painting, maintenance, and childcare. Horse Farms: Available for those with horse experience. Riding depends on skill level and farm discretion. Orientation: Welcome orientations on selected dates in Auckland. Participants must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand, as accommodation and meals are provided. Those wishing to volunteer can opt for our Farm Volunteer Program, where all work is voluntary and participants cover their own accommodation and meals. enquire about this when you enquire or apply,
Program Highlights
Live and work with New Zealand farming families, gaining practical skills and insight into rural life.
Experience diverse farm tasks—from feeding animals to horse work, gardening, maintenance, and childcare.
Enjoy a welcome orientation with other Farmstay arrivals and 3 nights stay in Auckland before heading to the farm.
Experience authentic Kiwi culture by integrating into everyday farm life.
Take advantage of our flexible duration and start dates ranging from 6–12 weeks for experienced participants, with potential extensions and start dates throughout the year.
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Quick Details
- New Zealand
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
- Adventure Travel
- Animals
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
- Volunteering
- Wilderness
- American
- Argentinian
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- Estonian
- European
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Hawaiian
- Icelandic
- Latvian
- Liechtenstein
- Malaysian
- Norwegian
- Polish
- Scottish
- Singaporean
- Slovak
- Spanish
- Swedish
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A Memorable stay at an Alpaca Farm
March 20, 2026by: Isabel Tikka - SwedenMy time abroad was truly a fantastic experience that I will always remember. I had the opportunity to stay and work at an alpaca farm, which was something completely new and exciting for me. During my stay, I learned a lot about this unique animal species—their behavior, how they are cared for, and their importance to the farm. One of the most special parts of my experience was living with a host family who were incredibly welcoming and kind. They made me feel at home from the very beginning, and I am very grateful for their warmth and hospitality. Through this experience, I also gained a deeper understanding of the local culture, which made my time abroad even more meaningful. It was not only about the work, but also about connecting with people and learning new perspectives. Overall, it was an unforgettable journey, and I can definitely imagine going back again in the future. If you have the chance, I really recommend to work abroad on a farm!
I found my place to be
July 01, 2025by: Luisa Link - GermanyI started into my farmstay with no expectations really and I found everything I was ever hoping to find. Many people wish they knew they where in 'their good old days' when they happened and not afterwards and I can say, I knew while I was living them. The past 9 months in New Zealand were the best time I ever had in my life. And without Internex they wouldn't have happend. So thank you to the team of Internex. You did such an amazing job with everything.
Program Details
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Locations
- New Zealand
Types and Subjects
- Types
- Adventure Travel
- Animals
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Self-Discovery
- Volunteering
- Wilderness
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-35
Guidelines
- American
- Argentinian
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- Estonian
- European
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Hawaiian
- Icelandic
- Latvian
- Liechtenstein
- Malaysian
- Norwegian
- Polish
- Scottish
- Singaporean
- Slovak
- Spanish
- Swedish
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- International SIM Card
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
- Assistance Booking Travel
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Job Search Support
- Certificate of Completion
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Salary & Compensation
Work hours is enough to ensure you cover the cost of accommodation and meals and other on farm costs such as power, water, wifi etc.
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- Some college credit, no degree
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Resume
- Online Application
- Other
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will I undertake my placement?
On a family run farm in locations such as Northland, The Hawkes Bay, The Bay of Plenty, Waikato, Taranaki, The Manawatu, Wairarapa, Nelson / Marlborough, Canterbury, The West Coast or Central / Southern Otago.
What type of people are the farm hosts looking for?
Outgoing, sociable, good at communicating with others and those who really want to learn about the New Zealand Farm life. Some families require a certain skill set such as horse-riding experience or ability to use a tractor etc. Some families require no experience. Most of all families just want happy people who love to learn and contribute.
What types of farms are available?
We have most types of farms available in New Zealand including Livestock Farms (growing animals e.g. Sheep & Beef), Dairy Farms (milking cows), Horse Farms (training and developing horses for show-jumping, polo or racing (for very experienced riders ), Family Farm (I do not mind what the family do so long as it is a friendly family environment)
What I am I expected to do on the farm?
There is a lot of work to do on the farm and it can change week to week, month to month, year to year. You will discuss what is required of you with the family at the start of your placement an throughout your time at the farm. Jobs may include mending and building fences and mowing the lawns, feeding the animals, spraying the weeds, moving cattle, gardening, painting, milking the cows, mucking the stables etc. You will be given a detailed list o
Ready to Learn More?
Experience rural life by living and working with a New Zealand farming family. The Farmstay New Zealand program offers hands-on farming tasks, providing practical skills and insight into New Zealand’s farming culture, from agriculture to animal care. Work enough hours to cover your accommodation, meals, and living costs. Duration: 6–12 weeks with potential for extensions. Accommodation: Provided in the farmhouse or farm buildings. Work Schedule: Follows the farm host’s routine for an immersive experience. Tasks: Feeding animals, gardening, horse work, moving cattle, milking cows, painting, maintenance, and childcare. Horse Farms: Available for those with horse experience. Riding depends on skill level and farm discretion. Orientation: Welcome orientations on selected dates in Auckland. P...
INTERNeX Pacific
INTERNeX Pacific
Ready to Learn More?
Experience rural life by living and working with a New Zealand farming family. The Farmstay New Zealand program offers hands-on farming tasks, providing practical skills and insight into New Zealand’s farming culture, from agriculture to animal care. Work enough hours to cover your accommodation, meals, and living costs. Duration: 6–12 weeks with potential for extensions. Accommodation: Provided in the farmhouse or farm buildings. Work Schedule: Follows the farm host’s routine for an immersive experience. Tasks: Feeding animals, gardening, horse work, moving cattle, milking cows, painting, maintenance, and childcare. Horse Farms: Available for those with horse experience. Riding depends on skill level and farm discretion. Orientation: Welcome orientations on selected dates in Auckland. P...
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