Welcome to Vale Ondula

We are always looking for passionate, curious, and hard-working individuals to join us in co-creating this vision. Volunteering at Vale Ondula is an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, learn hands-on skills in sustainable living, and contribute meaningfully to a project that’s helping to reimagine food systems, water management, and community living.

What You’ll Be Doing

Our daily tasks change with the seasons, reflecting the natural rhythms of the land. You might find yourself:

• Rehabilitating and maintaining our water systems and pathways.

• Engaging in forest management and land stewardship to ensure fire safety and ecological health.

• Supporting childcare and facilitating nature-based play for our little ones.

• Planting, harvesting, and caring for the gardens.

• Creating content for our social media platforms to help share our story and inspire others.Building and maintaining natural and upcycled structures.

• Assisting with daily community life, including shared meals and tidying communal spaces.

• We always strive to balance work with learning, so there’s room for skill-building, sharing knowledge, and connecting with other like-minded people.

What We Offer in Exchange

As a volunteer, you’ll be warmly welcomed into our community and provided with:

• Accommodation: Stay in one of our comfortable tents or bring your own camping gear or campervan.

• Communal facilities, including an outdoor kitchen, living space, and bathroom, are available to share.

• Food: If you opt for the full-board exchange, we provide three vegetarian meals per day. Volunteers take turns cooking for one another, fostering a sense of collaboration and community in the kitchen.

• Learning Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience in permaculture, community living, and sustainable practices, along with insights into water management, gardening, and eco-building.

• Community Events: Volunteers are invited to join our monthly events, including Forest Care & Pizza Parties, Permaculture Design Gatherings, and more, which bring together the broader community for learning and connection.

• Connection: Immerse yourself in an inspiring and supportive environment to connect with nature, yourself, and others.

Is This For You?

We love hosting individuals, families, and even furry friends (as long as they meet our pet guidelines). Volunteers must bring a positive attitude, a willingness to get their hands dirty, and an openness to community life.

A minimum stay of two weeks is required to ensure a meaningful experience for everyone. For shorter visits, we recommend booking one of our accommodations or joining us for a farm tour.

How to Join Us

If you’re ready to contribute to this unique permaculture project, we’d love to hear from you! Fill out our Volunteer Application Form to get started. We can’t wait to welcome you to Vale Ondula, where together, we’re creating a more resilient and sustainable future.