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Namaste and Warm Greetings!
My name is Garima, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to our little slice of paradise in Nepal! Our family is excited to share our home, our culture, and our way of life with you. Together with my brother Gagan, our parents (former English teachers), my sister-in-law (a registered nurse), and my little nephew, we run a vibrant organic farm that’s not just a place to work but a space to connect, learn, and grow.
Our farm is a haven of peace and sustainability, where we grow pesticide-free vegetables and embrace the healing power of nature. While we dream of expanding into a chicken farm (currently on hold due to budget constraints), our focus remains on creating a warm, enriching experience for every volunteer who joins us.
What Makes Us Unique? :
- Cultural Immersion: Experience the authentic Nepali lifestyle, from traditional meals to local festivals.
- Language No Barrier: While we’re fluent in English, we warmly welcome volunteers who speak other languages too!
- Nature’s Playground: Our farm is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, including a serene stream where you can bathe, relax, and soak in the beauty of nature.
- Evening Campfires: Every night, we gather around a cozy campfire (weather permitting) to share stories, laughter, and starlit skies.
Explore and Unwind:
Our farm is perfectly located for adventure and exploration:
- Saraswoti Statue: Just a short hike or auto-rickshaw ride away, you’ll find a stunning, larger-than-life statue of Saraswoti, the goddess of education and wisdom. It’s a peaceful spot for reflection and photography.
- Shiva Temple: Perched atop a scenic hill, this ancient temple offers not only spiritual solace but also panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. The hike to the temple is a rewarding experience, or you can opt for a quick auto-rickshaw ride.
- Nearby Stream: A hidden gem close to our farm, this crystal-clear stream is perfect for a refreshing dip or simply chilling by the water, surrounded by nature’s symphony.
What We Offer:
- Comfortable Stay: You’ll have a cozy place to rest after a day of work and exploration.
- Fast Internet: Stay connected with our reliable 40 Mbps internet—perfect for sharing your adventures or staying in touch with loved ones.
- Cultural Exchange: Learn about Nepali traditions, cooking, and herbal remedies, and share your own stories and skills with us.
Your Help:
We’d love your assistance with:
- Organic farming (planting, harvesting, and tending to crops).
- Light construction or maintenance projects.
- Sharing your skills, whether it’s teaching, art, or anything else you’re passionate about!
Why Choose Us?
We’re more than just a host family—we’re a community. Our farm is a place where you can slow down, connect with nature, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re here to learn, explore, or simply unwind, we promise an experience that will stay with you long after you leave.
So, pack your bags and bring your adventurous spirit! We can’t wait to welcome you into our family and show you the magic of Nepal.
With warm regards,
Garima and Family
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
What You’ll Gain from This Cultural Exchange:
Staying with us is more than just a volunteering experience—it’s a deep dive into the heart of Nepal. Our non-touristy village offers a rare opportunity to step away from the beaten path and immerse yourself in the authentic Nepali way of life. Here’s what you’ll gain from this unique cultural exchange:
1. Authentic Nepali Lifestyle:
Experience life as it’s truly lived in rural Nepal. From traditional farming practices to daily rituals, you’ll gain a firsthand understanding of how our community thrives. This is your chance to go beyond the typical tourist experience and connect with the soul of Nepal.
2. Hands-On Learning:
Whether you’re helping on our organic farm, assisting with building projects, or contributing to educational initiatives, you’ll gain practical skills and knowledge. Learn about sustainable farming, traditional construction methods, and the art of living in harmony with nature.
3. Cultural Immersion:
-Food and Traditions: Savor authentic Nepali meals made with love and fresh ingredients from our farm. Participate in local festivals, rituals, and celebrations to truly understand our culture.
-Language and Connection: While we’re fluent in English, you’ll have the chance to pick up basic Nepali phrases and connect with locals on a deeper level.
4. Personal Growth:
Living in a village with different living standards than Western countries will challenge you to adapt, grow, and embrace simplicity. This experience is perfect for those who are flexible, self-motivated, and eager to step out of their comfort zone.
5. A Sense of Community:
Become part of our family and the wider village community. Share stories around the campfire, bond over shared meals, and create lasting friendships with locals and fellow volunteers.
6. Exploration and Adventure:
Our village is a gateway to the real Nepal. Hike to nearby attractions like the stunning Saraswoti statue and the serene Shiva temple, or simply relax by the nearby stream. Every day brings a new opportunity to explore and connect with nature.
This is your chance to discover the Nepal that most travelers never see—a place of warmth, resilience, and authenticity. By the end of your stay, you’ll leave not just with memories, but with a deeper understanding of what it means to live in harmony with nature, community, and culture.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
How You Can Help Us:
We’re excited to welcome volunteers who are eager to roll up their sleeves and dive into the rhythms of farm life! Your help will not only support our family but also give you a hands-on experience of sustainable living in Nepal. Here’s how you can contribute:
1. Organic Farming
- Planting and Harvesting: Help us cultivate and harvest fresh, pesticide-free vegetables. Learn about organic farming techniques and the importance of sustainable agriculture.
- Weeding and Maintenance: Keep our farm thriving by assisting with weeding, watering, and general upkeep of the fields.
2. Chicken Farm Preparation
- Construction Projects: We’re in the early stages of setting up a chicken farm. If you have skills in building, carpentry, or DIY projects, your help will be invaluable!
- Planning and Organizing: Share your ideas and creativity as we design and prepare for this exciting new venture.
3. Daily Farm Life
- Household Tasks: Lend a hand with everyday activities like cooking, cleaning, or helping with meals. It’s a great way to bond with our family and experience Nepali home life.
- Creative Contributions: If you have a special skill—whether it’s teaching, art, photography, or something else—we’d love for you to share it with us!
4. Optional Financial Support:
If you’re passionate about supporting our farm beyond your physical help, we welcome fundraising initiatives. Whether it’s organizing a campaign in your home country or spreading the word about our project, we’d be happy to provide all the details and guidance you need. Ask about this when applying.
What’s in It for You:
- A chance to learn about organic farming, Nepali culture, and sustainable living.
- The satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful project that supports our family and community.
- A warm, welcoming environment where your efforts are truly appreciated.
We believe in creating a collaborative and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Whether you’re here for a short stay or a longer adventure, your help will make a real difference.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Nepali: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Your Home Away From Home
During your stay with us, you’ll enjoy a comfortable and authentic experience on our organic farm. If you’re a couple, you’ll have a private room, while solo travelers will share a room with someone of the same gender. Each room is equipped with a light bulb, dustbin, and cozy bedding, including a Nepali-style mattress, bedsheet, pillow, and blanket. Feel free to bring a mosquito net or sleeping bag if you prefer. Our farm is located in a peaceful, serene area, far from the noise of the city, ensuring you get a restful night’s sleep.
For bathroom facilities, we have shared toilets and a traditional Nepali-style bathroom for bathing, offering a unique cultural experience. If you’re looking for something even more refreshing, you can head to the nearby stream, where you can bathe surrounded by nature’s beauty.
When it comes to meals, we serve traditional Nepali dishes made with fresh, organic vegetables from our farm. You’ll enjoy daal (lentil soup), bhat (rice), tarkari (vegetable curry), aachar (pickle), and more. We serve two main meals a day—around 9 to 10 in the morning and 7 to 8 in the evening. In the morning, a cup of hot tea or coffee awaits you, and in the afternoon (around 2 to 3 PM), you can enjoy tea with local snacks when available. Occasionally, we also offer milk and curd if we have them on hand.
To stay connected, we provide free, unlimited 40 Mbps Wi-Fi. Just a minute’s walk from our home, you’ll find small shops selling essentials like recharge cards, biscuits, bakery items, and even beer if you’d like to enjoy a drink on the farm.
As we are not financially strong at the moment, we kindly ask volunteers to contribute $5 per day per person for food and accommodation. This small contribution helps us sustain our farm and continue offering this unique experience to travelers like you.
We’re committed to making your stay as enriching and comfortable as possible. Whether you’re here to work, explore, or simply unwind.
What else ...
Location and Free Time: Explore, Relax, and Connect:
Our farm is nestled on a beautiful hillside, just 29 kilometers from Kathmandu—close enough to the capital for convenience but far enough to offer a peaceful escape into nature. At an elevation of around 1200 meters, the farm boasts stunning views and a refreshing climate, making it the perfect place to unwind and recharge.
How to Reach Us:
Getting to our farm is simple and affordable. From Kathmandu, you can take any bus heading toward Pokhara, Chitwan, Besisahar, or Gorkha and get off at Dharke. The bus ride takes about an hour and costs less than $1 per person. Once you arrive in Dharke, just give us a quick call, and we’ll guide you to our farm, which is just a 5-minute walk away.
What to Do in Your Free Time:
When you’re not helping on the farm, there’s plenty to explore and enjoy:
- Local Markets and Villages: Take a leisurely stroll through nearby villages or visit the local market to experience everyday life in rural Nepal.
- Hiking and Nature: For adventure lovers, there are scenic hiking trails waiting to be discovered. You can also visit the nearby stream for a refreshing dip or simply relax by the water.
- Cultural and Spiritual Sites: Explore local attractions like the stunning Saraswoti statue and the serene Shiva temple, both just a short hike or auto-rickshaw ride away.
- Day Trips to Kathmandu: Thanks to our proximity to the capital, you can easily spend a day exploring Kathmandu’s bustling streets, ancient temples, and vibrant markets, then return to the farm by evening.
Why You’ll Love Staying With Us:
Our farm is more than just a place to volunteer—it’s a home away from home. Volunteers who’ve stayed with us often leave with happy memories and a sense of belonging. We take pride in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where you’ll feel like part of the family.
We’re also eager to learn from you! Whether it’s about your culture, language, or unique skills, we love exchanging ideas and building connections. On your non-working days, you can embark on a day trek, visit nearby villages, or simply relax and soak in the beauty of our surroundings.
Come join us and experience the real Nepal—a place of warmth, beauty, and authenticity.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Yes, absolutely! We have a reliable and robust Wi-Fi connection, making our farm an ideal place for digital nomads to work remotely while enjoying the serene surroundings. Whether you're immersed in a project or seeking inspiration, our peaceful environment and strong internet connectivity ensure a productive and comfortable stay. Join us for a unique blend of work and cultural immersion.
Space for parking camper vans
Certainly! We welcome Workawayers traveling in campervans, providing ample parking space for a convenient and comfortable stay. Our farm is ready to accommodate your mobile home, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Feel free to park your campervan and join us for a memorable experience on our pesticide-free land.
Can possibly accept pets
Certainly! We gladly accept Workawayers with pets. Our farm provides a pet-friendly environment, so you can enjoy your stay with your furry friends. Feel free to bring them along, and let's create memorable experiences together in the heart of our farm.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The farm is beautiful, nestled in green hills. I believe you can find every plant on earth there. During our stay, we harvested Mulberries every day, and in summer there will be even more… read more
At the time I've been there, only Laxmi and Krishna live permanently in the farm, while their sons Garima and Gagan live in Kathmandu, but you can feel the connection with Garima even before she'll come to visit at the… read more
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The farm is beautiful, nestled in green hills. I believe you can find every plant on earth there. During our stay, we harvested Mulberries every day, and in summer there will be even more… read more
At the time I've been there, only Laxmi and Krishna live permanently in the farm, while their sons Garima and Gagan live in Kathmandu, but you can feel the connection with Garima even before she'll come to visit at the… read more
The experience was amazing—it was my first Workaway, and I truly felt at home. Laxme and Krishna are exceptional people who will do everything to make you feel as comfortable as possible.
Between cooking classes with Laxme and gardening sessions with Krishna,… read more
Allow… read more
We have been hosted during almost two weeks by this lovely family and our experience was wonderful!. 100% recommended!
Krishna taught us everyday the permaculture and nepali techniques as well as nepali lamguage! He and Laxmi are fantastic teachers!
Krishna introduce us to the neighbours in Dharke. Very nice town with lovely… read more
Unfortunately, our experience with Lea and Alain was quite disappointing. Despite confirming their arrival and making arrangements to accommodate them on our farm, they informed us just three days before their scheduled arrival that they would not be coming due to farm work. This sudden change of plans… read more
As the sole volunteer during his stay, Vicente seamlessly integrated into our family, making the atmosphere warm and welcoming. His commitment… read more
I was the only volunteer at the time, so really got to feel like part of the family, they made sure I was comfortable (and full).
The work was really enjoyable, learned how to harvest curcumin, and helped in the kitchen when it was necessary.
if you're… read more
I didn’t get to see Gagan as he was working at the time but thank you for letting me stay… read more
I spend nearly 2 weeks on the farm and even came back for another. It was one of the nicest encounter on my journey… read more
I spent two weeks here and it exceeded my expectations. You get to be a part of a small village society where everyone is extremely… read more
From the first moment, I felt heartly welcomed and as a part of the family! I`ve had the chance to learn more about the local culture and also about Krishnas way of "simple living, high thinking". I really enjoyed my stay at the farm and whenever I… read more
I love to spent time with you and learn from you about the Nepali system :-P
Most of the time I was diggin or helped to carry the waterpipe out of the jungle.
I can recommend this workaway place!
Next year the family start to build a new… read more
anything better. They are such strong family how has been working hard to improve their life after the 2015 Earthquake that destroyed their house and rice plantation. I was helping Krishna most of the time with the animals and cutting grass and corn. He was really patient… read more
I was offered a unique life opportunity to live and stay with you as both guest and member of the family. This experience continues to present some of the most fulfilling and challenging times of my trip in Asia.
Being in your home has helped open my eyes to what it is like actually… read more
You have to visit them necessary if you are in Nepal. You will learn what is it Nepali system, how to plant so many vegetables and dig earth by nepaly system.
Hard worker Krishna, Laxmi, after earthquake they still working and looking in the future with smile on them face.
Cute kids and Didi. Wish you good health and always… read more
All of the family was so kind and great and I miss them all very much. They were all welcoming, hardworking, friendly, and fun to be… read more
I've started my journey in Nepal in this family and couldn't resist going back there at the end of my trip. This was such a wonderful experience surrounded by nature, animals and most importantly filled with beautiful people. This family is so warm and caring that you feel like a part of it as soon as you step in.
I miss you all !
Thanks for you supporting and cheerful stay. We miss you.
Its best experience to work with you. Thanks for being part of our family.
It will be imposible forget you and your family. My best experience..
I discovered so many things about Nepali's culture,lifestyle, way of thinking ... and about this family too. It was an incredible month with them. I was so impressed by the 'nepali system', how powerfull it is !
In July it was very hot and wet so it was not easy every day but when… read more
Thanks for your supporting stay :) We miss you.
I hope and wish our relation will last long forever. Your honor and helping behavior are best. Have a nice time ahead.
In spite of the hardships they have suffered after the earthquake, they still keep giving and supporting their community.
When you are there, you are completely part of the family. Krishna will teach you all about… read more
Thanks a lot for supporting and helping stay with us. We miss you too.
The strongest volunteer ever :)
Hope to see you again brother :)
I miss you, but have the memories of 3 good weeks, with the best people of Nepal.
I hope to see you again, thanks for a great time.
Family and neighbors were very welcoming, and we could even share a bit of our culture, it… read more
We spend really good working time with Vivi and Andre. They are easy going, smiling and honest people. Their English is bit low, but they are very much more than that. If you host them, you will feel as you found your new family members. They are perfect couple I ever seen.
Miss you both.
Thank you for the wonderful experience of staying with your family and to all of them for making me feel so welcome. I miss Grandma Didi, Father Krishna, mother Laxmi, your lovely little sister Garima and little Rashi and Samir who were also staying there, please say Namaste to them all from me. I feel very privileged to have… read more
We really enjoyed our stay on the farm. We stayed for ten days in total and had a great experience about rural Nepali life. We feeled like real family members and lerned about cooking, shopping and a little bit farming. The problem is that there isn't that much rain in the moment so there is not much to do on the farm. In… read more
Sara is easy going, friendly and always smiling person. Always keen to know and learn new things.
Its really good to spend time with you. We miss you.
Thanks for smiling and supporting stay with us.
You both are amazing. You will be always missed.
Jochen is easy going and frank guy. Whatever help you need, He will be always there with his helping hands.
Its really good to spent time with you. We miss You.
We also learned a lot about the "Nepali Style" and way of life.
Concerning the help, as it was 8 months after… read more
I can highly recommend this place, if you are interessted in the real nepalese life and culture. This lovely family will give their best to teach you a lot of things! (thanks garima for the language classes!!)
And they really need help and support during this… read more
