Joining Go Volunteer Africa’s Ethiopia agriculture volunteer work is by far, the most fulfilling type of agriculture volunteering abroad. The Ethiopia agriculture volunteer program gives volunteers to help local communities through different types of farm work.
Volunteering on coffee farms is popular in Ethiopia, where volunteers help with every aspect of production, including planting, harvesting, and distribution is a lifetime memorable experience, you wouldn’t miss out.
Agricultural volunteers are needed in Ethiopia to help improve and facilitate sustainable agriculture development programs, especially in less industrialized regions. Furthermore, Ethiopia agriculture volunteering incorporates a variety of fields, from farming to biology to conservation.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- Fork the soil to break up large areas for planting
- Help in the maintenance of the crops with weeding
- Clear land of stones and other items to create areas for planting
- Help plant crops like cucumbers, tomatoes, carrot, cabbage and more
- Demonstrate greenhouse farming management and help increase output
- Learn organic methods used by Ethiopian small farmers to ensure healthy and safe foods
PROJECT LOCATION
Addis Ababa: Ethiopia’s sprawling capital in the highlands bordering the Great Rift Valley, is the country’s commercial and cultural hub. Its National Museum exhibits Ethiopian art, traditional crafts and prehistoric fossils, including replicas of the famous early hominid, “Lucy.” The burial place of the 20th-century emperor Haile Selassie, copper-domed Holy Trinity Cathedral, is a neo-baroque architectural landmark.
ARRIVAL & AIRPORT PICKUP
After you have booked and confirmed your placement, please book your flights to arrive at Bole International Airport is in Addis Ababa. A member of staff from our local partner organization will meet you on arrival at Airport. This airport services numerous international carriers including the national carrier – Ethiopian Airlines. Ethiopia has good connections to destinations throughout Europe, the Asia- Pacific region, USA and Africa.
ORIENTATION
Orientation and Placement will be done the next day. Generally, your volunteer orientation is an overview of the project’s mission, expectations and introduction to the local community and project site. Following your arrival in Ethiopia you will be given a presentation by the co-coordinating project team to prepare you for the work you will be doing.
PROJECT DETAILS
Work alongside local small farmers and plant crops like coffee, tomatoes, potatoes, vegetables, and fruits. Volunteers work along the whole value chain to improve crop production, improve business understanding as well as build relationships and systems.
Ethiopia is endowed with abundant agricultural resources and has diverse agro-ecological zones. Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy. The Ethiopia agriculture volunteer work will teach those who have never grown a crop in their life, a lot about farming. Travelers who want to volunteer abroad in agriculture should not be afraid to get their hands dirty. Working in a farm involves a lot of physical activities.
Join our Ethiopia agriculture volunteering projects to learn about organic farming, horticulture, urban greening and sustainability. Ethiopia Agricultural volunteer placements connect volunteers with communities managing their own food production and who are seeking volunteers.
The Ethiopia agriculture volunteer work program pairs volunteers with farmers, cooperatives, and communities who practice environmentally-friendly farming methods. Volunteers are involved in several tasks ranging from assisting on farms with the care and harvesting of crops to helping at local cooperatives with the preparation of the final product to be taken to market.
Volunteers participating in sustainable agriculture projects do hands-on work that leaves a lasting impact on farming communities in need. By assisting throughout the numerous steps of the agricultural process, volunteers are able to be immersed in the local agriculture scene, learn about sustainable farming methods and agriculture processes in Ethiopia.
The Ethiopia farm volunteer work is an excellent fit for participants who are interested in farming, agriculture, and sustainable practices. Volunteers who are curious about agricultural procedures and how they play a role in communities around Africa find these projects engaging and informative.
Participants with any or no experience with farming or sustainable agriculture can contribute in invaluable ways to this projects; the most important qualification is that volunteers are not averse to rolling up their sleeves, getting their hands dirty, and spending time outdoors.
GROUP VOLUNTEER TRIPS
Get some friends together or organize a group from your school and embark on this incredible adventure! Discounts are offered on any group of 5+ participants on Ethiopia volunteering program.
LONGTERM VOLUNTEER WORK
Please contact us for more information about our long-term volunteer work in Ethiopia. We will guide you on the best times of the year, what to pack, and what extra health precautions to keep in mind and all logistics.
VOLUNTEER ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers are provided accommodation in a volunteer house or in a homestay accommodation managed by the local coordinating team. Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) are provided to the participants from Monday – Sunday. The accommodations are neat and clean. Accommodation is shared amongst volunteers on the ‘same gender sharing’ basis rooms. Wifi internet, warm water is not guaranteed.
The accommodations are close to useful amenities like banks, ATM’s, currency exchanges, restaurants, cafes and shopping places. All placements are around 10 – 30 minutes from the accommodation. At some point volunteers might be on the move and hence we suggest also bringing a sleeping mat and sleeping bag/pillow for travel and weekends away on adventures. Bathrooms are usually shared. There is a lounge area for relaxing, reading, or watching movies.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Our program is for anyone eighteen years and above who loves service above self and social experiences with people from all over the world. We also accept volunteers of 16+ years of age if they are in a group with a guardian or supervisor above 25years. Volunteers under 16 years old are only considered when accompanied by a parent/guardian. There isn’t a maximum age limit, though a reasonable fitness level is necessary. Families are encouraged to apply and are welcome!
VISAS
Visitors to Ethiopia must obtain a visa from one of the Ethiopian diplomatic missions unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries whose citizens are eligible to apply for an electronic visa or visa on arrival.
WEEKENDS AND FREE-TIME
Over the weekends or evenings, participants are free to eat out and explore the different delights that Ethiopia has to offer. We arrange city day tours and long-weekend safaris. No matter what your interests, there is always something for everyone to enjoy!
PROJECT QUICK FACTS
| Availability: | Project open all year round |
| Duration: | Minimum 2 weeks commitment |
| Age Limits: | Minimum 18yrs or older for solo travelers. |
| Minimum Age: | Families are welcome |
| Start Dates: | Flexible start and end dates |
| Arrival dates: | One day before the start date |
| Airport Arrival: | Airport pickup, meet and greet by GVA partner representative |
| Working Days: | Monday – Friday – 5 days a week, 3-5 hours in a day |
| Weekends: | Travel / Sightseeing NOT included in program cost |
| Accommodation: | Host Families or volunteer house |
| Meals: | Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily |
| Support: | Pre-departure guide, In-country staff available 24/7 |
| Location: | Addis Ababa |
| Language: | English |
IN A NUTSHELL
Volunteering in Ethiopia with Go Volunteer Africa is affordable, low cost and budget friendly. The volunteer opportunities in Ethiopia are meaningful and life changing both to the volunteer and the host community.
Go Volunteer Africa was ranked as the best volunteer organization in Ethiopia. All volunteer programs in Kenya are community driven and managed by the local coordinating teams and this will give you a chance to get to know local people and really help those in need.
Go Volunteer Africa is among the top NGOs looking for volunteers in Ethiopia. Most volunteer projects in Ethiopia are located throughout the country in places like Addis Ababa and in more rural areas.
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PROGRAM FEE (USD$)
Program Fee Excludes:
- Flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Airport Drop off (Can be arranged upon request)
PLACEMENT BOOKING DEPOSIT FEE
Please Note: An application and placement booking deposit of USD$220 (per person) which comes off the total program cost above is charged to secure your placement on the program. The program fee balance payment is due within 8 weeks from your program start date.
HOW TO APPLY
To start the process fill Volunteer application form and submit it for consideration and book your placement. For more information on how to get enrolled for the volunteering experience of a lifetime contact us. Or Give us a call | WhatsApp | Telegram | Viber | Imo at +254-796-786292 to talk to a Program Specialist.
