Forest Retreat Home and Aqua-permaculture
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Location: Pokhara, Nepal
Welcome to our farmstay and house-sitting opportunity in an eco-village focused on holistic healing in the Himalayas. Here, we embrace the principles of Mind, Movement and Mountain (3M). Though we're still in the development phase, we're eager to offer a unique experience at our Forest Retreat House, nestled amidst lush green forests. Please note that a fully furnished retreat schedule is not provided! This opportunity involves house-sitting and engaging in forest-farm-fish keeping, co-creating experiences with us.I am a graduate of Schumacher College, UK, with a Master's in Mind, Movement, and Ecology, and my second Master's is in Applied Ecology from Evenstad, Norway. Currently, I serve as an Assistant Professor at Agriculture and Forestry University, with interests in big cats, holistic healing, and regenerative tourism. I'll be present on weekends and holidays to bring various Ayurvedic herbs to the farm. My brother Bipin, wife Binita, and mother Narayani will guide you through Nepali cuisine and ceremonies. Occasionally, you may engage in playful activities or babysitting with our four-year-old son, Binayak, who enjoys catching dragonflies and grasshoppers!
Located in the tourist hub of Pokhara, the villagers are accustomed to volunteers. There are small grocery stores nearby, and while the house lacks a freezer, the kitchen is well-equipped. We grow vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower, and spinach, and look forward to expanding our farm with volunteer support.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance, where the sounds of crickets and the earthy scent of Nepali village life provide a restful atmosphere. This opportunity offers a chance to experience rural life, engage in self-reflection, and enjoy a digital detox.
We are developing a holistic Ayurvedic healing center and have minimal fieldwork at present. We invite volunteers to join us at our eco-village home for a retreat-like experience, reconnecting with nature and recharging your spirits. During your stay, you'll engage in activities like house-sitting, fish feeding, and spiritual practices, all while living in a serene, rural environment.
WORKING ARRANGEMENT
Key Tasks:
House-sitting and home garden care.
Farm activities, specifically fish feeding (January-April).
Participating in singing bowls and spiritual practices (varies with the lunar calendar).
You may also engage in digital collaboration, content creation, or fundraising based on your skills and interests. Your stay will include comfortable accommodations in our cozy retreat house, where you can prepare your meals.
What You'll Experience:
Cross-cultural exchange with local students.
Nature therapy in the Himalayan rivers and forests.
Forest sound healing and mindful tracking activities.
Supporting community resilience and coexistence with wildlife like tigers and snow leopards.
During your leisure time, explore the natural beauty of the Pokhara Valley, enjoy wild swimming, birdwatching, and guided trails. Engage in storytelling and cultural exchanges with locals, and help support our initiatives like wood-apple plantation projects.
Location & Accessibility: Our sanctuary is 35 minutes from the city center and 45 minutes from Pokhara Lakeside by car, with an alternative 25-minute walk via the Pokhara-Kathmandu Highway.
We invite you to join our community, contribute your skills, and leave a lasting impact by planting a seedling or sapling at our holistic healing center.
Together, let's inspire positive change and foster a deeper connection with nature.
LIVING ARRANGEMENT
You will get a house with furnished kitchen for farm stay! and 9 separate rooms.
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