January 2026: Las Minas Agroforesta shared an interesting farm exchange in Uruguay in our slow travel volunteer Facebook community, and weâre happy to give it extra visibility here.Â
@lasminas.agroforesta is inviting volunteers to join them at @lasbandurrias.uy in the hills around Minas, Lavalleja Department, Uruguay. They describe a hands-on experience in agroecology, syntropic farming, composting, and simple bioconstruction, with a calm rural setting and a focus on learning by doing.
The routine shared is clear and reasonable for a work exchange: about 5 hours a day, Monday to Friday, with weekends free. Tasks can change with the season, but the hosts say you will be part of everyday farm life while also supporting longer-term projects.
What you may help with
Based on the hostâs message, volunteers may support:
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- Garden work, beds, planting and harvesting.
- Natural building and small bioconstruction projects.
- Chicken care and help around the site.
- Plant nursery support and seasonal tasks.
The hosts also mention they are open to additional skills and ideas, especially practical help that fits the farmâs rhythm and priorities.
What the host says is included
The host mentions a cozy yurt stay, hot showers, and an equipped kitchen. Lunch is provided on workdays (Monday to Friday). Volunteers are also welcome to harvest and eat produce from the organic garden. If you need breakfast and dinner included, ask how meals usually work in practice and what food costs you should budget for.
Location: near Ciudad de Minas, Lavalleja Department, Uruguay
Schedule (per host): about 5 hours/day, Monday to Friday, weekends free
Accommodation (per host): yurt stay, hot showers, equipped kitchen
Food (per host): lunch on workdays, garden produce availableHow to apply
Contact the hosts by Instagram DM and introduce yourself, your dates, and your relevant experience:
@lasminas.agroforesta
Also see: @lasbandurrias.uy
The host mentions accommodation and weekday lunch, but does not fully describe other meals or any extra costs. No participation fee is mentioned. Please confirm in writing what is included (meals, groceries, utilities) and whether there is any deposit or contribution. In particular, ask what is included beyond weekday lunch, if there are any shared costs (for example groceries, gas, or utilities), what the sleeping setup is like inside the yurt, and if there is reliable Wi-Fi if you need it. It is also worth confirming the start date flexibility and what a typical weekday looks like.
Original host message (as shared in our Facebook group)
ðŋ VOLUNTEER IN URUGUAY : Join @lasminas.agroforesta at @lasbandurrias.uy ðŋ
Are you looking for a hands-on experience in agroecology, syntropic farming, and bioconstruction? We are opening our doors to volunteers to join us in the beautiful hills of Minas, Uruguay!
âĻ Whatâs in it for you?
Unique Stay: Experience life in a cozy Yurt
Facilities: Hot showers and a equipped kitchen at your disposal
Farm-to-Table: Lunch is provided on workdays (MonâFri). Plus, you are welcome to harvest and eat anything fresh from our organic garden! ðĨð
Expertise: Learn from us! We run an agroecological site and a professional composting business.
ð ïļ What will we do?
Life on the farm is diverse and ever-changing. Youâll be helping us with:
The Garden: Managing beds, planting, and harvesting.
Bioconstruction: Working on sustainable building projects.
Animals: Taking care of our chickens.
Nursery: Helping out in our plant nursery.
Creativity: We are open to your unique skills! Whether it’s art, organizing, or new farm techniques, weâd love to hear your ideas.
âģ The Routine
Commitment: About 5 hours a day.
Schedule: Monday to Friday.
Weekends: Saturdays and Sundays are yours to rest, explore the surroundings, or just enjoy the peace of the countryside.
If you are hardworking, curious, and want to learn how to heal the soil while growing food, we want to meet you!
ðĐ Interested? Send us a DM telling us a bit about yourself and why you’d like to volunteer with @lasminas.agroforesta.
a Ciudad De Minas, dipartimento di Lavalleja, Uruguay.
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