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Horse Caretakers for Social Change

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1 - 12 veckor  ·  Ålder 18 - 50+
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Höjdpunkter

  • Witness the unique connection between kids and horses, in the stunning setting of a Lisbon park.
  • Meet other like-minded volunteers from all over the world.
  • Dive into the heart of the action, getting up close and personal with the horses.

Höjdpunkter

  • Witness the unique connection between kids and horses, in the stunning setting of a Lisbon park.
  • Meet other like-minded volunteers from all over the world.
  • Dive into the heart of the action, getting up close and personal with the horses.
  • Have fun in beautiful Lisbon.
  • Discover the wonders of the Portuguese Capital.
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    Särskilt lämplig för

    Ålder 18+
    Singlar
    Par
    Grupper

    Om programmet

    Join our program and help kids connect with horses in a beautiful park in Lisbon!

    The Horse Caretakers Program in Lisbon promotes inclusivity and community connection by providing free horseback riding lessons to underprivileged children and affordable access for others. Through hands-on horse care and facility support, volunteers help the project's staff create opportunities for ...

    Om programmet

    The Horse Caretakers Program in Lisbon promotes inclusivity and community connection by providing free horseback riding lessons to underprivileged children and affordable access for others. Through hands-on horse care and facility support, volunteers help the project's staff create opportunities for children to build confidence, develop life skills, and connect with nature, fostering positive social change.

    Make an Impact: Provide children with access to horseback riding and support a community-focused nonprofit.

    Gain Experience: Develop skills in horse care, facility maintenance, and lesson support.

    Cultural Immersion: Experience life in Lisbon while making a positive difference in the community.

    What to Expect:

    Hands-On Horse Care: Groom, feed, and saddle horses.
    Facility Maintenance: Help maintain the facility by cleaning beds and paddocks, gardening, and fixing structures like fences.
    Lesson Assistance: Support staff during weekly horseback riding lessons.

    Typisk dag

    A Typical day would be:

    After the initial orientation, you will have a morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating in. A typical morning schedule is ...

    Typisk dag

    A Typical day would be:

    After the initial orientation, you will have a morning or afternoon shift at your placement and will work for approximately 3 to 5 hours per day. Please note that start times and daily workload depends on the project that you are participating in. A typical morning schedule is as follows:

    08:00 | Breakfast begins at Impact Beach House, available until 10 am
    10:15 | Travel to placement to join local placement staff and begin work on your project (if morning shift)                                                                     
    13:00 |  Lunch is served at the accommodation or take-away if you want to go somewhere else                                
    14:30 | Enjoy your free afternoon as you wish or to attend Portuguese languages lessons 
    19:00 | Dinner at the volunteers' accommodation with the other volunteers. After dinner, you will have the remainder of the evening free to relax and use as you wish

    Please note that the actual schedule can change according to the shifts volunteers participate in.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Explore Lisbon, a city of contrasts, where historic charm meets modern vibrancy, offering endless adventures from mountains to beaches!

    Enjoy climbing in Arrábida, festivals all around the summer, diving in Peniche, Hiking in Monsanto, visit some of the best museums in Europe in Lisbon and Porto, ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Explore Lisbon, a city of contrasts, where historic charm meets modern vibrancy, offering endless adventures from mountains to beaches!

    Enjoy climbing in Arrábida, festivals all around the summer, diving in Peniche, Hiking in Monsanto, visit some of the best museums in Europe in Lisbon and Porto, join for a Horse ride at the beach (like in the movies!), visit the fantastic zoo in the Capital, join a great variety of sports at your choice, enjoy swimming and water sports at the pool or at the beach (warning: the water is cold) and participate in yoga classes in relaxing places.

    We are here to make your leisure time in Lisbon truly unforgettable – a journey of discovery, excitement, relaxation and sustainable and responsible traveling awaits!

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimiålder: 18 år

    För att kunna delta i programmet måste du vara minst 18 år gammal på programmets startdatum. Det kan finnas undantag om du kan visa upp tillstånd från din(a) vårdnadshavare eller om du åtföljs av dina föräldrar.

    Språkfärdigheter

    Du måste tala Engelska (grundnivå)

    Utbildningskrav

    på High school nivå

    Kontroll av kriminell bakgrund

    krävs

    Begränsningar av nationalitet

    Inga begränsningar. Hjälpande händer från hela världen är välkomna.

    Tidsåtgång

    Din hjälp kommer att behövas på Måndag, Tisdag, Onsdag, Torsdag och Fredag från 09:00 - 13:00

    Vad som ingår

    Vad som ingår

    Tjänster på plats

    What’s included?


    • Pick up at the international airport in Lisbon & transfer to the accommodation - on Sunday 

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on our face! :)

    If you arrive prior to the Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    • Accommodation at a dormitory at an impactful hostel (female dormitory, or mixed dormitory)
    • Three meals a day every day: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Local style. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and meals for lactose-intolerant are also available upon request)
    • Shared use of a common room, outdoor area, garden, and free WIFI
    • Orientation event on arrival (including an introduction to Portugal and culture, volunteer experience, an overview of programs, practical information, safety guidelines)
    • SIM card
    • Guided city tour
    • The best tips to discover the city!
    • Allocation and coordination of a work placement in an impactful non-profit project
    • Introduction on the first day of volunteering
    • Ongoing support throughout the stay
    • 24h/7 emergency support
    • Limited coverage civil liability insurance.

    Hämtning på flygplatsen på Lisbon Portela Airport

    On Sunday, the ImpacTrip team will be at the airport waiting for you with a big sign and a smile on their face! :)

    If you arrive prior to Sunday, you will still be able to receive an airport pickup and our team can transport you to the accommodation, but you will need to pay an extra fee for this service.

    We will reach out to you by WhatsApp a few days before your start date to connect :)

    Boende

    Impact Beach House is a Hostel by the beach in Estoril, dedicated to Climate Action with a special focus on Ocean Conservation and Circular Economy.
    All the decoration of IBH is second hand or upcycled. Each object has its own story and is another step forward in our sustainability journey.

    Important notes about the accommodation:

    • Estoril is a beach town, a 30 min train ride from Lisbon city centre!

    • The hostel is a 5 min walk from the train station

    • It has dormitory-style rooms accommodating from 6-14 participants (single gender) and private rooms (available for upgrades upon request. 

    • Bathrooms are shared

    • Wi-fi is freely available in the hostel (and of course in many cafe's and restaurants)

    • There are big common areas to relax and meet other people from all over the world!

    Our dream is to inspire all travellers to embark on this sustainability journey with us and become "Changemakers"!


    Mat och Dryck

    • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included on the program fees. 

      • Lunch and Dinner will include local staples such as fish and chicken, as well as rice, pasta, vegetables and salad.

      • The meals are prepared daily by professional cooks who use fresh local ingredients to offer volunteers the best of typical Portuguese dishes

      Portuguese food is delicious and during your time, you will be sure to receive some incredible treats.

      • Volunteers will have access to a shared kitchen that they can use to cook!
      • Breakfast is self-served at the accommodation and generally includes tea, coffee, bread, cheese, ham, spreads, cereal, yogurt and fruit

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    Vad ingår INTE?

    Vad ingår INTE?

    Flygbiljetter

    Den närmaste flygplatsen är Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) i Lisbon. Vi hjälper dig att hitta billiga flyg till Portugal. HITTA BILLIGA FLYG

    Reseförsäkring

    Att resa utomlands är ett äventyr och det är alltid bäst att vara förberedd. Plötslig sjukdom eller skada, avbokning eller stöld - en reseförsäkring för Portugal ger trygghet och är ett plus att ha. FÅ ETT PRISFÖRSLAG

    Vacciner

    Om du har för avsikt att arbeta som volontär i Portugal bör du söka medicinsk rådgivning innan du börjar din sociala resa. Kontrollera vilka vaccinationer som krävs för Portugal. KONTROLL AV VACCIN

    Detaljer vid ankomsten

    This program starts every Sunday.

    Tillgänglighet
    Jan Febr Mars Apr Maj Jun Jul Aug Sept Okt Nov Dec

    Pris för programmet

    $911 per vecka 1 - 12 veckor Ålder 18 - 50+

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    Varaktighet

    1 - 12 veckor

    Deposition

    Boka din plats med bara några klick och en liten, säker deposition. Du kan betala med kreditkort, PayPal eller andra smidiga metoder.

    Slutbetalning

    Du kommer överens om den slutliga betalningsmetoden med din lokala organisation under ansökningsprocessen. Denna slutbetalning förfaller först närmare resans början.

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    I ended up staying in the program for a week. I loved working with the cats and the people there, who were all really sweet. The program ...
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    I recommend this experience to absolutely anyone, it was the best of my life. The first week my placement was in a Skatepark in Cascais, so ...
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    2024
    Stayed 2 weeks in October 2024. Warm welcomed by a dynamic and enthusiastic team. Clear and detailed information provided. Good location, ...
    Eliane BURLAC

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    2024
    This stay in Barcelona was amazing. To be able to discover a city and to work at the same time is a great thing for me. I worked in a cat ...

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