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Ecovolunteer on a farm in Sumatra
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Bio construction and permaculture on a farm in Sumatra. Experience a beautiful adventure in the heart of nature in North Sumatra, on a farm run by a German-Indonesian couple. All programs in Indonesia here
Bio construction and permaculture on a farm in Sumatra
North Sumatra is a province of Indonesia with a particularly rich biodiversity. The region is famous for Gunung Leuser National Park, home to a primary forest where orangutans still live in the wild. However, the region is under heavy anthropogenic pressure from palm oil monoculture, which impoverishes the soil and pollutes the rivers. The region's economic difficulties have also given rise to illegal activities such as poaching. Our partner Ibu Bumi Orangutan's mission is to study and protect the rainforest of North Sumatra through programs run in collaboration with local organizations.
Forest ecosystem restoration
Among these organizations is the Juma Coffee farm, located in Pamah Simelir, on the edge of Gunung Lauser National Park. This farm, created by a German-Indonesian couple, protects access to the national park to limit poaching, and is developing several activities such as soil regeneration, ecotourism, coffee cultivation... A large part of the property's 30 hectares is dedicated to restoring the forest ecosystem with its incredible biodiversity. The owners are in fact carrying out a reforestation program on plots that had been cleared for timber trees.
Permaculture development
In the non-wooded areas, activity is focused on the construction of terracotta houses and the development of permaculture.
With Martin and his wife Maria, you'll enjoy an unforgettable experience as you take part in the farm's various activities.
Eco-building, permaculture, education...
You'll share the life of a German-Indonesian couple on their farm, located on the edge of Gunung Lauser National Park, in the mountains at an altitude of 1,000 meters.
Every day, you'll take part in a variety of activities, including :
- Eco-construction;
- Reforestation of plots of land formerly used for mono-cropping palm oil;
- Support for organic coffee plantations;
- Teaching English to the local community;
- Installation of camera traps;
- Permaculture;
- Renewable energy...
The schedule varies according to the weather and the needs of the moment. Family-friendly activities
Dates
- 1 to 4 weeks
- All year round
Rates
- 1 week: €300
- 2 weeks: €500
- 3 weeks: €700
- 4 weeks: €900
Included in price
- Housing
- Food
- Project coordination by Ibu Bumi Orangutan
Not included in price
- Airline tickets
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- An unforgettable experience in the heart of nature!
- You'll learn permaculture and bio-construction techniques.
- Program open to families!
- Individual travellers aged 18 and over, families with children aged 7 and over welcome
- English: intermediate level
- Adapt easily to situations, Spartan living conditions and be self-sufficient. There's no electricity, but they have a generator that runs for 2 hours a day.
Accommodation and food
Volunteers sleep in accommodation provided by Martin and Maria. You will help prepare the food.
Clothing
Take clothing suitable for outdoor work.
First-aid kit
You'll be in an isolated environment. Don't hesitate to consult your GP before you leave.
Climate
Pamah Simelir's climate is hot during the day and cold at night, as it's at an altitude of 1,000 meters.
Arrival
You need to get to Pamah Simelir on your own. Take a flight to Medan. From Medan, you can take public or private transport. Martin will pick you up in Pamah Simelir, and from there you'll travel together by 4×4 to the farm.
The farm is located on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Every morning, you can see hornbills and hear white-handed gibbons. In your free time, you can hike in Gunung Leuser National Park.
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About the partner
Ibu Bumi orangutan is an NGO co-founded by Nora. Nora specializes in sustainable development and animal welfare. She has worked in veterinary development and wildlife protection programs in Paraguay, Spain, Africa and Sumatra. Ibu Bumi orangutan is dedicated to the sustainable development and conservation of Sumatra's wildlife. Since 2017, the organization, in partnership with local communities, has focused on the edges of Gunung Leuser National Park to prevent poaching and deforestation. Programs focus on various themes: educating children, developing permaculture, supporting livestock in conflict with predators, studying the Sumatran tiger, supporting the National Park, developing ecotourism. The wildlife study program focuses on primates, tigers and elephants. All missions with Ibu Bumi Orangutan
