Mixed Farm
Valparaíso
We are a multi-faceted ecological Project in 108 hectares of project plus 140 ones of native forest. In charge are Padma and Piero, two enhancers of environmental and personal ecology, along with other collaborators.
Padma is the founder of the Foundation 108, which began operations this year (2025). The farm itself is the center of its activities. Its goals are conservation, education, and research.
Lodgings available in the house. We have bedding, towels, sleeping bags, etc. There are electricity (100% off the grif), laundry, showers (watter from wells), hot water and dry composting toilet** (It is not a normal toilet. Please search on the internet what a dry composting toilet is, how to use it and how to maintain it.)
Support is expected in maintenance inside and outside the house, gardens and spaces, construction, carpentry, fences, afforestation, forestry, in projects as beekeeping, take care of the horses, dogs and chickens, and energy projects, irrigation, etc.
Also we practice Boabom arts, archery and blacksmith.
This is a quiet place that needs respect. No smoking. Our diet tends to be vegetarian, but not always, we are flexible. It works from Monday to Friday, 6:30 to 7 hours, between 9:30 a.m., lunch and rest, to continue in the afternoon to 18:00 p.m. (this varies a bit if it is winter or summer, or the work). Saturdays and Sundays free.
We have internet, access available.
There are many places to meet in free time, from beaches and cities to mountains and national park. The Wwoofers can also take workshops that are taught. To arrive from Santiago, take bus to Villa Alemana (prefer Pullman Bus line) and get off at Villa Alemana 1 ½ stop, agreeing to pick them up. Or the Metro Peñablanca.
Welcome!
Certifications: We are in the process of certification for the bee-keeping
Current projects:
• Maintenance, construction, garden, fences, forestry.
• Archery and Boabom classes, an Art of Defense and Meditation (US) www.bostonboabom.com
• Ecoproduct, Honey production, 100% natural.
• Farming, Organic Orchard for the house and Collonca chickens (Mapuche, native from Chile); we DO NOT eat them, only we use the eggs.
• Maintain and train horses.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Poultry farming
Beekeeping
Traditional crafts
Green Building
Mechanics / tools / technology
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Host type
Production farm
108
Hectares
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266.9
Acres
Piero
Member since 2019
Languages spoken:
English, Italian, Spanish
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Response rate: 100%
Response time: typically within 4 days
Valparaíso
Bus stop: Parada 1 ½ , Peñablanca, Villa Alemana. Or the Metro Peñablanca, Villa Alemana.
Reviews
Justine
Switzerland
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January 2026
It was my first woofing and it was really great! Piero and Padma are really great ✨ The place and the animals are also adorable! The work is quiet, I mainly drew and painted, helped in the kitchen and cleaning. I really enjoyed discovering a lot of things, like tango, horseriding, seeing how they do with the bees,...
In short, it was really good! Thank you so much :)
Reply from Piero
Thank you for all your help and good vibes, everyone here sends their regards: dogs, chickens, horses, birds, etc... :D Always welcome at Sanctuary 108
Olivia
Sweden
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January 2026
We looooved staying with Padma and Piero at 108!! It was our first time wwoofing at it set the standard and bar for future volonteering very high. We stayed little more than three weeks at 108. Our chores was simple: pruning trees protecting from wild fires, picking fruits, painting, taking care of all the animals (the 9 puppies will forever live in our hearts, and I am very sad we couldn’t adopt one), making lunch and helping with the mead/wax/honey production!! We had lots of free time for resting and playing ping pong or taking some nearby adventures. We felt very welcomed and they both always invited us to family BBQ, tango lessons, climbing and hiking! Super good family-vibes on this place and would wanna come back in the future 💓✌️
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Reply from Piero
Thank you both so much! You're a great couple. The dogs miss you a lot :D We wish you many wonderful adventures, and as you know, you're always welcome at Sanctuary 108
Benjamin
United States
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December 2025
Padma and Piero were amazingly warm and welcoming! I had a wonderful experience learning as well as making friends on the farm. Each day was filled with laughter and adventure. I am very thankful to have had this experience and I highly recommend!!
Reply from Piero
Thank you! For your vital help during a time of hard fieldwork. The forest will thank you, and all the animals of the 108, including humans : D hahaha... You know... if there's an end of the world, there's a refuge here. Sojammm!!
Ariadna
Spain
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December 2025
2 semanas compartiendo con Padma y Piero en Santuario Ecologico 108 y realmente nos encantó vivir en medio de cerros rodeados de animales y tranquilidad. Nos acogieron como en nuestra propia casa y es un sitio ideal donde se comparten experiencias, tips viajeros y muchas recetas! Pudimos hacer práctica de Boabom y arquería y pasamos unos dias realmente divertidos y únicos. Gracias por la tremenda hospitalidad, super recomendable!!
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Reply from Piero
Gracias a ti Ariadna y Martí! fueron de gran ayuda y una gran compañía. Esperamos que el destino nos reúna en el futuro. Siempre bienvenidos. Sojammm!!!
Gabriel
Australia
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October 2025
Padma and Piero offer a wonderful stay at Ecológico 108 and we would certainly visit again! Our two week stay felt too short as we easily settled into the comforts of their farm. They provide a great insight into sustainable living through their animal husbandry and waste management. The food was delicious and the company of our hosts and fellow volunteers was even better! Thank you Padma and Piero
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Yeo-Re
United States
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August 2025
Stayed for a week. Padma, Piero, and the rest of the team are good people. There are 6 dogs, 5 horses, and many chickens to feed. Walks with the dogs were lovely, and because there is a lot of land, a lot of exploring is possible. The work tended to be very flexible, and there was time to do my personal tasks/hobbies afterwards.
I would recommend for someone looking to get away to do a bit of a farm stay. Most of the work is in maintaining the area and reforestation. The team are all instructors of a martial art called Boabom, so if you are interested you can learn it as well.
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