Mixed Farm

Valparaíso

Wwoofer and friends. The natural construction in stones and mud is part of our work

41 reviews • Updated 2 months ago

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.

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 | 266.9 Acres

Accommodation

4+ WWOOFers

Bedroom

Campsite

Children not accepted

Pets not accepted

Meals

Omnivore

Vegetarian

Vegan

Length of stay

1-2 weeks

3-4 weeks

Over a month

Piero

Member since 2019

Languages spoken: English, Italian, Spanish Response rate: 93% Response time: typically within 3 days

December 2025

Open

Planned visit

Closed

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Valparaíso

Bus stop: Parada 1 ½ , Peñablanca, Villa Alemana. Or the Metro Peñablanca, Villa Alemana.

Reviews

Benjamin

United States • 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 • 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!!

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 • 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

Yeo-Re

United States • 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.

Rebecca

United States • July 2025

I stayed at 108 for about 2 1/2 weeks in June, and I loved every day of it! The hosts are very warm and welcoming. The work is varied and interesting - I got to work on a combination of art projects and miscellaneous maintenance tasks and daily chores. The location is beautiful. There was plenty of rest time on the weekends and in the evenings, and the hosts made an effort to invite me on outings and include me in the community. But my favorite part was being followed around by a group of big dogs all day! They were the sweetest! Time passed so quickly here.

Geraldine

France • April 2025

Il s'agissait de mon premier woofing et j'y suis restée 15 jours. Je ne pouvais pas espérer mieux comme première expérience, Padma et Piero sont super accueillants, et leurs proches très amicaux. Le travail est varié et la maison très agréable. Je recommande vivement ce woofing, particulièrement si vous aimez les animaux. J'espère avoir la chance d'y revenir un jour. Merci encore à Piero et Padma pour l'accueil !