Family farm

Espírito Santo

34 reviews • Updated 11 months ago

The property is located in the rural region of Divino de Sao Lourenco, a tourist region that is situated next to the natural park of Caparao with many beautiful waterfalls, hundreds of hiking and cycling trails and the best coffee of Brazil that’s plant here in small scales. Part of the property is inside of the natural park and encompasses a nursery of native tree seedlings of the rain forest (Atlantic forest) ecosystem. I am streetartist (Instagram: Marombarts), passionate world traveler and cook, storyteller and organic gardener (permaculture). I have lived on this property with at about 36 hectares for 20 years and I managed to reforest a large part of it by planting coffee inside the forest with the help of my wife and people who come to visit me. Cultural exchange and learning opportunities + Learn about coffee plantation in the forest and Agrofloresting; + Enjoy meet locals; + Learn portuguese language; + Learn about the local culture; + Learn about streetarts, + Enjoy nature trails and waterfalls; + Enjoy eating and cooking tradition meal; + And much more like some skill of gardening in the forest, Brazilian cooking recipes, unconventional food plants, Bioconstruction, etc... We need help with: several maintenance and cultivation activities, including: collecting native seeds in the native forests; sowing; seedling pickling and potting; monitoring the growth of the seedlings; planting activities in forest fragmentsproduction of native species conservation and food for subsistence planting and maintenance organic coffee, plant trees, bioconstruction project, etc... The accommodation is in a charming house with 3 guestbeds beds in one shared room with reliable internet connection and very calm places for online work. The house is surrounded by rain forest with fruit trees and a breath taking view. We have a library with many books in Portuguese, German an English. In 3 km you can find a village (Patrimonio da Penha) with supermarkets, restaurants, bars and a health center. The next beach is 3 hours by car. We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner (help with preparation and cleaning of the kitchen is welcome) in return, we expect volunteers to give us an average of 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, of their time to help. We can provide vegetarian and vegan diets. If you need more information, please don't hesitate to ask. Looking forward to hearing from you! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx A propriedade está localizada na região rural de Divino de São Lourenço, região turística que fica situada proximo do parque nacional do Caparao com muitas belas cachoeiras, centenas de trilhas para caminhadas e ciclismo e o melhor café do Brasil que é plantado aqui em pequenas escalas . Parte da propriedade está dentro do parque nacional e abriga um viveiro de mudas de árvores nativas do ecossistema de mata atlântica. Sou artista de rua (Instagram: Marombarts) e jardineiro orgânico (permacultura), amo viajar e cozinhar enquanto isso adoro contar minhas aventuras. Vivo nesta propriedade com cerca de 36 hectares há 20 anos e consegui reflorestar grande parte dela plantando café dentro da floresta com a ajuda da minha esposa e pessoas que vêm me visitar. Intercâmbio cultural e oportunidades de aprendizado: + Conheça o plantio de café na floresta e sobre agroflorescimento; + Aproveite para conhecer a cultura local; + Aprenda a língua portuguesa; + Aprenda sobre streetarts, + Desfrute de trilhas ecológicas e cachoeiras; + Desfrute de comer e cozinhar refeição tradicional; + E muito mais como alguma habilidades de agrofloresta, receitas da culinária brasileira, plantas alimentícias não convencionais (PANCS), Bioconstrução, etc... Precisamos de ajuda com: diversas atividades de manutenção e cultivo, incluindo: coleta de sementes nativas; producao e transplante de mudas; atividades de plantio em fragmentos florestais (Agroflorestar), produção de espécies nativas, plantio e preparo de canteiros para alimentação pessoal, producao e manutenção de café orgânico, bioconstrução, etc... A acomodação fica em uma charmosa casa com 3 camas de hóspedes em um quarto privativo com conexão de internet confiável e locais bem tranquilos para trabalho online. A casa é cercada por floresta tropical com árvores frutíferas e uma vista de tirar o fôlego. Temos uma biblioteca com muitos livros em português, alemão e inglês. A 3 km existe uma vila (Patrimonio da Penha) com supermercados, restaurantes, bares e um posto de saúde. A próxima praia fica a 3 horas de carro. Oferecemos café da manhã, almoço e jantar (ajuda na preparação e limpeza da cozinha é bem-vinda) em troca, esperamos que os voluntários nos deem uma média de 4 horas por dia, 5 dias por semana, do seu tempo para ajudar. Podemos oferecer dietas vegetarianas e veganas. Se precisar de mais informações, não hesite em perguntar. Feliz em receber v

Learning opportunities

Vegetable farming

Fruit or nut farming

Raising of other farm animals

Forestry

Beekeeping

Flower farming

Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas

Seed saving or production

Traditional crafts

Food justice / sovereignty

Methods or systems

Biodynamic agriculture

Holistic management

Permaculture

Host type

Self-sufficiency property

14.6 Hectares | 36 Acres

Accommodation

3 WWOOFers

Bedroom

Campsite

Children accepted

Pets accepted

Meals

Omnivore

Vegetarian

Vegan

Length of stay

1-2 weeks

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Over a month

Jose Geraldo

Member since 2022

Languages spoken: English, Portuguese

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Espírito Santo

Reviews

Marisa

Switzerland • November 2025

Thank you so much, Maromba! I can recommend this place to anyone who is willing to put in a lot of energy to gain many wonderful memories of this amazing place. The time I spent with Maromba at the foot of the national park was absolutely idyllic for me! It was so educational, meaningful, balanced, varied and also adventurous. From the very beginning, I felt welcome and useful. We really had a cultural exchange and Maromba took so much time to answer all my questions about nature and wildlife. He is an absolutely fabulous chef, especially when it comes to Brazilian dishes made with local ingredients. There is so much to discover in the surrounding area! Countless waterfalls and pools in the rivers to swim in, a village (only 5-10 minutes away by bike) with lots of small cafés, restaurants and shops and open-hearted, wonderful people. I was invited by the people in the village to join in activities (despite my very limited knowledge of Portuguese)! I wish you all the best, Maromba, and I would love to come back to your place to learn even more about nature and life.

Reply from Jose Geraldo

Hallo Mari,hope you are doing good!! I have to say tanks to you!!it was a very special and super good time with you here!!come back to my place anytime!!!you are always welcome here!!big hug to you,and I which you all good!!!!!

Josuel

United States • May 2025

Marombas place was my first stop in Brasil and it will be one i remember for the rest of life. It was my first wwoofing experience and i wouldnt have asked for it to be another way. Maromba himself is the most interesting people i’ve met in my entire life and traveling to meet him and volunteer on his property is well worth the journey. Please come to his property only in the case of you want to want to work hard and give back because marombas knowledge is worth well more than anything you could receive. Maromba big hug big love and i’ll always be grateful for the experience i was gifted

Hedda

Norway • April 2025

We are so grateful that we went to Maromba`s beautiful farm. We had the absolute best time. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with kindness and open arms. The work was rewarding and varied – we learned so much about sustainable and organic farming and local plants. But what made the experience truly unforgettable were the people. We made amazing friends, both fellow volunteers and the hosts: Maromba and Merlijn, and felt like we became part of a community. If you're looking for an authentic, heartwarming, and transformative WOOFING experience, we couldn't recommend this place more highly.

Tamara

Canada • March 2025

I consider myself privileged and lucky to have been accepted to stay and work and learn at this Sitio. Maromba, the host, is an amazing human who truly enjoys sharing his wast knoledge of permaculture, agroforestry, biodiversity of the region, survival skills and simple living, but also deep understanding of human nature and stories of his colorful life. He is very respectful and understanding and is doing his best to accomodate people's needs and make the stay at his Sitio the best experience. The workload on the Sitio varies, due to weather conditions and season of the year. It's a slow pace environment, as everything gets done with the flow of nature. If you expect a firm structure or schedule, this is not the best place for you. It requires of a woofer to be adaptable, sometimes proactive, always creative and respectful. It also requires of a woofer to be mentaly prepared to enjoy an absolute stunning surroundings, the best sunrises and incredible sunsets, fresh rivers and waterfalls, Maromba's amazing weekday lunches, friendly neighbours, a few cats and dogs, a game of carrom, learning about 726 names and uses of the local plants, how to make a compost lasagne and rost coffee, and share all that with a couple of other people that might become your forever friends.

Marte

Norway • February 2025

I had far too short a time at Marombas, but the time I had there was wonderfully memorable! Maromba is a man full of stories and care for those around him. He eagerly shares his knowledge of nature, his place and other life skills. Incredible cook. Always a good atmosphere. The place offers a rich and beautiful biodiversity that was fantastic to experience. It was also a place to make new friends and I highly recommend it!

Oliver Edvard Talgø

Norway • December 2024

What an incredible time and unforgettable experience! I spent close to four weeks at Maromba’s farm, and it was everything I hoped for when I signed up for WWOOF. Maromba is a man of great respect, profound knowledge, and rich life experience. His wisdom and approach to farming and life left a lasting impression on me. Thank you for the hospitality, guidance, and the many lessons I’ll carry with me. Gratidão, valeu!