Organic host farms around the world welcome travelers for short stays in exchange for light manual labor. Depending on the time of year, you may have no chores or you may spend four to six hours of your day picking strawberries or doing other tasks. Outside the WWOOF program, other farm stays are available around the world; search online for specific destinations. Camping can be a relatively inexpensive way to travel.
Campsites range from primitive, undeveloped sites where there may be only a pit toilet with no electricity hookup or running water, to dedicated campsites with full hookups (water, sewage,electric for RVs). Campsites are readily found throughout the Americas, Europe, and Africa, and while Asia is a bit light on the opportunities, camping in India is quite possible. Prices will range from free to upwards of $30 per night if you're staying at a facility with a pool, restaurant, and grocery store. Many countries, including Europe, New Zealand, and Australia, allow for informal camping, in which you can pitch your tent (perhaps in a field) as long as you attempt to seek permission from the nearest homeowners.
There are many places in the world, however, where I would feel more comfortable camping without companions. As a matter of fact, I've traveled around the United States and up the Alcan Highway to Alaska, staying in campgrounds without incidence. Campgrounds are usually located in remote areas, so you would need your own car to get there, or you would need to hike from a drop-off point, such as a bus stop.
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