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Learn new skills at our organic farm in the Andes near Cuenca, Ecuador

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    Small family farm dedicated to organic agriculture and the care of small animals.

    Pequeña finca familiar dedicada a la agricultura orgánica y el cuidado de animales menores.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Pets
    Farming
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Animals
    Nature
    Dancing
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    They will learn from organic agriculture, live in a natural and pure environment.
    Get to know our culture and traditions
    Experience the simple peasant life away from noise and it is stress of big cities

    Aprenderán de agricultura orgánica, vivir en un entorno natural y puro.
    Conocer nuestra cultura y tradiciones
    Experimentar la simple vida campesina lejos del ruido y es estrés de las grandes ciudades

  • Help

    Help

    -We need help with the garden, house cleaning and maintenance, fence repairs, chicken coop and barn construction, kitchen help, and animal care.
    Reforestation, planting native trees to prevent erosion and provide a home for birds and small animals.

    -Necesitamos ayuda en la huerta, limpieza y mantenimiento de la casa, reparación de cercas, construcción de gallinero y establo, ayuda en la cocina, ayuda en el cuidado de animales.
    Reforestando, sembrando arboles nativos para evitar la erosión y para que los pájaros y pequeños animales tengan un hogar.

  • Languages spoken

    Spanish: Fluent
    English: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Accommodation: Private bedroom for two people with a double bed.
    We do not live on the farm; due to work reasons, we must remain in Cuenca. You must be able to prepare your own meals. For this purpose, we have a kitchen and some basic ingredients such as rice, salt, sugar, dried beans, and vegetables. In case the garden is used to harvest palm oil, you must supplement your diet by bringing your own supplies. The town is very close, where you will find places that sell groceries or restaurants that sell lunch.
    We suggest bringing gloves to protect your hands, old work clothes, and rubber boots, which are cheap at the market.

    Alojamiento: dormitorio privado para dos personas cama matrimonial.
    Nosotros no vivimos en la finca, por razones de trabajo debemos permanecer en Cuenca, tu debes ser capaz de preparar tus propios alimentos, para lo cual cuentas con cocina y algunos ingredientes básicos para tu alimentación como arroz, sal, azúcar, granos secos, verduras en caso que la huerta este para cosechar aceite de palma debes completar tu dieta llevando tus propias provisiones, el pueblo esta muy cerca donde encuentras lugares donde venden víveres o restaurantes donde venden almuerzos.
    Sugerimos traer guantes para proteger tus manos, ropa vieja para trabajar, botas de caucho son baratos en el mercado.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We're located in the community of Quingeo, very close to the city of Cuenca, in the province of Azuay. To get there, take a bus (about $0.75) from the Mercado 27 de Febrero, on Ramírez Street.
    Located at the market, there are several buses daily. We welcome all travelers committed to learning, teaching, sharing, and helping. You can bring your favorite food to supplement your diet. We're not a good place for those looking for a bed in the dining room. The farm is a place for those looking to experience country life. We have internet access of 300 megabytes maximum.
    Xenophobia is not allowed.
    Homophobia is not allowed.
    Drugs are not allowed.


    Nos encontramos en la comunidad de Quingeo, muy cerca de la ciudad de Cuenca, en la provincia del Azuay. Para llegar, debe tomar un autobús (entre $0.75) desde el Mercado 27 de Febrero, calle Ramírez.
    Ubicado en el mercado, hay varios autobuses diarios. Bienvenidos todos los viajeros comprometidos con aprender, enseñar, compartir y ayudar. Puede traer su comida favorita para complementar su dieta. No somos un buen lugar para quienes buscan una cama en el comedor. La finca es un lugar para quienes buscan experimentar la vida en el campo. Contamos con internet de 300 megabytes como máximo.
    No se permite la xenofobia.
    No se permite la homofobia.
    No se permiten las drogas.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Internet 300 megas fibra óptica

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Dispones de espacio seguro para guardar tu caravana, conecion electrica 110 voltion, baño y ducha accesible, wifi

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    las mascotas son bienvenidas siempre que NO duerman dentro de la casa.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 249212843544

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