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Ideally 1 - 2 weeks
We are a couple Per- Italy with a 11 yrs child. we live in Cocachimba, Amazonas region in Peru (1800 masl, not jungle, just tropical Andes :)) We are right below the Gocta waterfall and in the middle of the Utcubamba valley. There are plenty of hikes you could do. Visits to waterfalls and caves. Chachapoyas archeological sites. we are located in a tiny town . Closer airport: 1 hour. closer bus station: 30 minutes. We run a lodge with 3 cabins for guests. We have set a space for children of the town , kind of small space with small forest and a cabin acting as a small public tiny library (Cabaña Mágica).
we look for:
- For May, a person who speaks French and be willing to help with home schooling for my 11 y old son in French (one hour per day ) , stay with him some evenings , oversee the lodge , then optional: and/or help with content for social media , gardening . ...around 3'4 hours per day , 5 days, flexible
we offer
Accommodation and 2 meals breakfast and lunch. Accomodation in small simple but furnished private room in a natural environment, all green , in front of Gocta waterfall we could consider two persons but ideally one. For other meals at your own you can use the small kitchen and hotel kitchen if avalable
We run this lodge since 2019 and live here in Cocachimba since 2016, we have 3 cabins that we rent to tourists and visitors from all around the world, we keep the property with the help of 3 persons who work here . We have also a green garden with some vegetables and also lots of fruit tress in process of growth or some already giving us their fruits :). We are in the upper part of Cocachimba town (220 inhabitants) The view of the Gocta waterfall (770 mts one of the biggest) is all over here. We are in the area known as the kingdom of the pre Inca civilisation: the Chachapoyas (lots of archeological sites around, like Kuelap, and specially stunning nature perfect for trekking of all levels) . We have 2 dogs and 3 cats int heir own area in general but better not be allergic to cats.
Closest bus station: Pedro Ruiz town (movil bus, or Civa bus) from Lima, Trujillo, Piura or Chiclayo
Closest airports: Chachapoyas with atsairlines.com (1hour) , or Tarapoto /Chiclayo (6-7 hours)
Carmen and Francesco
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
House sitting
Interests
Plant care
Carpentry
Books
Photography
Languages
Cooking & food
Animals
Charity work
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Culture
Self development
Farming
Beach
Camping
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Sailing / Boating
Hiking
Nature
Outdoor activities
Mountain
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
we are an Italian Peruvian couple, previously we lived in Lima, Italy and France. Here in Cocachimba you will exchange also with local people getting to know some of local culture and traditions (this is not Quechua, dont expect Cusco-like traditions). In this region lots of coffee cultivation, orchids, bird watching, waterfalls and Chachapoyas culture archeology. We are in the hearth of the Chachapoyas land (tropical Andes), average temperatures 14-26 degrees Celsius (not jungle, no vaccins needed, no dangerous mosquitos). With lots of archaeological sights, beautiful landscapes and birdwatching. We can offer experience in Peruvian culture and traditions, tourism orientation, lodge management, ecc.
We are right below the Gocta waterfall and in the middle of the Utcubamba valley. There are plenty of treks you could do. Visits to waterfalls and caves. Chachapoyas archeological sites. we are located in a tiny town . Closer airport: 1 hour. closer bus station: 30 minutes.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
-a person who speaks French for helping our son with his home schooling (1 hour per day), stay with him some evenings
In the other hours and when needed (no more that 2-3 hours of volunterring dayly): helping hand at the lodge. Like gardening or small reparations or web/ social media is appreciated...ecc.
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
German: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
reading workshops for children, teaching English or French to local children. yoga or gym to locals
Accommodation
A Room with shared bathroom (but private most of the time). In the room one bed or 2 single. The room is located in an independent part of the property with a small kitchen. Bathroom. .
What else ...
We are right below the Gocta waterfall and in the middle of the Utcubamba valley. There are plenty of hikes you could do. Visits to waterfalls and caves. Chachapoyas archeological sites. we are located in a tiny town . Closer airport: 1 hour. closer bus station: 30 minutes.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
we have a good wi fi connection in most areas of the property but not all . I also work online. But considering that we are in the Peruvian Andes it could happen that it slows down , or that it stops if there is a energy shut down , but is real not frequent at all. Is good anyway to have a cell phone with some data for back up if possible (claro and Bittel work well here)
Space for parking camper vans
please ask, we will see if possible
Can possibly accept pets
please ask , it depends, in the property we have dogs and cats.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
