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Ideally Minimum 3-4 weeks,
We are a couple Per- Italy (45s) with a 9 yrs child. we live in Cocachimba, Amazonas region in Peru (1800 masl, not jungle, just tropical Andes :)) We run a lodge with 3 cabins for guests. BUT 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:
- a person who teach basic English to children one hour per day from Mon to Thu , 4 days a week and yoga or streching to adults of the town, around 6-15 participants normally. So you need to give some time for your "workshops" preparation. Understandable Spanish required to communicate with locals
In the other 2 days and when needed (no more that 2-3 hours of volunterring dayly): helping hand at the lodge. Like gardening or small reparations or help at the kitchen is appreciated...ecc. Driving license could be useful.
So just around 6 hours per week for the children activitie (mandatory)s. and max. 9-10 hours per week with other help (flexible) .
we offer
Accommodation but not meals. Accomodation in small simple but furnished private room in a natural environment, all green , in front of Gocta waterfall ,bathroom and small kitchen, and basic breakfast ingredients (coffee, herbs from the garden, fruits from the garden, home made bread and jam, ecc) , a small room, ideally for one. For other meals at your own you can use the small kitchen and hotel kitchen only when free
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 know 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 4 cats, one of them is always around the volunteer house so is better if you dont mind having a cat visiting you.
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 Jaen (cajamarca) with Latam airlines (3h30 hours), 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
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 teach basic English to children one hour per day from Mon to Thu , 4 days a week and yoga or streching to adults of the town, around 6-15 participants normally. So you need to give some time for your "workshops" preparation. Understandable Spanish required to communicate with locals
In the other 2 days and when needed (no more that 2-3 hours of volunterring dayly): helping hand at the lodge. Like gardening or small reparations or help at the kitchen is appreciated...ecc. Driving license could be useful.
So just around 6 hours per week for the children activitie (mandatory)s. and max. 9-10 hours per week with other help (flexible) .
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
German: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
teaching English to local children. yoga or gym to locals
Accommodation
A Room with shared bathroom. In the room one bed. 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
Let see case by case.. we have space I think ...not sure
Can possibly accept pets
please ask , it depends, in the property we have dogs and cats.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
1 hours per day x 5 , flexible
