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Contribute to our ranch community and discover a colonial town near Chiapas, Mexico

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Welcome to our equestrian guest ranch in San Isidro Chichihuistan, Chiapas, Mexico! Located just 1 hour outside the charming colonial town of San Cristóbal de las Casas, our ranch offers a unique retreat in the heart of nature.

    Nestled in a valley surrounded by pine and oak forests, our ranch is a peaceful oasis. Providing a truly immersive experience in nature. With 100 acres of pristine land creating an ideal environment for our horses to roam around freely.

    At our ranch, we believe in treating animals with respect and kindness. Our horses are trained with care to maintain their spirit and magic, ensuring that their well-being is always a top priority. We do not use any animals for consumption, focusing instead on creating a harmonious environment for both humans and animals alike.

    Our ranch is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering ample space for exploring, walking and relaxing, exhilarating horseback riding experiences, and the opportunity to observe a variety of bird species in their natural habitat.

    Our international family, consisting of Stephanie (FR), Zoe, and Cheyenne (MX, homeschooled), welcomes volunteers from around the world. We speak English, Spanish, and French, ensuring that everyone feels at home in our diverse and inclusive community.

    Come join us at our ranch and experience the beauty and tranquility of life in the Mexican countryside!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    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

    We are located in a small village, a farming community, the people are friendly and very approachable. We are off the touristic track, yet not too far from San Cristobal de Las Casas.

  • Help

    Help

    We are seeking willing, hardworking individuals to join us at our ranch! Experienced horseback riders are especially valuable to help keep our horses in top shape year-round.

    In addition to horse-related tasks, we also need help with general farm maintenance and horse care. When reaching out to us, please clearly indicate your level of horse riding experience and specify which tasks you are interested in assisting with.

    For those interested in helping with horse exercise, it's important to note that we have 11 horses on the ranch, ranging in age from 6 to 26 years old. Each horse has a different level of experience, but all require consistent training and riding in our schools and the forest.

    We look forward to welcoming passionate individuals who are eager to work hard, learn, and contribute to our ranch community!

    The minimum stay is 1 month but we are looking for people that would be interested to stay 6 months to 1 year.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Bunkhouse with kitchenette.
    Basic goods are provided for cooking. We have spare riding gear if needed.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Location: You can discover the colonial town of San Cristobal de las Casas where you will find a mix of natives and foreigners from all over the world. Great town for culture and party (20min cab / 150 pesos on dirt track from the ranch to nearest village then 35min collectivo 30 pesos - collectivos run regularly to and from San Cristobal, last collectivo back from town is at 6pm weekdays and 7pm Saturdays. Cab from San Cristobal to Ranch 400 pesos each way).

    Around San Cristobal are indigenous communities ( just 30 min out ) and further away ( 5 hours trip ) the jungle of Lacandona. 2 or 3 hours away in every directions you will find natural sites ( waterfall, lakes and rivers ). The public transportation will take you everywhere.

    Food: vegan diet (including eggs) provided. (please bring any herbs/ spices/ sauces you prefer for cooking. We provide the basics like oil, apple cider vinegar,salt, pepper, sugar).

    WiFi: the bunkhouse and surrounding outdoor area has a steady connection for basic use like texting and making phone calls however if you require a strong connection for anything work related an additional cost will be discussed.

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    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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