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We are a family living about an hour and a half from Quito, in a small, quiet town called Tulipe, surrounded by nature and unique biodiversity. Our home is located within the Andean Chocó, a protected area renowned for its immense ecological richness.
We are driven by a very clear mission: water protection and forest conservation. As a family, we are deeply committed to caring for this land, promoting sustainable practices and a respectful relationship with the natural environment.
We seek to share this lifestyle with people interested in nature, conservation, and mutual learning, creating a space for meaningful and mindful exchange.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Interests
Sustainability
Farming
Charity work
Plant care
DIY & crafts
Gardening
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Dancing
Nature
Outdoor activities
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
With us you can experience the farm life and be more in contact with the nature, the people here have very different expertises and you can learn from us the same way we want to learn from you.
Help
The help we need is mainly related to the day-to-day tasks on the farm. This includes tending the vegetable garden and flower beds, as well as maintaining the paths and houses.
You can also be part of our reforestation project by helping to plant native trees and by monitoring and caring for the trees that have already been planted. This is a very important aspect for us, as it directly contributes to the conservation of the forest and water resources in the area.
We especially value people with an interest in nature and outdoor work.
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
German: Intermediate
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You would stay at our volunteer house, where you'll have a private room and a shared bathroom
What else ...
In your time off you can visit the near towns such as Mindo, Pacto, Puerto Quito and we are one hour and a half away from Quito. In the surroundings we have a lot of waterfalls and rivers.
Sebas y Maya are two (38 and 23 years old) young members of our community and with them you can travel and go for a climb
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Noa
Host ref number: 381478862136
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27 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes)
Johannes es un gran ser humano, con mucha energía y siempre colaborador nos ha ayudado muchísimo con el trabajo que hacemos en la finca. Su siempre con buena actitud, su gran sonrisa y animo, nos ha motivado para seguir adelante con el proyecto.
(Excellent
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23 Mar 2026
Left by Workawayer (Johannes) for host
I had an amazing experience there! I originally planned to stay for two weeks but ended up staying much longer (6weeks) because I enjoyed it so much. Mauricio and Jenny are incredibly friendly and kind, and they made me feel welcome from the very beginning. The work is easy and fair, and the place itself is absolutely beautiful. I’m really… read more
16 Jan 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
Emily es una gran colaboradora. Muy responsable y que se adapta con mucha facilidad. Su carisma es increíble, sus postres insuperables. Realmente la extrañamos y esperamos su regreso
(Excellent
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13 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I can’t recommend this workaway more highly - while I planned to stay for three weeks, I found myself there for two and a half months. Jenny and Mauricio have built a beautiful space, and I learned a lot about sustainable living, appreciating nature, and making a difference.
The work was varied, well-explained and enjoyable; planting trees,… read more
The work was varied, well-explained and enjoyable; planting trees,… read more
30 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Natsumi)
Natsumi es una persona increíble, gran colaboradora y con un Li do carácter. Siempre será bienvenida
(Excellent
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26 Aug 2025
Left by Workawayer (Natsumi) for host
My Workaway experience with Jenny and Mauricio was spectacular. They are two of the kindest and most open-minded people I’ve ever met. Despite my last-minute request, they welcomed me with open arms.
During my stay, I had the chance to take part in their reforestation project and help plant beans. One of my favorite memories was peeling coffee… read more
During my stay, I had the chance to take part in their reforestation project and help plant beans. One of my favorite memories was peeling coffee… read more
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27 Mar 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes)
Johannes es un gran ser humano, con mucha energía y siempre colaborador nos ha ayudado muchísimo con el trabajo que hacemos en la finca. Su siempre con buena actitud, su gran sonrisa y animo, nos ha motivado para seguir adelante con el proyecto.
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2026
Left by Workawayer (Johannes) for host
I had an amazing experience there! I originally planned to stay for two weeks but ended up staying much longer (6weeks) because I enjoyed it so much. Mauricio and Jenny are incredibly friendly and kind, and they made me feel welcome from the very beginning. The work is easy and fair, and the place itself is absolutely beautiful. I’m really… read more
16 Jan 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
Emily es una gran colaboradora. Muy responsable y que se adapta con mucha facilidad. Su carisma es increíble, sus postres insuperables. Realmente la extrañamos y esperamos su regreso
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I can’t recommend this workaway more highly - while I planned to stay for three weeks, I found myself there for two and a half months. Jenny and Mauricio have built a beautiful space, and I learned a lot about sustainable living, appreciating nature, and making a difference.
The work was varied, well-explained and enjoyable; planting trees,… read more
The work was varied, well-explained and enjoyable; planting trees,… read more
30 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Natsumi)
Natsumi es una persona increíble, gran colaboradora y con un Li do carácter. Siempre será bienvenida
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2025
Left by Workawayer (Natsumi) for host
My Workaway experience with Jenny and Mauricio was spectacular. They are two of the kindest and most open-minded people I’ve ever met. Despite my last-minute request, they welcomed me with open arms.
During my stay, I had the chance to take part in their reforestation project and help plant beans. One of my favorite memories was peeling coffee… read more
During my stay, I had the chance to take part in their reforestation project and help plant beans. One of my favorite memories was peeling coffee… read more
30 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Federica & Oscar)
Federica y Oscar son unos grandes, seres humanos. Les agradecemos mucho su colaboración en la finca. Realmente tienen un gran espíritu y ganas de aprender. Siempre serán bienvenidos
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2025
Left by Workawayer (Federica & Oscar) for host
Abbiamo trascorso un soggiorno fantastico nella finca di Jenny e Mauricio. Due persone molto disponibili, accoglienti e che conoscono molto bene l'Ecuador. Ci hanno infatti dato molti consigli sui posti da visitare dandoci l'opportunità di viaggiare oltre che lavorare.
Il lavoro si svolgeva al mattino, dopo una buona colazione preparata da… read more
Il lavoro si svolgeva al mattino, dopo una buona colazione preparata da… read more
11 Nov 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabian)
Fabián ha sido un gran colaborador. Sus aportes en este proyecto son invslorables. Siempre con la mejor disposición, con mucho ánimo, un gran ser humano. Nos faltarían palabras para describir a Fabián, siempre con la mejor actitud, su estadía en la finca ha significado también transformación de vida.. Muchísimas gracias por todo el apoyo. Y… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Fabian) for host
my staying at the farm was basically indescribable. I came for a week and ended up staying for over 4 months. Everybody there is unbelievably nice. I enjoyed the calm there so much, the tasks changed everyday and the food Mauricio and Jenny provided was always amazing! Guys if you're looking for the best workaway you can find you have to come to… read more
8 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (BellaTravels) for host
It’s been a looong while friends! Now back on Workaway so I just have to share this:) Back in 2022/23 I ended up spending months at this magical place with this bunch of wonderful people! Such a blessing! It’s been my bestest Workaway experience! Mauri is the most gentle, kind-hearted and accommodating host – really all family & friends have been… read more
24 Aug 2025
Left by Workawayer (Isabella) for host
Yesterday I left the tranquil and beautiful Rancho Palma Real. I spent 3 weeks there and was treated very well by Jenny and Mauricio, who provided accommodation and plenty of food and coffee. They are both extremely passionate about the local area, conserving the water source and reforesting their land and the local area - they both taught me a… read more
14 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Noelia & Jorge) for host
Vamos un poco tarde con el comentario pero mejor tarde que nunca!
Estuvimos casi un mes allí como voluntarios, desde el 16 de Junio hasta el 12 de Julio.
El proyecto es liderado por Jenny y Mauricio. De vecinos tienen a Sebas y Marianela, y la familia de Pamela, quién se unió a nosotros como voluntaria. También cuentan con la ayuda de Lucho,… read more
Estuvimos casi un mes allí como voluntarios, desde el 16 de Junio hasta el 12 de Julio.
El proyecto es liderado por Jenny y Mauricio. De vecinos tienen a Sebas y Marianela, y la familia de Pamela, quién se unió a nosotros como voluntaria. También cuentan con la ayuda de Lucho,… read more
4 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephen)
Stephen, una persona de gran corazón, muy responsable y un gran colaborador. Realmente un gran amigo que sabe que acá siempre será bien recibido. Muchas gracias todo tu apoyo.
(Excellent)
31 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stephen) for host
Hands-down, THE best Workaway so far, after almost 2 years travelling through Ecuador. Mauricio, Jenny, and everyone at Rancho Palma Real are great people, very friendly, helpful, and have a great vibe.
I spent more than three months at the Finca, doing a lot of different things - landscaping, gardening, cleaning/prepping/painting many items in… read more
I spent more than three months at the Finca, doing a lot of different things - landscaping, gardening, cleaning/prepping/painting many items in… read more
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rie Friis & Christian Blem)
Christian es una persona increíble, atento, amable, trabajador. Un gran colaborador. Su personalidad ayuda a un trato agradable. Es muy comprometido con el trabajo y su apoyo ha sido muy importante para nuestro proyecto. Muchas gracias Chris. No olvides que acá tienes tu casa en Ecuador.
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rie Friis & Christian Blem) for host
Staying at Rancho Palma Real near Tulipe, Ecuador, was an unforgettable experience. Mauricio, Jenny, and everyone else who lives on the property are some of the kindest, most genuine people I’ve ever met. Working alongside them was not only enjoyable but also truly inspiring. Their warmth and passion made this experience very special for me.
The… read more
The… read more
30 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clayton) for host
This family is so much fun. Mauricio would keep us entertained with cards games, while you watch hummingbirds fly around you in this tropical paradise. — Late afternoons with Malta (another volunteer) playing guitar and baking cakes. — One morning we worked hard with the soil and I got a blister, Mauricio told me to come and we found ourselves at… read more
13 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Isaiah) for host
Staying on this beautiful farm in Tulipe was an amazing experience. A week here was too short and would've definitely loved to have stayed longer. Mauricio and Jenny, with the help of their family, have created an amazing place. I enjoyed our meals together and the card game in the evenings, as well as the karaoke and the many chats with Mauricio… read more
14 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Malte) for host
Planeé quedarme 1 mes en el campo de Jennys y Mauricios y terminé quedándome 8 meses por lo cómoda que me sentí allí.
Todos en el rancho son muy amables y divertidos. Me hice amigo de cada uno de ellos y me siento como si tuviera una nueva familia en Ecuador ahora.
Mauricio es el jefe de cocina y suele preparar las comidas, que siempre son… read more
Todos en el rancho son muy amables y divertidos. Me hice amigo de cada uno de ellos y me siento como si tuviera una nueva familia en Ecuador ahora.
Mauricio es el jefe de cocina y suele preparar las comidas, que siempre son… read more
3 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Toon) for host
This was really a cultural experience and beyond my expectations! I stayed for two weeks at the finca and from the moment I arrived I felt part of the family. The finca is located quite remote from the village, but you are surrounded by beautiful nature. You can witness a large variety of native animal species, like hummingbirds.
The atmosphere… read more
The atmosphere… read more
17 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ivo Michael) for host
I had three amazing weeks with Mauricio, Jenny, Lucho and the rest of the family. I can totally recommend it to others who want to have an immersive cultural experience. The accomodation is a private room with shared bathrooms between the other volunteers. Everyday Mauricio cooked delicious ecuadorian food for us and other times we, the… read more
6 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host
Tuve un estado muy chévere en la finca de Jenny y Mauricio🙌
Me sentí cómodo inmediatamente, y disfruté mucho de las fiestas de navidad y año nuevo. Para mí estaba una oportunidad única de pasar estas fechas con una familia Ecuatoriana, era muy diferente de lo que conocí de mi familia. Me encantaba el ambiente relajado sin reglas y también pasar… read more
Me sentí cómodo inmediatamente, y disfruté mucho de las fiestas de navidad y año nuevo. Para mí estaba una oportunidad única de pasar estas fechas con una familia Ecuatoriana, era muy diferente de lo que conocí de mi familia. Me encantaba el ambiente relajado sin reglas y también pasar… read more
4 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lilo) for host
I spend two weeks in Tulipe and I had from start to finish an amazing time.
The communication before I arrived was super easy, fast and uncomplicated.
I felt like a part of the family, tried delicious food, played a lot of cards, cuddled with the dogs and learned a tiny bit of salsa.
Overall it was a really nice experience at a very beautiful… read more
The communication before I arrived was super easy, fast and uncomplicated.
I felt like a part of the family, tried delicious food, played a lot of cards, cuddled with the dogs and learned a tiny bit of salsa.
Overall it was a really nice experience at a very beautiful… read more
22 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Pere) for host
Este lugar es maravilloso, rodeado de naturaleza, paz y tranquilidad. Mauricio y Jenny me han acogido como a un hijo y me han tratado muy bien. Tenía pensado quedarme unas tres semanas y la final me quedé un mes y medio. El trabajo es bastante simple, aunque a veces un poco duro, pero en general nunca durava más de 3 horas diarias. Entre los… read more
29 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Giulia) for host
Desde el primer contacto, Mauricio me ha dado máxima disponibilidad con todas mis preguntas y con cualquiera información necesitaba, y en un solo día organizé mi estadía. Aunque pude estar solo una semana, desde el principio Mauricio y Jenny me hicieron sentir parte de la casa y de la familia de verdad. Hemos compartido muchos momentos de cocina,… read more
28 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tais) for host
Estuve prácticamente un mes en el rancho y estuve muy cómoda, de los pocos lugares en los que he estado como voluntaria que brinda tres comidas, una habitación privada con áreas compartidas, una ducha con agua caliente e intercambio de idiomas con español. Hermoso lugar. para quienes gustan de la naturaleza y alejados de la gran ciudad, excelente… read more
3 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Muriel) for host
There is really nothing I disliked about this workaway and it is hard to put the experience into words. Saying it was an amazing time, in an amazing place with wonderful people would be the best way to describe it shortly, but it's also not giving a lot of information. So I am just going to list, in no particular order, some random things I liked… read more
19 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (LISA & Marion) for host
Me quedo 2 semanas con Mauricio, Jenny, Marianela, y Sebastien, fue 2 semanas perfectas. Estaba trabajando durante la manaña y descansando durante la tarde. El trabajo fue diversificado y por supuesto en relación con la naturaleza.
Tambien mis días estaban ritmos con juegos de cartas muy animados y descubrimiento de varias especialidas… read more
Tambien mis días estaban ritmos con juegos de cartas muy animados y descubrimiento de varias especialidas… read more
11 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed with Mauricio and Jenny for around three weeks in February 2023. Tulipe is such a magical place (although it rained buckets while I was there!) and I learned a lot about Ecuadorean culture, tradition, people, etc. It was also a wonderful opportunity to learn Spanish, and although I was a bit shy at first, I became able to communicate the… read more
6 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luc & Elliot) for host
Staying with Mauricio and Jenny was the greatest thing that could have happened to us. We learned more and had more novel experiences than we ever could have anticipated and I think we both shed a few tears. Although we only stayed two weeks, we felt like part of the family by the time we left.
We spoke only in spanish so our language ability… read more
We spoke only in spanish so our language ability… read more
9 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Verónica) for host
Qué hogar tan cálido y amigable tiene la finca de Mauricio y Jenny! Desde el momento en que llegas, se siente una conexión profunda y silenciosa con el sonido de la naturaleza y todo lo que observas.
Durante mi estancia, pude trabajar de forma remota sin ningún inconveniente con el internet.
Además, si estás planeando viajar por Ecuador, Jenny y… read more
Durante mi estancia, pude trabajar de forma remota sin ningún inconveniente con el internet.
Además, si estás planeando viajar por Ecuador, Jenny y… read more
3 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Ich kann mich den vorherigen positiven Bewertungen nur anschließen.
3 Wochen habe ich auf der Farm verbracht und durfte viele super freundliche Menschen kennenlernen.
Vielen Dank, dass ich die Zeit bei euch so genießen konnte und danke Mauricio nochmal für den Reiseplan für Ecuador. Den konnte ich nun erfolgreich umsetzen. Ecuador hat auf so… read more
3 Wochen habe ich auf der Farm verbracht und durfte viele super freundliche Menschen kennenlernen.
Vielen Dank, dass ich die Zeit bei euch so genießen konnte und danke Mauricio nochmal für den Reiseplan für Ecuador. Den konnte ich nun erfolgreich umsetzen. Ecuador hat auf so… read more
23 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Zuleikha) for host
Wow such a beautiful experience, Mauricio and Jenny are amazing and the land that he, Jenny and the other families are guardians of is beautiful.
As soon as I got there I felt like part of the family, everyone was so kind and welcoming. The food was amazing, and my room comfortable. There is an indoor bouldering wall which I took advantage of… read more
As soon as I got there I felt like part of the family, everyone was so kind and welcoming. The food was amazing, and my room comfortable. There is an indoor bouldering wall which I took advantage of… read more
5 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sander) for host
It’s difficult to capture in words how much I loved my stay in Tulipe with Mauricio, Jenny, Maya and all the others. From the moment you arrive there you are part of their family and literally all the people I met there were extremely warm and friendly. The pictures you see don’t do the beauty of the place justice, it’s a remote paradise in the… read more
28 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marina) for host
This was one of the best experiences I could have ever possibly dreamed about having here in Ecuador!
Mauricio, Jenny & Maya, the hosts are three amazing individuals. They opened their house to me, with such kindness, willingness to share everything they had! Mauricio shared the best stories with me in Spanish (which helped me a lot with my… read more
Mauricio, Jenny & Maya, the hosts are three amazing individuals. They opened their house to me, with such kindness, willingness to share everything they had! Mauricio shared the best stories with me in Spanish (which helped me a lot with my… read more
20 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Noémie & Alexis) for host
We directly arrived from the airport to the finca and we couldn't have dreamed of a better experience to start our travel in Ecuador. Mauricio and Jenny made us feel as part of the family and we learned a lot thanks to them (spanish, ecuatorian culture, farming ... and even music). The work at the farm is different every day and is adapted in… read more
9 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Megane)
Megane eres una persona muy dulce, conocerte fue muy lindo, gracias por tu compromiso, nos has enseñado el orden y como mantener siempre una buena actitud! Gracias por todo tu apoyo en el proyecto de reforestación, esperamos que vuelvas pronto y visites tus árboles. Disfruta mucho de la vida champiñona
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Megane) for host
A wonderful place to spend time in the middle of the nature with a beautiful family! Mauricio, Jenny, Maya and all the others makes you feel at home since the first second.
The work is really fair, you have a lot of free time and the family always propose you to do some activities to discover the area.
Mauricio is deeply passionate about his… read more
The work is really fair, you have a lot of free time and the family always propose you to do some activities to discover the area.
Mauricio is deeply passionate about his… read more
9 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Inès & Adrien)
Ines y Adrián son unas personas increíbles, grandes colaboradores, con la actitud perfecta para conocer el mundo. Tenemos guardadas en el corazón las lindas canciones de Ines y conservamos la decoración de Adrián en el área comunal. Gracias a ustedes la huerta y los árboles han crecido por su buena energía. Los extrañamos.
(Excellent)
9 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Inès & Adrien) for host
Le workaway le plus merveilleux que nous n’avons jamais fait de notre vie.
L’endroit est magique, Mauricio est incroyablement gentil, attentionné, bienveillant, intéressant et profondément amoureux de son pays. Maya et sa maman Jenny sont les personnes les plus gentilles que nous n’avons jamais rencontré, Lucho, Marianela, Sébastien, Matteo… c’est… read more
L’endroit est magique, Mauricio est incroyablement gentil, attentionné, bienveillant, intéressant et profondément amoureux de son pays. Maya et sa maman Jenny sont les personnes les plus gentilles que nous n’avons jamais rencontré, Lucho, Marianela, Sébastien, Matteo… c’est… read more
3 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Antoine) for host
He pasado 2 meses en la finca de Tulipe. Fue una linda experiencia. Llegé por 2-3 semanas y al final me quedé mucho más tiempo. La familia es muy muy MUY amable. Vas a vivir como si era tu propia familia. Cada uno tiene su personalidad y se completan muy bien el uno al otro. He pasado momentos perfectos con ellos, aprendí mucho sobre la cultura… read more
10 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Katie) for host
A really great workaway experience! I stayed for just a week but this is somewhere you could end up staying forever. The work is very fair and you get a lot in exchange for the few hours you work. The work involves a bit of everything, we were mostly doing some jobs in the vegetable garden but we also got to paint signs, plant trees etc. What… read more
23 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Poppy)
Poppy Is the sweetest person we have met, she's hilarious and a truly amazing human being, she's wealing to help in anything you ask and her energy is just so bright! We loved having you here with us! You are part of our family now! We already miss you! tulipe is not the same without you! We are looking forward to see you next summer! Our house is… read more
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Poppy) for host
staying here was easily the best experience of my life. everyone is wonderful and go above and beyond all expectations. i stayed for three months, occasionally helping in the garden, but mainly, i just learned a lot about culture, language and the people in tulipe. there are three wonderful families staying in this homestead and there was never a… read more
