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Experience our culture and learn the customs and traditions of our community in Cañar, Ecuador

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    Greetings to all, my name is Miguel, I am from the south of Ecuador, from the Cañar canton, I and my family belong to the Cañari culture, I studied tourism, which helps me to meet many travellers, this has helped me to be very empathetic, respectful and helpful, as their travel stories have moved me.

    I always try to help them with accommodation and food when I meet them on the road.

    I came to this platform because some of these travellers recommended it to me. They saw what my life is like in the countryside, working the land, taking care of animals and learning ecological construction, and they mentioned Workaway to me.

    Anyway, my project focuses on three things: agriculture, animal husbandry and the construction of ecological cabins.

    My family and I will teach them what life in the countryside is like, we will teach them how to fertilise the land, how to cultivate it, all the processes for its production and harvesting. We also want them to help us in the construction of ecological cabins. It would be good for you to learn about construction.

    Finally, I would like to mention that it will not all be work; you will have your respective holidays, you will be able to spend time with the people of the community and, if you wish to learn or practice the Spanish language, I will talk to my school so that you can attend.

    ------- I wanted to share this information with those who might be interested; I insist that it is optional.
    We offer meals that are 100% typical of my culture.
    I also offer my services as a guide for exploring the mountains and camping.
    In addition, a very interesting activity that I like to offer is foraging, which consists of searching for wild plants, telling you about them, consuming them, and preparing food.
    All these services come at a cost.
    (I insist that it is optional...)

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Architecture
    Animals
    Gardening
    History
    Photography
    Plant care
    Cooking & food
    Videography
    Pets
    Farming
    Hiking
    Nature
    Mountain
    Cycling
    Camping
  • 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

    In the community they can attend sports such as indoor sports, Ecuavóley, community migas and socialise with the people, practice Spanish and gain knowledge of how we organise ourselves to get ahead in the villages and nationalities.

    I also learn about the protection of the moors that are our source of life.

    In addition, my city is considered the archaeological and cultural capital of Ecuador; therefore you will be able to visit some archaeological complexes in the city such as Ingapirca, the Sangay National Park and the Inca Trail.

    The skills they can learn in my community will be about agriculture, cattle breeding, irrigation and team work, the Kichwa language, the Spanish language and about business in the local markets.

    By welcoming people, we hope to learn all about their knowledge, whether it is about construction, agriculture, organic fertilizers, livestock. All the knowledge you can share with us.

    En la comunidad pueden asistir a practicar deportes como el indoor, Ecuavóley, a las migas comunitarias y socializar con las personas, practicar español y obtener conocimientos de cómo nos organizamos para salir adelante en los pueblos y nacionalidades.

    También aprender de la protección de los páramos que son nuestra fuente de vida.

    Además, mi ciudad es considerada como capital arqueológica y cultural del Ecuador; por lo mismo podrán visitar algunos complejos arqueológicos de la ciudad como el Ingapirca, también el parque nacional Sangay, el camino del Inca.

    Las habilidades que pueden aprender estando en mi comunidad serán sobre la agricultura, ganadería, riegos y trabajo en equipo, el idioma Kichwa, el idioma español y sobre el negocio en los mercados locales.

    Acogiendo a las personas, esperamos aprender todo sobre sus conocimientos, ya sean de construcción, agricultura, abonos orgánicos, ganadería. Todos los conocimientos que nos puedan compartir.
    Todo esto no es organizado, tal vez algunas veces se cumplan con las actividades o no.

  • Help

    Help

    We are from the countryside and therefore we need people with knowledge in agriculture, livestock and construction of houses and cabins.

    But also, if you want to learn about these subjects, the doors are open.

    Somos del campo y por lo cual necesitamos personas con conocimientos en agricultura, ganadería y construcción de casas y cabañas.

    Pero también, si deseas aprender sobre estos temas, las puertas están abiertas.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Yo y mi familia estaremos dispuestos a apoyarles si deseas aprender o practicar el español y el kichwa; así mismo, si deseas enseñar o compartir algún otro idioma, estamos dispuestos a practicar y hablarcon alguna escuelas o colegios para tener un acuerdo y que puedan dar clases algunos días. Buscaré acuerdos en algunos colegios o escuelas para que puedan enseñar o aprender un idioma. Yo y mi familia estaremos dispuestos a apoyarles si deseas aprender o practicar el español y el kichwa; así mismo, si deseas enseñar o compartir algún otro idioma, estamos dispuestos a practicar y hablarcon alguna escuelas o colegios para tener un acuerdo y que puedan dar clases algunos días. Buscaré acuerdos en algunos colegios o escuelas para que puedan enseñar o aprender un idioma.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    It is a rustic house; I have 2 rooms that are very comfortable and clean, plus you will have a shared bathroom for guests only.

    In the kitchen, for you to have the best experience, it will be shared with the family, in which the host and the guest can cook their meals and share.

    On the other hand we are in the countryside so it is very quiet.

    Es una casa rústica; tengo 2 cuartos que son muy cómodos y limpios, además tendrán un baño compartido únicamente para huéspedes.

    En la cocina, para que tenga la mejor experiencia, será compartida con la familia, en la cual el anfitrión y el huéspede puedan cocinar sus comidas y compartirse.

    Por otra parte estamos en el campo por lo cual es muy tranquilo.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    I just have to say that they have to respect the customs and traditions, the gastronomy of my culture and the rules of the house, in addition to maintaining a good relationship with everyone.

    In your free time, you can explore the town, known as the archaeological capital of Ecuador. It has several ancient sites, a giant canyon, and a beautiful sunset viewpoint. I have two bicycles available for you to use.

    "We ask for a small contribution to help with food due to the rural location. This is optional. We offer meals that are 100% traditional to my culture. I offer my services as a guide for exploring the mountains and camping. Additionally, a very interesting activity I enjoy offering is wild food gathering, which involves searching for wild plants, discussing them, consuming them, and preparing food. These fruits are seasonal, available from March through June. All of these services have a cost. (I emphasize that it is optional.)"
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    Solo tengo que decir que tienen que respetar las costumbres y tradiciones, la gastronomía de mi cultura y las reglas de la casa, además de hacer una buena relación entre todos.

    En sus tiempos libres pueden salir a conocer el pueblo, ya que es conocido como la capital arqueológica del Ecuador, tiene algunos lugares antiguos, también un cañón gigante, ir a un hermoso mirando de atardecer. Tengo 2 bicis y lo pueden usar.

    “Pedimos una pequeña contribución para ayudar con la alimentación debido a la ubicación rural .
    Esta parte es optional
    Ofrecemos comidas 100 % típicas de mi cultura.
    ofrezco mis servicios como guía para explorar las montañas y acampar.
    Además, una actividad muy interesante que me gusta ofrecer es la recolección de alimentos silvestres, que consiste en buscar plantas silvestres, hablaros de ellas, consumirlas y preparar comida.
    Estos frutos son por temporadas, desde marzo, abril, mayo, junio.
    Todos estos servicios tienen un coste.
    (Insisto en que es opcional

  • 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

    Es es un lugar muy tranquilo, con lindos paisajes, es un lugar en la cual vive la cultura Cañari, no es muy turista, mi ciudad es considerada cómo la capital arqueológica y cultural de Ecuador. Pueden ayudar a dar a conocer mi ciudad al mundo. Promocionar mi cultura, tradiciones, costumbres, gastronomía y los lugares turísticos.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Solo tengo espacio para 2 carros , los espacios están detrás de la casa, pero igualmente puedes acceder a agua, duchas, baños.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Gatitos y perros

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Suka, Wauwau, Negra

    Suka, Wauwau, Negra (9 years)

    Tengo 3 perritos, ellos son muy tranquilos y pasan una vida muy libre.
    2 grandes y 1 pequeña.

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Four friends sit around a rustic wooden table, sharing drinks and food, smiling warmly in a cozy, dimly lit room with exposed beams and stone walls.
A man with dark hair and a cap carries a large bundle of freshly cut green plants on his back, using a rope, outdoors in daylight.
A person in outdoor clothing is working with a long black hose beside a small pond, surrounded by green grass, trees, and a cloudy sky.
Three people are working on a muddy field under a cloudy sky. One person rests, another interacts with a cow, and a woman sits observing.
Three people in traditional indigenous attire stand on a street. Colorful costumes, woven skirts, hats, and decorations highlight their cultural celebration, with one person holding a drum.
Two people are harvesting potatoes in a field. One person smiles for a selfie, while another waves, surrounded by bags of potatoes and green countryside, with cows.
Two people harvest potatoes on a farm. A woman in white boots places potatoes in a sack while a man works in the background with a tool.
A group of people gathers outdoors on grass, sharing traditional food spread on cloth. Mountains in the background, everyone appears relaxed, talking, and enjoying a communal meal.
A family gathers around a small table in a rustic, clay-walled room, sharing a meal and enjoying each other's company in a warm, cozy atmosphere.
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