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Hi! I’m Ricardo, your host. I live on a beautiful one-hectare property in the heart of the Mayan jungle, along the Ruta de los Cenotes in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Our land includes two natural cenotes, which are part of a delicate ecosystem and require ongoing care, such as removing leaves, trimming vegetation, and helping keep the water clean and healthy.
Our Vision
This project is inspired by a simple but meaningful goal: to create a self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle.
We focus on:
* Growing our own vegetables
* Responsible water care
* Recycling and composting organic waste
* Raising laying hens
* Living in harmony with nature
This is a space for learning, sharing, and reconnecting with a more conscious way of living.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Languages
Gardening
Events & social
Farming
Self development
Sustainability
Art & design
Plant care
Beach
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Fitness
Dancing
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Food, Location & Cultural Experience
Meals: We provide ingredients and a basic pantry so Workawayers can prepare their own meals and feel at home in the kitchen.
Location: The beaches are nearby (about 20 minutes by car to Puerto Morelos), though not within walking distance.
Activities & Learning: During your stay, you’ll have the chance to learn how to kayak in a traditional Mayan canoe, dance salsa, and explore different types of cenotes.
Help
I will meet with the volunteers, and we will review daily objectives, issues, obstacles, safety requirements, and questions and answers. These questions are very important and add significant value to my project.
Help on Outdoor Yoga Studio Project
We’re building a peaceful sanctuary for yoga, meditation, and conscious living, and we’re looking for positive, hands-on volunteers to be part of the journey.
What you’ll do:
* Gardening & jungle maintenance
* Remove leaves, mud, and debris from the cenotes.
* Share your skills (yoga, art, music, painting, etc.)
Requirements:
* Experience using gardening power tools
Help with Physical Activity Sessions
Assist with Physical Activity Session, which includes any type of physical activity such as Yoga, Aerobic exercise, stretching, Zumba, Salsa dancing, etc., to promote physical well-being, mindfulness, proper performance, and alignment while creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
What you will do:
* Prepare the area and environment before and after class
* Help other team members as needed
Requirements:
* Language English or Spanish
* Commitment of a minimum of 10 business days
We emphasize that all activities are outdoors; therefore, you will have contact with insects and other wild creatures native to this region.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation
Workawayers stay in a private room with their own bathroom, offering comfort and personal space.
The kitchen and swimming pool are shared areas, available 24 hours for your use.
What else ...
House Rules & Practical Info
Getting around: Public transportation is available to reach town and the beaches. We also provide bicycles for your use.
What to bring: Mosquito repellent is highly recommended.
Shared spaces: Please help keep your room, kitchen, and common areas clean and tidy.
Smoking: Allowed only in designated areas.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available.
Guests: For security and comfort, overnight stays for non-Workawayers are not permitted.
Checkout: Towels and bed sheets should be returned clean and folded to the host.
Schedule: We offer a flexible schedule and are happy to adjust working days when possible if you’d like time off to explore nearby cities.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
For campers / motorhomes only parking is available.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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Durante el tiempo que colaboró con nosotros, Silvia demostró un nivel sobresaliente tanto en su práctica personal como en su capacidad para guiar a otros.
Sus clases están cuidadosamente estructuradas, integrando… read more
They are an exceptional team, strong, enthusiastic, and willing to learn new activities. They have different skills and can handle a wide variety of daily tasks, from electrical work to agriculture, gardening, painting, and more.
Their outstanding participation in:
• Hydroponics projects
• Seed germination
• Construction of the… read more
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Durante el tiempo que colaboró con nosotros, Silvia demostró un nivel sobresaliente tanto en su práctica personal como en su capacidad para guiar a otros.
Sus clases están cuidadosamente estructuradas, integrando… read more
They are an exceptional team, strong, enthusiastic, and willing to learn new activities. They have different skills and can handle a wide variety of daily tasks, from electrical work to agriculture, gardening, painting, and more.
Their outstanding participation in:
• Hydroponics projects
• Seed germination
• Construction of the… read more
It was an exceptional experience working with Lauren and Amy. They are friendly, respectful, and committed to the plans and projects.
They worked with me, adding on the Jungle GYM, cleaning the property, painting, and organizing social activities.
Outside the project, they participated in social and physical activities, including… read more
She is charismatic, friendly, and able to capture the group's attention, ensuring the participation of every member in the session.
Outside the project, she took part in various social and physical activities, including salsa dancing.
I wish I had more… read more
I highly recommend him.
He is respectful, punctual, and friendly; he finished his projects on time.
He left a good impression, leaving the doors open in case he ever decides to come… read more
She is friendly and adapts to the jungle quickly
Her participation was beneficial for the project. I am going to miss her.
I recommend her
She completed the project assigned to her on time and to a high standard of quality.
She left a good impression, and we will welcome her if she ever decides to come back.
She finished all tasks assigned on time and with good quality.
I highly recommend Olaia to be a part of your team. I hope she comes back soon, because… read more
¡¡Excelentes voluntarios!! Son flexibles, se adaptan a los cambios de planes y trabajan muy bien en equipo.
Joel es proactivo; tiene muy buena visión de los proyectos que se realizaron. Su participación fue esencial en la ejecución y entrega de los proyectos asignados.
Asia tiene una condición física superior, además de ser muy… read more
Son una pareja extraordinaria, con una actitud positiva y amistosa.
Los dos se adaptaron bien tanto a las tareas asignadas como a mi círculo de amistades.
Participaron junto conmigo remando en la canoa maya, lo cual fue muy gratificante experimentar su adaptación a una nueva actividad deportiva, la cual requiere del esfuerzo físico… read more
We had a good experience with one or two tarantulas, but he managed the situation extremely well.
He managed to coexist in the jungle, just like a native person. He left a good impression, and I… read more
I was there… read more
