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Intercultural exchange on a beach hotel located within a private protected forest in Galera, Ecuador

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    Samaca is an ecotourism project located in a private forest with private beach . We need volunteers to help with the maintanance and hands on to keep up the property. We have a very comfortable room with private bathroom, kitchen, living room with hammocks and furniture. We can provide internet at a price of $20 one payment ONLY (optional), water and electricity are included. We are 4 km from the main road, 10 km from Galera, 7 km from Estero de platano. The property is located right in front of the Marine Reserve Galera-San Francisco. Help wanted in painting, gardening, cleaning and other tasks (upon request). Minimum experience and willing to help - is a MUST!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • 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

    You will be immersed in Spanish language, rural ecuadorian culture and fishing villages in the south of Esmeraldas province. You can come here to learn about agroforestry, local agricultire, surf, fishing, etc. There are two small towns nearby Galera and Estero de Platano which you can visit for the intercultural exchange.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for help renovating the Hotel located in a protected forest right in front of the Pacific Ocean to enjoy it during your free time.
    We are interested in anyone who is willing to help and are happy to hear any ideas. We require people with minimum experience in PAINTING, GARDENING, DIGITAL NOMADS.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent

    This 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

    Accommodation

    There is space to accommodate maximum 4 volunteers at a time. The house has running water and electricity, a refrigerator, stove top, full kitchen, utensils,private shared bathroom, shower, I can give one ride per week to the nearest big town (Tonchigue or Atacames) in order for you to buy your own groceries for your meals. If in season, the volunteers are welcome to help themselves to the farm's plantations -- banana, papaya, yucca, plantain, passion fruit, vegetables, and more.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are buses, vans and trucks on the main road every hour from early in the morning until about 5:00 pm. They can take you to the surrounding areas. Nearby points of interest include Estero de Platano, Same, Sua, Atacames, and Mompiche. While we are in the country. The best option will be to stay in the beach hotel, it is a magical place. a gem in this world.

  • 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

    Please ask for more information on this topic and we can discuss whether or not is viable for you

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Please, share the information about your camper dimensions.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 524486832164

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