Join our indigenous Achuar community project near Puyo, Ecuador

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    The community is committed to community ecotourism in the Amazon, located on the Pastaza River, Ecuador. Our project stands out for its focus on the community and for providing the opportunity to live a unique experience in the wild Amazon. We have been operating with the aim of preserving indigenous culture, offering our visitors an authentic immersion in the beauty and richness of the Amazon rainforest.

    La comunidad esta comprometida con el ecoturismo comunitario en la Amazonía, situada en el Río pastaza, Ecuador, nuestro proyecto destaca por su enfoque en la comunidad y por brindar la oportunidad de vivir una experiencia única en la Amazonía salvaje , emos estado operando con el objetivo de preservar la cultura indígena, ofreciendo a nuestros visitantes una auténtica inmersión en la belleza y la riqueza de la selva amazónica

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
  • 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

    Going out to hunt wild animals in the jungle, fishing, visiting waterfalls and rivers, collecting food, there are interesting projects.

    Salír a cazar animales salvajes en la selva, pescar, visitar cascadas y ríos, recolectar alimentos, hay proyectos muy interesantes.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Participate in the common activities of the village. Participate in common activities such as helping with food gathering, hunting, fishing, building, and gardening.

    Participar en las actividades comunes de la aldea.
    Como ayudar en la recolección de alimentos, caza, pesca, construcción, jardinería

  • Languages spoken

    Spanish: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a traditional indigenous hut. +3 meals a day for freely accompanying us in our daily lives. You can sleep in a hammock or traditional bed; you cook over an outdoor fire. There's no Wi-Fi in the house, but in the village there is. Also electricity .

    Tenemos una choza tradicional indígena.
    Más de 3 comidas al día por acompañarnos en nuestro día a día libremente
    Se puede dormir en una hamaca o cama tradicional , se cocina con fuego en el exterior. No hay wifi en la casa pero si en la aldea. Hay electricidad en la casa

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The cost of the boat trip is 20$ for going and another 20 for coming back ( it could be cheaper in case it is shared with others). The cost of the bus from Puyo is 5 $ going to the river and 5$ coming back
    The price is reduced if shared with members of the community.

    El coste de la barca para cruzar el río Pastaza es de 20$ la ida y 20$ la vuelta, también el bus desde Puyo es de 5$ la ida y 5$ la vuelta. Este precio puede ser reducido si se comparte el viaje con miembros de la comunidad.

  • 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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 892385453595

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The image depicts a man using a large axe to split a log on a metal stand, with a child in the background on a porch.
The image depicts a man standing in front of a waterfall, with his arms raised, wearing black shorts, in a rocky area with lush greenery surrounding him.
The image depicts three men in a rustic setting, with one man grinding something in a bowl, while the others sit nearby, surrounded by a wooden structure and natural elements.
The image depicts a man walking on a muddy path in a lush forest, carrying a backpack and a white bag, surrounded by dense foliage and trees.
The image depicts a small tent situated within a wooden structure, featuring a thatched roof and a central opening, with sunlight streaming through the gaps between the wooden slats.
The image depicts a bowl containing two whole plantains and three skewers of meat, likely chicken or pork, on a speckled grey countertop.
The image depicts a person holding a small bird in their cupped hands, with the bird facing left and the person\'s torso visible in the background.
The image depicts a rustic scene featuring a small hut with a thatched roof and a wooden structure, set amidst a lush forest landscape with trees and foliage.

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