Experience the joy of helping on our mountain land in Cusco, Peru

Detalles

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  Descripción

  Greetings,
  
  I offer my home to Workaway primarily to give my mother the opportunity to connect with young people and people from diverse cultures. She really enjoys acquiring new knowledge and then sharing her experiences and anecdotes with her friends. It's an opportunity for her to learn and be entertained while I'm not at home.
  
  I currently live in Europe for work reasons, I have entrusted my stepson with the company to my mother. Our charming house is located in the Saylla neighborhood of Cusco, just 50 minutes from the city center via the various public service buses.
  
  Our abode has space to accommodate one or two enthusiastic Workawayers. We are especially interested in people who share our affection for pets, are skilled at caring for plants, and appreciate the beauty of nature. If these qualities resonate with you, you could be the perfect person.
  
  Beyond our cozy home, we embarked on an exciting project in our captivating mountainous terrain, which we imagined as a space dedicated to growing plants. Our goal is to market them at very affordable prices, although this dream still has several challenges to overcome, such as installing an irrigation system for the terraces (still half done), implementing electricity (pending installation), improving the stairs. access (some remain to be done), create a rest area (creatively with materials that are on the same land and/or accessible to buy in the area) and implement a small kitchen (perhaps inside the small house), as well as other suggestions proposed by our volunteers (see list at the end). However, thanks to your help, this dream is beginning to materialize. The location of this land is especially convenient, just a 20-minute walk from the house. To give you an idea of ​​what to expect, I've included some captivating photographs showing the stunning views.
  
  If you decide to embark on this journey with us, your commitment would involve dedicating three to four days a week to volunteering, and each day would encompass around 4-5 hours of work in the mornings. This arrangement is carefully designed to harmonize your valuable skills with your personal agenda in Cusco.
  
  Given the experience with several volunteers, I leave a special note on this point:
  - Only during work days does my mother wait for you with lunch.
  - The preparation of breakfast and dinner is at your own expense
  - If you stay at home on your days off, please help with cleaning common areas or other help that you consider relevant, such as helping to carry things when my mother goes to the market. Even this is interesting because they can buy their own food for the week at prices that my mom knows are right.
  
  During your stay, you'll enjoy comfortable sleeping space and a well-stocked kitchen with essential supplies, giving you the freedom to prepare your own meals. We understand the importance of staying connected, so rest assured we provide internet access.
  
  If the appeal of contributing to our project while embracing the beauty of nature and animals resonates with you, we eagerly await her response. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or express your interest. We are here to ensure that your Workaway experience is rewarding and memorable.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Roxana

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Compañía para ancianos

  Jardinería

  Construcción y bricolaje

  Cuidado de animales

  Ayuda en una granja

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento general
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Travelers can really make the most of their time in Cusco during afternoons and days off. Cusco is a captivating destination that offers a host of activities and attractions.
  
  The neighborhood is quiet and provides a peaceful environment for your stay. However, it is advisable to return home early as transport options are limited after 10pm. Additionally, the surrounding area tends to be dimly lit at night, which can affect visibility and safety.
  
  Additionally, we are excited to help you hone your Spanish language skills. We are also a source of recommendations that we share about must-see places in Cusco and its surroundings. Sometimes Cesar accompanies volunteers to places that are not on any travel list, I recommend asking him. To complement the experience, my sister participates in healing holistic treatments, I also recommend asking her. I trust that all of this will contribute to a holistic and enriching stay.

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  Ayuda

  Please, the following list was put together by Max and Lara, a couple who have stolen our hearts. The idea is for each volunteer to choose a task from the list and write to us indicating which one they would be interested in collaborating on.
  
  SMALL PROJECTS (3-5 days, no experience required):
  
  1. Team up with Cesar to finish the wood next to the stairs. This involves reinforcing and, more importantly, protecting the wood from rain and sun damage. Otherwise, it will need to be redone within a year. Sand the wood to remove splinters and apply a protective coat of paint or other suitable finish.
  
  2. Leveling the top terrace. Ensure that Cesar inspects the walls, as there may be excess ground on the terrace. It may be necessary to raise the walls slightly.
  
  3. Clearing all unwanted green plants and burning them. Once the upper terrace is leveled, planting flowers can commence.
  
  4. Removing all garbage from the area.
  
  5. Cleaning and decorating the house to make it suitable for habitation. Professional assistance may be required to access water and power.
  
  6. General maintenance, including protecting the wood, walls, and roofs from deterioration. Neglecting maintenance for a year will harm the property.
  
  7. Constructing a table and chairs.
  
  8. Decorating the walls.
  
  BIGGER PROJECTS (3 weeks or more, requiring specific experience):
  
  1. Construction of the outdoor kitchen. This entails creating a detailed plan, design, and cost overview. It's advisable to begin with a cement foundation for the floor, which will support the wooden poles for the roof, as well as provisions for water inlet and outlet. Seeking assistance from Workawayers with expertise in this area is recommended.
  
  2. Building a wooden veranda in front of the house (subject to your approval).
  
  3. Designing the future look and feel of the property, including drafting drawings and plans.
  
  PROJECTS IN CASA
  
  1. Assist with maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.
  2. Perform general cleaning duties.
  3. Attend to walking, feeding, and grooming the dogs/cats/chickens.

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  Idiomas hablados

  Español: Fluido
  Inglés: Principiante
  Portugués: Principiante

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  Alojamiento

  My residence offers two rooms available, one of them with a private bathroom. The other room has a shared bathroom, so great care must be taken to clean it.
  Inside the facilities, you will find a spacious and sufficiently equipped kitchen with a small refrigerator.
  The living room has a table, chairs and a large sofa.
  The garden at my house is really lovely during the day and offers a serene space to sunbathe, wash clothes that dry quickly and enjoy a leisurely breakfast.

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  Algo más...

  In their free time, the volunteers can visit many cultural points of the city, my house is near the south valley. There is even a bus that reaches Pisaq in 30 minutes. As other volunteers already did, you can take an agency tour and ask to be picked up near your house (in case the route is to the south). Volunteers can even rent motorcycles to explore the area, some volunteers told me that the prices were affordable.

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  I have internet connection.

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Dos

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  Horas esperadas

  5 hours a day, 3 days a week

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