Get to know our local community and learn about Mayan culture in Puerto Morales, Mexico

Infos

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  Description

  I am Ricardo, the owner and host of the house, which is located on one hectare in the heart of the Maya Jungle. We have 2 cenotes that require constant maintenance, including removing leaves and trimming trees and other vegetation to prevent water contamination. Additionally, we uphold the principles of sustainability.
  
  Ruta de los Cenotes, Quintana Roo, Mexico is a scenic eco-route that stretches from Puerto Morelos toward the heart of the Yucatán jungle, offering a unique blend of nature, adventure, and Mayan heritage.
  Lined with lush tropical forest, the route is famous for its crystal-clear cenotes—natural freshwater sinkholes formed over thousands of years—where visitors can swim, snorkel, dive, or simply relax in a serene setting.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Enseignement

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Accueil / tourisme
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Ferme

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Art et design

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Plage

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Danse
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  We will provide ingredients and a basic pantry so that the Workawayers can cook their own meals.
  The beaches are close by but not within walking distance; you can get to Puerto Morelos port by car in about 15 minutes.
  The Workaway will learn how to kayak in a Mayan canoe, dance salsa, and get to know the different types of cenotes.
  I will introduce them to the local community so they can interact and learn about the culture, habits, and rituals of the Mayan culture.

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  Aide

  Yoga project: The volunteers are responsible for leading safe, engaging, and effective yoga classes for individuals or groups of varying skill levels. The instructor promotes physical well-being, mindfulness, and proper alignment while creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
  Qualifications:
  * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  * Proven experience teaching group yoga classes
  * Strong knowledge of anatomy, alignment, and injury prevention
  *Commitment of a minimum of 10 working days
  Do you have a valid yoga teaching certification? (Yes/No)
  
  Garden project: The volunteers must clean the planting area, carry soil to the planting beds, prepare the beds, and set up an irrigation system. The volunteers will also mark the planting rows, frame the garden, cover it with shade mesh, and remove leaves from the pathways.
  Qualifications:
  *Experience using garden electrical tools
  *Experience using a lawn mower
  *Commitment of a minimum of 10 working days
  Do you have experience in planting and agricultural activities? (Yes/No)
  
  Wood-Fire oven Builder: Join us in building a traditional wood-fired oven from the ground up in a hands-on, collaborative environment. This program offers travelers the opportunity to learn practical masonry skills while participating in a sustainable construction project.
  
  Volunteers will take part in every stage of the process: foundation preparation, brick dome construction, refractory mortar application, insulation with natural materials (such as perlite or ceramic fiber), and exterior finishing. Throughout the experience, participants will gain knowledge about heat retention, oven geometry, and traditional cooking systems.
  
  This is more than a construction project — it’s a cultural and skill-sharing experience. The completed oven will serve as a community gathering point for baking bread, cooking pizzas, and hosting shared meals.
  
  
  ++It is important to emphasize that all the work is outdoors, so encounters with insects and animals are uncommon but do occur.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Portugais: Intermédiaire

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  Hébergement

  Workawayers stay in a private room and private bathroom.
  The kitchen and swimming pool are shared areas and are open 24 hours.

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  Autres infos...

  There is public transportation available to get to town and beaches, we also have bicycles available.
  Bring mosquito repellent.
  Must keep the room and kitchen clean.
  Smoking is only allowed in designated areas.
  Free WiFi is available.
  Additional friends non-Workawayers , are not allowed to stay overnight.
  Towels and bed sheets must be return folded to the host at checkout.
  We have a flexible schedule, and we can exchange working days with the volunteer in case they need extra days off to visit other cities.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  For campers / motorhomes only parking is available.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

Sécurité du site

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