Help out at our jungle and ocean retreat space in Ayampe, Ecuador

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  Description

  🌿 Jungle & Ocean Retreat Space in Ecuador
  
  This is a retreat space located on the coast of Ecuador, just outside the small town of Ayampe.
  
  The land sits between rainforest and ocean — surrounded by lush jungle, wildlife, and overlooking the Pacific. Monkeys, birds, and all kinds of life move through the trees, and the beach with consistent surf is within walking distance.
  
  Ayampe itself is a unique place — a small, welcoming town with a strong sense of community and a focus on conscious living, nature, and creativity.
  
  🌱 The space
  
  This is an evolving, non-profit retreat space.
  
  It’s a simple, natural environment designed for people to slow down, reconnect, and spend time close to nature. Retreats, workshops, and gatherings take place here, often centered around yoga, movement, meditation, music, and community living.
  
  At the same time, the land is being developed with a focus on permaculture, regeneration, and sustainable living.
  
  This is not a polished resort — it’s a living project that’s growing over time.
  
  🤲 Volunteering
  
  Volunteers are a big part of how the space grows and functions.
  
  We’re generally looking for people who are hands-on, adaptable, and happy to be part of shared living.
  
  Areas where support is especially appreciated:
  
  🌱 Permaculture, gardening, planting, and land care
  
  🛠️ Handyman skills, building, maintenance, and small construction projects
  
  🧹 Helping with the day-to-day running of retreats (cleaning, preparing spaces, general support)
  
  🎨 Creative contributions like music, movement, or workshops (if you have something to share)
  
  🌿 General upkeep of communal areas
  
  No need to be an expert in everything — a good attitude and willingness to contribute go a long way.
  
  🌊 Daily life
  
  Life here is simple and close to nature.
  
  There’s a rhythm between working on the land, supporting the space, and having free time to rest, surf, explore, or just be.
  Days can be physical and hands-on, but there’s also space for quiet moments, connection, and community.
  
  You’ll be living in a shared environment, so openness, respect, and good communication are important.
  
  🌞 What to expect
  
  A natural setting between jungle and ocean
  
  A small, international community of volunteers and visitors
  
  A balance of work, free time, and shared moments
  
  Basic but comfortable living conditions
  
  Opportunities to learn practical skills and connect with others
  
  ✉️ Get in touch
  
  If this feels like a place you’d like to spend some time, send a message with a bit about yourself, your experience, and how you’d like to contribute.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide dans une ferme

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Accueil / tourisme
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Bénévolat

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Arts du spectacle

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  This is a place where people from different parts of the world come together to live, work, and share everyday life.
  
  Most of the exchange happens naturally — through shared meals, working on the land, time in the ocean, and evenings spent talking, playing music, or just slowing down together. There’s often a mix of volunteers, retreat guests, and local friends passing through, which creates a really open and social environment.
  
  We’re also connected to the local community in Ayampe, so there’s a chance to experience life in a small Ecuadorian coastal town — from local food and markets to community events, surf culture, and the slower rhythm of life here.
  
  🤲 What we share
  
  At this place, you can learn and be part of:
  
  Basics of permaculture and gardening in a tropical climate
  
  Hands-on building and maintenance projects
  
  How a retreat space is run and hosted behind the scenes
  
  Community living — sharing space, responsibilities, and daily rhythms
  
  Simple, nature-connected living
  
  There’s also space for informal sharing — whether that’s music, movement, cooking, or conversations about different ways of living and seeing the world.
  
  🌱 What we’re excited to learn
  
  Hosting people from different cultures is a big part of what shapes this place.
  
  We’re always curious to learn:
  
  New ways of building, growing food, and working with the land
  
  Different perspectives on community and lifestyle
  
  Skills people bring from their own backgrounds
  
  New ideas, creativity, and ways of doing things
  
  More than anything, it’s about the exchange that happens naturally when people live together with openness and respect.

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  Aide

  🤲 Volunteering
  
  Volunteers are a big part of how the space grows and functions.
  
  We’re generally looking for people who are hands-on, adaptable, and happy to be part of shared living.
  
  Areas where support is especially appreciated:
  
  🌱 Permaculture, gardening, planting, and land care
  
  🛠️ Handyman skills, building, maintenance, and small construction projects
  
  🧹 Helping with the day-to-day running of retreats (cleaning, preparing spaces, general support)
  
  🎨 Creative contributions like music, movement, or workshops (if you have something to share)
  
  🌿 General upkeep of communal areas
  
  No need to be an expert in everything — a good attitude and willingness to contribute go a long way.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Swedish: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
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  Hébergement

  🛖 Accommodation & food
  
  Volunteers stay on the land in simple, shared accommodation surrounded by jungle and ocean views.
  
  Sleeping arrangements are generally shared rooms or basic private spaces depending on availability, with beds, mattresses, and mosquito nets provided. The style is natural and open — not luxury, but comfortable, clean, and connected to the environment.
  
  We make sure everyone has a safe and secure place to sleep, and we ask everyone to help keep shared spaces clean and cared for.
  
  There are shared bathrooms with basic facilities, and access to water for showering and daily use.
  
  🍽️ Food
  
  We have a big, open and shared kitchen and dining space.
  We still haven't decided how food sharing will work, but we encourage eating together.
  
  We're planning to provide meals, to cook and eat together.
  
  🌿 Living style
  
  Life here is fairly simple and close to nature.
  
  That means:
  
  You may hear animals at night
  
  Weather and humidity are part of daily life
  
  Things aren’t always “perfect” — but they’re real
  
  We aim to create a space that is comfortable, respectful, and welcoming, while staying connected to the natural surroundings.

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  Autres infos...

  🌊 Time off & exploring
  
  There’s plenty to do around here during your free time.
  
  Ayampe is just a short walk away, where you’ll find:
  
  Beaches and consistent surf
  
  Small cafés and local restaurants
  
  A relaxed social scene with both locals and travelers
  
  You can also explore nearby spots like waterfalls, jungle trails, and other beaches along the coast. Whale watching is possible in season, and there are opportunities to visit nearby towns like Puerto López.
  
  Most things are accessible on foot, and for longer trips you can use local buses or taxis, which are easy and affordable.
  
  🧭 Living together
  
  Life here is shared and fairly simple, so a few things are important:
  
  Respect for each other’s space, time, and energy
  
  Helping keep shared areas clean and organized
  
  Good communication — if something comes up, we talk about it
  
  Being mindful with noise, especially at night
  
  We’re not a party hostel — while there can be music and social moments, the overall atmosphere is more grounded and connected to nature.
  
  🌿 Good to know
  
  The climate is tropical — expect heat, humidity, rain, and bugs
  
  Bring comfortable work clothes, swimwear, and something for rain
  
  A headlamp/flashlight can be useful at night
  
  Flexibility helps — things can change with weather, projects, and retreat schedules
  
  This is an evolving space, so part of the experience is stepping into something that’s still growing and being shaped.
  
  If you enjoy nature, simple living, and being part of a shared project, you’ll likely feel at home here 🌿

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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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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  We have high speed 200mbit internet connection. With plans on getting Starlink, with solar batteries to bridge power outages.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Any pets that are not more than welcome here, we love animals!

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  Topanga

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