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Here at Workaway you will find 306 hosts and organisations for volunteer work in Ecuador.
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Enjoy simple life at a small fisherman village in Jama, Ecuador

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Help on a llama farm in rural Cayambe, Ecuador

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Explore stunning beaches and local culture in Puerto Cayo, Ecuador

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Help us on our beautiful inclusive permaculture farm in Malchingui, Ecuador

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Come and help us around our little piece of paradise while surfing in Engabao, Ecuador

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Life at the beach with a few senior rescue dogs in Manglaralto, Ecuador

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Join our coffee farm and help maintain the plantation and with harvesting in Tulipe, Ecuador

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Teach English to schoolchildren and help with community development at our non-profit in the mountains in Calpi, Ecuador

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Last minute volunteer opportunities

Here you will find 13 last minute opportunities for volunteering in Ecuador from Hosts that have indicated that they require help immediately.

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Join our down-to-earth, tropical farming-living project near Mompiche, Equador

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Volunteering at our hostel and learn about the ecuadorian culture and join the tours and activities in Baños, Ecuador

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Explore stunning beaches and local culture in Puerto Cayo, Ecuador

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Come and help us around our little piece of paradise while surfing in Engabao, Ecuador

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There are 3236 reviews for 235 Hosts and organizations in Ecuador.
235 Hosts in Ecuador were rated at least 4.9/5!

We had an amazing experience here. You are located right across the road from a beautiful beach in this little coastal village of Ecuador.
Our tasks ...

by Lucas & Aisling Ann , 24 May 2026

Thank you to Antoine, Norma, Jorge, Thibault and Jo, thanks to you I had the best time here! It truly never gets boring, there is lots of hiking and r...

by Anastasia , 22 May 2026

I came to Julio’s farm to learn more about coffee. Me and the other workawayer either worked with coffee tree maintenance or coffee harvest, 5 hours p...

by Marta , 21 May 2026

I stayed with Nico for about 2 weeks, and I truly enjoyed my whole time on the coast and contributing to his project.

He made me feel so welcomed fr...

by Jamahl , 15 May 2026

Had a great experience here. Vero was accommodating to me and Juliette and very fair. Latacunga is a lovely place with lots of charm and heart.The kid...

by Aiden , 13 May 2026

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