Immersion in rural communities in Ecuador
Authentic immersion in the heart of the rural Wankavilka communities in the province of Manabí, on the Ecuadorian coast. This unique experience will allow you to share the daily life of local families, discover their ancestral traditions, and actively contribute to community development through educational, cultural, artisanal, ecotourism, and environmental projects.
Book nowTake part in an immersive volunteer experience in the rural communities of southern Manabí, helping with sustainable tourism, cultural preservation, and ecological projects while discovering local life.
The Wankavilkas are an indigenous pre-Columbian people who have lived on the Ecuadorian coast for centuries. Through community tourism and agroecology, the communities are working to protect biodiversity and promote ancestral cultures, traditions and local cuisine.
Volunteering offers a variety of assignments throughout the year and at specific times. Volunteers can get involved in community tourism, sustainable architecture, environmental and community projects, teaching, languages, crafts, gastronomy, local entrepreneurship, and digital communication and marketing. Depending on the time of year, activities also focus on improving tourism and community infrastructure, environmental protection and reforestation, and developing ecotourism facilities. Tasks are assigned based on the volunteer's profile, skills, abilities, and integration into the community.
Available year-round. The period from June to December is generally considered the best time to visit Ecuador. This is the dry season in many regions, particularly in the Andes and the Galápagos Islands. April is considered the rainiest but also the warmest month of the year in Ecuador. The rainy season lasts from October to May.
1 month minimum and 6 months maximum.
Accommodation with a local family or in a hostel, depending on availability. Accommodation and support are mainly provided in one of rural communities. Depending on the volunteer's profile and needs, they may be accommodated in several communities in order to carry out their work.
All year round.
1 month
550,00 €
Manabí, a province in the northwest of the country.
550€ a month, then 500€ for subsequent months.
Transportation costs are the responsibility of volunteers during their stay.
Be at least 18 years old and have at least a basic knowledge of Spanish.
A person is responsible for welcoming the volunteer at the airport in Guayaquil. This person will also organise the volunteer's logistics within the community or communities before they arrive, check that everything is appropriate, and determine what their meals will be in whichever community they stay. In short, they will ensure that your experience goes as smoothly as possible.
Three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are included in the price. Please let us know your dietary requirements in advance. If you would like to purchase other items, there are small shops selling basic goods in some communities. Communities may be located far from urban centers. Please provide us with all information regarding your dietary requirements prior to your trip.
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