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We are looking for volunteers to help develop Espaço Emã Vena within the Yawanawá territory. Tasks include taking care of the land, planting bananas, cassava and fruit trees, creating a vegetable garden, helping with simple constructions, house cleaning, and traditional fishing. The goal is to build a space connected to nature, spirituality, and respect for the local culture. A simple and transformative experience. 🌱✨
28 hours of help per week
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Amount: US$ 20 Per day
Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities
Description: This fee covers fuel for round-trip transportation between Espaço Emã Vena and Vila São Vicente (about 5 hours by boat each way), the main access point to the territory. It also includes fuel for internal transportation between villages. Due to the remote Amazon location, fuel costs are high and essential to make the experience possible.
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Fluent Portuguese or Intermediate English
Over 20 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
The volunteer will carry out activities during the weekdays, working together with the residents of Espaço Emã Vena.
The proposal is to experience the real routine of the forest, contributing to the daily tasks necessary for maintenance, cultivation, and construction of the space.
The work is collaborative, simple, and practical, always respecting the local culture and organization.
Activities include:
• Cleaning and maintaining the land (brush cutter, rake, hoe, and machete)
• Planting and caring for bananas, cassava (yuca), and fruit trees
• Creating and maintaining the community garden
• Clearing areas for community house construction
• Assisting in the construction of temporary/community houses
• Traditional fishing for food
• House cleaning and maintenance
Tasks are carried out during the week, usually in the morning, and may vary depending on weather conditions and the needs of the space.
• Respect the Yawanawá indigenous traditions and culture
• Follow the house rules
• No alcohol consumption
• No use of any drugs or illegal substances
• No romantic involvement with members of the Yawanawá family
• Respect schedules, social coexistence, and collective moments
• Maintain discipline, responsibility, and a collaborative attitude
• Take care of materials and tools provided
• Preserve the environment and avoid causing any harm to the forest
• Be aware that you are in indigenous territory, acting with humility and respect
