Homestay Sigchos, Ecuador

4.5
(34 reviews)34

Lend a helping hand and hike the Quilotoa loop

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
19 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with international travelers
16 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Discounts on Tours
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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Availability

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Stay at least
3 days

The Experience

I help promote The Quilotoa Loop and do Spanish and English lessons for the community. I want to enrich our village with foreign cultures and help to introduce quality materials for language learning while raising awareness about nature rights, customer service and the importance of education. We´re welcoming respectful and friendly persons to help us plan lessons, decorate the hostel and a bit of reception work.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Between 18 and 80 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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34 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Homestay

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Get in touch with nature
  • 16 Meeting international travelers
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 13 Immersing in the local culture
  • 12 Creating true social impact
  • 10 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 4 17. Partnerships for the goals
  • 1 1. No poverty
  • 1 4. Quality education
  • 1 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 1 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 1 13. Climate action
Melanie

United Kingdom

3

Santiago was really nice and welcoming, and the home was a lovely place. It was also really fun to hike the Quilotoa loop. However, Santiago wasn't very clear on what the volunteering involved was and left halfway through without giving clear guidance.

10 days ago

Bruna

Ecuador

5

This was my first time volunteering and it was amazing. I really love the tours, the city and the nature that I was exposed to. The tasks that you need to do are very simple and you have a good time for do your things.

over 2 years ago

Abbi

United Kingdom

5

Volunteering with Santiago was a brilliant experience, dogs were amazing and in addition to working at the shelter we also got to support some business development and artwork tasks, however Santiago made sure we were always comfortable. He was also committed to showing us the local culture and cuisine, and helping us advance our Spanish, he even ran a lesson for us and another guest!. Occasionally there was a lack of structure but this wasn't a problem for us, and they were grateful for our flexibility and patience. A great experience & we gained new friends from all over the world :)

over 3 years ago

Céline

France

5

It was a great experience. I felt like at home and I learnt a lot of new Spanish words! Sometimes a lack of organization but I did different things wich is very rewarding. Good vibes I recommend it

over 3 years ago

Lily

Canada

1

Well well... what a mess!! First of all, the breakfast and dinner are not included as it's supposed to be. When i first arrived i had to buy my own grocery, one of the owner said that he will pay me back but it never happened and then an other owner play the card of : it was an error of worldpackers, nothing's included, anyway you work for us its not a free lil vacation and 20$ is not that much (which is not but is to simply respect what they offer in return of help). + that same owner was actually eating our food and never gave me back my shades. Oh and about the schedule, it is chaotic!

over 3 years ago

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