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Belgium
The family is great, they make sure you have everything you need.
Fany is very caring, fun and talkative and the place is very cute. I couldn't stay as long as I wanted because I'm very sensitive to noises and the friendly little doggies unfortunately barked all night. So if you can't sleep easily through noises, it might not be for you. However, I don't blame the owners, it's just my own sensitivity.
6 months ago
United Kingdom
We had an amazing time here. The whole family are so lovely and considerate. Fannys cooking was delicious, she is so kind and we all got on great! The dogs are some of the sweetest dogs ive ever met, the cat too, and the river nearby is gorgeous. The town is really sweet, we even met a man wanting to practice english on a walk and had a coffee with him! Making chocolate from scratch was an incredible experience. We would highly recommend going. You will learn so much about the traditional fruits and plants and have a great time!
10 months ago
United Kingdom
What a fun experience. Would highly recommend volunteering here. Everyone was so kind and really made the whole week enjoyable. Fanny's cooking was also amazing!
about 1 year ago
United Kingdom
What an amazing family! Fanny, Ovidio and their helpful sons and friends have created a fun, enjoyable and proactive environment. I would highly recommend volunteering here. I arrived on the weekend and I was lucky enough to experience the fair that happens once a year. What a funny and full day of learning about all the local fincas and communities. From Monday onwards, the work was chill, but very rewarding. I learnt a lot about Ecuadorian fruits, plants and wildlife. Fanny's cooking is out of this world and she treats you like one of her own sons. Can't forget about the Lily the cat 🐱
about 1 year ago
United Kingdom
Incredible experience! Was amazing to work in such a beautiful place, with really fun and interesting people! The volunteer house was lovely, we had a private room that was very comfortable. The work was fun, and it was great to work alongside the people living there :) The time off was amazing, the guys always had something fun for us to do! We will miss you all a lot, and we will miss señora Fanny's cooking! I hope we can come back one day 💖💖
over 1 year ago
United Kingdom
We had an incredible time staying here, the people were lovely, the work was varied and fun, and the activities we did were amazing! Señora fanny is an amazing cook and she made us breakfast and lunch every day, they give ingredients for dinner. The work changed every day, e.g. harvesting cacao and lemons; and making an orchid flower bed. It's a beautiful farm using agroforestry and ponds for fish! It was super fun, and interesting to get to know people who live here! Our days off were great! Our favourites were visiting the Kichwa community (who the farm works with often) and dancing in Puyo!
over 1 year ago
Belgium
This place was wonderful, the finca is huge and they cultivate a lot of things. They're ambitious, have a lot of projects and do everything on their own. The team was very friendly, very human, understandable and flexible. They are very happy to make you visit the nice surrounding areas such as rivers, mountains, Puyo etc. The nature there is stunning. You will not get bored. The food they cook is delicious too and they grow their own fish too. They will leave you well enough local food for you to cook in the evenings too. Just be aware that the climate can be quite harsh there...
over 1 year ago
Brazil
It was a very positive experience! Fanny is a very attentive host who cares about the well-being of the volunteers, and did everything to ensure I had a great experience during my stay. The work is calm, the hours are respected, and I had the opportunity to learn how to make chocolate and humitas, as well as to learn a little more about the local cuisine and culture. And, of course, the dogs make great company during the day! I am very grateful for the experience and for everything I could learn and experience during volunteering. I highly recommend it!
2 months ago
United States
It was a pleasant experience in my life to share with such a beautiful family, Mr. Ovidio. Mrs. Fany and her three children are adorable people; I learned a lot, in addition to sharing their customs, their culture and their delicious food. I loved this place, the contact with nature, its sounds and the connection with the rain at night; it is total relaxation. Any volunteer who loves nature, this place is the best. I recommend it 100%. I hope to return at any time. A thousand thanks 😊
4 months ago
Spain
An incredible experience! I felt at home, the place is great. I connected a lot!!!
5 months ago
