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ENGLISH:
Our hacienda is a paradisiacal corner, nestled in the heart of the exuberant Manduriacu Valley. Surrounded by crystalline waterfalls, rushing rivers and a virgin jungle, it is the perfect destination for nature and adventure lovers. Imagine waking up to the singing of birds and the murmur of the river, and then exploring hidden trails and discovering the rich biodiversity of the Amazon.
This place is a serene refuge, nestled among the majestic mountains of the northwest of Pichincha. Surrounded by green meadows and ancient semi-tropical forests, it offers an idyllic escape from urban life. Mornings wake up to the singing of birds and the murmur of a crystalline river that meanders through the property. The nights, under an infinite starry sky, are the perfect setting to relax and connect with nature.
Our farm is a feast for the senses. Our cuisine, based on local products and ancestral recipes, will delight your palate. Enjoy homemade meals prepared with fresh ingredients from our garden and share unforgettable moments with our family. We invite you to immerse yourself in our culture and learn about our traditions.
We are committed to sustainability and caring for the environment. We practice organic agriculture, promote responsible consumption and offer our volunteers the opportunity to participate in conservation, agriculture and household work projects. Live a unique experience connecting with nature and supporting our projects.
Important Rafael Mena Nasser is the person in charge of managing the workaway page, updating the information, uploading photos and sending messages.
The food offered will only be from Monday to Friday, breakfast and lunch. The volunteer has access to the facilities to prepare their dinners and their weekend food (Saturday and Sunday). The food is at their own expense (they can take food from our farm and grown on our land).
Access transportation:
Ofelia bus station, MINAS fleet. Ofelia Terminal, Quito, Ecuador.
The bus schedule to access the farm is:
6:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
There is no one to receive the volunteers after 5:00 pm.
We also welcome volunteers who wish to stay for medium and long periods (4 weeks and up).
ESPAÑOL:
Nuestra hacienda es un rincón paradisíaco, anidado en el corazón del exuberante Valle de Manduriacu. Rodeada de cascadas cristalinas, ríos caudalosos y una selva virgen, es el destino perfecto para los amantes de la naturaleza y la aventura. Imagina despertar con el canto de las aves y el rumor del río, para luego explorar senderos ocultos y descubrir la rica biodiversidad de la Amazonía.
Este lugar es un refugio sereno, anidado entre las majestuosas montañas del nor occidente de Pichincha. Rodeada de verdes praderas y bosques semi tropicales milenarios, ofrece un escape idílico de la vida urbana. Las mañanas se despiertan con el canto de los pájaros y el murmullo de un río cristalino que serpentea por la propiedad. Las noches, bajo un cielo estrellado infinito, son el escenario perfecto para relajarse y conectar con la naturaleza.
Nuestra hacienda es un festín para los sentidos. Nuestra cocina, basada en productos locales y recetas ancestrales, deleitará tu paladar. Disfruta de comidas caseras preparadas con ingredientes frescos de nuestra huerta y comparte momentos inolvidables con nuestra familia. Te invitamos a sumergirte en nuestra cultura y conocer nuestras tradiciones.
Tenemos un compromiso con la sostenibilidad y el cuidado del medio ambiente. Practicamos la agricultura orgánica, promovemos el consumo responsable y ofrecemos a nuestros voluntarios la oportunidad de participar en proyectos de conservación, agricultura y labores del hogar. Vive una experiencia única conectando con la naturaleza y apoyando nuestros proyectos.
La alimentación ofrecida seran unicamente de lunes a viernes, el desayuno y la comida. El / la voluntari@ tienen acceso a las instalaciones para preparar sus cenas y su alimentacion de fin de semana ( sabado y domingo) la alimentacion corre por su cuenta ( pueden tomar alimentos propios de nuestra granja y cultivados en nuestras tierras) .
Transporte de acceso:
Estación de autobuses de la Ofelia, flota MINAS. Terminal de la Ofelia, Quito, Ecuador.
El horario de autobuses para acceder a la granja son:
6:00 am
9:00 am
12:00 pm
No hay quién reciba a los voluntarios pasada las 17:00 pm.
También damos la bienvenida a voluntarios que deseen quedarse en periodos medianos y largos (4 semanas en adelante).
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They can learn about our culture, language and the work that we do on a daily basis at our farm. Try new foods and learn to cultivate our ecological organic ground products!!
Podrán aprender sobre nuestra cultura, idioma y el trabajo que realizamos diariamente en nuestra finca. ¡¡Prueba nuevos alimentos y aprende a cultivar nuestros productos ecológicos de tierra orgánica!!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We like to receive volunteers with a good attitude and willingness to share with the family, to collaborate and to work on various projects that can be both in agriculture, as well as in matters of carpentry, animal care, DIY in general, garden care work. or gardens or in general, on day-to-day issues. The person who will receive them personally is AMEETA, the owner of the hacienda. We are very respectful and attentive and expect the same treatment in return.
We appreciate you reading our ratings and comments on our profile so you can get to know us better before you arrive.
Nos gusta recibir voluntarios con buena actitud y predisposición a compartir en familia, en colaborar y en trabajar en proyectos varios que puede ser tanto en agricultura, como en temas de carpintería, cuidado de animales, bricolaje en general, trabajo de cuidado de huerto o jardines o en general, en temas del día a día. Quien los recibirá personalmente es AMEETA , la dueña de la hacienda. Somos muy respetuosos y atentos y esperamos el mismo trato de regreso.
Apreciamos que lean nuestras calificaciones y comentarios de nuestro perfil para que puedan conocernos más antes de llegar.
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We offer individual rooms or cabins and individual bathroom.
Ofrecemos habitaciones o cabañas individuales y baño individual.
What else ...
Our place is three hours away from the capital city ( Quito) there is a direct bus that passes both ways at the doors of our farm and departs and arrives at the OFELIA bus stop at the north of Quito. The nearest country village is san José de magdalena and twenty minutes walking and there are beautiful waterfalls and cascades, many fruit trees, and infinity hiking spaces to explore. We ask all volunteers to help around with tasks as needed. We exchange food and accomodations for work. we have grocery stores at the nearest town. We forbid the use of drugs and alcohol or innapropriate behavior. People who don´t respect these rules will be asked to leave.
Nuestro lugar está a tres horas de la ciudad capital (Quito) hay un bus directo que pasa en ambos sentidos en las puertas de nuestra finca y sale y llega a la parada de OFELIA al norte de Quito. El pueblo de campo más cercano es san José de magdalena y a veinte minutos caminando hay hermosas cascadas y cascadas, muchos árboles frutales e infinitos espacios de senderismo para explorar. Les pedimos a todos los voluntarios que ayuden con las tareas según sea necesario. Intercambiamos comida y alojamiento por trabajo. Tenemos tiendas de comestibles en el pueblo más cercano. Prohibimos el uso de drogas y alcohol o comportamientos inapropiados. A las personas que no respeten estas reglas se les pedirá que se retiren.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Si, contamos con conexión a internet.
Space for parking camper vans
Yes, there's lot of space.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Feedback (26)
cocinan muy bien, fueron muy comunicativos y disfrutamos de su compañía, nos ayudaron en la platanera y en la limpieza de la granja.
les decíamos mucha suerte en su proximo voluntariado.
El lugar es increíble, posee una bajada al río, en la naturaleza pura, lleno de cultivos, animales. Es un lugar para desconectar… read more
El trabajo es organizado de un día… read more
Lots to do on the property, from farm work, preparing food, working with… read more
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cocinan muy bien, fueron muy comunicativos y disfrutamos de su compañía, nos ayudaron en la platanera y en la limpieza de la granja.
les decíamos mucha suerte en su proximo voluntariado.
El lugar es increíble, posee una bajada al río, en la naturaleza pura, lleno de cultivos, animales. Es un lugar para desconectar… read more
El trabajo es organizado de un día… read more
Lots to do on the property, from farm work, preparing food, working with… read more
Ay un variedad de lugares touristico por visitar en los fines de semaña por exemplo Los Cedros o el Museo Indigena en Tulipe. La gente en… read more
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Matth and I stayed two weeks with Ameeta and the rest of the family. They were all very welcoming. We spent an amazing two weeks there, filled with interesting discoveries, relaxing free time and nice community living.
I recommend this workaway… read more
The work starts at around 06.30 to prepare breakfast, you… read more
Por un lado Nicolás es una persona muy disciplinada, organizado, enfocado y con un excelente humor. Sabe lo que quiere y trabaja hasta conseguirlo.
Clara es una chica muy bondadosa, dulce, decidida, disciplinada, entusiasta y siempre sonriendo.
Juntos conforman un excelente equipo de… read more
Gracias a Ameeta por tu comida rica, por haberme recibido en tu finca muy agradable, por el encuentro… read more
There's a lot to be said about this place but I'll give special mention to the food. If you are in anyway a food fanatic then… read more
We worked a bit on the garden, to take care of the plants, put seeds,... Also, we help on the fields of cacao, oranges, peanuts, bananas,... that was great even if it was sometimes hard to work with the sun . Anyway, amita made all the time good limonade to refresh you !
We made… read more
I had a… read more
Todo el tiempo compartido fue interesante, el trabajo siempre variado, el paisaje precioso y la comida: riquísima !
Nos fuimos con el corazón lleno de amor y alegría.
Muchas gracias por… read more
The food offered is really good, we had the chance to try new recipes and also to cook in a few ocasions.
Alfredo, who cordinate our job, was really easy going. We alse had the chance to swim in the river or the pool, eat fresh picked fruits, play with the dogs,… read more
Carola and Giacomo are a great working couple. I highly recommend them. Great help . Lots of love for them.
The place is really nice in the middle of the forest, with a lot of fruits and delicious food that Amita cook. There is a wonderful river where every day we swim. Don't esitate to come here.
The location itself is absolutely amazing. The rivers… read more
Thank you, I had a wonderful time :-)
We have Been clear about respecting the Number and hours of work a day. We are new to Workaway but no One el se has complained. Everyone has been grateful with Ameeta ( my loving grandmother). I'm sorry if You had other expectations and for not beeing able to meet You. You are moré than welcome to come back anyntime. All the help… read more
