Voluntourism with Planeterra


 

Project Ecuador

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A true cultural immersion, this experience is comprised of a hands-on volunteer project in the coastal community of Rio Muchacho.

We spend 4 days helping out local people on an organic farm, at the local primary school, and in the community.

Join us on this unique adventure of a lifetime and give back to a community that is home to some of the best sites in Ecuador.

Trip Highlights:

Quito, Bahía de Caráquez, Rio Muchacho Volunteer Project

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TRIP LENGTH: 8 days
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Light walking and hiking that is suitable for most fitness levels.
PRICE: FROM $939 USD

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Day 1

  Arrive Quito
Arrive in Quito at any time.

Day 2

  Bahía de Caráquez/Rio Muchacho
Morning flight to the Ecuadorian coast and travel to Bahía de Caráquez, known as Ecuador’s eco-city. Enjoy an afternoon city tour including panoramic lookout points, the local market and Bahia’s oldest resident Miguelito, the 96 year old Galapagos turtle.

Day 3-6

  Community Volunteer Project
Spend 4 days in the coastal community of Rio Muchacho volunteering on the organic farm, at the primary school and assisting in community development projects.  This is not only a chance to see rural Ecuador as the locals do, but to share, learn, and participate in a different culture.

Day 7

  Quito (B)
Return flight to Quito and enjoy your last night on the town.

Day 8

 Depart Quito


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