Conservation and Sustainability in the Cloud Forest
The core focus of this initiative is the active conservation of fragile cloud forest ecosystems through essential tasks such as habitat restoration, native plant planting, invasive species removal, and biodiversity monitoring (birds and amphibians).
Volunteers will also support trail maintenance, assist animal rescue centers, and participate in environmental education initiatives.
The primary goal is to mitigate human impact and raise awareness regarding the importance of these unique environments. Volunteers collaborate directly with technicians and local communities on tasks, including cleaning, nest building, tree planting, and local wildlife care. Work is often conducted in small groups to maximize impact.
In partnership with the reserve, we conduct boundary checks and conservation activities, with a special emphasis on endangered and endemic species. We also implement agroecological practices to promote sustainability and balance agriculture with the environment, working toward the comprehensive preservation of this unique ecosystem.
Program Highlights
Program Highlights
Reforestation & Forestry: Planting native trees, managing nurseries, and collecting seeds to restore degraded areas.
• Wildlife Monitoring: Utilizing camera traps to track large mammals and participating in specific species research (e.g., Capuchin monkeys).
• Reserve Maintenance: Designing, opening, and maintaining forest trails and infrastructure.
• Organic Agriculture: Cultivating organic vegetables, medicinal plants, and sustainable crops like coffee and cocoa.
• Eco-Construction: Applying sustainable building techniques using local materials.
• Remote Immersion: Living on-site in biological stations or volunteer houses nestled directly within the forest.
Program Highlights
Reforestation & Forestry: Planting native trees, managing nurseries, and collecting seeds to restore degraded areas.
• Wildlife Monitoring: Utilizing camera traps to track large mammals and participating in specific species research (e.g., Capuchin monkeys).
• Reserve Maintenance: Designing, opening, and maintaining forest trails and infrastructure.
• Organic Agriculture: Cultivating organic vegetables, medicinal plants, and sustainable crops like coffee and cocoa.
• Eco-Construction: Applying sustainable building techniques using local materials.
• Remote Immersion: Living on-site in biological stations or volunteer houses nestled directly within the forest.
Logistics
• Location: Chocó Andino, Ecuador (Available year-round)
• Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Accommodation: Volunteer House with full board
• Requirements: Basic Spanish required; open to all ages
Cost: Starting from $660
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Testimonials
My teacher Cecilia way very nice and patiant, the lessons were intensive but . I could learn a lot and she was very professional. All the tecahers were are very friendly and fun
The activities are so munch fun and it´s perfect to get to know the other students. German and Fernanda did a fantastic job and i enjoyed all the activities
I felt very confortable in the school and the ambiente is good., i like the garden and that the administration is next to the entry.
“My teacher Cecilia way very nice and patient, the lessons were intensive, but I could learn a lot and she was very professional. All the teachers are very friendly and fun.”
“The activities are so much fun and perfect to get to know the other students. Herman and Fernanda did a fantastic job and I enjoyed all the activities.”
“I felt very comfortable in the school and the environment is good. I like the garden and that the administration is next to the entry.”
The teachers were very good, patient, funny, interesting, combining Spanish classes with interesting information about Ecuador and South America.”
“Fun activities (cocktail-making and football), interesting activities (chocolate-making with cacao), entertaining and well-organized trips (Cotopaxi).
“Cooperative, nice break with cultural insights (food and drink), nice people from all over the world, much positivity.”
“Very good! Adriana was very friendly, and she was very good at explaining in Spanish so that we could understand. I would recommend her to anyone looking for lessons.”
“The activities were very good, and it was nice to get to know everyone at the school. It was also good to meet the other students who were also learning Spanish.”
“Everyone at the school was very friendly and it was a nice environment to practice Spanish.”