Mondo challenge

Work in Ecuador in the Mountains or on the Coast

 
recruiter : Mondo challenge
location : Nationwide
job term : Temporary or Contract/Full-time
reference : PR3132625
contact : Anthony Lunch
posted on : 12/05/08 at 12:17
 


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  Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South America yet it has an enormous biodiversity. Many people believe it is one of the easiest and most pleasant countries to travel in. The Andes form the backbone of the country whose borders are Colombia to the north, Peru on the south and east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The country has a fabulous coast line but also has tropical jungle, snow capped mountains and volcanoes; quite a feast for volunteers keen on outdoor opportunities!
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The essence of our projects is that they are community based. You will live and work with local people. The ability to
contribute something to a relatively poor community is very satisfying. However, as with all MondoChallenge projects, you
yourself will gain far more, just by appreciating the simplicity of the life and values of the people.

In 2006 we introduced 6 brand new projects; 4 in the Andes, in areas listed among the ten most biologically important in
the world; and 2 on the coast, around beautiful Puerto Lopez. Specific programmes include teaching 5-12 year olds in
public primary schools in:

Apuela (Andes) - This small Andean mountain town on the western slope of the Andes is 3 hours west of Otavalo, which is
only 1.5 hours north of Quito. It is one of the ten biologically most important areas of the world -there are more
endemic species here than in even the Amazon basin!

Peñaherrera (Andes) - 8km (20mins drive) from Apuela. Volunteers may also teach English via the radio and get involved
with local grassroot businesses, eg. jam production.

Oyacachi (Andes) - Less than 3 hours east of Quito, Oyacachi is famous for its local fresh cheese production, hot thermal
baths, woodcrafts and hiking. Volunteers could also get involved in the development of these local business, as well as
tourism promotional work.

Patate (Andes) - In the central highlands, 3-4 hours south of Quito, Patate overlooks the active volcano Tunghurahua and
is not far from the beautiful resort town of Baños, famous for its hot springs.

Puerto Lopez (Coast) - 4 to 5 hours bus ride north of Guayaquil & 10 hours from Quito, Puerto Lopez is a medium-sized
fishing/tourist town with good amenities. Volunteers can also work with the tourist information centre.

Salango - A small fishing village, Salango is 10-minutes south of Puerto Lopez. This area is excellent for whale-watching
from June to September & a short boat ride finds you at the beautiful 'Poor Man's Galapagos' - Isla de la Plata.

As very little English is spoken, volunteers MUST acquire a good knowledge of Spanish before arriving on projects. We can
arrange tuition in Quito and Puerto Lopez, even for complete beginners!


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