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Canada

5

I really enjoyed my stay at the farm. I met incredible people from all over the world and the locals were just so kind and giving. I really felt at home. The work was harder than I expected especially because of all the walking that was needed to change the horses of fields, but it was so fulfilling. We had a little issue with our beds but otherwise everything was perfect. The horses were great too. I really recommend this place if you like to walk, meet new people, want to learn spanish, know how to ride horses and are open-minded. This experience will leave you speechless!

9 months ago

Rodrigo replied

Thanks so much for your help. I wish you all the best.

Germany

5

I worked for Alejandro, a friend of Rodrigo. He is very lovely, generous and experienced with horses. I was training his 8 horses for two weeks. I had my own room and bathroom. If you are willing to work and are a very good and experienced rider - this is a truly great place. If you are rather looking for a "chill place" to just have a good time with horses - you'd better look somewhere else! Alejandro has a lot of energy and showed me around in Quito and the riding clubs during my stay with him. I have had a very good time at his place and can recommend him to good riders by heart ❤️

11 months ago

Rodrigo replied

Hola Eva,

Lamento no haber podido conocerte, pero siempre me asegure de que estes bien con Alejo. Las chicas francesas no son parte de ninguna plataforma, Alejo me dijo que son ociosas y sin experiencia. Era la obligación de alejo forzarles a trabajar o dejar el lugar, de hecho se lo dije más de una vez, pero él, por su buen corazón no lo hizo.
A nombre de Alejo, te agradezco muchisimo por tu ayuda, el estuvo muy feliz de recibirte. Puedes volver cuando tu quieras, sera un gusto.

France

4

I had a great time at the farm ! The team working there was very lovely and took care of us as volunteers, especially Franklin and Veronica. I learned a lot on horses, however we were unlucky because of the strikes Rodrigo wasn't able to come as much as he wanted. The job is very physical, it's about 8h/day, and we didn't get to ride horses a lot (+/- twice a week) so it can be a bit frustrating if you want to ride a lot. I also went to Alejandro's house and had a lovely time there riding horses and learning from him.

about 2 months ago

Rodrigo replied

Hola Louisa,
Gracias por tu ayuda en la hacienda. Me gusto conocerte y compartir mas, pero las circunstancias del paro fueron terrorificas, perdimos muchisimo dinero pero finalmente se supero.
Espero haya na proxima oportunidad, seras siempre bienvenida.
Saludos,
Rodrigo

United States

4

I really enjoyed my time at the Hacienda. Veronica, Franklin, and Ezekiel really went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and make sure I was always learning something, never bored, and well taken care of. The Hacienda is beautiful and you get to be immersed in nature every day. It is true that you walk A LOT. At least 4 miles a day. If you are up for hard work, some days very tiring, then this experience is for you. I enjoyed my work here but there are some differences, for example you work about 8 hours a day and ride maybe once or twice a week. Overall I had a nice time :)

3 months ago

Rodrigo replied

Hola Jessica,
Thanks for your comment. Yes, there was not time for riding, specially because of the strikes. Moreover, I know that Ezequiel is not an expert rider and it does not help, I always encourage volunteers to keep some horses near the house and then using them to move the other horses, but Ezequiel does not want to understand this idea.

Thanks for all your help.

Netherlands

2

For me it was not a good experience. The workers are really nice, but the host not so much. If you expect to ride different horses that are also actually trained well, this wouldn't be the place for you. Horses are very young, but very nice. The riding is only possible with a couple of them. It's also a lot of walking to and from the fields, which wasn't a problem but decide for yourself if this is something for you. You also buy and cook your own food, with exceptions of some products like milk, eggs, bread. The actual training with guidance is not a lot of times. I left earlier.

7 months ago

Netherlands

5

I had an amazing 6 weeks at the farm. The horses were really nice and gained a lot of riding experience. Rodrigo doesn't live on the farm but he visited us weekly and took us out for dinner and in the morning yoga and breakfast. He also practiced horsemanship and explained it to us what was really nice. Jose and Veronica are both nice and if you needed something they helped you. It was my first volunteer experience and it was definitely a good one! I recommend it. For questions don't hesitated to asks me!

about 1 year ago

Denmark

5

My stay at the farm was absolutely amazing. I stayed 3 weeks but could've stayed longer! You get to ride and work with young horses and learn about natural horsemanship. Rodrigo was super welcoming of eager to teach us what he knows about horses. And you also have beautiful nature around the farm to explore. Definitely recommend!

about 1 year ago

Rodrigo replied

I do Hope to see you again.

Poland

5

The place is great, beautifully located in a nice valley on Ecuadorian highlands, a paradise for nature/mountain and horse lovers! A peaceful green oasis about 30 minutes by bus from Otavalo town with views of the surrounding volcanoes.💚🗻💚🐎 Typical life on a farm in the countryside: simple, slower and working with horses is very pleasant. Although for some it may require more effort depending on their individual physical condition. Food partly from the farm: fresh raw milk in abundance, you can ask for eggs, you can also find some lemon trees with lemons 😜

about 1 year ago

Rodrigo replied

Kasia was a great volunteer, It was a pleasure to have her cooperation at the farm. She was not a horse expert but she learned a lot and hopefully as from now on she will love horses even more. Kasi, you are welcome to come back.

France

5

My experience was incredible. If you like nature, horses, and discovering and learning new things, go for it! Rodrigo and José are great! Thank you for this adventure, I miss the hacienda so much 🥲

over 1 year ago

Rodrigo replied

It was nice to meet and share with you Juliette, thanks for your help, I wish you all the best.
Rodrigo

United States

5

I had an incredible experience here. I felt connected to the land and to the other volunteers, and the location is beautiful. I wish I could have stayed much longer, but due to personal health issues I had to leave early. I recommend this to anyone wanting to improve their horsemanship and live slowly, intentionally, and vividly.

over 1 year ago

Rodrigo replied

A nice person, t was a pleasure haeing you as volunteer.
Feel fre to call me back any timeyou desire to come back.

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