Ecological Reserve Galera, Ecuador

5.0
(20 reviews)20

Sea Turtle & Tropical Rainforest Conservation Program

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This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
20 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Learn about sustainability
19 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Connect with nature
19 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Social Work
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Additional Fee
This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.

Additional fee required

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Amount

US$ 25

Per day

Fee pays for

  • Benefits for travelers
  • Materials for volunteer activities

Description

Esta cuota se destina a cubrir gastos de alimentación, mantenimiento de los espacios, camas confortables (proporcionamos sábanas, almohadas y mosquiteros), Internet alta velocidad Starlink, herramientas, transporte entre las comunidades de la península Galera - San Francisco.

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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

Gain hands-on experience in sea turtle conservation—monitor nesting beaches, protect eggs, and combat plastic pollution. Learn about tropical permaculture and help conserve vital rainforest ecosystems. We are also involved in environmental education activities at local schools. Be part of real impact in a critical biodiversity hotspot.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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20 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Ecological Reserve

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Learning about sustainability
  • 19 Get in touch with nature
  • 19 Developing environmental awareness
  • 16 Meeting international travelers
  • 16 Practicing Spanish
  • 16 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 19 14. Life below water
  • 17 15. Life on land
  • 16 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 14 13. Climate action
  • 11 4. Quality education
  • 10 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 7 5. Gender equality
  • 5 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Canada

5

I stayed a little over a month at the reserve with Andrea and Diego. I was warmly welcomed with open arms. They are two people full of knowledge, with big hearts and a true desire to make a difference for the environment and biodiversity. Here, you'll learn many things, meet locals, connect with travelers from all around the world, live in a paradise in the middle of nowhere, and learn to live in the present moment. I will be forever grateful, thank you for everything.

15 days ago

France

5

I stayed a bit less than a month with Diego and Andrea and I will cherish the moments spent with them forever. They make you feel home, they teach you many many things about nature and the local life. You also get to improve your spanish with them which is so fun. The working hours are always so interesting, we mostly worked in the garden, jungle or on the beach. But you also have plenty of free time to enjoy the beautiful area. Thank you for everything, see you soon 🩷 Laura

29 days ago

United States

5

Diego and Andrea are incredible people and are so passionate about their work! I met awesome people on the trip and the housing was a unique experience! 10/10 would go back again!!

about 2 months ago

Lithuania

5

Andreja & Diego were welcoming & provided everything we asked for & more! Having a group as motivated & positive to experience this with was also a huge help. The accommodation was exactly what you should expect from a remote rainforest the reserve. With that being said please come prepared! What they're doing out here is monumental & it was a great pleasure to contribute to the effort. Extremely proud of everyone & i cant wait to come back!

about 2 months ago

United States

5

The reserve is THE BEST!!! Diego and Andrea are the most amazing kind people I have met and they made me feel like family from day 1. The coolest people I swear!! And so many amazing activities and learning opportunities. Could not recommend the reserve more!!!

about 2 months ago

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