Ecuador is a pocket-sized slice of beautiful South America. Despite its diminutive size, it is bursting with vibrant culture, mesmerising landscapes, exotic tropical wildlife and pristine habitats. Including the all-consuming emerald rainforests of the Amazon, it is rich in rare and endangered species.
Ecuador has a picture-perfect capital painted in pastel colours, alive with cafés, clubs, bars, churches and museums. Markets where friendly locals sell their wares are surrounded by the hustle and bustle of traditional street life. In contrast, the peaceful and serene Andes provide a home for indigenous mountain communities and enigmatic mountain creatures alike. This captivating country contains a culture that is expressed in an abundance of wholesome and delicious cuisine, diverse musical forms and colourful festivals that will enliven your senses. Whilst it is South America's tiniest country, it has everything you could possibly want, including stretches of white sand beaches, expansive plains, steamy jungles and spectacular mountains. All this and more is waiting to be discovered on your spectacular Ecuadorian adventure!
This placement will allow you to take what you have learnt in the classroom and apply this in a practical way working hands-on with our experienced staff caring for the animals at this incredible wildlife sanctuary based in the forest. A moderate knowledge of Spanish would be useful.
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PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
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Discover a a pocket-sized slice of beautiful South America
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Gain invaluable experience
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Immerse yourself in a new and exciting culture
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
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Minimum age of 18 years
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Moderate level of Spanish.
FAST FACTS
Location |
Ecuador |
Activities |
Filing and keeping animal records
Caring for sick and injured animals
Operations (where applicable)
Animal check-ups / monitoring
Meat inspections
Food distribution |
Transport |
Airport pick-up |
Accommodation |
Volunteer cabins / Dorms |
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Before you go |
Pre-departure support
Travel & medical advice & documentation
Equipment advice
Discounted medical kit
Free Frontier T-shirt |
In-country |
Accommodation
Food
Airport pick-up
Ground transfer to project site & in-transit accommodation
Local orientation
Project training
In-country emergency support
24-hour international HQ backup |
QUALIFICATIONS
A variety of qualifications are available on many of our projects. For example, BTEC certificates and diplomas on our Group conservation projects and TEFL certificates and BTECs on most of our teaching projects. You may also be able to gain a CoPE to support your university application. For more information on these qualifications, please see the qualifications section of our website or ask your volunteer advisor.