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My name is Damian, I'm an architect, designer, bamboo craftsman, and I currently manage an eco-lodge located on the Ecuadorian coast.
This project is situated high in the mountains with a privileged view of the sea and surrounded by a forest and animals in their natural habitat. It was built with local labor and volunteers, using natural materials such as bamboo, wood, and natural fibers.
The project features cabins, shared dormitories, a yoga area, a swimming pool, a bar, and a restaurant.
Our goal is to make it the best meeting place for travelers, tourists, artists, and socio-cultural events.
Location: 20 minutes walking from Olon beach
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Mi nombre es Damián, soy arquitecto, diseñador, bambusero y actualmente administro un eco-lodge ubicado en la costa ecuatoriana
Este proyecto está emplazado en la parte alta de la montaña con una vista privilegiada al mar y rodeado de un bosque y animales en su hábitat natural. Fue construido con mano de obra local y voluntarios, utilizamos materiales naturales como el bambú, madera y fibras naturales.
El proyecto cuenta con cabañas, dormitorios compartidos, área de yoga, piscina, bar y restaurante.
Nuestro objetivo es convertirlo en el mejor espacio de encuentro para viajeros, turistas, artistas y eventos socio culturales.
Ubicación: 20 minutos caminando desde la playa de Olon
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Interests
Photography
Art & design
Carpentry
Languages
Architecture
Self development
Culture
Sustainability
Yoga / Wellness
Water sports
Nature
Beach
Mountain
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
By volunteering and staying in our eco-lodge in Olón, travellers become part of the local community and learn about traditions, celebration and typical food. Helping alongside Ecuadorian staff in the hostel, bar, restaurant, and daily activities creates an authentic cultural exchange, improving your Spanish while chilling at our magic place.
As an architect and designer, we can talk about projects, local materials, visit a bamboo forest and everything related to this topic.
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Al ser voluntarios en nuestro eco-lodge en Olón, los participantes se integran a la comunidad local y aprenden sobre tradiciones, celebraciones y gastronomía típica. Trabajar junto al personal ecuatoriano en el hostal, el bar, el restaurante y las actividades diarias crea un auténtico intercambio cultural, mejorando tu español mientras te relajas en nuestro mágico lugar.
Como arquitectos y diseñadores, podemos hablar sobre proyectos, materiales locales, visitar un bosque de bambú y todo lo relacionado con este tema.
Help
We are working on small details in wood, bamboo, wall art and general property maintenance.
Also, we at looking for a yoga teaches and help in the hostel.
If you have experience in these areas, please send us a message
We want to offer the best experience in this wonderful place.
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Estamos trabajando en pequeños detalles en madera, bambú, arte en paredes, y mantenimiento en general de la propiedad.
También necesitamos una profesora de yoga y ayuda en el hostel.
Si tienes experiencia en estas áreas envíanos un mensaje
Queremos ofrecer la mejor experiencia en este lugar maravilloso.
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: Intermediate
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Mi primera lengua es el Español así que puedo ayudar a mejorar tu español. I also speak english but I like to practice and learn more.
Accommodation
We have a room with four beds available for volunteers; the bathroom and facilities are shared.
On-site amenities include Wi-Fi, social areas, yoga area and a swimming pool.
Breakfast is included.
And as a member of the staff, you receive discounts on food and drinks!
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Disponemos de una habitación con 4 camas para voluntarios, el baño y servicios son compartidos.
Además, tienes acceso a WIFI, áreas sociales, yoga y piscina.
Incluye desayuno
Y como parte del staff tienes descuentos en comidas y bebidas.
What else ...
Olón is well-known for its cultural activities, wellness options like yoga and surfing, and a beautiful beach. The accommodation is located a 7-minute drive or taxi ride (2.50 pesos each way), or about a 20-minute walk. It's a very safe area to walk around.
I'm usually traveling back and forth from town, so if your schedule coincides, I can give you a ride.
We ask that you maintain strict cleanliness and care in the dormitories and common areas.
Drinking and smoking are not permitted in the dormitories or common areas.
Disrespectful behavior towards our staff is not allowed.
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Olón es muy conocido por ser un pueblo con actividades culturales, actividades de bienestar como yoga y surf y una hermosa playa. El hospedaje está ubicado a 7 minutos en carro o taxi ($2,50 cada trayecto) caminando son aproximadamente 20 minutos, es una zona muy segura para caminar.
Yo normalmente estoy yendo y viniendo del pueblo, si coincidimos los puedo llevar y traer.
En el dormitorio y áreas comunes solicitamos extrema limpieza y cuidado.
No se permite beber ni fumar dentro de los dormitorios ni espacios sociales.
No se permite mal comportamiento con las personas que trabajan aquí.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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As a person, he is very respectful and empathetic.
I recommend him as a volunteer!!
We shared with 2 other volunteers at the same time, we cooked together,played cards and other games.
I highly recommend him as a volunteer.
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As a person, he is very respectful and empathetic.
I recommend him as a volunteer!!
We shared with 2 other volunteers at the same time, we cooked together,played cards and other games.
I highly recommend him as a volunteer.
The cabin was awesome, with a view of the ocean, 20 minute walk to town, very tranquil in the evenings. Good crew of guys working on the… read more
He knows a lot about rehabilitation work, he helped us a lot in my project during the three weeks he was at my workaway.
I hope you have the opportunity to work with him!!!
He has worked in rehabilitation and construction before, so he helped us a lot in our project.
In our free time, we spend time cooking and surfing, he is very flexible and dynamic with day-to-day plans.
I really recommend him for your workaway!
They participated in my volunteer program for two weeks. During this time, we worked with bamboo, treated wood, cleaning walls and learned how to use power tools.
Additionally, together with local workers, we built a large roof structure.
In their free time, we cooked together (they are excellent cooks),… read more
