An experience recommended for all

My main tasks involved working with consideration to protect and preserve the biodiversity of the bees and the well being of the community. I would wake up at 7.30 am, take an outdoor shower, be ready for breakfast at around 8-8.30, start work at 9.30 ish, take an hour for lunch at 1/2 pm and finish work at 4/4.30 pm. My tasks involved: sowing seeds, watering crops, creation and maintenance of vegetable gardens, help in the preparation of food and assist when tourists came to the farm.

My time in Ecuador was physically exhausting, I was not used to such heat (or working so hard) I absolutely loved it though and had the best time I could have possibly asked for. There is no testimonial I could give to the people that I met and worked with that would sufficiently sum up their hard-work, determination and humbleness. My experience was eye-opening and life changing and I cannot wait for the day that I return there. Although I experienced a bit of a language barrier, I could still immerse in the wonderful and vibrant community and history that the bee farm and Ecuador offer me. I deeply recommend this project, I was not disappointed, and neither will you.