Pmgy Volunteer In Ecuador

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Accommodation

Homestay During your time on the Ecuador volunteer programs, you will live in our homestay family accommodation. The accommodation is basic but comfortable and located in the city of Quito. You’ll be living with local families who will guide you in Quito. Furthermore, they will help to improve your knowledge of the Spanish Language! It is important to note that the homestay families will usually speak no English at all. The host families are located in or just outside of central Quito. They are all within 30 minutes bus of your volunteer work in Ecuador. Each room has single beds, up to 3 people per room (same-sex rooms only). Participants are provided with bed linen and cupboard space to store clothes and accessories. All participants will have their own keys for the front of the building, apartment and their bedroom. Bathrooms are shared. Each bathroom has a shower and western style toilet. The house has Wi-Fi and a communal area for participants to hang out with their host families. There is also a kitchen with a refrigerator to store any items you need to keep chilled. However, please ask the host family for some fridge space out of respect in advance. The families of the homestay normally have a separate area within the house for their family, yet they love to interact with participants. Therefore they will be excited to hear about your days and experiences in Ecuador. Above all, the host family set-up ensures you have round the clock support and security. In addition, you will get the chance to improve your Spanish language skills. Your host family location is usually linked to your volunteer in Ecuador project location. For the reason that it allows for more practical logistics to get to and from the project. Therefore, should you have requirements to be in the same accommodation as another PMGY application then be sure to highlight this on your online application.

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Flights

International flights are not included in the Program Fee.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

Meals

During your volunteer trip to Ecuador, meals are not included. However, the homestay will be equipped with a kitchen including all the appliances and items needed. As a result, you will be able to prepare yourself three nutritious meals a day. In addition, you will be able to interact with other international volunteers in a communal setting when preparing and eating meals. The homestay is located in a great area. This hip spot has small food markets and large convenience stores. Therefore, whether you are preparing a frozen pizza or frying some fish and chips everything is in close proximity. If you have any questions about the kitchen or where to buy items the local team is always on hand to help. Volunteers tend to put their heads together and arrange to cook together on certain nights. In the same vein, volunteers will then split the costs involved for the food items. If you are up for some communal cooking, get involved! There is also an option to pay 70 USD per week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your host family will provide you with three freshly prepared meals per day (Mon-Sun). Most meals are traditional Ecuadorian dishes and vegetarian options are always available. The payments are made locally, every week, upon arrival. This can be arranged with your host family once you’ve arrived or by selecting it as an option during application. Sometimes, the local team will host cuisine nights that you are able to attend. If you want to eat the well prepared Ecuadorian meal just bring 2 GBP to cover the costs of the ingredients.

Transport

Local transport to and from the project each day is not included in your Program Fee. As a volunteer in Ecuador, most volunteer placements will require a bus ride. The bus stop is located nearby to the accommodation. Furthermore, the local team will assist you in learning the routes to your volunteer project. As a result, you will be acquainted with how to get to and from your volunteer project.