Building projects include small and large scale construction on private homes. Projects include: bathrooms, roofs, floors, reinforcing walls and other building projects.

When we are able to bring volunteers into the community they live with families in their homes during their time in Nueva Prosperina.

The weather in Nueva Prosperina, Guyaquil is hot and humid.  It is usually cloudy but the sun is very storg with high UV indexes. Heavy rain falls every day from the end of January through March. It is generally dry in the summer months.

The people of Nueva Prosperina are warm, welcoming and generous. Once you stay with a family you will become part of their family. Ecuador is predominantly a catholic country. In Nueva Prosperina there is a significant evangelical Christian community. There are often parties happening around the barrio. It can be very noisy. There are lots of street dogs.

Guayaquil is the largest city in Ecuador.  It is an important economic center with a large port. Guayaquil has many museums and cultural venues.  The Malecon is a beautiful promenade on the river with many oportunities to try local cuisine and stroll along the enclosed park.  There is a big ferris wheel and an aerial gondola.

Ecuador is a Spanish speaking country.  If you speak Spanish or know a little you will be able to comminicate with your host family on a deeper level. But, you do not need to Speak any Spanish for this to be a richly rewarding experience.

It is not safe to drink the tap water.  You must be careful to always use bottled or boiled water.  You should not drink beverages with ice cubes. Vegetables and fruits need to be washed.

Check with your health care provider about the need for vacinations. It is a good idea to have medication like Cipro in case of gastrointestinal issues.

You must purchase travel insurance for your trip.

Nueva Prosperina is a dangerous barrio. The murder rate is among the highest in Ecuador. Kidknappings and other crime is common along with petty theft.  Never walk alone in Nueva Prosperina and always let someone know when and where you will be going. Do not bring anything that you cannot afford to lose. Keep your passport and other valuables in your family’s home.

As a North American or European citizen you will automatically be granted a 90 day tourist visa upon entry into Ecuador.  You will need your passport.  Currently there is no Covid-19 proof of vacination requirement.

Saturday

8:30 -Depart the hostel and travel to Sustag.

9:30 – 12:00 Meet your family and tour the project sites.

12:00 -1:30 Lunch with your family and rest

1:30 – 4:30 Work at your assigned project

4:30 – 6:30 Return to your family for rest and dinner

6:30 – 9:30 Community activity

9:30 Home with your family

Sunday

7:45 Check in for daily meeting

8:00 – 12:00 Work at your assigned project

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and rest

1:30 – 4:30 resume work project

4:30 – 6:30 Dinner and time with your family

6:30-9:30 Community activity

9:30 Home with your family

Monday

7:45 Check in for daily meeting

8:00 – 12:00 Work at your assigned project

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and rest

1:30 – 4:30 resume work project

4:30 – 6:30 Dinner and time with your family

6:30-9:30 Community activity

9:30 Home with your family

Tuesday

7:45 Check in for daily meeting

8:00 – 12:00 Work at your assigned project

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and rest

1:30 – 9:00 Easy hike on Pachamama and dinner in Cuenca

9:00 – 9:30 Travel back to Sustag

9:30 Home with your family

Wednesday

7:45 Check in for daily meeting

8:00 – 12:00 Work at your assigned project

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and rest

1:30 – 4:30 resume work project

4:30 – 6:30 Dinner and time with your family

6:30-9:30 Community activity

9:30 Home with your family

Thursday

7:45 Check in for daily meeting

8:00 – 12:00 Work at your assigned project

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch and rest

1:30 – 3:30 resume work project

3:30 – 4:30 Visit project sites

4:30 – 6:30 Dinner and time with your family

6:30-9:30 Celebration of the week with the community.

9:30 Home with your family

Friday

8:30  Depart Sustag

9:00 – 12:30 Visit Cuenca el centro and have lunch on your own

12:30 – 2:00 Travel to Canar

2:00 – 4:30 Visit Canar and participate in cultural event

4:30 – 5:00 Travel to Ingapirca and check in to the hotel.

5:00 – 6:30 Dinner in Ingapirca

6:30 Free time

Saturday

8:00 –  9:00 Breakfast at hostel

9:00 – 12:30 Visit the Inca Canari ruins

12:30 – 2:00  Visit the Church of the Rock in Biblian

2:00 – 3:00 Travel to Cuenca and check into the hostel

3:00 – 7:00 Free time in Cuenca

7:00 – 9:00 Farewell dinner

Sunday

Depart for home on your schedule or join us for the add-on trip to the Amazon