Salasaca is an indigenous community de 12.000 inhabitants divided into 18 boroughs, all of them located on the skirts of the Tungurahua. Salasaca is part of Pelileo County, Tungurahua Province.
This community is fighting for their right to have access to bilingual education (English and Spanish) within their school system.
You can come to this community and teach English at a local school.
You can live with a family to merge in their culture or live in a hostal.
While you work on your internship you can learn many things about Salasaca´s traditions, culture, language and beliefs. You can also practice your Spanish.
Salasaca is 40 minutes away from Baños. Many things can be done in this beautiful town, from trecking, to white water rafting. Baños is located in the middle of a mountainous region. It is a place for relaxation while exploring the Andean Highlands. It is very well know for its natural springs. There are many locations that can accommodate a good long dip. The lovely scenery around Baños is the area's other main attraction, and there are several ways to enjoy it. Good hiking trails, horse back riding and even riding a bike in the mountains. White-water boating is also possible in the area.
All applicants applying for programs located outside of Guayaquil will be required to pay a special placement fee. All volunteers and interns will be accompanied by an EcuaExperiencia representative.