Set amongst stunning scenery the Arajuno road weaves its way through the outer Amazon, frequently offering clifftop views over the miles and miles of virtually untouched rainforest.

In between the towns of Arajuno and Puyo are scattered communities of farmers and lumberjacks, the small hamlet of 10 de Agosto and the halfway town of El Triunfo. Aside from the games of volleyball and the frequent fiestas, the towns and communities are yet to yield to the commodification of modern Ecuador.

The teaching and community projects are both located at the YouVolunteer house.

The volunteers live in a communal house. We are currently looking for new accommodation for 2012. Bedding is provided, and there is emergency telephone access. Food costs are included and volunteers take turns to prepare evening meals.

The volunteer house provides social environment and will give volunteers the chance to relax and unwind as well as getting to know volunteers from other schools and what is going on in the different communities. The project runs until Saturday morning, although the house is available for use at the weekend. If volunteers wish to stay at weekend they will need to provide their own food. Many volunteers choose to go to nearby Puyo or Banos.

The project is in the rainforest, so be prepared to get wet and muddy during the rainy season. The house is fairly free of insects although expect to see a few.