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Mexico Mexico: HUAQUECHULA (AMVIAC2025-04)

Dates

25/10/2025   -   05/11/2025

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Renovation
Manual Work
Educational

Fee

USD 684 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
MXN 3500 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
10
Still room for
5 Male + 5 Female
Languages
Spanish
Vegetarian food
Yes
Access with disability
Yes
Nearest airport
Ciudad de Mexico (Mexico City) (MEX)
Nearest bus/train station
Atlaixco bus station is the nearest bus station from Huaquechula
Map

Work

As volunteers, they will participate in the work of registration, conservation and restoration of the front wing of the House of Palestine, within the plan of Putting in Value that is proposed as a continuation of the works carried out after the earthquake of 2017.Within the exercises, the architectural survey, inventory of clay tiles and paving on the floors of the bays, and their restitution, having the practice of the methods applied in antiquity stand out. The slaking of quicklime, and the elaboration of mucilage with the slime of nopal, the elaboration and application of lime paint. They will have practice of conservation and restoration of adobe walls, thus rescuing the uses and traditional customs of this community. Also in other trades with which they will participate will be with the elaboration of wooden doors and windows for this building, including their guards and moldings, guided by the artisans and professionals of restoration. The volunteers are a central part, in all these works where they will learn and develop their personal and professional capacities.

Accomodation and food

Accommodation will be in a community house 5 minutes from the work area. It has basic services, cots and inflatable mattresses to sleep on. Food (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be prepared by the municipality staff and occasionally for cultural exchange, by volunteers.

Location and leisure

Huaquechula is a small town with 4,000 inhabitants, where one of its main attractions are the Altars during the Day of the Dead season and the beautiful landscapes around it. One of the main economic activities of this municipality is agriculture, in this town beans, corn, peanuts and sorghum are mainly grown. The main typical dishes of this region are mole, green pipián with zompantle flowers, molotes, black adobo and ash tamales with ayocote beans. We recommend you try rosquetes de pan, hojaldras, marquesotes and polvorones. The ice creams are also delicious and varied.

Project hosted by

The Casa de la Palestina is a unique building in Huaquechula. Built in the 18th century, it stands out for its composite arches and interior moldings. It is located right next to the famous former convent of San Martín de Tours. This will be our setting for the conservation, rescue and enhancement project, in which we collaborate with the INAH Puebla Center, the H. City Council of Huaquechula and the state Secretariat of Culture. This is supported by the exchange of good practices that will be carried out through the French Embassy in Mexico, with the French association REMPART. Our mission is to revitalize this historic building to return it to the cultural activities of this population, with the possibility that it will soon house the site museum. With this, we contribute to the rescue of the Cultural Heritage, as well as to the improvement of the quality of life of the inhabitants of Huaquechula.

Directions to meeting point

Huaquechula is located 1 hour (60 km) from Puebla, 35 min (30 km) from Atlixco, 2 hours 50 min (180 km) from CDMX and 1 hour 30 min (70 km) from Cuautla, Mor.
By car: From Puebla take the free road or the highway towards Atlixco and continue on Highway 190 to San Juan Huiluco where there is a detour to Huaquechula. It is well signposted. You will pass through the town of Cacaloxúchitl. Continue on the Camino a Chietla until the detour to Huaquechula.
By public transport: From Mexico City you can take a bus to Puebla from the South, North and TAPO terminals or from the airport. From there you take a bus to Atlixco with the Oro and Erco bus lines that leave from the terminal called CAPU. Once in Atlixco, you can take public transport to Huaquechula, which is a green van and the base is one block from the Atlixco bus terminal.

Requirements

Over 18 years old - Interest in cultural heritage topics. Bring some traditional items to show the local population about your culture.

Mexico Mexico: Sea Turtles Conservation VII (VIVE25.11)

Dates

05/11/2025   -   17/11/2025

Feedback from 37 volunteers

Tags

Environmental

Fee

USD 1002 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
EUR 435 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
3 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Nearest bus/train station
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Nayarit.
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

Based on the time of the year the volunteers will be working during the day or at night in the months of August and September from 20:00 to 08:00. Depending on the number of turtles that come ashore, two teams might be formed among the volunteers. In this way, each group will be taking turns, working one night, and taking the next night off for recovery. In addition, the weekends are also spared for resting. Some of the activities to be performed are:
1. Finding adult turtles and collecting their eggs.
2. Moving the eggs to a protected place called Vivero.
3. Releasing newborn baby turtles into the sea.
4. Patrolling the beaches at night.
5. Making some reconstruction in the most important turtle camps of the region.

Please consider that the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather conditions and the condition of the sea turtles and it is possible to work with crocodiles in case there is no work with turtles, this can happen mostly in the months of January and February. The coordinator or the camp leader will be informing you regarding your work schedule.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in a shared room with another volunteer. Food will be provided

Location and leisure

Rincon de Guayabitos, also known as Guayabitos, is a beach town located in the astonishing Sierra Madre Occidental, in the state of Nayarit and bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the cities of Tepic, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Riviera Nayarit is emerging as one of the most attractive and magic destinations of Mexico. The area extends approximately 300 kilometers along the coast, integrated by mountainous jungle and facing coastal islands. For those seeking a more rural and rustic experience with magic beach towns in Mexico, the Riviera has a massive open space for everyone along the Nayarit coast, also, for those who want to relax there are also quiet beaches and there are other beaches with heavy waves for surfers.

Project hosted by

Vive Mexico has been organizing this workcamp regularly in Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit since 2014. The main achievement of the project is to protect the sea turtles with the help of volunteers who will be cooperating with a team of biologists. Up to now, the project has been quite successful and has reached extraordinary results. Participating in sea turtle conservation is a great opportunity to discover the rather charming life of sea turtles.

Mexico Mexico: Sea Turtles Conservation VIII (VIVE25.12)

Dates

19/11/2025   -   01/12/2025

Feedback from 37 volunteers

Tags

Environmental
3
Place(s)
left
full for < 18

Fee

USD 1002 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
EUR 435 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
2 Male + 1 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Nearest bus/train station
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Nayarit.
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

Based on the time of the year the volunteers will be working during the day or at night in the months of August and September from 20:00 to 08:00. Depending on the number of turtles that come ashore, two teams might be formed among the volunteers. In this way, each group will be taking turns, working one night, and taking the next night off for recovery. In addition, the weekends are also spared for resting. Some of the activities to be performed are:
1. Finding adult turtles and collecting their eggs.
2. Moving the eggs to a protected place called Vivero.
3. Releasing newborn baby turtles into the sea.
4. Patrolling the beaches at night.
5. Making some reconstruction in the most important turtle camps of the region.

Please consider that the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather conditions and the condition of the sea turtles and it is possible to work with crocodiles in case there is no work with turtles, this can happen mostly in the months of January and February. The coordinator or the camp leader will be informing you regarding your work schedule.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in a shared room with another volunteer. Food will be provided

Location and leisure

Rincon de Guayabitos, also known as Guayabitos, is a beach town located in the astonishing Sierra Madre Occidental, in the state of Nayarit and bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the cities of Tepic, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Riviera Nayarit is emerging as one of the most attractive and magic destinations of Mexico. The area extends approximately 300 kilometers along the coast, integrated by mountainous jungle and facing coastal islands. For those seeking a more rural and rustic experience with magic beach towns in Mexico, the Riviera has a massive open space for everyone along the Nayarit coast, also, for those who want to relax there are also quiet beaches and there are other beaches with heavy waves for surfers.

Project hosted by

Vive Mexico has been organizing this workcamp regularly in Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit since 2014. The main achievement of the project is to protect the sea turtles with the help of volunteers who will be cooperating with a team of biologists. Up to now, the project has been quite successful and has reached extraordinary results. Participating in sea turtle conservation is a great opportunity to discover the rather charming life of sea turtles.

Mexico Mexico: Sea Turtles Conservation IX (VIVE25.26.01)

Dates

07/01/2026   -   19/01/2026

Feedback from 37 volunteers

Tags

Environmental

Fee

USD 1002 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
EUR 435 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Details
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
3 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Nearest bus/train station
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Nayarit.
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

Based on the time of the year the volunteers will be working during the day or at night in the months of August and September from 20:00 to 08:00. Depending on the number of turtles that come ashore, two teams might be formed among the volunteers. In this way, each group will be taking turns, working one night, and taking the next night off for recovery. In addition, the weekends are also spared for resting. Some of the activities to be performed are:
1. Finding adult turtles and collecting their eggs.
2. Moving the eggs to a protected place called Vivero.
3. Releasing newborn baby turtles into the sea.
4. Patrolling the beaches at night.
5. Making some reconstruction in the most important turtle camps of the region.

Please consider that the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather conditions and the condition of the sea turtles and it is possible to work with crocodiles in case there is no work with turtles, this can happen mostly in the months of January and February. The coordinator or the camp leader will be informing you regarding your work schedule.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in a shared room with another volunteer. Food will be provided

Location and leisure

Rincon de Guayabitos, also known as Guayabitos, is a beach town located in the astonishing Sierra Madre Occidental, in the state of Nayarit and bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the cities of Tepic, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Riviera Nayarit is emerging as one of the most attractive and magic destinations of Mexico. The area extends approximately 300 kilometers along the coast, integrated by mountainous jungle and facing coastal islands. For those seeking a more rural and rustic experience with magic beach towns in Mexico, the Riviera has a massive open space for everyone along the Nayarit coast, also, for those who want to relax there are also quiet beaches and there are other beaches with heavy waves for surfers.

Project hosted by

Vive Mexico has been organizing this workcamp regularly in Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit since 2014. The main achievement of the project is to protect the sea turtles with the help of volunteers who will be cooperating with a team of biologists. Up to now, the project has been quite successful and has reached extraordinary results. Participating in sea turtle conservation is a great opportunity to discover the rather charming life of sea turtles.

Mexico Mexico: Sea Turtles Conservation X (VIVE25.26.02)

Dates

21/01/2026   -   02/02/2026

Feedback from 37 volunteers

Tags

Environmental

Fee

USD 1002 i Fee is paid in two installments:

USD 495 to be paid now.
EUR 435 is to be paid after acceptance.

Note: Total fee can vary depending on bank rates.
Details
Add to backpack
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Details on the project

Age
18 - 99
Max number of volunteers
8
Still room for
3 Male + 2 Female
Languages
English
Vegetarian food
Yes
Nearest airport
Puerto Vallarta (PVR)
Nearest bus/train station
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Nayarit.
Wi-Fi
Yes
Map

Work

Based on the time of the year the volunteers will be working during the day or at night in the months of August and September from 20:00 to 08:00. Depending on the number of turtles that come ashore, two teams might be formed among the volunteers. In this way, each group will be taking turns, working one night, and taking the next night off for recovery. In addition, the weekends are also spared for resting. Some of the activities to be performed are:
1. Finding adult turtles and collecting their eggs.
2. Moving the eggs to a protected place called Vivero.
3. Releasing newborn baby turtles into the sea.
4. Patrolling the beaches at night.
5. Making some reconstruction in the most important turtle camps of the region.

Please consider that the schedule is subject to change depending on the weather conditions and the condition of the sea turtles and it is possible to work with crocodiles in case there is no work with turtles, this can happen mostly in the months of January and February. The coordinator or the camp leader will be informing you regarding your work schedule.

Accomodation and food

Volunteers will be staying in a shared room with another volunteer. Food will be provided

Location and leisure

Rincon de Guayabitos, also known as Guayabitos, is a beach town located in the astonishing Sierra Madre Occidental, in the state of Nayarit and bathed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the cities of Tepic, Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.

Riviera Nayarit is emerging as one of the most attractive and magic destinations of Mexico. The area extends approximately 300 kilometers along the coast, integrated by mountainous jungle and facing coastal islands. For those seeking a more rural and rustic experience with magic beach towns in Mexico, the Riviera has a massive open space for everyone along the Nayarit coast, also, for those who want to relax there are also quiet beaches and there are other beaches with heavy waves for surfers.

Project hosted by

Vive Mexico has been organizing this workcamp regularly in Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit since 2014. The main achievement of the project is to protect the sea turtles with the help of volunteers who will be cooperating with a team of biologists. Up to now, the project has been quite successful and has reached extraordinary results. Participating in sea turtle conservation is a great opportunity to discover the rather charming life of sea turtles.