📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Gaia project is a iniciative that promotes the transition of a World where Humamnity lives in Harmony with Nature. The project tries to create a sustaintable settlement were participants can combine different environmental technics that we know and share in a common space with the benefits of a private area to live in harmony with Nature. For such they organise events, workshps, construction activities, agriculture and other events. They also promote food sovereignity.
💼 What the programme involves
The work activity consists of three main elements: the construction and maintenance of the ecological villa s common areas and main house Amandaris , using techniques appropriated form the green building system. Harvesting and planting of native trees and vegetal species. Relaxing, meditative activities such as music, stretching and yoga sessions.
🏠 Accommodation on site
There is a roofed shelter at the eco villa where the volunteers will sleep. We ask the participants to bring sleeping bags with them, cause they might turn out to be a complement to the beds and mattresses that are available there. The place is equipped with showers and WC.
📍 About the location
Gaia project is located in Santa Sofia village, 15 kilometers from Villa de Leyva, and at only 3 hours from the capital city of Bogota. This site has been strategically selected for its height (2,170 meters above sea level) and its high annual average precipitation, which allows great food biodiversity and guarantees adequate and constant feeding resources. Many possibilities for backpackers and to explore one of the most beautiful countries in the World.
⚠️ Requirements
High Motivation. Capacity to work in difficult conditions. Sleeping bag