A TRIP THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING

Build a school and learn first-hand about the joys and challenges of traditional life in Ecuador. Discover the wild beauty of the Amazon and connect with indigenous communities that call the rainforest home. Recharge and reflect on your day’s adventures at Minga Lodge, a charming destination that boasts stunning views of the Rio Napo, a tributary to the Amazon River. This is your time to change the world.

Hola. Welcome to your Me to We Volunteer Adventure in Ecuador.

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Build a school hand-in-hand with the local community.

Build. HELP BUILD A SUSTAINABLE VILLAGE

On a Me to We Volunteer Adventure, every day is an opportunity to make a difference, develop deep and lasting connections, and build your legacy.

Your personalized volunteer experience is centred on four pillars: school-building, cultural immersion, community education and adventure in communities where our charity partner Free The Children works.

• Build a school alongside community members. • Hike through the world’s largest tropical rainforest, and look for wild

parrots, toucans and monkeys.• Learn how to make chocolate from locally grown cocoa beans.• Visit with a community shaman and medicine man.• Explore the city of Old Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Free The Children’s long-standing and deep ties with the communities provide an authentic and meaningful experience as you engage with the local people.

“Me to We was with us every step of the way, making our family trip of a lifetime more than we ever could have hoped for. It was a top notch vacation with the added bonus of being a true learning holiday.” —VAN DE WiEL FAMiLY

OUR CHARITY PARTNERFounded in 1995, Free The Children is an international charity and educational partner. They have built more than 650 schools and school rooms through their innovative Adopt a Village development model. Half of all profit from Me to We is donated directly to Free The Children projects around the world, while the other half is reinvested to grow the enterprise and its social mission.

Immerse yourself in the localculture of the Amazon.

Connect.ITINERARY

Begin and end each day in the heart of the Amazon, enjoying your private accommodations at our picturesque Minga Lodge. Community volunteering makes up the foundation of your itinerary, with daily adventures and interactive cultural experiences to deepen your connection to each other and the community.

Day 1 Arrive in Quito.

Day 2 Enjoy a scenic drive through the Amazon Basin before taking a motorized canoe ride up the Rio Napo to Minga Lodge.

Day 3 Roll up your sleeves and volunteer in the community. Visit a local farmer and walk in his footsteps.

Day 4 Birdwatching and guided hike through the rainforest. Community volunteering.

Day 5 Weapons training with a local shaman. Community volunteering.

Day 6 Chocolate-making using freshly picked cocoa beans. Community volunteering.

Day 7 Traditional cooking lesson with indigenous Quichua chefs. Finish community volunteering.

Day 8 Fly to Quito. Explore the historic centre of Ecuador’s capital.

Day 9 Depart Quito. ¡Buen viaje!

From beginning to end of this life-changing journey, we take care of all the details. From Quito to the Amazon, fresh meals to comfortable beds, our friendly and professional Me to We team will help you change the world.

if you would like to extend your trip and further explore the rich history of South America, we would be pleased to assist in your onward travel arrangements.reservations@metowe.com www.metowe.com/minga

Ask for your personal itinerary and start planning your journey with us today! Our friendly Volunteer Adventure specialist will answer

your questions and delight you with stories from the Amazon.

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A tropical hideaway designed with its environment in mind, the picturesque Minga Lodge is located on the edge of the Napo River. After a day of volunteering in indigenous Quichua communities, Minga Lodge offers serene and comfortable spaces to refresh and recharge.

• Self-contained cabin-style accommodations with organic flair, suitable for individuals and families alike.

• inspired common spaces that include an al fresco dining platform overlooking the Napo River, offering spectacular sunset views.

• All accommodations offer modern and eco-friendly conveniences including hot water, power and en suite washrooms.

• Enjoy family-style meals prepared fresh daily by expert chefs, including Western favourites and Ecuadorian specialities.

• We have a 12-year record of travel safety for our guests.

“ We take care of all the details and creature comforts so you can focus on what’s really important—making a difference in the world.”

—ROXANNE JOYAL, CEO, ME TO WE

YOUR GATEWAY TO SOUTH AmERICAOur Me to We Volunteer Adventure in Ecuador is perfectly situated as a gateway to South America’s vibrant people, history and culture. From Quito, you have easy access to some of the greatest wonders of the world, including the Galapagos islands and Machu Picchu. Our Me to We team would be delighted to create a customized and seamless itinerary for you to explore South America.

Available before or after your Me to We Volunteer Adventure.

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Welcome. Welcome home to Minga Lodge.