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Overview
Immerse yourself in the quaint charm of a small Mexican town nestled among breathtaking mountain ranges and boasting a picturesque downtown area. With its warm and welcoming local community, this enchanting destination is steeped in the echoes of ancient civilizations, offering a rich tapestry that interweaves both colonial and indigenous histories. Tepoztlan presents a captivating blend of culture and tradition that promises to make your trip an unforgettable experience. Explore all that this captivating town has to offer as you engage in activities such as hiking through lush mountain trails, honing your culinary skills in cooking classes, or mastering the local language and arts.
Embrace the unique opportunity to participate in an authentic local ritual known as Temazcal, which will cleanse and revitalize your senses in this traditional steam bath ceremony. Savor countless hours basking under the warm sun as you discover nearby attractions: from sprawling golden beaches to quaint villages with their own distinct character; from awe-inspiring water caves to fascinating archaeological sites that reveal hidden secrets of long-lost civilizations. Let the beauty of Tepoztlan captivate your heart, creating cherished memories that persist long after you leave its serene embrace.
Objectives
- Get to know and understand Mexican culture through its inhabitants.
- Share and spend quality time with the local community.
- Observe the local costumes and traditions, such as cooking, artistry, and day to day local life.
- Share your own culture with the local community, and let them share theirs with you.
- Learn a little of the local language, the rich Mexican history, and spend a week at one of the most relevant archaeological and cultural sites in the whole country.
Impact
Volunteer experiences have a direct and positive impact on local communities by injecting money into the local economy through the purchase of food, transportation, and tourism activities. Volunteering is a great way to give back to the comunity and make a difference in the world. Depending on the type of volunteer experience you are interested in, your time can be spent improving educational resources and opportunities, providing medical services to underserved communities, or promoting environmental conservation and sustainable farming techniques.
1% of gross sales will be donated to 1% for the Planet-approved charities via our partnership with 1% for the Planet.
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Location
Tepoztlán, Mexico
Tepoztlán, a UNESCO heritage site in Morelos, Mexico, is a mystical, walkable town renowned for its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, cultural depth, local artisanal markets, and proximity to archaeological sites, including an ancient pyramid atop Tepozteco mountain.
Itinerary
Sunday - Arrival
- Arrival Day
- Airport Pick up at Mexico City International Airport by the Local staff
- Transfer to the Accommodation Center at Tepoztlan
- Short Briefing by the Country Manager/local staff
- Dinner
Monday
- Breakfast
- Orientation and Introduction by the Local Program coordinator
- Lunch
- Walking around the Local market, Town’s Square and Local Shops
- Headed back to the Accommodation center
- Dinner
Tuesday
- Breakfast
- Hiking and Mountain Trail at Tepozteco, headed to the Ancient
- Pyramid in Mexico
- Headed back to the Accommodation Center
- Lunch
- Headed to Town’s local market to buy ingredients for Dinner
- Cooking Lesson of Mexican Traditional Food at a Local Home
- Dinner
- Headed Back at the Accommodation Center
Wednesday
- Breakfast
- Visit the local church and Convent
- Visit the Local Museum
- Head back to the Accommodation Center
- Lunch
- Spanish Language Class at a Local Home or School
- Headed back to the Accommodation Center
- Dinner
Thursday
- Breakfast
- Undergo a local ritual popularly known as Temazcal
- Headed back to the Accommodation Center
- Lunch
- Local artisanry class (Traditional Mexican Art Class)
- Headed Back to the Accommodation Center
- Dinner
Friday
- Breakfast
- Hiking and Mountain trails in neighboring Mountains around Tepozteco
- Head back to the Accommodation Center
- Lunch
- Take you to a local community outside the town of Tepoztlan
- Headed Back to the Accommodation Center
- Dinner
- Local Night Tour
Saturday - Departure
Leave accomodation Saturday morning. Take a taxi to the airport for earliest flights Saturday afternoon.
Inclusions
- Shared Accomodation
- All meals included
- Free beverages
- Wifi in public areas
- Arrival Transfer (included with 2 wk+ trips)
- Departure Transfer
Options
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Requirements
- minimum age18
- maximum age65
- minimum english levelBasic
- CRB RequiredOn signup
- passport copy requiredNo
- resume copy requiredNo
Other Requirements
- Appropriate clothing and gear for extreme hot weather, swimming and or beach activities.
Food
The food will be typically Mexican meaning lots of corn tortillas, beans, rice, chilli peppers, potatoes, wheat, and other grain, all very vegetarian friendly. Keep in mind that some local dishes may be spicy!
Accommodation
Our accommodation is gender separate rooms, shared homestay style. It is a very typical neighbourhood and our local host is keen and motivated offering local family-style interactions and cultural exchangesCancellation Policy
Bookings can be amended and cancelled 30 days before the program start date without any costs. Bookings that are cancelled less than 30 days before the program start date will be charged the first week of the booking.
