Better in Belize Eco Community

  Belize

• Other Cities in Belize: 
Benque Viejo Del Carmen

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: ongoing

Description: There are many different areas of adventure here.

1. Development of a medicinal trail
2. Construction
3. Beautification programs
4. Riverside ecology
5. Expansion of our farm
6. Solar and wind power

We have two milpas (Belizean farms) on our 130 acres, they need tending, improvement, expansion of exotic fruits. Our farm includes sugar cane, bananas, pineapple, plantains, macals, breadnut, breadfruit, avocados, peppers, natural viagra mayan plants, bitters, coconuts, and more.

We have source of all seeds such as Surinam cherries, gnarly lemons, passion fruit, ylang ylang, goji berries, soursop plus many more.

This community is situated on the beautiful Macal river that is swimmable and has an 80 foot waterfall with a meagre 15 minute hike. Located in the Vaca Forest area and 15 minutes from Benque Viejo del Carmen, 25 minutes from San Ignacio (a good sized town with everything you would ever need) and 50 minutes from Belmopan the capital of Belize.

Duties would include, setting up a nursery, planting, grafting, tending and learning mayan farming techniques taught by our local farmer. We want to develop a farm second to none, it is already mature and now we want to expand it using permaculture techniques and sustainability.

Expansion of our natural medicinal plants that are native to Belize is high on our list. With local Shaman and medicine men, there is a plethora of learning and knowledge to be had.

Trail building, construction, nursery and fence building, beautification projects, tree identification and marking are some extra items of duties you can lend a hand.

This property is extremely magical. We also have a cacao farm in southern Belize, so you can visit both.

Highlights: This property is magical and the minds and people behind the scenes are cutting edge thinkers.

Dreamlike scenery adorned by unspoiled rainforest...the fresh-flowing waters of the Macal River, the mystery of an ancient Mayan ruin and amazing wildlife greet all who enter this magical place. Warm weather, year-round.

Your own private rainforest hideaway beckons from one of the world's most beautiful locations - Cayo, Belize. Expand your world.

Better In Belize is an exclusive eco-community development situated on 130 acres of pristine, private land on the banks of the magnificent Macal River in the spectacular Cayo District of Belize in Central America. Get a fresh start in paradise.

From the perfect privacy of your residence, revel in the breathtaking colours, scents and sounds. Live the dream.

Better In Belize offers you an unbelievably affordable opportunity to make your dream come true!

Qualifications: No experience needed. Good positive attitude is a must.

Cost in US$: USD 300 a week

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical volunteer. But most are eco conscious and want to be involved in being in harmony with nature and to learn.

Age Range: 16+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Belize Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 2 to 4

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Phone Interview

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Better In Belize's Mission Statement: To provide environmentally attractive living in one of the most sensational places in the world. Respecting nature and living in harmony with the earth.

Year Founded: 2007