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Experience a Self-Sustainable Life at Eco Caminhos

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Eco Caminhos is a self-sustainable eco-farm and international community located in the peaceful mountains close to Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro. We work to produce our own food, energy, and building materials. We believe this is the ideal setting for humans to develop themselves as we learn to live (co-living), work (coworking), evolve, and resolve our problems together. At the farm, we follow pe...

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Program Highlights

Discover yourself and your true potential while learning about permaculture way of life.

Practice and study Portuguese and/or English.

Live at the outskirts of a reserve in Brazil, in a rural area surrounded by beautiful green mountains, creeks, and a waterfall.

Build new friendships with locals and volunteers from across the globe.

Enjoy countless activities in Rio, such as a cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain to see Christ the Redeemer, a dip in Ipanema beach, and the world-famous Carnaval.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 1-2 Years
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Agriculture
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

1

Great experience at Eco Caminhos would recommend

June 20, 2025by: Anthony Guillen - United StatesProgram: Experience a Self-Sustainable Life at Eco Caminhos
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I enjoyed my time here at Eco Caminhos. The food was very good and healthy. The views are amazing. There are lots of activities to do, very hands on. I learned lot about agroforestry, permaculture and bio construction. All around a great l visit would highly recommend.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Agriculture
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Disciplinary Clearance Form
    • In-Person Interview when Feasible
    • Phone/Video Interview

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Eco Caminhos is a self-sustainable eco-farm and international community located in the peaceful mountains close to Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro. We work to produce our own food, energy, and building materials. We believe this is the ideal setting for humans to develop themselves as we learn to live (co-living), work (coworking), evolve, and resolve our problems together. At the farm, we follow permaculture principles, practice bioconstruction (natural building) and agroforestry (syntrophic farming), and use renewable energy. We offer people the possibility to experience this way of life. They learn and practice bioconstruction, agroforestry, organic farming, and more while immersing themselves in a small and passionate international community. They contribute with their personal touch, ...

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