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ECOLOGICAL / NATURE TOURISM

The property at PLAYA AFRICA is highly suitable for development in the manner of Ecologicaly responsible tourism. The infrastructure in fact is begun towards the implementation of a meaningful tourist site with the construction of an outdoor kitchen, bathroom and pavilion. The land is graded and ready for the building of cabins.

For those who want to enjoy a tropical off the grid experience Playa Africa provides the setting. It is a nature lovers destination with exotic plants and birds, a relaxing breeze and views to unwind to. Walk for hours on this pristine beach without encountering another person or building. At night the waves will lull you to sleep and wake you in the morning. The upper slope offers breathtaking sunsets.

SUSTAINABLE PERMACULTURE FARM SITE

Also highly appropriate for development as a sustainable Permaculture farm either to serve a family’s needs or as a teaching facility for the Principles of Permaculture: Care for the earth, care for the people, and each his fair share. The land at Playa Africa demands you slow down, observe and interact. It is a slow moving reality. Here you have the time to relax and restore balance and energy. Living an eco-friendly lifestyle at Playa Africa you will contribute to a more sustainable world. At Playa Africa you have the opportunity to integrate with the natural surroundings and the other residents ( only 4 other households) and live in harmony in the community creating diversity and consistency to create a better life, a better community and a better world.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

The property at Playa Africa includes a non-profit Foundation registered with the Ecuador government

( Fundacion Playa Africa DM-055 Ministerio de Cultura y Patrimonio) that provides the framework to accept grant money and support towards preserving the cultural heritage and natural resources. This small but vibrant community is pro-active in petitioning the government for assistance towards improvement and sustainability of the area. The residents of Playa Africa are committed to helping their neighbors to improve the quality of life

Maryanne Chiriboga

The foundation’s founder, Maryanne Chiriboga, is an American citizen residing in Ecuador over 7 years. She has a masters from Hope International University, Orange CA., in International Development and first came to Ecuador as a missionary. Immediately falling in love with Playa Africa upon seeing it for the first time, she saw the potential for ecological tourism and as a resource for students and public alike to learn about Ecuador’s rich cultural past.

Playa Africa, Montalvo Esmeraldes, Ecuador, zip 080754

+593 969097768

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