Desde la vibrante ciudad de Río de Janeiro hasta las tranquilas montañas de la Mata Atlántica, este programa ofrece a estudiantes universitarios una experiencia educativa enriquecedora y transformadora de vida.
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Desde la vibrante ciudad de Río de Janeiro hasta las tranquilas montañas de la Mata Atlántica, este programa ofrece a estudiantes universitarios una experiencia educativa enriquecedora y transformadora de vida.
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El Programa de Estudios en el Extranjero es una inmersión educativa completamente estructurada para universidades y grupos de estudiantes internacionales que buscan experiencias de aprendizaje en el mundo real en Brasil. El programa incluye talleres, actividades de campo y módulos de aprendizaje personalizados adaptados a los objetivos académicos de cada grupo, permitiendo a los estudiantes desarrollar habilidades prácticas, comunicación intercultural y una comprensión más profunda de la sostenibilidad y los desafíos globales más allá del entorno tradicional del aula.
Nuestro equipo con experiencia brinda apoyo y supervisión completa en el lugar, asegurando una experiencia educativa bien organizada que puede adaptarse a los objetivos académicos, las expectativas de los docentes y diferentes áreas de estudio. La experiencia permite a los estudiantes salir del entorno tradicional del aula mientras desarrollan valiosas habilidades personales y profesionales que beneficiarán sus futuras carreras. La experiencia del estudiante en Brasil se desarrolla en dos entornos de aprendizaje:
En el Centro de Idiomas Caminhos, los estudiantes aprenderán portugués a través de un curso intensivo en una de las principales escuelas de idiomas de la ciudad, mientras experimentan el estilo de vida vibrante de la playa de Ipanema y descubren la cultura, la energía y las atracciones icónicas de Río de Janeiro.
En Eco Caminhos, en Nova Friburgo, los estudiantes vivirán la experiencia de una auténtica granja ecológica en Brasil, adquiriendo experiencia práctica en permacultura, agroforestería, bioconstrucción y proyectos de impacto social que generan una diferencia real en la comunidad. Podrán profundizar sus estudios y también vivir experiencias transformadoras que amplían sus horizontes y cambian su forma de ver la vida.
Alinea tu experiencia con créditos académicos, proyectos de investigación o requisitos de prácticas profesionales, con el apoyo del equipo de profesionales académicos de Caminhos.
Mejora tus habilidades lingüísticas en un entorno de inmersión a través de la interacción diaria y clases opcionales.
Domina técnicas prácticas de permacultura, agroforestería y bioconstrucción junto a mentores experimentados en nuestra granja ecológica en Brasil.
Trabaja junto a estudiantes internacionales, voluntarios y personas locales, mientras intercambias conocimientos, habilidades y perspectivas.
Contribuye a proyectos comunitarios que apoyan la educación, la restauración ambiental y los medios de vida locales.
Nuestro programa educativo cuenta con la confianza de instituciones reconocidas internacionalmente como Avans University, Wageningen University, Thomas More University, Saint Mary’s University y Texas A&M University.
Benefíciate de acompañamiento completo en Río, mentoría experta y programas bien estructurados con apoyo personalizado en el lugar.
Vive en uno de los ecosistemas con mayor biodiversidad del mundo mientras aprendes prácticas de vida sostenible en una granja de permacultura en Brasil.
Puedes hacer senderismo, visitar las cascadas cercanas y nadar, practicar kayak y realizar caminatas guiadas por el bosque.
Sal con habilidades prácticas, una valiosa experiencia intercultural y un portafolio de proyectos reales que te harán destacar en tu carrera.
Los estudiantes descubrirán Brasil a través de una experiencia única, llena de inmersión cultural, aprendizaje práctico, naturaleza, aventura y recuerdos para toda la vida.
Más allá del trabajo de campo inmersivo y la experiencia cultural, los estudiantes también tienen la oportunidad única de colaborar directamente con estudiantes brasileños locales a través de desafíos de innovación, donde equipos internacionales y locales co-crean soluciones reales para problemas ambientales y sociales reales.
Para grupos que buscan un compromiso comunitario más profundo, también ofrecemos la opción de diseñar e implementar una acción de impacto social significativa junto con socios locales. Juntas, estas experiencias crean un intercambio cultural auténtico y práctico que amplía la conciencia global, desarrolla el liderazgo y transforma el aprendizaje en un impacto tangible.
Eco Caminhos ofrece una variedad de opciones para adaptarse a tus preferencias, desde alojamiento compartido hasta un eco-lodge más privado. Sea cual sea la opción que elijas, tendrás una cama cómoda, un entorno seguro y unas vistas impresionantes de la Mata Atlántica para descansar y recargar energías.




Nuestros alojamientos ofrecen el equilibrio perfecto entre comodidad, comunidad e independencia, creando un ambiente acogedor donde los estudiantes pueden conectarse, relajarse y vivir plenamente la cultura brasileña juntos.
Un apartamento cuenta con 4 habitaciones amplias, cada una con una cama doble y una cama individual, 4 baños, una sala de estar, comedor, sala de TV, cocina, área de servicio y una habitación adicional pequeña.
El segundo apartamento incluye 4 habitaciones con una combinación de camas queen, dobles e individuales, 3 baños, una sala de estar y comedor luminosa, cocina y área de servicio, ofreciendo un ambiente cómodo y práctico para grupos de estudiantes.
Más que un simple alojamiento, esta es una experiencia transformadora donde los estudiantes construyen amistades, amplían sus horizontes, viven una nueva cultura y crean recuerdos que durarán toda la vida.







Vive un viaje inolvidable por Brasil que combina el estilo de vida vibrante de Río de Janeiro con la belleza tranquila de las montañas de la Mata Atlántica. Los estudiantes disfrutarán de inmersión cultural, aprendizaje práctico, aventura y conexiones internacionales significativas mientras exploran lo mejor de la cultura, la naturaleza y la vida comunitaria brasileña.
En Río, los grupos de estudiantes se alojan en cómodos apartamentos compartidos en el corazón de Ipanema, cerca de la playa, cafés, atracciones culturales y lugares emblemáticos. Estos apartamentos totalmente equipados ofrecen el equilibrio perfecto entre comodidad, independencia y vida en comunidad para una experiencia estudiantil auténtica en uno de los barrios más famosos del mundo.
En Eco Caminhos, los estudiantes pueden sumergirse en la vida sostenible mientras se alojan en opciones únicas como el Ecolodge y el Ecolibrium.
Rodeados de naturaleza, cascadas y montañas, estos hermosos espacios ecológicos ofrecen habitaciones acogedoras, áreas comunes, fogones, piscinas y vistas impresionantes, creando el entorno ideal para aprender, conectar, relajarse y vivir recuerdos inolvidables.
En nuestra finca de permacultura valoramos la equidad. A medida que los voluntarios adquieren habilidades y se vuelven más productivos, su contribución aumenta y el precio disminuye.
Este programa requiere un grupo mínimo de 6 personas.
Eco Caminhos es una finca de permacultura que ofrece la oportunidad de vivir un estilo de vida más consciente y sostenible. Como parte de la comunidad, se anima a los participantes a colaborar con las tareas domésticas cuando sea necesario y, con el tiempo, a apoyar actividades al aire libre como la agroforestería y la bioconstrucción.
El respeto por todas las personas en el espacio es esencial. Para mantener un entorno seguro y alineado con el espíritu de nuestra misión, el uso de drogas o alcohol está prohibido en la finca.
Contamos con un conductor de confianza que puede recogerte en el aeropuerto de Río de Janeiro y llevarte hasta Eco Caminhos. Nuestro conductor te estará esperando en la sala de llegadas para darte la bienvenida. El costo del servicio de recogida o traslado es de R$1000 para el trayecto de aproximadamente 3 horas.
Nuestra finca de permacultura ofrece un ambiente tranquilo y acogedor, donde puedes disfrutar de una estancia sin preocupaciones. La comunidad rural de los alrededores es muy segura, con niveles de violencia significativamente más bajos en comparación con las grandes ciudades de Brasil. Rodeado de naturaleza, aquí puedes disfrutar de toda la tranquilidad que te ofrece el campo.
Historias reales de voluntarios que formaron parte de nuestro viaje.
EXCELENTE Com base em 191 avaliações Publicado em Google Kristen RochaTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. When I first heard about EcoCaminhos, I was incredibly interested about its mission and focus on sustainability. I heavily agree with the idea that we need to find solutions to deforestation, climate change, degradation, etc. Because of this, I was super excited to learn about the actions and initiatives EcoCaminhos is taking to help with said problems and how I could continue to contribute throughout my daily life. I really enjoyed the environment here. The staff and community here super friendly and welcoming. I had such an amazing time here. I loved learning how to do bio construction, as well as the agroforestry practices. All in all, the most meaningful part of this entire experience was how connected to nature I felt here. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Thank you, EcoCaminhos!Publicado em Google Taylor HoodTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. Had an amazing timePublicado em Google Elena GonzalesTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. Amazing opportunity to feel connected with nature and the people here.Publicado em Google Alejandro ZúñigaTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. Great experience; Coming from the city this is a unique experience to enjoy nature in a great farm surrounded by people that have a positive energy and are giving their best to give you a great experience. The cultural and hands on activities were really good; Overrall the work is hard but you enjoy it and food is also really nicePublicado em Google Paulina Hackett MedinaTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. This experience was a lot of fun but still work intensive. There’s hard labor, but it’s to be expected on a farm and the food was really good. The staff was very kind, particularly Helen, Dutra, Maria and Bart. Also, there’s two lovely, friendly dogs that love to get scratches/pets. Also, I recommend staying at the Eco Lodge vs the other places.Publicado em Google Maria Fernanda LicerioTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. I chose Eco Caminhos for this experience because I wanted to go deep into nature, disconnect from what I know and open myself to new ways of living and meeting other people. I believed in its mission and how much it was going to help me grow not only as an academic but as a person. I really enjoyed the farm and learning about sustainable agriculture, agroforestry and generally reconnecting with nature. As a person that lives in a desertic, industrial area where these practices are pretty much unheard of, it makes me happy to know that there are projects like Eco Caminhos that push for a better environment and balance harmony between human beings and nature as it was intended to be. The hikes, hands on agroforestry and bio construction were the best for me. I was looking for new experiences and to find myself liking new things, for growth within myself and change. I’ve discovered that I now love hiking, getting dirty and being surrounded by nature.Publicado em Google Brianna ZambranoTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. Great experience here, the beautiful nature and the educational aspect of Eco caminhos is great. Hands on experience and being able to connect with nature and learn all about Brazil’s culture, agroforestry, and agriculture was amazing.Publicado em Google Renata BarretoTrustindex verifica se a fonte original da avaliação é Google. Experience was great, the people who live in the farm and shape your experience are awesome. It is a hike at time so be prepared with good shoes and clothes. An experience one should do at least once
EXCELENTE Com base em 63 avaliações Publicado em Tripadvisor Alejandro ZVerificada Unique experience Great experience; Coming from the city this is a unique experience to enjoy nature in a great farm surrounded by people that have a positive energy and are giving their best to give you a great experience. The cultural and hands on activities were really good; Overrall the work is hard but you enjoy it and food is also really nice.Publicado em Tripadvisor Luca VVerificada Thank you everything very good!!! incredible!!!Publicado em Tripadvisor Lui RVerificada Muito enriquecedora Muito enriquecedora . Linda equipe, comprometida e humana. Natureza sublime e boas práticas de agrofloresta.Publicado em Tripadvisor MelanieVerificada Authentic, inspiring, and deeply educational experience in Brazil! My stay at Eco Caminhos exceeded all expectations. I chose this experience because of its collaboration with Wheeling2Help, and it turned out to be an incredibly meaningful and enriching journey. The best parts for me were the agroforestry and bioconstruction activities. Being able to learn by doing, made everything more engaging and impactful. I gained valuable knowledge about sustainable practices while working alongside a supportive and diverse group of people. The environment is beautiful and peaceful, and the entire experience feels authentic and purposeful. Even the small challenges, like adapting to a new routine, became part of the learning process and made the experience even more rewarding. I would absolutely recommend Eco Caminhos to anyone interested in sustainability, community living, and personal growth. It’s an experience that stays with you long after you leave.Publicado em Tripadvisor Peter KVerificada Amazing!! Amazing place, the connection with nature is great. Bart and all the team were always very friendly and willing to help for anything we needed. Maria and Escarlet are amazing cooks, the food was fantastic. I can wait to come back.Publicado em Tripadvisor Τάσος ΠVerificada Amazing One of the best experiences of my life Thank you eco caminhos team.Publicado em Tripadvisor Joshua YVerificada DEFFO RECOMMEND Enjoyed it so much, learnt a great amount about the farm, and bio construction. The accommodation and view of the mountains was breathtaking. Would come back and definitely recommend for those who are interestedPublicado em Tripadvisor canard72Verificada Off-the-beaten-track holidays Off-the-beaten-track holidays As a family of 4 (parents + 20 and 17 years old boys), we were looking for adventure, and especially a way to immerse into this beautiful country and learn more about the people, the culture(s) away from the mass tourism. Eco Caminhos was the perfect place to do that. Only a few hours bus away from Rio de Janeiro (the travel alone was worth it), we spent 6 wonderful days (5 nights) in their eco lodge and participated to a variety of activities: workshops, hands-on on ecological constructions and agroforestry, hiking, social night, cinema night, Brazilian language basics, etc. Waking up with the sun in this marvelous environment is certainly graved into our memories. A regenerating experience! The people working and living at Eco Caminhos are friendly, helpful, patient and always with a smile. Despite the different cultures, nationalities, we could integrate quick and felt like belonging to this Eco Caminhos family. A last point, we could combine this stay with 5 days in Rio de Janeiro and 3 days at Ilha Grande. The perfect mix of discovery, entertainment, learning, regenerating. If we could do it again, we would not change a thing. Just the perfect holidays! Hope to go back one day again to Eco Caminhos, bringing more time 😊 Thanks a lot to the Eco Caminhos team for the wonderful stay!Publicado em Tripadvisor Daisy ZVerificada Best Experience Ever I was originally not supposed to stay an extra three more weeks in Brazil. I had a two week long trip in Brazil but was offered to stay an extra three weeks in EcoCaminhos. I had no idea what to expect since had done very little research about the program. Arriving to Nova Friburgo I felt like I was in a world like no other, but what took me away was the hospitality we received as soon as we arrived at EcoCaminhos. The staff were beyond kind and very helpful when it came to fitting us into our accommodations.The staff were also very attentive to any needs or any itinerary changes if needed. Learning about EcoCaminhos missions regarding permaculture, agroforestry, and bio-construction very fun and interesting. Never in my life could I have imagined that I would learn about reforestation and not only learn but most importantly actually do hands on work toward this mission. Being at EcoCaminhos leaves you feeling closer to nature and most importantly closer to people from all over the world. Thank you for everything EcoCaminhos!Publicado em Tripadvisor Heitor MVerificada Amazing experience in a ecofarm. It's a great opportunity to experience permaculture, bioconstruction, and agroforestry in practice, as well as living in a multicultural community. By allowing a week of hands-on experience at the ecofarm, they also helped me so much with my dissertation, in which I address ecovillages and proposals for solutions to the climate crisis. They welcomed me very well, all of them. Juliana, Bart, Geovani and everyone else. Bart showed me around the place. He explained permaculture, agroforestry, and a bit of bioconstruction. During our free time, we played a lot of games at the volunteer house and at the Colmeia, the main house, where we gather for lunch on weekdays. Working in the agroforest helps therapeutically; connecting with nature has something special; even though the work is tough, it's something to be aware of! The volunteer house is stocked with supplies on Mondays. On Sundays, we can request specific items. This way, we can make our own snacks and dinners. I was lucky enough to have a vegan apprentice, just like me. So we cooked and even made a vegan cake together. At the communal Saturday lunches, they were always considerate of me and made delicious vegan options. It’s definitely a multicultural and welcoming environment where people from various nationalities work and live together.