Kuxul Lum Permaculture 1

Project: “Kuxul lum” is a demonstrative permacultural center focused on sustainable development
through implementation, distribution and introduction of eco-technologies. Activities are based on design
and construction of infrastructures, done with local and natural resources (such as wood, mud, soil and
stone) ; organic garden, farm management, production of organic fertilizers, worm farming, hydroponics,
production of canned fruits. During the afternoon, cinema and music workshops take place. Training
workshops can also be implemented in order to promote culture with young people from the community.
In all these activities the center seeks to include local people from the communities nearby.
Work: Several construction projects will be the focus of the workcamp, including construction of a pedestrian bridge made of wood in order to cross the stream, construction of two paths, made of stones, wood and cement in order to access to the facilities.
Accommodation: Volunteers stay at “Kulum lum” center in shared rooms. Be prepared for hand
washing your own clothes. Try to be environmentally friendly as possible and use resources with care and
modesty, especially because your behaviour is part of the project ;)
Location: Teopisca is located 45 minutes away from San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas. Located in the
Maya Highlands at an altitude of 2,100 meters, San Cristobal is a distinctly charming town that has
maintained its colonial architecture and Mexican flavour, while welcoming many contemporary influences.
This “pueblo magico” (magical town) has an engaging character that results from the meeting and
blending of indigenous, Mexican, and international bohemian cultures. The surrounding region exhibits
incredible biodiversity and natural areas can be reached from the city within a half day’s travel or less.
Points of interest nearby include natural parks, lakes, Mayan archeological sites, coastal mangroves,
waterfalls, canyons, and the beaches of the Pacific.
Language: English is the most common language used in workcamps, however, being able to
communicate in Spanish can be very useful. Taking the opportunity to learn or improve your Spanish while
here, will greatly enrich your experience!
Comment: You are invited to join the Intensive Spanish Week Program for Volunteers, or also a Mayan
Language Week Program if you are a Spanish speaker and you would like to discover the richness of the
Mayan living culture. The courses take place a week before your workcamp.
Terminal: The closest international airport: Angel Albino Corzo, Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas (TGZ). Bus
Terminal: OCC San Cristobal de las Casas.
Extra-fee: Since we do not receive funds to support your participation in the camp, you are asked to
contribute 2,950 Mexican pesos (170 euros aprox.). It includes accommodation, food, administrative
costs, transportation within the project, and some extra activities. The fee has to be paid by volunteers to
campleader or to Natate’s Workcamps Coordinator upon arrival to the meeting point.