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The Black Sheep
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Le Black Sheep Inn, perché dans les Andes de l'Equateur, est un hötel abordable, à philosophie écologique. Perché sur les flancs d'une colline, notre hötel est l'endroit parfait pour découvrir une culture inchangée depuis des siècles et des écosystèmes variés. Notre confortable pension offre des possibilités d'hébergement à des prix attractifs et est une base idéale pour des promenades d'une journée, à pied, à cheval ou à VTT, pour s'acclimater à l'altitude et découvrir des marchés typiques. |
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Classé dans les 10
meilleurs Ecolodges du monde " |
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Voyage, Aventure,
Vacances économiques et Eco tourisme! |
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Certifié Ecologique par l'ASEC
(Association Equatorienne pour l'Ecotourisme) et par le Ministère du
Tourisme.
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« …Les
chambres sont réparties dans différentes constructions, harmonieusement
intégrées au cadre naturel. Très agréables, joliment décorées et
douillettes. Celles du haut jouissent d'une vue sublime… Toilettes
avec compost et jardin organique (vous voyez en direct les effets de
votre contribution aux engrais!). Et quelques clins d'œil très
rigolos. Comme le coin w.-c. haut perché, avec baie vitrée et vue
panoramique sur la montagne… Grande pièce commune avec coin cheminée,
café et thé gratuits, accès Internet. Sauna. La cuisine est
excellente, principalement végétarienne. Bref, un projet vraiment
réussi, et prouvant de surcroît qu'il est possible de construire en
alliant respect de l'environnement, charme, confort et…humour ! » « ...lovely
multi-award-winning guesthouse... tasty vegetarian cooking... » «
...a truly special
place to unwind... «…un endroit unique pour
décompresser quelques jours… » |
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The Black Sheep Inn –
Récompensé pour son site web 2002 |
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| Home | front page, welcome to the site |
| Reservations | Book your stay at the inn Book a room Room Options Booking Policies What's Included Contact Us |
| About | history of the inn, and the owners -- Michelle and Andres Mission What makes Black Sheep Inn an ecological hotel? History of the inn Awards won by the inn for conservation & ecotourism In the News Articles about Black Sheep Inn Friends Links to friends and partners Ecotourism in Ecuador Links to Ecuadorian eco-friendly organizations Ecotourism Internationally Links to the wider world of ecotourism Black Sheep Around the World Other 'Black Sheep' operations |
| Ecological Conservation | The permaculture and conservation projects we maintain at the inn Concrete Goals What we're trying to accomplish Philosophy Where we're coming from Composting Toilets Our inn uses all dry composting toilets Solar Pump A solar water pumping solution for watering gardens Recycling Our systems for recycling at the inn Peramculture Organic gardens, water supply and conservation, education Tree Planting Reforesting with indigenous species |
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| Community Ecology | Promoting permaculture and recycling in the local community Education Raising awareness of the environment, training best practices Recycling Center Founding and running the local town's recycling program Iliniza Reserve Our efforts to help save the Iliniza Ecological Reserve What is Ecotourism? Towards a strong, useful definition of ecotourism |
| The Lodge | Our lodge, rooms, and services Features of all rooms Deluxe Room Private room with private bathroom and shower Standard Room Private room with shared bathroom and shower Bunkhouse Shared Dormitory, shared bathroom and shower Food, Services and Features Overview Vegetarian Cuisine Vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner are included Snacks Oatmeal cookies, brownies, bananna cake, cheese plate, more Beer, Wine, Soda A wide selection of wines, lots of pilsner beer Yoga Studio Bright open space for relaxation, with a huge deck Sauna and Hot Tub Wood-stove fueled sauna and soaking tub Gymnasium Free Weights and execrise bars Animals Lllamas, sheep, pigs, goats, rabbits. All friendly beasts Book Exchange and ecotourism, travel reference libraries Internet We have a satellite link Waterslide Of death Zipline A 100 meter cable suspended above the hillside Orientation Maps, directions and hiking advice Games Frisbee Golf, volleyball, board gamse, horseshoes Stars No light pollution means amazing night skies |
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| Recommended Itinerary | We suggest a plan for visiting the volcanoes and Lake Quilotoa Day 1 - Quito To Cotopaxi Day 2 - Cotopaxi Natl Park Day 3 - Travel to BSI Day 4 - Short Hikes Day 5 - Horse Trek Day 6 - Lake Quilotoa Day 7 - Return to Quito Options and Prices Variations on the itinerary Price List for trips and services in itinerary Local Indigenous Markets |
| The Area | Highlights and sights to see in the Lake Quilotoa area Cotopaxi The world's highest active volcano Lake Quilotoa High altitude crater lake Ilinizas Twin Peaks Volcanoes north of Black Sheep Inn Rio Toachi Canyon Passes Lake Quilotoa and heads north Canyon Plateau Beautiful open expanse above the canyon Chinalo Workshop Local mission and furniture workshop Local Markets Several markets are close by the inn Cloud Forest Part of the Iliniza Ecological Reserve Paramó Cheese Factory In the high grasslands Local People Traditional culture and farming techniques Views from the Inn Sit on the deck and watch the world go by |
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| Getting Here | Options for bus or private car to get to the inn Geting a Ride Bus or private jeep Bus Schedule - getting here Bus Schedule - departing Private Transport Prices and recommendations In Your Own Vehicle Driving Directions based on driving from Quito, or from Latacunga Out of Quito via Guayasamin Tunnel Out of Quito via El Trebol cloverleaf Quilotoa Loop Northern Route Quilotoa Loop Southern Route Renting a Vehicle |
| Day Hikes | A wide variety of hikes to see the area Lake Quilotoa The famous crater lake itself Rio Toachi Canyon Options for up and down the river Canyon Plateau Fantastic views above the canyon Paramó & Cloud Forest High grasslands and high altitude rain forest Ridge Hike Short hike above & around the inn Guantualo Market Hike across the canyon |
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| Other Activities | What to do while you stay at the inn Horseback Riding Trips for novice or expert Mountain Biking Several routes to choose Local Markets Many markets are within driving distance Sauna & Hot Tub Wood-stove-fired system Zipline Fly on a steel cable above the hillside Waterslide Of death Yoga self-led, or just relax in the hammocks Frisbee Golf World's highest frisbee golf course Animals Friendly llamas, sheep, pigs, chickens |
| Volunteer | Opportunites to volunteer, and job openings Volunteer Positions Yoga Instructor Teach yoga and stay for free! Massage Trainer Train local masseuses. Management Intern Learn the ropes, manage the lodge. Community - Volunteer/Donate Chugchilán community projects. Paid Positions Tree Surgeon We have some really big trees that need pruned. Managers Long-term commitment, preferably a couple History -- past managers |
| Reservations | Book your stay at the inn Book a room Room Options Booking Policies What's Included Contact Us |
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Carbon Offset Program |
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Smart About Carbon has partnered with the Black Sheep Inn. Offset your carbon emissions from INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS, VACATION TRAVEL, and EVERYDAY LIVING. |
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This Carbon Calculator is sponsored by the Black Sheep Inn and your
donation will partly help us to go off the electrical grid and go solar.
See our design for Solar & Wind Energy. Click here to determine your carbon footprint, make a donation and help to SLOW GLOBAL WARMING! |
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OR don't pollute, Ride a Bike!! |
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 Biking
Dutchman Downhill Bike Tours, Great Fun Trips! Good quality name
brand mountain bikes and full safety equipment. Ride with them in Cotopaxi
National Park, Ecuador
www.bikingdutchman.com |
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Andres Hammerman & Michelle Kirby |
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