Travelling South America - keen to stay more local, improve my Spanish and get a feel for each places culture.

About me - in 30 years old, work in freshwater and marine ecology, and I enjoy scuba diving.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

First time in Ecuador and I think it's a great way to meet new people and get a feel for the local culture.

Interests

I love scuba diving, playing the piano, rock climbing in the Lake district, and a little hiking (but not all at the same time).

• traveling
• piano
• hiking
• scuba diving
• rock climbing
• biology
• languages

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My favourite dive was just off the Farne Islands off the east coast of the UK. The visibility was clear and the sea was a mill pond. From the start of the dive the seals immediately swarmed me and my buddy. At the start of the dive it was nibbiling of my fins, but after 20 mins it was full body hugs. After an hour and a half we surfaced, and I got a kiss from a cheeky pup.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Love to laugh and share travel experiences. I also like to learn new languages and help people with English if they ask.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cambodia, China, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Norway, Poland, Russian Federation, Spain, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, Scotland