Volunteer Projects in Central & South America

We provide volunteer projects throughout Central and South America including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala and Peru. The projects we offer have been carefully chosen and range from helping street children to caring for animals. These projects are run by reputable organisations and offer some of the lowest cost and most rewarding volunteer experiences in Central and South America.

There are hundreds of volunteer organisations looking for global volunteers and you can see some examples of the projects you could join on this web page. Please note that these are just a few examples of the projects we can send you in a volunteer guide.

All the projects shown below are priced in UK Sterling. If you would like to work out the cost of volunteering in a different currency please click here for a currency converter. The prices shown below are the actual costs of the projects.

Volunteer in Forest Reserve

This project manages and protects over six thousand hectares of native forest. It has reforested hundreds of hectares of dry tropical forest in abandoned pasture lands or burned areas within the reserve since its inauguration. The forest reserve holds immense biodiversity, boasting 219 species of bird – eight of which are globally endangered, including a subspecies of the Great Green Macaw Parrot. Help is needed in the nursery which specializes in producing native dry forest trees for use in local reforestation projects. Volunteers help to collect and process seeds, plant seed beds, water them, and carry out monitoring of restoration parcels in the forest. Volunteers can also contribute to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation work (cleaning cages, feeding animals, etc). The project constantly receives parrots, macaws, monkeys and other wildlife species, donated or confiscated by government authorities. This project provides the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution towards the protection of a tropical forest in a cross-cultural setting.

The project costs £1.50 per day which includes accommodation in the forest reserve. Volunteers purchase and prepare their own food. Lunch is provided at the forest reserve office for an additional £1.50 per day.

Volunteer for Organic Farming Community

Located on a beautiful mountainside this organic farming community aims to regenerate a small piece of degraded land into a self-sufficient farm using permaculture design principles. The farm provides opportunities for volunteers who are interested in learning about permaculture and living off the land as well as living in a beautiful space for meeting new people, reading, yoga, and meditation. There is also a new project on a nearby site where volunteers have the opportunity to learn about and participate in natural building, appropriate technology, as well as the design and development of an edible forest garden.

Volunteers receive free accommodation in exchange for their work and contribute £15 per week to a central food kitty. There is plenty of space to sleep (platform bedroom, a yurt bedroom, etc) and sheets and bedding are provided. Private rooms available for couples.

Sustainable Community Development

This project strives to enable communities to develop a healthy, sustainable local economy and environment while maintaining their cultural pride and heritage. There is lots of work to be done in the community and volunteers can get involved in teaching English (primary and high school), an after school program, greenhouse and compost work, and the maintenance of gardens.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food.

Volunteers Needed for Toucan Research

This project is seeking volunteers to help track toucans in a landscape of tropical forest fragments and agricultural habitats such as pasture, sugarcane, coffee, and chocolate plantations. Volunteer toucan assistants will gain valuable experience in radio telemetry, mist-netting, behavioural sampling, tropical bird identification, and GPS use. Assistants must be in good physical condition and willing to work in the field for up to 8 hours a day several days a week, often in hot and humid weather.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers must be able to cover their own lodging and living expenses. However, the cost of living at the field site is relatively inexpensive and comfortable.

Help Families and Children & Optional Spanish Classes

This project strives to improve the living standards of a community with the fortune of disadvantaged women and children at its heart. It also provides practical solutions to local environmental problems. The project is looking for volunteers to lead classes or support the lead teacher (assistant teacher) in kindergarten and preschool classrooms. Volunteers can teach subjects already being taught (English, maths) or create their own lessons with new subjects. Volunteers interested in gardening or construction can work in the school's greenhouse/garden (preparing discarded plastic bottles for planting, composting, watering, harvesting vegetables, etc) or help expand and maintain the school (basic upkeep and repairs to major building work). The project also welcomes volunteers with fundraising ideas and those interested in community action (organizing benefit concerts, collecting trash materials from local businesses, recycling projects, etc). There are various schools in close proximity to the project if interested in learning or improving your Spanish.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers can opt to stay in private accommodation or at the projects' volunteer house. The house is fully furnished with dining room, living room, kitchen, hot water, internet access, etc, and costs £25 per week.

Volunteer on Organic Permaculture Farm

This organic permaculture and natural building farm practises permaculture design and implementation combined with ideals of organic living. As the farm boarders a rainforest reserve and a network of other national parks it strives to support local conservation efforts through sustainable living and farming practices, and sustainable forest management. Volunteers can get involved with all aspects of life on the farm. This includes planting, feeding animals, tending gardens, compost making, cooking, soap making, and any natural building projects currently taking place. There are usually a number of building and carpentry projects running. Because of the farms location a wide variety of wildlife and diverse plant species are in close proximity.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers can camp on the farm for free. Food is also provided for free.

Volunteer in the Highlands of Peru & Optional Spanish Classes

This project strives to improve and develop the abilities and skills of children and adolescents that live in the rural and high Andean regions of Peru. There are opportunities to work in orphanages, medical centres, teach English, and get involved in social work. Spanish classes are available to those that want them. There are also opportunities to participate in various recreational activities such as tours to the jungle.

Accommodation costs £49 per week without meals, £55 per week with breakfast, or £65 per week with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Spanish classes cost £45 per week (10 hours of study – 2 hours per day).

Beach Front Volunteer & Optional Spanish/Surf Lessons

This project is seeking volunteers to work in the library and run extracurricular activities for children. Volunteers also help provide language classes for individuals and groups and occasionally air radio shows, addressing topics of interest in both Spanish and English. Volunteers should have good ideas for exciting and engaging children's activities and preferably some experience of working with children. Volunteers work for a maximum of 25 hours per week from Monday to Friday. Weekend are free and volunteers can take Spanish and/or surf lessons in their spare time.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers have to pay rent (for their accommodation) which is under £60 per month. Volunteers are offered discounted Spanish lessons, assistance in setting up surf lessons, free Wi-Fi, and use of a kitchen.

Working Vacation

This project offers private cabins on the beach and is surrounded by natural beauty and a relaxed culture. It offers work/trade opportunities for people with various skills such as tattoo artists, cook/bakers, yoga instructors, language teachers, musicians, artists, handymen, etc. The project can help organize various trips and tours including dolphin watching, horseback riding, hiking, biking, national parks, rafting, kayaking, scuba diving, snorkelling, and surf lessons. This project accepts individuals and couples.

Participants receive free accommodation with private bathroom and kitchen access to prepare meals.

Nature and Culture

This project strives to conserve threatened ecosystems and cultures by saving endangered habitats, strengthening local capacity and helping communities preserve their way of life. It is looking for volunteers for three conservation and cultural programs in the Amazonas region. The Amazonas region houses a unique collection of diverse ecosystems including tropical Andean, lowland Amazon, and seasonally deciduous tropical forests, and equally diverse cultures. Volunteers can assist with reforestation, agroforestry, various types of applied research, environmental education, school related projects, sports projects ( including volleyball, basketball and football), community work, cultural programs and events, fish production (including delivery by canoe to indigenous communities along the rivers), digital photography, and some minor trail maintenance.

The project costs £210 per month which includes accommodation and food.

Volunteer for Shark Tagging Project

This project is looking for a volunteer with experience in marine sciences and related field work to volunteer at its research station. Primary responsibilities include preparing field equipment for shark tagging, participating in field trips in and around the principal islands of the Galapagos Archipelago (shark and pelagic species census), and conducting interviews with tourists. The project is carrying out an economic assessment of the value of sharks for the non-extractive activities in Galapagos. Proven extensive dive experience - preferably in challenging conditions - and marine and related field work experience are required. The project is scheduled to begin in July 2012 for a duration of 6 months. The application deadline is the 20 April, 2012.

The volunteer is responsible for covering their own living expenses (accommodation and food). The project will help the volunteer attain an entry permit (visa).

Help Needy Communities & Optional Spanish Classes

This project helps promote education and literacy in needy communities, mainly via the construction of rural libraries. It focuses on training librarians, teachers and other community members on the proper use of a library and creating literacy activities. The project welcomes the assistance of volunteers in its city office or in rural communities. Volunteers can get involved in a wide range of office and field based tasks including accounting, marketing, grant writing, organizing training sessions, organizing library activities, managing the website and other social networking tools. Volunteers can also implement their own ideas/activities in the libraries. There are many affordable and good quality Spanish schools to choose from for those wanting to learn Spanish.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers must cover their own living expenses (accommodation, food, etc). Participants receive assistance in finding suitable accommodation plus orientation and a certificate of recognition upon completion of volunteer service.

Chef Wanted at Hidden Paradise for Surfers

This hotel, bar and restaurant is perched on the edge of a small headland, overlooking two magnificent beaches on the pacific coast. More importantly, it’s only a short walk to two premier surf breaks. The recently opened establishment is looking for a young chef who is interested in surfing or beach life. The chef will be responsible for cooking night time meals for the hotels guests, following a set menu so is pretty simple stuff. This is a great opportunity for a young chef wanting to live and work in a surf paradise.

The chef receives free board and lodging plus a small wage after initial trial period.

Conch & Lionfish Project

This project strives the conserve the land and marine environment of a beautiful Caribbean island. It has a variety of ongoing projects for whom volunteer workers are required. The conch is a type of enormous sea snail that is a endangered species in local waters. Volunteers help out in efforts to conserve the conch and repopulate local marine conservation areas. Lionfish are an aggressive fish native to the Pacific Ocean. Over recent years they have become an invasive species throughout the Caribbean, greatly damaging both the coral and native marine life through their predatory instincts and rapid reproduction. Volunteers get involved in efforts to control the spread of this invasive fish. Marine geneticists or marine biology volunteers would be particularly useful for both of these projects. Volunteers are also required for an Iguana repopulation project, a sustainable permaculture / sustainable agriculture project, and a project to establish a museum to extensively document the fascinating history and culture of the island. This project provides a fantastic opportunity to help conserve a very fragile (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve) environment whilst living on a tropical paradise.

The project costs £300 per month which includes a family homestay (English and Spanish speaking) and all meals.

Tropical Cloud Forest Volunteer & Spanish Lessons

This private nature reserve was created to preserve and reforest a gap between two mountainside forests. In addition to protecting the existing forest and allowing natural regrowth, thousands of native trees have been planted to turn pasture back into forest. The project offers volunteers and researchers the opportunity to learn about forest recovery and conservation through hands-on experience. Activities include research projects such as photo-monitoring and bio-monitoring (clear guidelines provided), forestry work (planting and maintaining trees), trail building and maintenance, carpentry and construction. Each volunteer is expected to propose and complete a research study during their stay (i.e. monitoring a particular tree species, flora identification, wildlife observation, etc).

Volunteers make a one-off donation of £30 which goes towards planting trees, research expenses, and two complementary Spanish lessons. The cost of living is low and volunteers have the option of staying on-site, living with local families, or in a nearby B&B.

Environmental Education, Hostel Reception, Trekking Guides

This project strives to increase knowledge and care toward the environment. It provides environmental-education activities for thousands of local school children and seeks volunteers with experience in this field. Volunteers help empower local students with the tools and knowledge to take action in their communities and become a voice for environmental change. The project also needs volunteers to work in the reception of its environmentally-friendly hostel (with vegetarian café) and to work as trekking guides in association with its eco-adventure tour service.

Volunteers receive free accommodation at the hostel for the duration of their stay.

English Teachers & Free Spanish Classes

This project is looking for qualified ESL teachers to teach English to the local business community from Monday to Friday. Weekends are free to explore rainforests, volcanoes and world class beaches. Teachers must be native English speakers. Candidates from other English speaking countries will be considered based on their accent. Volunteers must possess an ESL teaching certificate (i.e. CELTA, TESOL, TEFL etc) or have a minimum of 2 years ESL teaching experience or be a licensed teacher with two years of classroom experience in English.

Teachers receive competitive pay for the region (approximately £5.20 per hour), free Spanish classes, and discounted travel. The project also helps participants find suitable accommodation and set up a local bank account.

English Teaching Assistants

This project is looking volunteers willing to dedicate a semester or longer to helping improve English education in the school system. Volunteers teach alongside a local co-teacher in either a public or semi-private school, working with students ranging from 10 to 18 years. The volunteer’s main responsibilities are: to focus on improving the students’ speaking and listening skills; to motivate the students to take an interest in learning English; to share their culture with the students, thus broadening their worldview. Volunteers spend around 25 hours per week in the classroom and another 10 hours each week leading an extracurricular activity. Each volunteer has the flexibility to determine what specific extracurricular activity they’d like to lead with their students.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and meals with a host family, a monthly stipend of £75, TEFL workshops, health insurance, round-trip in-country transportation, plus many other benefits.

Research Assistant - Green Sea Turtle Programme

This project is looking for research assistants (RAs) for its green sea turtle monitoring programme. RAs will be trained in sea turtle monitoring techniques and work under the supervision of field coordinators. The primary responsibilities of RAs include nightly tagging patrols, morning track surveys, nest monitoring and excavation. RAs are responsible for tagging nesting turtles, collecting biometric data from females, recording nesting activity during track surveys, and other pertinent data collection. RAs are also involved in training short-term paying volunteers in all aspects of the monitoring protocol and supervising volunteer groups during beach patrols. RAs will also be required to develop and participate in various environmental awareness and educational activities in the local community. RAs have gone on to work for conservation organizations, universities and government agencies worldwide. RAs are needed from 4 June to 19 August (group 1) and 13 August to 1 November (group 2). The application deadline is the 12 March 2012.

Research assistants receive free board and lodging for the entire duration of their stay.

Holistic Education for an Intercultural Community

This Waldorf school is intercultural, with families from both the local indigenous community and from all over the world. The education it provides is holistic, arts-based and multilingual. There are various opportunities for volunteers (i.e. specialty subject teacher and coordinator, web design and/or maintenance, administrative support, art, music, movement and/or handwork, biodynamic gardening/permaculture). The village where the school is based offers an array of courses and workshops that volunteers can get involved in including Spanish classes, meditation, yoga, massage, alternative healing therapies, green building, dance and music.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers are assisted in finding a local homestay or private housing. Housing costs between £60 - £120 per month. There are many cheap restaurants to choose from in the village.

Volunteer in Andean Community & Free Spanish Classes

This community is one of them places where its inhabitants and natural richness coexist in an environment of peace and tranquillity. The community seeks volunteers for three types of projects: teaching, farm work and conservation. Volunteer teachers can help out in the following areas: ports, English, music, arts, mathematics, dance, cookery, basic computer skills, agriculture, and health care. Farm work volunteers get involved in a wide variety of activities such as milking, cheese making, taking care of animals (cattle, horses, etc), soil preparation, sowing, harvesting of plants such as yucca, maize, avocado, and sweet potato. Conservation volunteers will gain an insight into local conservation issues. Volunteers can work with the national nature reserve rangers on a variety of different tasks which include: making inspections to ensure forest and water conservation in the nature reserve and on private land; providing environmental awareness workshops to the local population; making an inventory of plants and animals; and sharing English language skills with the team of nature reserve rangers. All volunteers receive free Spanish and horse riding lessons.

Volunteers receive free accommodation with local families and pay £18-20 per week for food. This contribution towards the family's weekly shopping bill prevents the project from becoming a burden on the local population, which is made up of low income farming families.

Volunteer in the Peruvian Amazon

This project is committed to improving the health and educational conditions of a poor rural jungle community in the Peruvian Amazon. It welcomes volunteers who want to invest their knowledge and skills in the areas of medicine (doctors, nurses, dentists, etc), public health (workshops on nutrition, family planning, sexual education, and preventive medicine), construction, and teaching (art, music, sport, dance, theatre, computer skills, maths or English). There are also opportunities to get involved in reforestation efforts and help out in community farms (coffee, rice, cacao, bananas, etc).

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for their living expenses. A family homestay with all meals costs around £45 per week. There is also the option of staying at nearby hotels which start at £6 per night.

Field Assistants for Capuchin Monkeys

This project accepts approximately 6 volunteer field assistants per year to work as part of its research program on social development and behavioural ecology in wild capuchin monkeys. Prior field experience and/or work with primates are desirable but not required. Because of the training process the project only accept volunteers who are willing to work for a minimum of 12 months.

Volunteers are provided with room and board and (sometimes) a very small stipend. Transportation costs to the field site from the volunteer's home country may be reimbursed following the successful completion of the one year minimum appointment.

Update Bird List and Guide Tourists

This rainforest lodge has over 500 Hectares of virgin tropical rainforest with an incredible variety of fauna and flora. 350 different species of birds have been counted, amongst them the Great Green Macaw. It is the perfect place for passionate bird-watchers and rainforest lovers. The lodge is seeking a volunteer to find new species of birds and update the bird list. Volunteers also guide birding and non-birding tourists, and to a lesser extent, assist management in the bar and restaurant service and other duties. An interest in and some knowledge of tropical ornithology and biology is required. During free time volunteers can develop their own projects or visit other parts of the country.

Volunteers receive free room, board and laundry service.

Volunteer on Caribbean Coast & Optional Spanish/Dance Classes

This project is committed to supporting disadvantaged children and families in poor neighbourhoods. It is seeking both temporary and long-term volunteers, with and without skills. Volunteers can help with administration, fundraising, and publicity, and/or teach classes and work on health projects such as HIV education to children. This is a great opportunity to witness the operation of a grassroots organization while enjoying everything the Caribbean coast has to offer (i.e. stunning dive sites and magical jungle trekking). There is plenty of free time to take Spanish or dive courses, explore nearby areas, or just relax on the beach.

Apart from a £30 one-off administration fee there is no cost to participate. Volunteers cover their own living expenses. The project can help with accommodation (including homestays), Spanish and Latin dance classes, travel advice in the surrounding area.

Sea Turtle Conservation Volunteer

This project is dedicated to the protection of endangered sea turtles. The turtle camp is looking for volunteers to help biologists and technicians in the conservation of the sea turtle population. Primary volunteer duties include patrolling the beach, collecting turtle eggs, and the placing of eggs in incubation centres. When the eggs hatch volunteers assist in the ‘cleaning’ of the nest and the release of the baby turtles just before sunset. Volunteers also assist with general camp and beach clean-up tasks.

The project costs £60 for 10 days which includes accommodation and a fully equipped kitchen. There is no charge for additional days.

Low Impact Lodge

This project specializes in nature and adventure travel and is located in a beautiful but fragile part of the world. It has developed and maintains excellent relations with indigenous Indians by providing employment, medical assistance and educational support. The lodge offers people from all over the world the opportunity to join their team. They have a wide range of activities including driving boats, guiding tours, bar tendering, reception work, cooking, web design, IT, teaching in a local indigenous community, and much more.

Volunteers receive free accommodation, food and drinks.

Work with Special Needs Children in Peru

This project is looking for volunteers to help manage the transportation of 10-15 children with special needs, who travel everyday between towns in the Sacred Valley of Peru to attend school. Without this service, many of these children would have no access to education, and many would spend the entire day alone in their homes. Volunteers are needed to accompany the children each day, ensuring that all the children are picked up, that everyone stays safe on the bus and that the children are left with family members at the end of each day. Volunteers may also have the opportunity to accompany the children during the school day. The project offers Spanish classes as part of the volunteer program, which are arranged through a local school, depending on the volunteer’s schedule and level. Through contacts with local sustainable tourism organizations, the project can also arrange workshops and excursions into various local communities in the Sacred Valley, as well as facilitating any kind of travel or tour arrangements (i.e. Machu Picchu).

This project doesn't charge any volunteer fees but participants pay to stay in the volunteer house (£6 per day) which has shared bedrooms, two bathrooms (with reliable hot water in the showers), a washing machine, a full kitchen and a cosy living room.

Appropriate Technology Internship

This project is in the initial phases (planning and building) of building a new school using low-impact, alternative building methods including but not limited to earth-bags, rammed-earth tyres and recycled trash-filled-bottle construction. The project is looking for interns who have some experience in one or more of the following fields: green building; alternative construction or 'earthship' construction; civil and/or structural engineering; mechanical engineering; chemical engineering (pertaining to bio-diesel project); electrical engineering; welding; masonry; and carpentry. Responsibilities include assisting with construction, contributing new ideas, learning and implementing appropriate technologies.

The project costs £185 per month which includes accommodation with a kitchen to prepare meals, purified water, limited internet access, on-site orientation and training.

Volunteer in Hostel & Optional Spanish Classes

This project is looking for a volunteer to work in a fun and centrally located hostel. Duties include welcoming guests into the hostel, checking guests in and out, answering their questions, and recommending places of interest, good restaurants, bars, etc. The lively and vibrant hostel is looking for someone with a bright positive attitude, who is outgoing, and genuinely interested in the well being of its guests. The volunteer receives a range of benefits in exchange for their work (see below), including the possibility of accompanying the owners on one of their tours when space is available. The hostel can also arrange for you to have discounted Spanish lessons if required.

Volunteers receive comfortable accommodation in a private room, two meals per day, free alcohol and beer, free soft drinks and juices, free transportation, free internet and Wi-Fi.

Waterfalls Project

This project is based in a region surrounded by some of the most stunning and spectacular waterfalls in South America. There are a number of endangered species of humming birds and monkeys in the area. The project strives to improve natural resource management and conservation practices among the local community, and to preserve local cultural and social traditions. Volunteers can get involved in existing projects such as maintaining trails to all waterfalls in the region, planting trees, teaching English to local kindergarten and primary school children, working in the local nursery, helping out in the local restaurant, assisting the local community on farms using ancient agricultural and modern techniques. There are also opportunities to implement your own projects.

All volunteers make a £12 donation on arrival which includes induction (full tour of the projects, waterfalls, introduction to the villagers, etc). Volunteers stay with a local family at a cost of £5 per week. Volunteers eat at the local community restaurant or at the local hotel.

Farm Work & Customer Relations

This lodge is located in the spectacular 'Avenue of the Volcanoes,' a part of the western mountain range of the Andes. The lodge requires assistance with farm work and customer relations. Tasks include helping out in reception, preparing rooms for guests, grounds maintenance, taking care of and feeding animals (lamas, dogs, horses, etc). Volunteers can go on free day tours on their day off (hiking, biking, horseback riding, etc).

Volunteers receive free accommodation and have the option of preparing their own meals (kitchen provided) or ordering from the restaurant at the lodge.

Agricultural Revolution & Optional Spanish Classes

This project educates consumers, producers, and workers about the dangers inherent in the current models used by the agricultural industry throughout the Americas. It works with existing institutions to create alternative means of production and compensation that are better for the environmental, physical, and financial health of everyone affected by the current mode of production. There are a number of different volunteer opportunities available such as: community education (teaching of technical skills and technology); environmental education (giving the community workshops on environmental conservation, etc); teaching English; human rights (assisting the community in the area of human rights); public health (working directly with the community on the subjects of basic and specialized health care, in addition to the promotion of health education and the prevention of illness); and sustainable organic agriculture (the installation of a community vegetable garden).

A stay at the volunteer house costs £21 per week for a dorm bed or £30 a week for a private room. This does not include food but volunteers have access to a kitchen. A homestay with a local family costs £30 per week without meals or £36 per week with meals.

Volunteer Teachers and Administrators

This project employs native English speaking volunteer teachers to provide students in grades pre-K - 12, with a quality bilingual education regardless of socio-economic background. The bilingual school is looking for certified/experienced volunteer teachers for the 2012-2013 school years, beginning in August. Teachers teach a primary (PK-6th grade) class in English or a range of secondary and high school subjects. For secondary and high school courses, coursework, a major, or experience in the subject is preferred, but may not be required. Spanish skills are not required as you will teach in English. From time to time, the school will also have open positions in administrative areas such as curriculum development; fundraising and development; website, marketing and communications; computer lab administration; maintenance work, and more.

Volunteers receive furnished housing, health insurance, and a living stipend.

Volunteer in Dry Tropical Forest Biological Reserve

This reserve protects rare coastal tropical dry forest and has well-maintained nature trails and viewpoints that provide opportunities to observe nature. A wide variety of flora and fauna can be found here including 72 species of birds and an estimated 23 species of mammals. Birdlife International designated the reserve as an important area for birds. The reserve offers opportunities to participate in volunteer work, research, and community development projects. These include: seed collection, inventory of flora and fauna, environmental education, reforestation, ecotourism, community development, teaching English, organic agriculture, and scientific research. There are many things to do in your spare time such as visiting mangrove ecosystems, visiting archaeological ruins, bird watching, whale-watching, snorkelling, and other adventure sports.

The project costs £225 per month which includes accommodation, all meals, internet use (Wi-Fi), water, and depending on your work, transport. Please note that this price is especially for volunteers who apply through VLA and the normal (regular) price is £315 per month.

Make a Child Smile

This project provides poor children with opportunities beyond what they might normally experience. This includes play and recreation, nutritional support, reading, arts and crafts, exposure and instruction in English, sports, music, and much more. The project is a mix of a day care centre and youth centre, and the ages of the children that attend range from infancy to teens. The project welcomes the assistance of individuals, groups of friends, and even whole families.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. Hostel type accommodation is available for £15 per week (£9 per week after 4 weeks service).

Horseback Riding Guide

This small rural lodge and horseback riding centre is looking for horseback riding guides or riders with sufficient experience. Volunteer activities include taking care of the horses, training the horses, guiding (horse riding), and helping out with various tasks at the lodge. Volunteers must love horses and country life, be serious about their work, and be motivated and enthusiastic.

Volunteers receive free accommodation with private bathroom and a little pocket money.

Organic Working Ranch

This working ranch is based on the shores of a lake in majestic surroundings. The ranch accepts volunteers who offer their services in exchange for room and board. The areas in which volunteers can work are the kitchen, bar, reception, vegetable gardens, animal production, yoga and construction. Volunteers also have the opportunity to take part in adventure and educative tours. The ranch offers mountain biking, horseback riding, rappelling, kayaking, hiking, and volcano tours.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food in exchange for their work.

Volunteer Trekking Guide

Volunteers are needed to lead hikes through cloud forest, remote farming villages and high grasslands on the way to beautiful lakes and volcanoes. When not on treks volunteers help out in the office, doing the behind-the-scenes tasks that keep the whole operation running. Some sort of outdoor or trekking experience, a first aid qualification, and a 3 month minimum commitment are required. All the proceeds from this project support charities that aim to improve the lives of destitute children (street kids).

All expenses and food are paid for whilst on treks. Volunteers receive subsidised accommodation (£9 per month). The money earned from tips is enough to pay for food.

Volunteer Accompaniment of Kids and Youngsters

This project helps children and youth that previously lived on the streets, in vulnerable situations and/or were abandoned. The orphanage is looking for volunteers who have a good understanding of Spanish to help with the development of the children through studies, workshops, and various daily activities.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and meals.

School Teacher in the Galápagos

This project strives to merge higher education with community development through locally driven social and environmental projects. It seeks suitably qualified teachers (certification or experience in teaching) to teach English as a foreign language (basic level) at one of two local public elementary schools. Teachers provide around 20 English language education classes per week. Teachers are encouraged and expected to compliment the basic curriculum with their own lesson planning and activity development.

Volunteers receive free housing (with shared kitchen and private bathroom) and a £250 per month stipend for food and other expenses.

Permaculture Project

This 2 hectare farm in the mountains is aiming to be self-sufficient using permaculture principles. The project accepts volunteers throughout the year, exchanging accommodation and experience for volunteer work. In addition to volunteer opportunities this project also offers intensive permaculture design courses and cob/adobe workshops. This is a good place to learn about the benefits and challenges that come with living sustainably, and the farm atmosphere is ideal for reflexion and meditation.

Volunteers receive free accommodation in an adobe cabin. Volunteers share the cost of food (approx £8 per person per week).

Enriching the Lives of Children and Families

This project nourishes the bodies and minds of children and families and provides supplemental educational and social services. Volunteers can get involved in a variety of activities such as teaching and monitoring computer classes, reading and conducting story times, assisting with dance and English classes, art projects with the children, or simply sitting and spending time with the children that visit the dining room during the day. Volunteers may also accompany the social worker on home visits and conduct follow-ups. Artists, teachers, social workers, community health professionals, business professionals, and volunteers with computer experience are all welcome. Volunteers with experience of domestic violence and sexual assault are particularly needed. Volunteers who want to develop a project are welcome to put forward their ideas.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and lunch 5 days a week. Wireless internet access is available.

Volunteer in Rural Mayan Community

This project is dedicated to the welfare of Mayan families and rural communities. It is looking for volunteers to share their time, knowledge, and skills with rural Mayan people. Volunteers pass on job-related skills to young Mayans via independent education workshops. Volunteers can run computer skills workshops, teach foreign languages (English, German, French), hospitality related classes, green awareness, nutrition and cooking classes, etc. In their spare time volunteers can explore ancient Mayan temples and enjoy the regions eco-cultural wonders.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers receive free (high quality) accommodation, a daily light lunch, and a free wireless internet connection.

Volunteer in the Jungle

This project runs various jungle hikes and cave tours, and educates people in how to live a more sustainable lifestyle. It grows its own food and tends to a botanical nursery. Depending on the time of year the work may include landscaping and nursery work with tropical flowers and palms, assisting visiting campers in various capacities, general cleaning, building and equipment maintenance, kitchen work, trail building and construction work. In their spare time volunteers can relax in hammocks or swimming holes, or opt for something a little more energetic (jungle hikes, playing football with the locals, etc). Volunteers work in a beautiful environment and enjoy discounted pricing on trips to amazing waterfalls, swimming holes, caves and canoeing.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food.

Volunteer at Eco Centre

This eco centre has been consciously designed to minimise its impact on the environment, including eco friendly strategies for waste management and food production. The eco centre welcomes volunteers who receive subsidised accommodation and food in exchange for their work. Volunteers can spend part of their time working in the eco centre (gardening, construction, maintenance), and part outside within the community (education, construction, working with children, etc). If volunteers have specific skills in tourism, gastronomy, permaculture, etc, they might be eligible to receive free accommodation and food in exchange for their work.

The project costs £9.50 per day for stays of less than 10 days or £6.50 per day for stays of 10 days or more. The fee includes accommodation and 3 vegetarian meals per day. The option of work exchange at no cost is dependent on the profile of the volunteer.

Take Action for the Rainforest

This rainforest is under severe threat and volunteers are required to help protect it. The people that live in the forests need to learn new skills to replace the destructive ones that are destroying the forest. The project seeks volunteers with skills in teaching (especially English), organic farming, Permaculture, carpentry, alternative energy and eco-construction to pass on their knowledge to the residents of the forest. It is looking for energetic, enthusiastic and hardworking individuals with a sense of purpose and adventure. In their spare time volunteers have the opportunity to take part in many activities including trekking, topical river white-water rafting, horseback riding, mountain climbing, yoga, meditation, mountain biking, kite surfing, and much more. The project is adjacent to a spectacular waterfall and white-water river.

The project costs £9.50 per day for quality lodging and food with reimbursements available to hard working and motivated volunteers.

Volunteer at Surf Camp

This unique and great surfing spot is located within a national park. The surf camp occasionally recruits (male) volunteers to help with the running of the camp, assisting customers and staff. When it’s quiet volunteers can help with the sea turtle program (during the nesting season) or teach English to the children of the village. The surf camp supports a program for the conservation of sea turtles, since they nest on the same beach (30 metres from the surf camp).

Volunteers receive free accommodation, meals and board rental.

Hotel (Sports) Guide

This hotel organises activities for its clients: kayaking, surfing, snorkelling, rafting, hiking and horse riding. It is looking for volunteers to accompany clients from all over the world during the activities. Volunteers should know how to ride a horse, be able to work autonomously, and inclined to discover a new country, a new culture and learn a new language. Volunteers will occasionally be involved in various other tasks such as construction, attendance and kitchen help. The hotel is looking for dynamic and proactive volunteers who like nature, sport and children. Past experience in tourism or the hotel business would be appreciated.

Volunteers receive free accommodation, food, and laundry service.

Help Poor and Disadvantaged Children & Optional Spanish Classes

This project is dedicated to improving the lives of the poor and underserved with the help of international volunteers. There are opportunities to help in education, social work and health care (i.e. working in orphanages, working with street kids or single mothers, teaching English, providing health care in hospitals and medical centres, etc). Each programme allows the volunteer to interact with the community, experience the local culture and improve their Spanish language ability. The project has its own qualified and experienced teachers who offer Spanish classes for £45 per week (14 hours of tuition).

Resident housing costs £45 per week or £190 per month which inlcudes a comfortable bed, hot showers, and a kitchen to prepare your own meals. Volunteers who prefer a homestay pay £60 per week or £250 per month including all meals.

Experience a Sustainable Way of Life

This eco village welcomes vegetarians or those who like to experience a vegetarian lifestyle. Within this eco-conscious community, you will learn about yoga, meditation, vegetarian cooking, organic agriculture, nutrition, different kinds of art and life philosophy. Volunteers work for 4 to 5 hours per day on sustainable activities in the village (i.e. organic gardening, eco building, teaching English, etc), and have the opportunity to participate in various workshops.

The project costs £7 per day for stays of more than 2 weeks. The fee includes accommodation, organic vegetarian food, and various activities (hatha yoga classes, meditation, music-therapy with oriental instruments, philosophical study programmes, etc).

Volunteer for Animal Sanctuary

The project is located on a beautiful beach-front property surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. The sanctuary needs general volunteers to help look after its animals (mainly cats) and other miscellaneous duties. No previous experience required. It also seeks a veterinarian, a veterinary technician, teacher (environmental education), fundraiser, accountant, writer, and a carpenter. In their spare time volunteers will enjoy spectacular sunsets, excellent diving, snorkelling, manatee watching, white sand and tranquillity.

The project provides volunteers with beach front or floating accommodation for £49 per week. The fee decreases after 2 weeks service. All fees contribute to the running of the sanctuary.

Disaster Relief and Reconstruction

This project is responding to the August 2007 7.9 magnitude earthquake that devastated over 80% of Pisco, Peru. The earthquake left many people living in makeshift housing without adequate sanitation. Volunteers support the recovery efforts through a diverse range of construction and community-based projects. Construction projects range from demolition, to building homes, sanitation units and furniture. Community based projects include teaching English, computer classes, boxing lessons, assisting at child care centres and community art projects. Volunteers can stay for any length of time and are guaranteed a dynamic and rewarding work experience.

There is no project fee but volunteers are asked to contribute £22 per week to help cover the cost of accommodation and two meals per day.

Pedal Powered Machines

This project reconditions used bicycles to sell at local markets and recycles junk bicycles to build pedal-powered machines. These perform a variety of tasks such as threshing corn, blending food and pumping water. The project offers a small number of volunteer positions for skilled, self motivated people. Volunteer roles include: workshop engineers; cycle mechanics; sales and marketing; producing PDF instructions; and translation work.

Volunteers receive free accommodation but are responsible for buying and cooking their own food.

Volunteer for School of Comedy and Mime

This innovative project educates young people who are in precarious family situations where poverty, drug abuse, physical/sexual abuse, gangs and other criminal activity are an unfortunate part of daily life. Through theatre, clowning, mime and circus skills students discover how to respect themselves and others when taught that they can make a living through this art. The project is looking for volunteers with the following skills: clown; mime; drama; theatre improvisation; storytelling; magic; contemporary dance (jazz, tap, Latin); set design and props; acrobatics; juggling; puppets. The project also strives to improve the academic education of their students and it needs volunteers to teach English, mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer and graphic design, entertainment techniques.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. The project assists volunteers in finding a low cost place to stay.

Ecolodge Volunteer & Optional Spanish Classes

This ecolodge and nature reserve provides outdoor activities for travellers as well as students who have an interest in nature, learning practical skills and scientific research. Volunteers require no specific skills to participate in this program. Volunteers normally work Monday through Friday, 4 hours per day. The rest of the day is usually spent reading, relaxing, walking or taking Spanish lessons. Most work is in open air and includes trail maintenance, reforestation, riverbank repair, gardening, minor construction, shaded-grown coffee picking/processing, making marmalades, etc. For scientific research projects, adequate knowledge is required (i.e. taxonomy, ecology, photography, geology, etc).

Volunteers can stay in the ecolodge for £3.75 per day or camp for £1.80 per day (own tent required). The ecolodge/campsite has furnished kitchens to prepare meals. Seasonal fruit and pure drinking water provided. Spanish lessons cost £2.50 per hour.

Enhance Education and Empower Communities

This project offers enhanced educational opportunities in rural communities where access to learning materials, resources and continuing education is scarce. Every program is built on a foundation of English language skills, literacy building activities and creative arts activities. Classes are taught in a safe, progressive environment in an effort to foster personal growth and intellectual development. The project welcome volunteers of any expertise for any amount of time. The opportunities for volunteering are endless: teaching English, creative arts, sports, helping tutor for exams, etc.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. Short and long term housing is available for volunteers. There's also a homestay option with a local family for £9 per night with breakfast and dinner included.

Help Mayan Families

This project provides a variety of programs that help impoverished indigenous Maya people and the communities in which they live. It welcomes support from skilled volunteers who want to work with a hands-on organization. Volunteers can get involved in a range of activities: information technology, education, family aid, photography, videography, medical work, and manual labour.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. Volunteers can choose to stay with host families or in private accommodation. Homestays cost approximately £9 per day including all meals.

Waiter/Waitress & Surf Instructor

This surf lodge is run in the true spirit of ecotourism; minimising environmental impact, promoting conservation, and providing benefits for the local community. The lodge is located near four incredible surf spots with favourable surfing conditions throughout the year. Other attractions include great fishing, snorkelling, horseback riding and nature exploration. Sea turtles frequently come up onto the beach at night to lay their eggs. The lodge is looking for someone who has experience of waiting tables and serving drinks, giving surf lessons, and is conversational in English and Spanish.

Benefits include free board and lodging, £65 per month salary, and share of profits from surf lessons.

Volunteer at Resource and Rehabilitation Centre

This project tackles the issue of disability with people from rural communities (indigenous people); running programs on rehabilitation, social inclusion, information and prevention of any kind of disability (physical, intellectual or psycho-social). Volunteers can participate in all the daily activities of the centre: help out in the kitchen, garden, maintenance, paper recycling workshop, handicraft store, care for young adults with severe disabilities, therapy and other CBR activities. Volunteers must be interested in disability issues; however, experience in these topics is not a requirement.

Volunteers receive free board and lodging if staying for 6 months or more. Volunteers are responsible for their own living expenses if staying for shorter periods.

Volcano Boarding Guide

This project is looking for a volcano boarding guide to take over and enhance its volcano boarding tour. If you are fit, energetic and adventurous, with great people and organisational skills, and not afraid of heights, then this could be the job for you. Practical skills such as carpentry or experience with other adventure sports would be a great asset. The project offers volcano boarding guides full training, a fun and dynamic work environment, and the opportunity to get involved in other aspects of the tour and expedition operation.

Volcano boarding guides receive free accommodation and food in a hostel.

Help Working Children & Optional Spanish Classes

This project is devoted to helping working children (especially working girls) and their families overcome grinding poverty and improve their quality of lives through education and job training, nutrition programs, health and social services, psychological help and recreation. Volunteer opportunities are varied, and range from working in street outreach programmes, to teaching mothers jewellery making, to helping with fundraising or administrative work. There are tasks for all interests and capabilities. There is currently an urgent need for a doctor, dentist and street outreach nurse.

Volunteers are assisted with finding accommodation and Spanish classes (optional). Housing starts at £99 per month including food. Spanish classes range from £2.50 to £6.50 per hour.

Help with Horses

This small equestrian school teaches dressage, jumping and recreational riding. It is looking for experienced riders (volunteers) or interns. Volunteers carry out various tasks such as helping take care of the horses and supervising interns during morning/evening feed and stall cleaning. Internships are aimed at beginner or intermediate riders interested in a hands-on experience with horses. Interns work directly with the horses, helping administer medicines and dealing with each horses individual needs. Interns also help with general stable care and management. Interns have the opportunity to improve their riding skills and visit several traditional stables to witness the local horse culture. No experience necessary.

There is no charge to volunteer. A private room and all meals are provided. The internship costs £12 per day which includes a private room and all meals.

Street Kids Volunteer

This project gives aid and support to local children from impoverished backgrounds. A team of international and local volunteers provide food, classes and medical attention to children who would otherwise be unable to attend school, and therefore be working on the streets. The project currently cares for 40 children between 6 and 16 years old. It is looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are interested in working with children and who have initiative to implement new programs. Volunteer work consists of helping the children with homework, teaching them new skills and organizing weekly workshops. Volunteers also offer extra-curricular activities such as going to the pool, taking excursions and sport competitions. The project can issue certificates and recommendations if you wish to have your time there to be considered as an internship or practical part of your education or work related requirements.

The project costs £190 per month which includes accommodation and meals 5 days a week, a small margin of which goes to help the centre.

Volunteer for Animal Welfare Organization

This project provides low-cost spay and neuter services (sterilization) to local pets and street animals. It believes the first step to alleviating the suffering of sick, homeless and starving animals is to prevent additional generations from being born. Volunteers work closely with local veterinarians to assist in the improvement of local veterinary facilities and services. The project facilitates access to veterinary training in advanced surgical and other techniques. If you like animals and want to make a difference then this could be the project for you. Volunteers with different skills and interests are welcome.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses.

Field Work and Exploration

This project is looking for volunteers to gather information on the locations they visit and the people they meet. Volunteers will be responsible for publishing articles, stories, city facts and travel information, news and sports updates. Volunteers require some writing experience, some knowledge of simple HTML and data entry, and must own their own laptop and camera. This project is a young writers dream and a perfect opportunity for bloggers and social activists to get their hands wet.

The project costs £40 per week which includes accommodation, food and internet access.

Volunteer Site Attendants

This project provides the rare opportunity to monitor and look after young Orange-breasted Falcons prior to and after they are released in the forests. Specific responsibilities include monitoring, feeding, and ensuring the well-being of young falcons during the entire process of release. Attendants must be able to read colour-coded bands through a spotting scope. The release period will begin approximately in early May and will continue for 8 to 12 weeks. Volunteers must be in good health and speak English.

Accommodation and food are provided. Appropriate recognition in scientific papers and personal references are given.

Penguin Research

This project recruits a small number of volunteers each year to conduct daily observations of penguin nests from November to February. Volunteers participate for 8 weeks; from early November to end of December or early January to end of February. Applications are invited during August and September. Previous experience of working overseas and Spanish skills are required.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers are provided with free accommodation close to the penguin colony. Volunteers are responsible for covering the cost of food.

Marine Mammal Internship Program

This internship program supports activities related to the research and conservation of marine mammal species (whales, dolphins, porpoises, sea-lions, and marine otters) that inhabit the coastal waters of the Eastern South Pacific. These species are monitored all year round by researchers and international volunteers. Interns are trained to participate in the rescue, rehabilitation, and biological follow up of sea-lions, dolphins, whales and marine otters following specialized protocols. This program is aimed at future professionals looking to develop a specialized career on the research and conservation of marine mammal species. Interns who apply through Volunteer Latin America receive special rates (discounted program fees). This equates to a saving of over £300 per month.

The internship program costs £375 per month (shorter stays possible). The fee includes accommodation, airport pick-up/drop-off, specialized academic and practical training, marine mammal identification field guide, certificate of achievement, and much more.

Education and Research & Optional Spanish/Diving Courses

This project is dedicated to the conservation of fragile reefs, mangroves and island animals. It currently seeks volunteers (undergraduate or graduate) to work as research assistants and environmental educators. Research assistant's help manage the database of dive sites, patrol and monitor the reefs, organize eco-tours on foot or by boat, work in the information centre, and much more. Environmental education volunteers work on programmes in local schools, organize field trips, community workshops, beach and underwater clean-ups, reforestation, and many other activities.

The project costs £220 per month which includes accommodation, (wireless) internet, TV/Video, water, and laundry service. Diving courses are optional but can be arranged at a cost of around £160. Spanish language classes cost £90 for 20 hours of tuition.

Work in a Luxurious Hotel on the Galapagos Islands

This luxury hotel is located on a pristine white-sand beach on one of the most beautiful and peaceful islands in the Galapagos. Guests at the hotel enjoy spectacular sea views and all the amenities associated with a quality hotel. The hotel needs a temporary receptionist/administrator. Main activities include helping out in the reception and welcoming guests. The hotel offers free board and lodging in exchange for a 7 hour day, 5 days a week.

Volunteers receive free board and lodging.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children

The focus of this project is to improve the lives of impoverished children, supporting their education, diet, families and communities. Volunteers are required to help run the kindergarten/day care centre, getting involved in activities such as teaching (English, maths, remedial reading, etc), computer classes and sports education. Volunteers are also needed to help teach English to children who attend the public elementary school. Volunteers work side by side with an experienced TESL certified teacher. For those interested, there is also the possibility of working at a local orphanage, helping with remedial reading and maths, one-on-one homework, and creative expression workshops (art, music, drama, writing, etc).

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. Most volunteers stay in a beach house which costs between £17 – £26 per week. Volunteers purchase and prepare their own food.

Volunteer for Animal Orphanage

This project seeks volunteers for a wide variety of tasks. Volunteers mostly help them in the upkeep of the butterfly farm, planting trees, cleaning, building and repairing cages, and guiding visitors. However, if a baby animal arrives a volunteer might be asked to take care of it. Volunteers don't need any special skills, just a genuine love for flora and fauna. The only requirement is a basic knowledge of Spanish.

Volunteer pay £3 per day for accommodation (less if staying more than 2 weeks) and a similar amount for food. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt.

Rainforest Conservation

This project enables volunteers to make a genuine contribution to the conservation of the rainforest and is ideal for those taking a gap year or career break. There are a wide variety of activities and projects that volunteers can get involved in such as forest patrols, working in the tree nursery, reforestation programmes, environmental education, forest surveys, teaching English, or simply helping out with day to day maintenance (i.e office duties, painting etc). There are world famous beaches and tourist attractions to visit in your spare time.

The project costs £250 per month which includes accommodation, meals, laundry facilities and free internet access in the evenings.

Monitoring Parrots in the Amazon Rainforest

This project is looking for field assistants to help collect seasonal information on parrot nesting habits and ecology. The work includes counting parrots on mineral licks, monitoring tree fruiting patterns, collecting information on diet, breeding and various other activities. No previous experience is required as full training in identification and field techniques will be given. This project provides a great opportunity to explore the Amazon rainforest and gain valuable field experience.

The project costs £9 per day which covers accommodation, food, unlimited tea and coffee, internet, training materials, research permits, and local transport to and from the site.

Ayahuasca Healing/EcoCentre in the Amazon Rainforest

This rainforest retreat and shamanic healing centre specialises in plant medicines and traditional cures. It provides a safe haven for contemporary seekers to find the healing and vision they need through the effective use of shamanic techniques and jungle medicines. The centre offers healing retreats with some of the most respected and powerful ayahuasca shamans as well as workshops and training in plant spirit medicine. The centre seeks volunteers to help develop the site including the construction of new buildings, walkways, and the creation of a medicine garden. The centre also seeks volunteers to help care for people who are undergoing ceremonies and healing work. Duties include cooking, cleaning, laundry, and maintenance. This project provides volunteers with the opportunity to experience a healing atmosphere, meet real jungle shamans, work in the rainforest and make a difference.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food in exchange for 4 hours of work per day. Accommodation is in traditional jungle huts with shared showers and toilets.

Nature Conservation and Sustainable Community Development

This project is in a unique and mountainous region which is very rich in flora and fauna. However, it is jeopardised by illegal mining, forest fragmentation and growing anthropogenic pressure. Action is required and volunteers are needed to participate in one or more current programmes working with the indigenous communities in surrounding forests. There are many conservation, community development, teaching and health care projects available. Most of the programmes don't require any qualifications, skills or previous experience. In your leisure time you can go trekking, hiking, biking or bathing in one of the nearby waterfalls.

The project costs £100 per month which includes accommodation in rooms with private bathroom and cooking facilities in a well furnished kitchen. Food will cost between £40 – £75 per month, depending on your diet and preferences.

Biology Students Required at EcoLodge

This remote ecolodge is surrounded by pristine primary lowland rainforest and clear waters. The lodge invites biology students to study the rainforest. During their stay students give English lessons to local employees and improve the local naturalist’s knowledge of natural history. Additionally, they assist the local naturalist in guiding tours, attend to clients in the restaurant, and help out wherever needed.

Students receive free lodging and meals.

Volunteer at Rainforest Lodge

This rainforest lodge is looking for volunteers to act as guides or work in the gift store. Volunteer guides lead daily nature walks for guests staying at the lodge. A background in biology and the ability to communicate in Spanish is preferable. Volunteers are also required to run the gift store and take care of administrative duties. Volunteers should be Fluent in English and speak a little Spanish. The ability to speak other languages, particularly German, would be a great asset.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food.

Orchid Conservation Volunteer

This project is dedicated to protecting endangered and endemic species of orchids. It aims to protect these flowers from extinction via conservation initiatives and promoting sustainable forms of development. A wide range of activities are offered to volunteers and interns: website maintenance; marketing; fundraising; taking care of orchids; taking photographs; working in their cafeteria; orchid protection and ecotourism actions. Volunteers/interns must possess the ability to work independently and have a keen interest in environmental protection and/or ecotourism.

Volunteers/interns receive a free homestay with a local family with three meals per day. Free wireless internet access is available.

Discover the Culture and Biodiversity of the Amazon

This is an opportunity to discover an unspoilt region of the Amazon rainforest, to really leave the beaten track behind and to immerse yourself in a culture that belongs to the forest. There have been few intrusions into this territory and the indigenous peoples' have only recently made contact with the western world. You will not be invading or disrupting their culture but helping to preserve it. There are many ways to help including: teaching English to the local tribe; helping out on guided tours; medical work; construction; community development, tourism; accountancy; the investigation of flora and fauna, etc. The primary forest is blessed with remarkable levels of biodiversity.

The project costs £7 per day for food and accommodation.

Human Rights and Justice Accompaniers

This project supports people who continue to struggle for change after centuries of oppression, violence, racism and exploitation. It works in solidarity with local organisations and communities striving for human rights, social and economic justice and the empowerment and participation of indigenous peoples and all marginalised groups. The project is seeking Spanish speaking volunteers interested in human rights and experiencing life in Mayan communities to act as Human Rights and Justice Accompaniers. Volunteers (usually in pairs) are based in the rural communities at risk, from where they can alert international networks about the situation rather than physically prevent acts of aggression or intimidation.

The project provides accompaniers with about £60 per month to help towards the cost of food and in-country travel. Accommodation is normally provided free of charge in the communities.

Orphanage, Kindergarten & Medical Volunteers

This project seeks volunteers to help out at one of two orphanages, a kindergarten or medical clinic. The first orphanage needs volunteers to teach English or organize activities for the children (i.e. puppet shows, football matches, music etc). The second orphanage needs volunteers to help out with various workshops it offers such as cooking, ceramics, clothes making (knitting, sewing, etc) and computers. Volunteers can also offer support as nannies, nurses, and tutors. Kindergarten volunteers assist the teachers in providing English, music, sport and various other activities. Help is also needed in getting the children to-and-from the school safely. The medical clinic is in need of doctors, dentists, obstetricians; basically any volunteer who can perform any kind of medical work. The clinic also needs administrative volunteers for the office.

Volunteers make a one-off payment of £120 which includes an airport pick-up and city tour, orientation, in-country support, 4 hour Spanish introduction course, and then £55 per week for a homestay. Tours to Machu Picchu can be arranged for a small additional fee.

Environmental Education Volunteer / Tour Guide

This environmental education centre is in need of intelligent and enthusiastic people to help them teach visitors about insects and arthropods (i.e. butterflies, spiders, beetles etc). Volunteers are responsible for giving tours, maintenance of the facility, animal husbandry and other general tasks. During the tours you are encouraged to handle insects (though it is not absolutely required) and express enthusiasm for your subject. Some knowledge of Spanish is useful but not necessary. Fluency in English is essential. There are many good places to hike in your free time including a great sunset look-out and a couple of waterfalls.

Volunteers receive free board and lodging for the enitre duration of their stay.

Trekking Volunteer

This project offers trekking opportunities and uses its proceeds to support children and communities living in poverty. Volunteer duties include general promotion, preparing for and leading tours/treks and also participation in activities with children from the project. Treks range from 1 to 5 days and allow you to view towering waterfalls, stay in indigenous communities, swim in mountain streams, walk along ancient trails and much much more.

There is no fee to participate but volunteers are responsible for living expenses. Private hostel type accommodation costs around £40 per month and a room in a shared house costs £25 per month. Food is very cheap and £5 per day is adequate.

Volunteer at Animal Shelter

This animal rescue shelter specializes in providing sanctuary for endangered wild cats including pumas and ocelots. The animal shelter also cares for macaws, parrots, monkeys and other rescued wildlife. Some of the activities that volunteers can engage in are: tourist guide; maintenance (i.e. cleaning of footpaths, garden, etc); food preparation and feeding of animals. Innovative ideas which can be implemented to improve the animal shelter are always welcome. The shelter also considers research (internship) proposals.

The shelter has comfortable accommodation (kitchen, living room, terrace, etc) which costs £5 per day. Volunteers have the option of preparing their own food or eating in nearby restaurants.

Volunteer at Children's Village

This project cares for malnourished, abandoned and orphaned children. The orphanage is looking for doctors and nurses and proposals for special projects (put your own ideas into operation). Volunteers can also work in the projects associated backpackers hotel. The types of jobs available include: chef, cook, waiting staff, receptionist, hosting and promotion work.

Volunteers make a 'one-off' donation of £185 to cover board and lodging for the duration of their stay (3 months minimum). Volunteers at the backpacker’s hotel receive free board and lodging (no donation required).

Football Writers

This project is looking for football writers to provide news, information and match analysis. Applicants should have intricate knowledge of the tournament that they wish to write on, be passionate about football and have excellent writing skills. The successful candidates will be able to produce accurate, informed match coverage (before and after games), work under pressure and to deadlines. Detailed knowledge of players and teams is a must, as is the ability to convert that knowledge into easy to use previews and post game reports.

Writer’s are paid on a per match basis – £34 - £40 (includes any travel or ticket expenses).

Elephant Seal Research

This elephant seal research project recruits a small number of volunteers each year to help carry out field work and/or assist in the lab. There is a preference for volunteers with a background in biology and some previous field work experience. This is an excellent opportunity to work with highly experienced professionals and learn more about these mysterious and unique creatures.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and food. Volunteers pay for extra services such as internet access and drinks.

Wild Animal Refuge Volunteer

The animals here are rescued from circuses, animal dealers or homes and are brought to the refuge for rehabilitation and liberation back into the wild. For those animals that are debilitated or captivated for an irretrievable amount of time, the refuge provides them the care they need and a home in the jungle. The refuge houses about 200 monkeys, dozens of tropical birds and wild cats like pumas, jaguars and ocelots.

Everyone can volunteer, you don't need previous experience or a biology degree, all you need is a big heart and the will to work hard to save the animals. Volunteers who wish to be responsible for a specific animal need further training and therefore are required to stay for a month (usually more for the cats).

The project costs from £100 - £125 for the first 15 days (depending on accommodation). After 15 days the price decreases to £4.50 per day (including food and accommodation).

Volunteer for Indigenous Women’s Weaving Cooperative

This project supports indigenous weaving cooperatives and ensures the crafts people receive a fair wage. It provides an excellent opportunity for volunteers to learn about international development, cooperatives, weaving and fair trade. There are short and long term opportunities for volunteers with experience in program management and volunteer coordination, store management, website maintenance and graphic design, fundraising, marketing, product sales, and translation. Volunteers are given the opportunity to learn how to weave (free of charge) using traditional weaving techniques.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. There are many cheap places to stay in the area including hostels and host families (from £60 per month).

Help in the Fight Against Hunger

This project helps those who suffer from hunger by distributing food to a large number of soup kitchens. The main work carried out by volunteers involves the classification of donated food products (i.e. checking expiration dates, separating products, preparing bags and boxes etc). This project provides a wonderful opportunity to meet local people and help those living on the streets. Everybody is welcome including volunteers with little or no knowledge of Spanish.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their accommodation, food and other personal expenses. Lunch is provided for volunteers working a full day.

Horse Trekking Adventure

This project seeks volunteers interested in horse riding and the great outdoors with some relevant work experience. The work includes fetching the horses from their paddocks, preparing the horses, and looking after guests. Once volunteers have been adequately trained they are given the opportunity to guide short tours of 3 - 4 hours with up to 6 guests without supervision. Volunteers are required for the following periods: 1 September to 30 November; 1 November to 31 January; 1 December to 28 February; 1 February to 30 April. Female volunteers preferred.

Volunteers receive free board and lodging.

Volunteer Teacher

The aim of this project is to give students a good command of the English language as well as a better foundation in academic subjects than is available in the public school system. Volunteer teachers get a chance to live the adventure of a real immersion experience while providing a quality global education to the students at the school and a culturally broadening experience to the rest of the local community. Everyone is encouraged to apply regardless of their academic level or speciality. The primary prerequisite is good English language skills.

Long term volunteers receive free housing and an allowance for food and general household items. Shorter term volunteers are requested to contribute towards the cost of accommodation and meals.

Help Underprivileged Children

This project works in socially marginalized and extremely impoverished neighborhoods. It provides recreational, educational and social activities as well as food and clothing to underprivileged children and their families. Volunteers are needed to work closely with these children, helping them develop in a healthy and happy environment. No previous experience is required, just a real desire to improve the lives of children. There are also opportunities to help out in community centres, soup kitchens and hospitals.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses (i.e. accommodation and food). Volunteers are given assistance in finding a place to stay.

Health and Medical Projects in the Galapagos

This project is dedicated to improving the health and educational systems of the Galapagos Islands. It is looking for a range of medical volunteers such as: doctors specializing in trauma, diabetes and geriatric medicine; nurses; laparoscopic surgeons; anaesthesiologists; radiologists; cardiologists; epidemiologists; dieticians; physical therapists; and medical students. The project is also looking for volunteers to give workshops on a variety of health and medical topics such as AIDS/HIV, sexual education, nutrition, first aid, medical English, as well as seminars for local medical professionals about new medical research, technology and protocols. All volunteers receive an on-site orientation that includes a briefing not only on the humanitarian situation in the Islands, but also an introduction to local flora and fauna, local customs and culture.

The project can arrange everything for you or you can do it yourself. Volunteers have the option of staying with a local family (homestay) or in a local hotel or backpackers hostel. Homestays start at £140 for a 2 week stay.

Building Hope in the Community

This project strives to improve life in the community and supports two schools for elementary/secondary students from financially distressed families. Volunteers with some expertise in social work, teaching English, Spanish, maths, and sciences, are needed to serve as mentors/tutors for students. The school also has a music program which is in need of a music teachers and choral director. In addition to the above activities, the project operates an animal health clinic which seeks volunteer veterinarians for any period of time. The focus is on sterilization to curb the high population of abandoned dogs and cats, but veterinarians also provide consultation and treatment for all animals brought to the clinic. Horse specialists are particularly welcome since many work horses are brought to the clinic.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. The project helps volunteers find budget accommodation.

Bilingual Education for Poor Families

This vocational and bilingual school offers education and job training for children of low income families. The school is always looking for volunteers to share their skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm with its students and teachers. At the moment the greatest need is for long term teachers and teaching assistants for the bilingual preschool and elementary school.

The project provides free board and lodging plus a monthly stipend of £50 for volunteers and £195 – £325 for qualified teachers.

Work at Hostel and Learn Spanish

This hostel is located in the heart of Lima. It has 8 bedrooms all with private bathroom, internet and cable TV. The owners are looking for young people who want to learn Spanish and get to know the culture and people of Peru. The job involves working as a receptionist or at the hostel’s tour and travel desk, giving information about what to do in Lima, etc This is a good opportunity to learn about the tourism business. There are no language requirements as Spanish will be learnt whilst working at the hostel.

There is no cost to participate and volunteers receive free accommodation and all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).

Volunteer/Internships at Rainforest Ranch

This environmental learning and sustainable living centre is located in virgin rainforest with picture perfect waterfalls and crystal clear rivers. Volunteers work on various projects, depending on the specific needs of the ranch at the time of their visit. The ranch is also open to self-start projects if there is something that you are interested in doing or learning. The following are some of the areas where volunteers will be concentrating their efforts in the upcoming year: agroforestry; basic carpentry; building with cob; building with bamboo; soap making; designing and construction of composting toilets; cooking and cleaning; English instruction (to locals); foundation work and basic masonry; gardening; general labour; grey water system design and installation; massage; micro-hydro system design and installation; permaculture; trail construction and maintenance; tropical farming; yoga instruction; and more. Interns work on their own project on a daily basis and any relevant area of study is accepted. Examples include: nature conservation; reforestation; sustainable community development; ecotourism and sustainable development; insect collection; aquatic environments; and weather investigation.

The project costs £7 per night which includes all meals and lodging. The cost of the internship program is £129 per month.

Childcare and Teaching Assistant

This project is looking for volunteers to assist in the operation of a children's home and help out at the school. Volunteers are immersed in the day-to-day life of the children and should be prepared to help out with all manner of tasks such as serving meals and reading stories. Volunteers in the school help the children with their homework, give English lessons, and get involved in other daily activities. The children in the home have experienced various types of abuse; therefore, sensitivity and understanding are a must.

Volunteers can stay in a 'volunteer house' which costs £40 per week per person. Volunteers purchase and cook their own food but can eat lunch (included) at either the children’s home or school when they are working.

Green Sea Turtle Conservation

This project needs volunteers to help with research and conservation activities. Volunteers must be in good physical condition to be able to walk long distances on loose sand and know how to swim. It is not necessary to have previous experience in handling sea turtles as training is provided. In addition to this project volunteers are sometimes able to participate in other projects conducted in the area such as dolphin and sea lion projects. This coastal area hosts the largest sea lion population in Latin America.

The project costs £11 per day which includes accommodation and all meals.

Whale Shark Monitoring and Research

This project seeks volunteers to assist with research, office and teaching duties. Research volunteers help man expedition boats and assist scientists in various activities such as photo ID and tissue sampling. Research volunteers must also carry out their own research and time is split between work duties and your individual project. There are also opportunities to help with office duties, organise special events and teach young children.

There is no cost to participate but volunteers must cover all their living expenses (accommodation, food etc).

Marine and Coastal Ecosystem Protection

This program monitors the health of coral, sea grass, and mangrove ecosystems and works towards their restoration and protection. Volunteers receive training in fish identification and reef monitoring methods, as well as participate in marine awareness projects and events. Volunteers can also attend workshops in coral reef conservation. A dive certification PADI Advanced Open Water or equivalent is required to take part in this project.

Volunteers pay £305 per month to cover the running costs of the programme (i.e. accommodation, boat and diving equipment, training, etc).

Marine Conservation Programme

This project protects the marine environment and take a participative approach to ocean management. Volunteers/interns can get involved in different projects including: shark identification and observation; photo-identification of the giant manta ray and humpback whales; sea turtle conservation; coral reef management; and fisheries related activities. Scuba diving is a big part of the project and existing divers have the opportunity to expand on their current knowledge and experience. Non-divers have the opportunity to gain accreditation whilst they are volunteering.

The project costs £290 per month which includes accommodation, supervision, orientation, training, airport pick-up, free t-shirt, and certificate of participation. The fee doesn’t include diving courses.

Research Programme & Optional Spanish Classes

This project is looking for certified scuba divers to help gather important information about local fish species and their habitat. Volunteers have the opportunity to observe endangered, newly discovered fish species in their natural habitat; and gain valuable research and diving experience. For non-divers PADI Open Water Diver Certification is available at a cost of £190. This project can also be combined with Spanish language classes.

The project costs £175 for 2 weeks or £275 per month (including board and lodging).

Volunteer in an Indigenous Community

This small grassroots organisation matches the skills of volunteers with various local groups and projects. There is currently a need for volunteers to help with the development of teaching material and a curriculum for children age 6-12 years old. Volunteers are also required for work in the botanical garden (botany students, landscape designers), developing ecotourism in the community, and assisting local artisans in marketing their products.

Homestays are available at a cost of £22 per week. The fee includes a private room, 3 traditional meals per day and 2 gallons of bottled water per day.

Fair Trade in Indigenous Communities

This project supports artisan groups and small family businesses, and provides them with access to health care and education. It is looking for open minded, motivated and creative volunteers. Depending on your personal skills and specific interests it may be possible to design your own volunteer placement; however, if you do not already have a specific project or area in mind the following areas may be considered: product design; marketing; computer skills training; teaching English; translation; data entry; medicinal herb project (working in the herb garden); fundraising; grant writing; and research activities.

Long term volunteers (3 months or more) receive free housing with use of fully equipped kitchen. Short term volunteers pay £150 per month for housing.

Experience the Amazon and Indigenous Culture

This project is for people who actively want to engage in community development, conservation, and experience the Amazon as well as getting a unique insight into the contemporary life of Shuar and Quichua Indians and the flora and fauna. Volunteers can participate in a series of ongoing projects that include teaching in local schools, traditional farming, construction, trail creation, health promotion, reforestation, nursery work, raising native animals, and other community activities. There are also opportunities to carry out your own research according to your skills and the needs of the community. The involved communities are surrounded by lush rainforest.

The project costs £60 for 1 week, £120 for 2 weeks, £140 for 3 weeks, and £205 for 4 weeks. Discounts are available to long term volunteers. The fee includes accommodation in the community, three meals a day, coordination, and total support during your stay.

Camp Watchers

This project needs a group of 2 - 3 people (couples are welcome) to take care of a sea turtle conservation camp during the off season (1 April - 30 June). This camp is extremely isolated and the closest community is almost a 2 hour hike on foot. There is no electricity, no running water and you will be living a camping lifestyle. The camp includes a well to get bathing and washing water, an outhouse, a gas stove (and all cooking utensils), 2 big canopy tents, and beds. Food and potable water will be brought in once a month. This is a great opportunity for a small group of experienced campers to stay on a beautiful beach for free.

Room and board is provided for the entire 3 months, plus a small camp petty cash box of £65 a month for provisions.

Volunteer in Eco Village

This self-sufficient and artistic community is based on a beautful stretch of coast. Residents and volunteers live together according to principles of non violence, simple living and high thinking, and visitors can learn and experience how it is possible to live happily in harmony with nature, others, and themselves. As a volunteer you will have the opportunity to experience a different culture and way of living. Volunteer positions include helping with and learning about vegetarian cooking, organic agriculture and nutrition, environmentally friendly construction/design projects, yoga, meditation, philosophy, and working with art and educational programs for the children living in and around the community. You can also use your creative energies in various workshops.

Volunteers make a donation of £200 per month which covers accommodation, food, and all activities.

Fieldwork, Research and Education

This project is seeking volunteers for various ecological projects. The tasks change continuously and are mainly dependent upon the skills and initiative of the volunteer. The project takes into consideration what each volunteer wants to accomplish whilst volunteering, and matches their aspirations with the tasks at hand. Current project include: the re-vegetation of hillsides using native plants to reduce erosion and create habitats; promoting the use of sustainable practices in local neighbourhoods; renewable energy development; environmental education; and water supply and purity.

An interest in ecological sustainability is useful but not essential. Willing hands and a desire to help restore a damaged biosphere are the most important requirements.

Volunteers receive free accommodation, extraordinary beach and wilderness recreational activities, and opportunities to improve their Spanish skills. Volunteers contribute around £10 per week for communal expenses (i.e. food, toiletries etc).

Riding and other Therapies - Internship Programme

This project works with people with disabilities, providing riding therapy jointly with other alternative and conventional therapies (physiotherapy, language, art, dancing, occupational therapy, therapy with dogs etc). Depending on the interns experience and interests, the tasks to be fulfilled include the following: assistance during riding therapy; cleaning of stables; taking care of the horses, training of horses; maintaining and watering the riding area, office work and fundraising, and much more.

All interns pay a £95 inscription fee. Accommodation provided in volunteer house free of charge. Food is not included.

Housing and Development

This project develops housing and provides education to families who are currently squatters. The goal is to bring to these families to a model of sustainable development. Volunteers are needed to help the families build their homes and are given the opportunity to get involved in all kinds of development courses and workshops. There are no fees or special requirements although it's desirable to have some knowledge of masonry, plumbing, electricity or carpentry.

Volunteers receive free accommodation and are provided with lunch whilst working.

Help Out at Jungle Hideaway

This jungle lodge is surrounded by 500 hectares of virgin tropical rainforest. It affords visitors a cosy stay in a jungle environment and numerous close encounters with wildlife. Poison dart frogs, monkeys, toucans, parrots and caiman are common sightings in this tropical paradise.

Volunteers at the lodge help look after guests (helping on tours etc) and assist with general duties.

Volunteers are given complimentary food and accommodation whilst staying at the lodge. Volunteers also receive £50 per month pocket money and are offered a free pick-up from the international airport.

Human Development Volunteer

This project cares for orphaned and abandoned children and provides them with food, clothing, shelter, medical care and an education. Volunteers are asked to give a minimum of one year and may serve in a variety of positions, including house parents, nurses, physicians, therapists, teachers, secretaries, gardeners, kitchen help, librarians, or assistants in the clinics.

Long term volunteers receive free accommodation, food, access to medical care and a small monthly stipend.

Ecotourism and Community Support

This fair trade, organic coffee and macadamia project is owned and run by a cooperative of forty families. There are various ways to get involved and support the community: agricultural work (picking coffee, collecting and processing macadamia etc): eco-lodge renovation (construction work, painting and decorating, organic gardening etc); ecotourism assistance (teaching vegetarian, vegan and international cooking etc); and community services (medicine, marketing, teaching English and other subjects etc).

The project costs £25 - £55 per week depending on length of stay. The fee includes accommodation and a fully equipped kitchen to prepare your own meals.

Education and Community Development Volunteers

The core of the work involves assisting teachers by tutoring primary school students in basic reading, writing and mathematics. The volunteer work is located in 8 rural community schools. Other projects include teaching pre-school (kindergarten), teaching English to Grades 3 - 6, assisting with the health care of the children, organizing art and craft workshops, developing and teaching sports programs, computer teaching, administrative tasks and general school maintenance (painting, construction, etc).

There are no fees to participate but volunteers are responsible for their own living costs. Low cost housing options are available.

Volunteer Position in Photo Youth Project

This project teaches photography to teenagers living in a slum. The students learn how to use photography as a language for communicating ideas about their lives and environment to a broader audience. The results are a consistently honest and often moving portrayal of life in the slum. Sophisticated portraits emerge with compositions that are richly descriptive of the world that surrounds these young people - a world containing its own beauty and sadness.

Volunteers are needed to help with fundraising, administrative work, translation, web design, public relations, and to teach subjects related to the arts that are not already being taught in regular workshops.

Volunteers are required to donate materials or a cash sum to the organisation. All the money raised through donations is used in the development of workshops.

Human Rights Volunteer

This project is recruiting new volunteers for its field teams in Colombia, Guatemala and Mexico. Field teams seek to encourage, by means of an international, non violent, non partisan presence, a peaceful resolution of conflicts in the local area. This project offers volunteers: a profound experience of working with an international peace and human rights organisation committed to transforming ideals into practical action; specialist training based on over 25 years experience working in the field; the experience of living and working in a close-knit team of volunteers from many different countries and backgrounds; a unique first-hand insight into the intense pressures faced by human rights defenders and their resilience and courage.

The project covers the cost of travel to country of work, accommodation, food, internal travel, insurance, repatriation, and also provides a stipend to cover additional costs.

Volunteer for Natural Clinic

This project provides family healthcare and education for indigenous communities, using alternative medicine and treatment methods. It welcomes volunteers with skills in medicine (nurses), alternative medicine, midwifery, administration, fundraising, computing, etc. A minimum commitment of 3 months is required but exceptions are made for volunteers with specialist skills (i.e. first aid, CPR, emergency transport, trainers for health care and birth control, etc).

There is no cost to participate but volunteers pay their own living expenses. Numerous cheap housing and eating options are available in the area.

Short and Long Term Medical Volunteers

This small community hospital serves a population of 50,000 indigenous inhabitants in beautiful surroundings. It provides the only 24 hour emergency care within a distance of 2-3 hours. The hospital is looking for short term (minimum 1 month) and long term (6 months to a year) volunteers. The following long term medical volunteers are needed: doctors (physician assistants or nurse practitioners); OB backup; surgeons; and nurses. Short term opportunities: doctors; medical students; ultrasound experts; nurses; midwives; pharmacists; and non-medical volunteers (i.e. computer maintenance, construction, teaching English, administration and accounting etc).

There is no cost to participate but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses. Accommodation ranges £95 – £250 per month (basic to luxury). Volunteers can easily live off £95 per month. Long term doctors might qualify for a negotiated stipend.

Other Projects

We offer hundreds of other volunteering opportunities (850+) in the environmental and humanitarian sectors, some of which you are unlikely to find elsewhere.

We post some of the other volunteering opportunities we offer on the Latin Lounge.

To find out more about the projects we offer you simply need to order a volunteer guide. Your guide will contain details of 20 - 40 organisations/projects that match your needs or personal interests. Be sure to mention any projects featured on this web page or the Latin Lounge that interest you otherwise we may not include them in your guide.

The projects we offer either require the volunteer to make a small financial contribution (participation fee), are free but volunteers are responsible for covering their living expenses, or provide complimentary accommodation and/or food.