From the breathtaking peaks of the Andes Mountains to the lush Amazon rainforest, this diverse continent offers endless opportunities for exploration and a transformative volunteering experience...
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Why Volunteer In Latin America ?
- History & Heritage: From salsa dancing to ancient ruins, immerse yourself in a colorful country where Spanish flair comes alive!
- Improve Your Spanish Skills: While volunteering abroad, practice your conversational skills. You'll live with locals, order delicious cuisine in Spanish, and gain a deeper understanding of the language and culture.
- Memorable Adventures: From hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu to living and working in the Amazon rainforest, Latin America offers many hidden gems fit for adventure seekers.
- Did We Mention The Food?!: Experience world-famous cuisines like empanadas, ceviche, asado, and more. Each country boasts unique flavors and culinary traditions that will tantalize your taste buds.
What Are The Most Popular Volunteer Programs In Latin America?
Although all of our programs are packed with life-changing experiences. These are some of our most popular programs in Latin America:
- Care for Giant Tortoises and plant tree saplings in the Galápagos Islands
- Contributing to reforestation in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest, Peru
- Teach Children In Costa Rica
- Support Teachers In A School In Peru
- Support Nurses And Doctors In Argentina
- Gain Medical Experience Shadowing Physicians In Peru
Is Volunteering Abroad For Me?
When Volunteering abroad, you'll travel and dedicate your time and skills to making a positive impact in areas like education, healthcare, or environmental conservation.
If you're 15+ and ready to contribute to communities around the world, our volunteering trips are your ticket to a life-changing journey.
Each project has individual requirements, however, if you're passionate, open to new challenges, and a global thinker — then volunteering abroad is calling your name.
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Why Travel With Projects Abroad?
- Expertly crafted itineraries: Our carefully curated itineraries showcase the best of South America. Whether you're interested in cultural immersion or adventure travel we have the perfect trip for you.
- Local expertise: We work closely with local guides and partners who know the region inside and out. They will share their insights, stories, and cultural nuances, ensuring you have an authentic and enriching experience.
- Responsible Volunteering: We are committed to sustainable travel practices that benefit local communities and protect the environment. When you travel with us, you can be confident that your journey is making a positive impact.
- Memories that last a lifetime: We strive to create travel experiences that exceed your expectations. From start to finish, we take care of every detail, so you can focus on enjoying your travels.
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Is Volunteering Abroad Safe?
Yes! - We employ whole teams in every destination so we know the local areas and communities inside out. You’ll also have a dedicated supervisor assigned to you.
It's rare, but if any problems or illnesses were to arise, there'll always be trained staff available nearby to keep you safe and secure, 24/7.
We also carry out thorough risk assessments to ensure that all our project destinations are safe and politically stable. For more detailed information on how we keep you safe, read our approach to safety and backup.
"My main concern was for my daughter’s safety whilst travelling alone.
I felt that Bryony could always reach support. She knew where the office was, had numbers to call, and I felt reassured that if there was ever a problem Projects Abroad had somebody in their local office who could help resolve it. There seemed to be a lot of contact with the family that she was staying with and also places she was working at.!" Bryrony P's Parents, HighSchool Special In Peru
Choose Your Own Adventure...
...and shift your perspective with life-enhancing experiences in Latin America.
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Medical Internship in Peru for Teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,235 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $600 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 16-18
Conservation in the Galapagos Islands for teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,335 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $650 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 15-18
Rainforest Conservation in Peru for Teenagers
See this project- Price: $3,335 USD for 2 weeks
- Extra Weeks: $650 USD
- Start Date: Summer/Winter Break
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Ages: 15-18
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Hear From Our Volunteers
The best possible advice I can give a future volunteer is that volunteering with Projects Abroad is an adventure of a lifetime so don’t hold back.
The beauty of Costa Rica is an endless and truly life changing experience! - Stephanie H, Childcare in Costa Rica
Staying at the turtle camp was a once in a lifetime experience I will never forget!
From waking up to the sound of the waves crashing on the beach every morning; to seeing the sun set over the ocean every evening, every second spent there was incredible. - Jennifer S, Sea Turtle & Coastal Conservation in Mexico
To all potential volunteers: just go already! A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits you.
I promise you, Projects Abroad is not too good to be true, and this experience will really change you for the better. - Haley H, Childcare in Costa Rica
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