Community work in South America
When you do community work in South America you’ll discover diversity unmatched by almost any other continent on the planet. Unfortunately the contrasts that characterise the natural world here are also present in the gap between rich and poor. The glitz and the glamour of the big cities give way to a world where many people live below the poverty line. Doing community work in South America is your chance to help alleviate some of the social problems caused by the recent economic problems.
Whether you’ve got an eye for ancient cultures or top class surf, South America is somewhere worth exploring. From the simple charms of rural Honduras to la vida loca in Rio, doing community work in South America is a great way to see the best of the continent. We work with projects in Costa Rica, Argentina, Peru, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands but if you want to explore the whole place make sure you pack sunglasses and woolly mittens, such is the contrast in climate. When you do community work in South America you’ll help to make a significant difference to the lives of people here while experiencing this great continent in all its beauty.
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Community work with underprivileged children in Costa Rica
Help channel children's energies in a positive direction on this community project and gain a unique insight into Costa Rican life.
- Location: Costa Rica
- Continent: South America
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 4 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
Can't wait to come back...
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Build homes for underprivileged families in Costa Rica
Experience life in rural Costa Rica and work alongside locals on a housing project designed to improve the living conditions of the local community.
- Location: Costa Rica
- Continent: South America
- Type:Building
- Duration: 1 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
A very worthwhile experience...
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Build homes in La Esperanza, Honduras
This project is a great way to work and live with local families and enjoy the best of rural Honduran hospitality.
- Location: Honduras
- Continent: South America
- Type:Building
- Duration: 1 to 8 weeks
Latest trip review:
Meaningful and unforgettable. i want to go back!...
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Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands boast one of the world's most incredible natural habitats and amongst the lagoons, forests and beaches you'll be right at the heart of the fight to protect it.
- Location: Ecuador
- Continent: South America
- Type:Conservation
- Duration: 2 to 10 weeks
Latest trip review:
Couldn´t have been a better travel experience - totally chilled...
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Sea turtle conservation in Costa Rica
Working on either the Caribbean or Pacific coasts you can help protect one of nature's most fascinating creatures whilst living the 'beach' lifestyle.
- Location: Costa Rica
- Continent: South America
- Type:Wildlife
- Duration: 1 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
An eye opening turtle journey...
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Buenos Aires: Teaching English at a bi-lingual school
Teach English to a wide range of ages at this well respected school in Buenos Aries, and muck in with the sports coaching if you're feeling energetic!
- Location: Argentina
- Continent: South America
- Type:Teaching
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
A wonderful adventure...
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Animal wildlife rescue in Guayaquil, Ecuador
Join this important rescue centre and help animals like monkeys, crocodiles and macaws as well as gaining a comprehensive education in wildlife rehabilitation.
- Location: Ecuador
- Continent: South America
- Type:Wildlife
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
This gave me some of my favorite memories yet!...
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Sports: Surf and save turtles in Costa Rica
Help save some of Costa Rica's most endangered animals then reward yourself with adrenalin-packed surfing lessons on the country's spectacular beaches.
- Location: Costa Rica
- Continent: South America
- Type:Sports
- Duration: 1 to 2 weeks
Latest trip review:
Isolation at its best!...
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The Inca and Machu Picchu Experience
Explore past and present Peru on this tour, from the busy capital Lima to the ancient Incan ruins in Cusco, taking in breathtaking views along the way.
- Location: Peru
- Continent: South America
- Type:Meaningful Tours
- Duration: 2 weeks
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Ultimate Costa Rica
Beaches, an active volcano, waterfalls, a canopy tour through the cloud forest, horseback riding, surfing, sea turtles and building homes for needy families- all in one action-packed month!
Travel in August or September & receive 20% off the full price!
- Location: Costa Rica
- Continent: South America
- Type:Meaningful Tours
- Duration: 4 weeks
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If you’re passionate about doing community work in South America why not check out all the other great projects we work with Africa and Asia such as community work in Uganda, sports coaching in Kenya and building homes for the disadvantaged in Vietnam.
