Central and South America

Think of South America and visions of energetic carnivals, welcoming people and stunning biodiversity spring to mind. So what better place than this colourful continent to embark on a gap year in South America or career break volunteering or teaching abroad?

Costa Rica

Brazil

Argentina

Full of tropical rainforests and frenetic energy – from Rio's carnival atmosphere to the Caribbean coast – South America makes an unforgettable gap year travel experience. For overseas volunteer work and travel in South America which really makes a difference, i-to-i offers amazing and rewarding teaching and volunteer projects in South America to help you improve the lives of Latin America's poorest people. You might want to teach English in Ecuador, volunteer for community work in Costa Rica, or assist with healthcare in Honduras. So whether it's teaching English in Brazil or volunteering on a vital community or conservation project in South America, you'll be fully immersed in the local culture while giving something back. Plus, you get to experience the stunning sights and tantalising tastes of a colourful continent!

Click on your chosen country to find out more about i-to-i's South America gap year volunteer work and travel adventures. We have some great opportunities that you'll find hard to resist!