Adventure Travel Abroad in Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Experience

This program is great for anyone interested in combining an exciting travel experience with volunteer work. There are many different conservation, community and social projects that you can get involved with and what better place to experience such an opportunity, than the beautiful Galapagos Islands! Learn More

Conservation in Ecuador

Volunteer in Ecuador with a conservation project. Few countries have the biodiversity that can be found in Ecuador. Unfortunately, there are grave threats to that diversity. Volunteers work with local organizations devoted to conservation activities including reforestation, animal rescue, wildlife re-population, limiting invasive species and finding environmentally sustainable income sources for... Learn More

Projects Abroad in Ecuador

Projects Abroad Ecuador is based on the Galapagos Islands, one of the world's most incredible island chains. Spending some time here on a volunteer project will let you experience both the unique nature and the welcoming people of the islands. Our volunteer opportunities in Ecuador are available for anyone interested in volunteering in the developing world, including those on a gap year, career br... Learn More

Galapagos & Amazon Biodiversity

Leave the classroom behind. Join us for an in-the-field exploration of tropical animal and plant biodiversity taking place in the Galapagos and the Amazon. In 1831, Darwin sailed to the Galapagos Islands, on a journey that would forever change how he saw the world and his place in it. This summer, you too have an opportunity to embark on a project of your choosing in that same magical place, worki... Learn More

Volunteer in Ecuador! Over 15,500 Volunteers!

Few countries have such a desperate need for conservation as Ecuador. Just 50 years ago, moist tropical forest with an astounding diversity of plant and wildlife covered almost the whole of the Pacific coastal strip of Ecuador. Now, less than one per cent of it remains and soon "due to agriculture and the continual intrusion from petroleum industries" even that fraction will be gone. This doesn't ... Learn More

Galapagos Conservation, Reforestation & Community

ABOUT THE PROJECT: The project is run by Giovanni, who, although native to the island, spent many years in the States and married an American lady. With a PhD in Biology, this farmer really knows what he is talking about and he has set up an excellent structure for a volunteer program and great support. The Biological Station opened in San Cristobal in 2005. The Foundation has worked toward... Learn More

Youth International - South America

The world becomes your classroom and experience your greatest teacher! Through a combination of volunteer community service work, homestays, outdoor adventure, and intense developing world travel, each Youth International participant is set up for a dynamic first-hand learning experience about the region in which they are traveling. At the same time, they are presented with a unique environment... Learn More

Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands

Cut adrift in the Pacific Ocean 1000 miles off the coast of Ecuador, volcanic forces deep under the sea have thrown up a unique wildlife paradise that's so popular the Ecuadorian government are about to limit the number of visitors dropping anchor on its unique shores. This makes it the best time to visit this amazing island for yourself, and remember to take a camera so people believe your storie... Learn More

VISIONS Ecuador and Galapagos

Visions offers teenagers opportunities for ambitious service work and cross-cultural immersion in the United States and abroad. We work with and for intercultural communities that lack financial and other development resources. Through service, authentic experience, and active exploration, we encourage new perspectives and dynamic learning. Visions Ecuador is a month of discovery in this beaut... Learn More