Description

ELI volunteers work at one of the most visited National Parks in Brazil! It has just completed 49 years of commitment to preserve a large green area in the city of Rio de Janeiro. The park contributes, among other things, to maintain the temperature, water supply, and the exuberant and verdant mountainous silhouette that makes Rio de Janeiro a world class destination. The Park is full of diverse flora and fauna, waterfalls and caves, and is the home to many buildings of great historical value. ELI volunteers assist with tree planting, endangered flora and fauna surveys, weed control, habitat restoration, conservation fencing, heritage restoration, reintegration of species, guided visits, construction and maintenance of trails and teaching English to the park staff. Accommodations are provided in the volunteer guest house and meals are provided on-site.

Highlights

Volunteers live with homestay families in Rio de Janeiro, and they have evenings and 3 days off a week to explore and enjoy the city.

Qualifications

Volunteers need to be physically fit, interested in conservation, passionate about nature and ready to get dirty! Portuguese is not required, but some language ability is helpful.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

2 weeks = USD1,310

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

The program includes:
* Airport pick-up in Rio, orientation,
* Staff support based in Rio,
* Accommodations with host family,
* Breakfast and dinner daily.
* Optional Portuguese classes available in Rio for additional language school tuition.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

There is no typical volunteer. Volunteers can choose to work on trail building and maintenance, planting, thinning out harmful plants, or working in the visitors center and teaching English to the staff.

Age Range

18-80

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement

ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded

2001