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Description

Too many options & choices out there? Too much information that looks unclear? Unsure of making the right choice? Wouldn't it make sense to have a taste of the country before choosing a placement?

Choose LEAD Adventures 3 day Intercultural South American training + Volunteer/Travel consultation services to shape your experience of a lifetime.

You will literally save hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars, pounds, etc. and additionally get the best preparation and consultation to make the best of your South American Experience.

What is this program?
During your 3 days with us you will receive the best local advice on places to visit, volunteer projects to choose from, paying directly to them to save money, learn survival Spanish and the local culture, get accommodation options at the best rates, along with the best local transportation, airfares, buses. In other words you will be ready to shape the best experience for you. You will always have our coordination and in country support available 24/7.

How it works?
Twice a month we have set dates to run this program. Get in touch with us to reserve your space.

Why choose this program?
There are tons of reasons but basically you will never get such expert advice, local support, flexibility, and savings using traditional packages from overseas agencies.

What is included?
- Accommodation and some meals.
- Intensive seminars about the different topics outlined above.
- One week travel, emergency, and medical insurance at no cost.
- Survival Spanish and culture lessons.
- 24/7 Support and coordination even after the 3 days seminar is over.

What is not included?
- Insurance after your first week.
- International airfares.
- Personal expenses.

Highlights

Get advice to choose your volunteer options from:
- Social projects with children in Quito.
- Sports development projects in Ecuador.
- Marine conservation, shark monitoring, and turtle tagging in Ecuador's coast.
- Animal Rescue Centers in Ecuador.
- Galapagos Tortoise projects in Ecuador.

Please note that you will have to check for availability and sometimes this projects are well booked in advance. The advantage is that you will have a clear knowledge of each project before joining and will pay directly to the project saving hundreds of dollars, pounds, etc. literally!

Choose your travel options from:
- Bus passes to visit Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia.
- Galapass to visit Galapagos independently.
- Boats and cruises to explore Galapagos.
- Climbing tours, etc.

Travel Types

• BackPacking Abroad
• Birdwatching
• Climbing
• Eco Tours
• Homestay
• Nature Tours
• Overland Tours
• Rafting
• Scuba
• Soccer/Football
• Student Tours
• Surfing
• Tours
• Trekking

Qualifications

Open to anybody with a young mindset and desire to do something meaningful!

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

From 360. Please send us an email for more info!

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Medical insurance
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Young minded people with a desire to have and create meaningful experiences!

Age Range

16+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel to Ecuador

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

LEAD Adventures South America's Mission Statement

Since its creation in 2004 LEAD Adventures has been extremely successful launching programs in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands and establishing mutually beneficial partnerships abroad. Our programs are targeted to young minded people from all over the world that want to experience the great destinations Ecuador and South America have to offer.

Year Founded

2004