Description

The Guatemala Community Outreach project is one of our most successful community development programs- a direct result of the fantastic efforts and achievements of volunteers who have helped change lives. This project is perfect for anyone looking to experience life in a typical Guatemalan community with volunteers from around the world, working to improve the quality of life of some of Guatemala's poorest families.

Highlights

Volunteer Role

Your role as a volunteer varies according to your interests and is very flexible to change when you are on the project.

Education
As a volunteer in Guatemala, there are a number of activities and projects that need volunteer assistance; one of the main roles being to help educate and support the children in classes such as mathematics, physical education, handicraft, teaching English computing, teaching the kids to read and write and awareness workshops.

Health Projects
The project is also concerned with the health of the children and families, and helps with dental care and provides vitamins and food. Every day the children get nutritious food and drinks, such as carrot juice, a banana, an orange or a ham sandwich. Each morning and afternoon the children brush their teeth under our guidance and they are provided with vitamin supplements.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

from USD 849.00

Cost Includes:

• Housing
• Food
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support

Program Fees Include:

What's Included in the Program

* Accommodation throughout your program with a host family
* Two meals a day (except Sundays)
* Airport transfer on arrival from Guatemala City airport
* Transfer back to airport at the end of the program
* Orientation upon arrival
* Full support and assistance from your coordinator throughout your project
* 24 hour support number and contact for emergencies

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

The minimum age to participate is 18 years and there is no maximum age.

This Program is open to

American, European, Canadian, Australian, South African, Kiwi, Worldwide and Asian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Real Gap Experience's Mission Statement

We offer over 250 projects and travel options in over 35 countries. So whether you are interested in volunteering, community work, conservation, paid work overseas, teaching English, learning a new skill, adventure travel or sports and expeditions, you will find what you are looking for with Real Gap. Not only about we passionate about responsible travel, we also want to make sure you have a good time too! Our travel advisers have traversed the globe and taken their own gap years, so they can give you all the advice you need to plan yours. You will also get support from both our on-site and office staff who understand the needs and expectations of Real Gap travelers.

Year Founded

2005