Description

Thousands of miles of serene coasts, diverse dialects of Indigenous languages, home to the infamous Patagonia region, breathtaking Andes Mountains along the entire length of the country, diverse ranges of socio-economic communities and recently recording two out of the five largest earth quakes in the world! Welcome to Chile!

Here you will find countless opportunities to witness the power one can truly make. The aims of all volunteer programs are to promote an improved quality of life while serving as agents of positive change. The many individuals, communities, wildlife, conservation projects and general themes of sustainability are calling for the creative thinker and enthusiastic go-getter!

From earth quake relief, husky farms, resort spas, orphanages for disabled children, work with the elderly, wildlife rehabilitation and conservation centers... there is much to do!

Volunteering in Chile offers the unique experience to see a side of Chile, that most never see, while still being in a safe, modern and politically stable country.

Highlights

We carefully select all accommodations and make sure that they are located in safe neighborhoods with good infrastructure and public means of transport. Normally, you can also find supermarkets, restaurants, bars and cyber cafes close-by. Furnished apartments in Chile are available upon request as well!

Qualifications

* Language: Basic written and spoken Spanish
* Vaccination: Not required
* Insurance: Full travel & medical insurance for Chile
* Visa: Usually, tourist visa is fine for up to a 3 months stay. However, we recommend consulting the Chilean Embassy of your home country.
* Learn Spanish at the end of the world! Check out our language courses in Chile to get prepared in either Valparaiso, Pucon or Santiago de Chile!

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

depends on the length of the stay and the type of placement (e.g. from USD 265 for 1 month)

Program Fees Include:

Volunteer placement
in-country support team
24-hrs emergency number and support

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18 years old and above

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

Flexible

South America Inside's Mission Statement

Our programs are addressed to the humanitarian traveler, whether you are a student, professional or retiree. Anyone who wants to explore Latin America not as a mere tourist, but rather as an insider through an experience that goes beyond the ordinary, we invite you into our community! We organize Spanish and Portuguese courses as well as internship and volunteer work positions in nearly all countries of Central and South America. We help in organizing language courses, internships, volunteer work projects as well as in choosing the right country for you. We aim to select partners who are just off the beaten path and/or entail unique and special features to make your experience unforgettable!

Year Founded

2003