Question 1

What does the Horse Care and Village Support program involve?

Accepted Answer

You will volunteer in San José Manialtepec to support horse care, eco-tourism activities and environmental work alongside the local community.

* Tasks such as bathing, feeding and moving horses.
* Beach and river clean-ups and reforestation activities.
* English-language workshops and support for local guides.

Question 2

What are the start dates and duration options for the program?

Accepted Answer

The program in Manialtepec starts every Tuesday and has flexible duration options depending on your commitment.* Programs start every Tuesday.* Volunteer hours up to six hours per day.* Duration options range from one to twelve weeks.

Question 3

What accommodation and meals are provided for the program?

Accepted Answer

Accommodation is provided in a homestay with a host family in the village and meals are included on work-days in the Horse Care and Village Support program.* Homestay with local host family.* Share a room with up to two other volunteers.* Three meals a day provided on volunteer work-days.

Question 4

What are the requirements for volunteering in the program?

Accepted Answer

Volunteers must be aged 18 or older on their start date and provide adequate travel insurance before participating in the Manialtepec program.* Minimum age 18 on start date.* Requirement to provide travel insurance.* English fluency is required.

Question 5

What kind of support and orientation is provided for the program?

Accepted Answer

IVHQ provides airport pickup, orientation and in-country guidance for volunteers joining the Horse Care and Village Support program in Manialtepec.* Airport pickup at Puerto Escondido airport included.* Orientation covers local culture, safety and project expectations.* Local team available for in-country support.