Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)

I was a volunteer for a few weeks at the giant tortoise breeding center on Isabella Island in the Galapagos--in a program that aims promote health populations of tortoises on the islands. I learned a lot and had a great time, and I recommend this experience to others who are looking to do overseas volunteer work for a good cause.

Isabela is an unspoilt paradise. Working with the giant tortoises was rewarding. I never imagined they ate so much !! Our accommodation in the volunteer house was excellent and the restaurants served tasty home made meals.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because Isabela truly is a unique place and the locals are incredibly friendly and interesting. Helping them or helping preserve this paradise in any way, shape or form is a true privilege.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because I believe this experience was a win win win! I gained incredible knowledge, my students practiced english and improved and my fellow volunteers learned about each other and to balance ecology with local needs.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because you get to know the Galapagos and specially Isabela, in a whole different way and meet lovely people while doing so. Howere, for that you get thud insanely expensive so you must consider that you want to spend that money.

I would recommend this volunteer experience with Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI) because not only did I enjoy teaching the children and seeing them progress. The experience also enriched my knowledge and my perspective on ife.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because the staff and volunteers are lovely. I really got to know and love the community and the island is just such a perfect place. I am so happy that I took this leap of faith and joined the IOI team. I went in solo and came out with so many rich friendships.

I would recommend this volunteer experience with Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI) because you will feel fulfilled by the work you do and you get to visit these beautiful islands with support, so you don't feel lost.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because this was one of the most memorable months of my life. I think I made some lifelong friends, because people who want to volunteer with animals are my people! I loved the animals and nature here. It's one of the most amazing places I've ever been.

I would recommend this volunteer experience with Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI), because everyone should experience the magic of this island and experience interacting with nature so closely.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because I found it to be extremely valuable to immerse myself and feel like I'm part of the town . Volunteering at the Center was very rewarding. Love to be able to give back.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because this place is like anything else. Not that I've seen the whole world but from me and everyone else I've met here has said this is one of the favorite places that I've ever been.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because Isabela and the Galapagos are a beautiful place to be it was magical to see the baby turtles find their way to the ocean. I will not ever forget this experience.

I would recommend this volunteer experience because it is a great way to see this amazing island. This experience allowed me to stay for 6 weeks on Isabela where I met people I will never forget and had a once in a lifetime opportunity.

I would definitely recomend this volunteer experience because you're in touch with the nature that surrounds us, but it's not clear in the streets. A lot of plastic and at the airport so many controls.

I would recommend this volunteer experience with Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI) to others because you will have the opportunity to meet and work with incredible people and a unique opportunity to work with amazing wildlife.

I would recommed this to others because the feeling of helping this beautiful place is better than I ever could have expected. Words cannot express my gratitude. IOI is doing such an amazing job and with such a friendly staff. The staff at the breeding center care so deply for these beautiful animals. Not only is Isabela beyond beautiful, but the people are so friendly and inviting. So happy to have been a part of this community.

Yes I would recommend this to others because Isabela is such a uniqque place to live and the people here are so welcoming. An amazing month on an amazing island. I really enjoyed my volunteer placement and saw so much wildlife in my free time.

I would recommend this experience to anyone that likes physical labor and care/feeding of these lovely creatures. As a newly retired senior (72) it was an incredible experience to contribute to the program and community.

I would recommend this volunteer experience to others because it will help you to develop other skills, meet people and new place while you are on the program. I couldn`t be more grateful with this experience. Thanks to IOI to support the community and local environment/animals with their programs.