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Program Overview
Volunteer in Ecuador and discover a country with more biodiversity per square kilometer than any other country in the world: whether it's whale watching on the coast, trekking through the Andes, swimming with giant tortoises on the Galapagos Islands or discovering the diversity of the Amazon rainforest - this country has it all!
You are a true animal lover? Work at an animal rescue center and care for injured wildlife. Why not join a project to protect the sea turtles that nest on Ecuador's beautiful beaches? Releasing sea turtles into the ocean is an once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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Program Highlights
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Education
- English Teaching
- Environment
- Health Care
- Parks
- Reforestation
- Social Work
- Teaching
- Veterinary Science
- Wildlife
- Animals
- Experiential Learning
- Spanish
- Teach Abroad
- Volunteering
- Wilderness
Updated May 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Cotacachi, Ecuador
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- Nanegal, Ecuador
- Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
- Puyo, Ecuador
- Quito, Ecuador
- San Cristobal, Ecuador
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Other
Application Procedures
- Other
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
- Resume
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- During High School
- Post High School
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