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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!

Program Highlights

Work as an Amazon Rainforest Supporter and become an Ecological Ambassador!

Discover the Galapagos Islands.

Increase your English skills and work aa a language teacher.

Make unforgettable memories as a caretaker and mentor for children.

Support animal conservation efforts, out in the wild and in local shelters.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Cotacachi, Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Nanegal, Ecuador
  • Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
  • Puyo, Ecuador
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • San Cristobal, Ecuador
Starts At: Less than $100
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health Care
  • Parks
  • Reforestation
  • Social Work
  • Teaching
  • Veterinary Science
  • Wildlife
Types:
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Spanish
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Wilderness
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 20, 2026

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Locations

  • Cotacachi, Ecuador
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Nanegal, Ecuador
  • Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
  • Puyo, Ecuador
  • Quito, Ecuador
  • San Cristobal, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health Care
  • Parks
  • Reforestation
  • Social Work
  • Teaching
  • Veterinary Science
  • Wildlife
  • Types
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Spanish
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Wilderness

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families

Starts At

Less than $100

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Other
    • Disciplinary Clearance Form
    • Resume
    • Online Application

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    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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