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Guatemala is a truly fascinating country! The volcano-studded horizons, lush forests and stunning coastlines are home to a great diversity of plants and animals that make Guatemala even more fun to discover! But not only that, the culture is just as rich and colorful: a true mix of elements from native Maya people and spanish conlonialism give this country its unique character. The Maya culture can still be found in practise in some sacred sites like Laguna Chicabal. Go ahead and witness it yourself!

Program Highlights

Support the local Sea Turtle Conservation movement

Become an animal conservation volunteer and support rescue center, sanctuaries and release center

Take care of children in public Kindergartens and local daycares

Help the children by providing quality education and English lessons

Build houses for the local families to live in

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Antigua, Guatemala
  • Flores, Guatemala
  • Monterrico, Guatemala
  • Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Xela, Guatemala
Starts At: Less than $100, $100-300, $300-600, $600-900, $900-1250, $1250-1500
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Health Care
  • Marine Conservation
  • Special Needs
  • Street Children
  • Teaching
  • Wildlife
  • Youth
Types:
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Wilderness
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 20, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Antigua, Guatemala
  • Flores, Guatemala
  • Monterrico, Guatemala
  • Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Xela, Guatemala

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Animal Welfare
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Health Care
  • Marine Conservation
  • Special Needs
  • Street Children
  • Teaching
  • Wildlife
  • Youth
  • Types
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Wilderness

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

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

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families

Starts At

Less than $100, $100-300, $300-600, $600-900, $900-1250, $1250-1500

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

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    Guatemala is a truly fascinating country! The volcano-studded horizons, lush forests and stunning coastlines are home to a great diversity of plants and animals that make Guatemala even more fun to discover! But not only that, the culture is just as rich and colorful: a true mix of elements from native Maya people and spanish conlonialism give this country its unique character. The Maya culture can still be found in practise in some sacred sites like Laguna Chicabal. Go ahead and witness it yourself!

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