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Volunteer Programs in Colombia

Located in the northwest of South America, Colombia is ethnically and ecologically diverse. From beautiful coasts to tropical rainforests, this Spanish-speaking country is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. In contrast to its beauty, Colombia has had a tumultuous past, which plays a major role in defining the kind of volunteering opportunities available. Poverty, a lack of educational opportunities, epidemics, and unemployment are among the most common issues faced by the Colombian people, and the source of many volunteer programs in Colombia. If you are ready to jump in and make a Colombian’s day a little brighter, then read on to learn how you can join dozens of other volunteers!
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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Colombia

Frequently Asked Questions

Cartagena, Santa Marta, and Bogota, the capital of Colombia, are the most popular areas for volunteers. In the aforementioned locations, you may support community activities, child care, eldercare, healthcare, and teaching placements.

You might need to get a temporary visa at a Colombian embassy in your home country before departing, depending on your homeland and the duration of your volunteer program in Colombia.

In addition to the richest coffee in the world, a huge variety of flowers, emeralds, and gold, Colombia is renowned for its excellent writers, powerful leaders, amazing athletes, exceptionally gifted musicians, and a lot more.

Fully vaccinated travelers entering Colombia are not required to take a test. Individuals who have had at least one vaccine and have either a recent negative PCR test result or a recent negative antigen test result that is no older than 48 hours can enter.

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June 10, 2025by: Brandi Brandi - CanadaProgram: Let's Go Volunteer - Children's Program in Colombia
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What I was met with blew away any expectations that I may have had going into this. Never in my life have I ever felt so welcome, so loved. Everyday was a pleasure. The love they have for each other, and concern, surpasses that of anything I have seen before. There was not an evident existence of loneliness in that place, nor were the people separated by isolation as in much of the western world, for it had been replaced with love, hope, and faith in the future. I was beyond excited that I would be able to live with Colombian family during my stay. The Colombian family that I had became my own. At the end of my stay I had a whole new set of brothers and parents that I care for deeply. As I left Ibagué, my family and dear friends that I had made here, I also left my heart with them. One day I will return to see them again.

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