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Volunteer Programs in Guatemala

If you have a heart for travel and a passion for volunteering, why not give back to the country where the first chocolate bar was invented? Not only is Guatemala home this key ingredient of any delicious dessert, it is also home to many unique ecosystems, making it Central America’s biodiversity hotspot. Volunteering in Guatemala will give you the chance to enjoy and help preserve the nation’s fragile environmental resources. When you’re finished saving the planet, you could stop by the Chichicastenango (say that five times fast!) or spend your evening browsing through Guatemala’s most vibrant shopping center filled with handmade goods. Vamonos!
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Frequently Asked Questions

Volunteers can help with projects like construction, healthcare, and education. You may collaborate with NGOs or find in search engines some organizations that offer volunteer programs in Guatemala.

Antigua and Guatemala City are two of the best destinations to volunteer in Guatemala, both in need of volunteers to help with placements in the fields of education, health, and the environment.

Volunteer programs in Guatemala can range from one week to several months, depending on the program and organization chosen. Nonetheless, both long-term and short-term programs can give an impactful experience and make a good difference.

A visa is not necessary for volunteers who will stay in Guatemala for less than 90 days. If you intend to volunteer for more than three months, take into account asking your program provider about the most recent visa requirements.

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Gabi was very accommodating and kind. She helped with everything we needed. Maximo was supportive A++ The hospital rotation had good variety and participation. Dina assisted and communicated well‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ ‎

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