Winter Volunteer Abroad Programs

Make a positive impact in Mexico! Adelante Abroad offers affordable volunteer programs in a wide variety of fields and sectors in Oaxaca, Mexico. Put your time towards helping those in need. Volunteer in sectors such as ecology, social work, arts, or NGO, just to name a few. Oaxaca is one of the most biodiverse areas in Mexico, known for the craftwork of local artisans. It is also home to warm-spirited people, and there are plenty of opportunities to give to the community. If you're looking to make a difference, volunteering in Oaxaca, Mexico, with Adelante is the perfect opportunity! Volunteers can choose to go abroad for 1 to 6 months. Programs are offered year-round with customization options. You'll be paired with organizations in need of specific skills while allowing you to reach your volunteer goals. Eligibility for this program is: * 18 years of age or older and possess a desire to learn about and live in another culture * Some Spanish is helpful, although we can place beginner Spanish speakers * Applicants can be Gap Year students, enrolled in a university, or college graduates. Visit our website for more information.

Volunteer in Peru’s Sacred Valley and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Inca Empire through archaeology. This program offers hands-on experience at archaeological sites, helping with excavation, preservation, and research. Volunteers work alongside local archaeologists to uncover ancient artifacts, map ruins, and contribute to ongoing excavation projects. As you explore these iconic sites, you'll also have the chance to learn about Andean culture and Inca civilization. This unique opportunity allows you to gain practical archaeological skills, while also experiencing the natural beauty of Peru and its ancient heritage. Ideal for history enthusiasts and aspiring archaeologists, this program combines learning, exploration, and meaningful work.

Come to Zanzibar and volunteer on this teaching and community development project located on the island. The project works with a number of different schools and community institutions where you will be volunteering and doing a variety of different task. Volunteers will work in a range of different schools including preschools, primary and secondary schools where you will support local teachers in educating and playing with children. You will also have the opportunity to work with adults by teaching life skills at the local tourism institute. Volunteers may also have the chance to get involved with the local beach and marine conservation programme. The activities you undertake will depend on the time of year of your visit, school holidays and the needs of the project, but there is always plenty to do. This project is ideal for volunteers with a keen interest in education and who work well with children. For volunteers who wish to lead lessons, a teaching qualification will be needed, such as a TEFL or TESOL certificate.

Volunteer at the Galápagos National Park and get the chance to assist at the tortoise breeding center. You will be a member of the research and zookeeping staff. Take responsibility for taking care of and measuring the shells of tortoises for their growth charts, as well as informing tourists of rules and regulations, and other necessary tasks at the center, depending on individual skillset. Requirements for this program are: - Basic to intermediate level of Spanish - A genuine passion for animal conservation - An ability to openly communicate rules and regulations to tourists and follow instructions - Ability to work independently as well as in a team - Physical ability to work outdoors with potentially high allergens, sun, and temperature exposure IOI encourages all volunteers to stay as long as possible to maximize local and personal benefits. We encourage longer commitments by heavily discounting each additional week. The minimum stay is two weeks, with a maximum stay of three months. All volunteers must arrive in Isabela on Mondays.

Join Constru Casa and become part of a life-changing mission to build safe and affordable homes for families living in poverty. This volunteer program is based in stunning Guatemala, where vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and warm communities provide an unforgettable backdrop to your experience. No prior construction experience? No problem! Our team will guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident and valued. As a volunteer, you’ll work with local families and professional builders to construct sustainable, durable homes. Your efforts will directly improve the lives of families by giving them access to safe shelter, reducing health risks, and creating opportunities for a better future. Beyond the construction site, you’ll have the chance to connect with the families you’re helping, explore Guatemala’s rich traditions, and make memories that last a lifetime. By joining our program, you’re not just building houses—you’re building hope, stability, and brighter futures. Make a tangible difference in the world and be part of something truly meaningful!

Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—and give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in your career? Connect-123 designs fully customized programs that match your background and goals, offering hands-on experience in some of the world’s most exciting cities: Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, and Sydney. Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or experienced professional, our programs span dozens of fields including business, finance, medicine, public health, journalism, marketing, human rights, law, sustainability, education, and more. You’ll gain meaningful, career-related experience while also exploring life in a new culture. We take care of the details so you can focus on making the most of your time abroad. From the moment you apply, our team helps guide you through the process, secure your placement, and prepare you for your new adventure. With flexible start dates and customizable program lengths, your life-changing internship begins on your schedule.

Join this conservation program in Nusa Penida, where you will play a vital role in protecting and rehabilitating Indonesia's endangered sea turtles! Our hands-on program allows you to work alongside dedicated local teams, identifying turtle species, collecting eggs, monitoring nests, or safely accompanying baby turtles to the sea. Beyond conservation, immerse yourself in the beauty of island life. Spend your free time exploring breathtaking beaches and engaging in cultural activities. Help protect Bali's sea turtles and get ready for an unforgettable journey. This project aims to preserve the island's wildlife, meaning it is not a tourist activity and is not open to the public.

Join this hands-on internship and help low-income Indigenous communities revive ancestral building techniques to create sustainable housing for all. THE CHALLENGE Before construction industrialization, Andean communities built with rich clay soils. Globalization shifted practices to single-skin concrete buildings—faster and “modern,” but colder, costlier, less ecological, and more earthquake-prone. Hundreds of adobe homes now lie in ruin, and as these traditional methods vanish, so does their cultural and architectural heritage. THE SOLUTION We’re helping restore these buildings to preserve heritage and provide future benefits, from dignified homes to income through tourism. With support from our experienced team, join a design or build project to learn how adobe houses are made in the Andes and help restore those that might otherwise collapse. OUR METHODOLOGY Our internships use Design Thinking to co-create solutions with local partners. You’ll learn to observe, ideate, and prototype in real contexts, building skills while driving sustainable change. On weekends—or before and after your stay—you can explore Ecuador, from the Amazon to the Galápagos.

Inspire, Educate & Empower Communities Across the World Are you passionate about education and cross-cultural exchange? Do you dream of making a positive impact while traveling the world? With Volunteering Journeys’ English Teaching Programs Abroad, you can inspire young minds, build confidence, and open opportunities for children and adults across Peru, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and the Maldives. Whether you’re a student on a gap year, a certified teacher, or simply a fluent English speaker looking to make a difference, teaching abroad is one of the most rewarding ways to contribute to global education while immersing yourself in fascinating cultures. In many developing regions, English proficiency opens the door to education, employment, and better economic opportunities. However, limited resources and teacher shortages often leave students without access to quality English education. By joining Volunteering Journeys’ teaching programs, you’ll help bridge this gap. You’ll work in local schools, community centers, or after-school programs — improving English literacy, conversational confidence, and cultural awareness.

Join our volunteer program in Kisumu, Kenya, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of women affected by HIV through a transformative tailoring initiative. Volunteers will support women in learning vital skills, from sewing to entrepreneurship, while also helping improve their business and financial literacy. You'll engage in hands-on activities, such as assisting with sewing, taking photos of products, and contributing creative ideas to enhance designs. Volunteers can also train women on financial management, online marketing, and pricing strategies, empowering them to create sustainable businesses. This program offers a unique chance to not only learn and grow alongside these resilient women but also be part of a lasting social change in a community in need.

Classic Service Learning Trips (SLTs) are week-long, immersive educational journeys to Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, or Tanzania. During these trips, volunteers actively collaborate with local communities on various development projects, including constructing homes, improving access to clean water, and participating in mobile medical clinics that provide essential healthcare to underserved areas. These trips offer a unique opportunity to engage deeply with the communities that MEDLIFE supports, allowing volunteers to witness firsthand the challenges faced by those living in extreme poverty. By working side by side with locals, volunteers not only gain invaluable insights into global health and development but also contribute directly to impactful projects that foster long-term, sustainable change. Beyond the hands-on experience, SLTs encourage participants to reflect on the role they can play in addressing global inequities. The trip fosters empathy, awareness, and ignites action, empowering volunteers to join the MEDLIFE Movement and advocate for a world where poverty no longer limits opportunities.

World Unite! organizes volunteer placements at various kindergartens or preschools, daycare facilities, and afternoon care centers for children and adolescents from different age groups in Tanzania. These facilities aim to provide basic education and care to increase their chances of leading successful personal and professional lives. Volunteering at any of these centers or facilities involves tasks like: - Assisting with learning activities and homework - Playing creative learning games - Teaching English - Taking care of general childcare tasks - Engaging in leisure activities, such as sports, football, dance, music, theater - Teaching general values, ​​such as team spirit and respect for others - Leading workshops on nutrition, hygiene, geography, plants, and animals - Helping with daily tasks, such as preparing and serving food, and helping with cleaning and dishwashing Some centers offer internships for students in social work, pedagogy, early childhood education, or similar fields. Local professionals will supervise your placement. Volunteers should be committed, adaptable to local conditions, and enjoy working with children and adolescents.

Are you seeking a purpose-driven adventure that blends learning, hands-on experience, and a commitment to a sustainable future? At Eco Caminhos, we’re building more than structures — we’re creating a community grounded in environmental regeneration. Join us in Nova Friburgo to help create the Ecolibrium Center, featuring a Permaculture School, Sustainable Restaurant, and Eco Accommodation. What You’ll Do: Lead and inspire a team of volunteers, guide workshops on natural building techniques like cob and wattle & daub, manage daily operations, and embrace life in an eco-conscious community. Who We’re Looking For: Passion for natural building, physical readiness for outdoor work, leadership and collaboration skills, proficiency or willingness to learn English/Portuguese, and commitment to purpose-driven living. What We Offer: Hands-on training in natural building and permaculture, workshops on sustainability, provided accommodation and meals, and opportunities to grow as a leader and teacher. If you’re looking for more than a job — a transformative journey — apply now and grow with a community dedicated to regenerating our world.

Travel to Córdoba, Argentina, and join our Human Rights Internship program. Here, you’ll work with communities facing challenges like domestic violence, gender inequality, and homelessness. You’ll help create solutions, run awareness campaigns, and deliver empowering workshops that inspire change. This is hands-on experience, you’ll team up with passionate coordinators, collaborate with local organizations, and split your time between dynamic office work and impactful field activities. From helping victims and conducting research to designing campaigns and leading classes, your work will matter. No prior experience? No problem. We’ll train you, guide you, and help you grow your skills in real human rights work. You’ll boost your CV, gain practical experience, make global connections, and create lifelong memories, all while making a lasting impact. Bring your passion, join a community of changemakers, and be part of something bigger. Together, we can break barriers and build a brighter future.

Live in Botswana’s remote Tuli Block, surrounded by wildlife such as elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, various antelope, and nocturnal animals like genets, porcupines, and bush babies. Stay in a comfortable tented camp with hot showers, flushing toilets, and shared lounge, dining, and kitchen areas. Enjoy delicious meals prepared by Jane, our wonderful chef. The unfenced camp allows all kinds of animals to pass through. Get involved in varied, hands-on conservation work, including road maintenance, dam repair and building, erosion control, anti-poaching, baobab protection, and bush walks. Help set camera traps, identify spoor, and contribute to giraffe and crocodile censuses. Learn to identify birds and mammals, visit the Limpopo River, and explore nearby villages to try local weaving techniques. Join in conservation discussions, watch topical documentaries, and experience the wild firsthand. Sleep out under the stars—an exhilarating, unforgettable highlight of your stay. Live remote. Disconnect. Just be.

Teach, Create, and Inspire with our Non-Profit in Kisumu, Kenya! In Kisumu, many children face limited access to quality education and enrichment opportunities. Poverty, overcrowded classrooms, and a lack of resources mean students often struggle to reach their full potential. At Better Me, we partner with local schools and community programs—such as Korando Educational Center, Kisumu Children’s Remand Home, and our Mobile Library in the Nyalenda slums—to change that story. As a Better Me volunteer, you’ll support after-school activities in English, Creative Arts, Music, Swimming, and Physical Education. Whether you’re helping children build language skills, sparking creativity, or encouraging physical activity, your efforts will nurture abilities and confidence that last a lifetime. You’ll work with different age groups while collaborating with local educators to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences. This is your chance to bring in your own ideas, gain real teaching experience, and grow personally through cultural exchange, community, and unforgettable memories. Come join us!

Join the Marine Conservation Program in Barcelona! Support a non-profit diving club with various projects focused on social and environmental impact. If you arrive in the summer, you may assist in camps for at-risk kids and help with their dives. As a marine conservation volunteer, use and improve your scuba diving skills while actively working to restore the natural state of Catalonia's and the Mediterranean Sea's ecosystems. The program is open to everyone, regardless of diving experience. The fee covers required online and in-person training, complete scuba equipment, and supervision from an experienced dive instructor. Volunteers staying for at least two weeks complete internationally recognized CMAS (World Underwater Federation) diving certifications. What to expect • Scuba Diving: Improve your diving skills and earn certifications. • Marine Conservation: Participate in projects to restore marine ecosystems and reduce pollution. • Community Engagement: Assist in summer camps and develop educational workshops. Daily tasks • Seabed Cleanup • Data Logging • Marine Life Rescue • Scientific Research

This youth development project was started to provide young people living on the streets with a safe daily drop-off center and to mediate between the youth, families, and schools. Today, it has expanded and caters to at-risk youth in the town of Knysna. It is the perfect project for those interested in social work, sports, art and music, teaching, and counseling. As a volunteer, you'll assist a team of loving childcare workers and social workers. This is a fantastic project for educators, counselors, social workers, psychologists, and individuals with an interest in these fields. The main goal is to assist in and support the daily program organized for the youth attending the center voluntarily. If you wish to join this project as part of a social work internship, we can arrange this. The center is set in one of the poorer areas of Knysna. Their daily program includes modules in life skills, art therapy, sports, numbers, literacy, reading, music, personal development, and other topics. It takes place during the South African school term and isn't available from 15th December to 15th January. A fun-based program is also available and revolves around soccer or talent shows.

As a volunteer with help2kids, you can choose from different educational projects in Tanzania! Make a difference in the lives of local children through various ways: * Teach small and big groups of students * Spend one-on-one time with a child * Assist teachers * Supervise children in the class and during break time * Help the cook with the preparation and distribution of porridge and lunch * Teach basic computer skills Connect with children through teaching, playing, and listening. Our dedicated team of local and international staff supports volunteers to help children excel in school and build a path to success. You will stay at our secure and welcoming Volunteer House on the scenic help2kids campus. Here, you’ll live alongside fellow participants and staff members, fostering community and collaboration. We offer dormitory-style accommodation with options for single and double rooms, daily breakfast and lunch, a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living room, and a spacious outdoor area for socializing. We also provide visa administration assistance to ensure a smooth experience. If you need more information about our program, please feel free to contact us.

Volunteer in this project and help protect the endangered sea turtles of Indonesia. You’ll be whisked away by boat to an island 45 minutes from mainland Bali. Depending on the time of year, you’ll collect turtle population statistics, identify species, gather eggs, monitor nests, or release hatchlings into the sea. Project tasks Educate locals on the importance of environmental issues Clean, feed, and look after various turtle species Assist with beach cleaning, collecting crabs, and tidying the turtle center Learn valuable knowledge on caring for turtles and the best way to ensure these animals are looked after The project base is on the beautiful island of Nusa Penida. Think bright blue waters, private caves, a lush jungle, waterfalls, incredible marine life, and a laid-back vibe. The island offers many adventure activities, such as trekking to stunning viewpoints, diving, snorkeling, and island hopping. Participants stay in a dedicated volunteer house in the village, only five minutes from the harbor.