Community Supporter during the Holidays
Coordinator | Valy
Coordinator | Valy
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Highlights
Give back to the local communities by providing them with much needed help.
Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.
Make memories you'll never forget during your time abroad.
Learn more about the Latin American ways, customs and habits.
Bring joy to communities of all ages during the Holiday Season.
Join us for 1 or 2 weeks during the Holiday Season to bring joy to local communities!
(Christmas: 18 Dec – 24 Dec / New Year: 26 Dec – 02 Jan) This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
(Christmas: 18 Dec – 24 Dec / New Year: 26 Dec – 02 Jan) This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
During these week-long programs, you visit various projects each day. As a group, you assist as needed, join activities, and spend time with the people at the project during the holiday season. Volunteers are placed into one of two groups based on availability: Group 1 volunteers every morning, Group 2 volunteers every afternoon.
You can expect to work 3-4 hours per day. If you have Spanish classes, they are scheduled during your off hours.
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*Christmas Week Itinerary:*
Sunday, December 18 – Arrival and Orientation
All volunteers arrive in the morning, are picked up by Maximo Nivel's transport service, and are brought to their housing to settle in. In the afternoon everyone has their orientation together.
Monday, December 19 – Children’s Holiday Party
Celebrate the holidays with underprivileged kids by bringing them food and gifts!
Tuesday, December 20 – Conservation Project
Support eco-sustainable agriculture volunteering next to local farmers.
Wednesday, December 21 – Holiday Party for the Elderly
Spread the Holiday Spirit at an elderly home by playing games, preparing a special holiday snack, dancing, and providing much-needed company and conversation.
Thursday, December 2022 – Community Development
Paint, garden, work on light repairs or construction work. Work varies depending on community needs.
Friday, December 23 – Mayan Immersion
Enjoy a day of celebration with a local Mayan community and learn more about how they celebrate the holiday season!
Saturday, December 24 – Departure
Volunteers depart for further travels or to return home. You can arrange airport drop-off or extra nights of housing for an additional charge at the client service desk.
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*New Year Week Itinerary:*
Monday, December 26 – Arrival and Orientation
All volunteers arrive in the morning, are picked up by Maximo Nivel's transport service, and are brought to their housing to settle in. In the afternoon everyone has their orientation together.
Tuesday, December 27 – Children’s Holiday Party
Show the kids a great time for the holiday! Play games, arts and crafts–celebrate by bringing gifts and food to the project.
Wednesday, December 28 – Conservation Project
Support eco-sustainable agriculture volunteering next to local farmers.
Thursday, December 29 – Holiday Party for the Elderly
Spread the Holiday Spirit at an elderly home by playing games, preparing a special holiday snack, dancing, and providing much-needed company and conversation.
Friday, December 30 – Community Development
Paint, garden, work on light repairs or construction work. Work varies depending on community needs.
Saturday, December 31 – Mayan Immersion
Enjoy a day of celebration with a local Mayan community and learn more about how they celebrate the holiday season!
Sunday, January 01 – New Year's Day
Maximo Nivel Closed. Lots of local holiday festivities to enjoy independently.
Monday, January 02 – Departure
Volunteers depart for further travels or to return home. You can arrange airport drop-off or extra nights of housing for an additional charge at the client service desk.
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Hotspots
Activities
Working with Seniors
Language Course
San Jose
Ecological Farming
Elderly Care
Spanish Courses
Typical day
Working hours vary according to the needs of the project, but volunteers can expect to work 3-4 hours per day, Monday to Friday, in the morning or in the afternoon.
Free-time activities
There is plenty to see and do around La Antigua including cultural events, tours and treks, and exploring the various markets. Our local staff also posts a monthly events calendar to let participants know of the activities going on around Maximo. Just outside of La Antigua, there is even more to explore including nearby coffee farms, volcanoes, and both Mayan and colonial ruins. Further outside the area, participants can visit beautiful Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey, and the famous Tikal archaeological site. Our staff are experts on Guatemala and can answer any questions clients have. Tours and trips can also easily be booked through our on-site travel partner.
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Riding
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (basic level)
required
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
Our fees include:
- Airport pick-up
- Host family accommodations (shared room with breakfast and dinner)
- Program and safety orientation
- Walking tour
- Official certificate of volunteer service
- Emergency contact number 24/7
- Program management
- Free Tandem Conversation Program
- Free office-wide WIFI and computer lounge
- Free social activities
- Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
- Maximo Nivel Institute open 7 days/week
Airport pick up in Guatemala City and private transportation to Antigua are included. Volunteers find our representative outside the airport bringing a yellow flag with a smiley face on it.
Volunteers stay in a traditional family-stay with a shared room and breakfast and dinner included.
Breakfast and dinner are included 7 days a week.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. We assist you to find cheap flights to Guatemala.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Guatemala provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Guatemala you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Guatemala.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Christmas Week only: 18 December – 24 December
New Year’s Week only: 26 December – 02 January
Both Weeks: 18 December – 02 January
1 - 2 weeks
Program fees
1 week
(min. stay)
$775
2 weeks
(max. stay)
$1,135
Average fees
$671
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Maximo Nivel
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with Maximo Nivel during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Community Supporter during the Holidays
Join us for 1 or 2 weeks during the Holiday Season to bring joy to local communities! (Christmas: 18 Dec – 24 Dec / New Year: 26 Dec – 02 Jan)
$671/week
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