Help Local Dog & Cat Rescue Centers
Coordinator | Valy
Coordinator | Valy
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Help dog rescue shelters save abandoned animals and rehabilitate them.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 16+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+
Culturally speaking in Latin America, dogs and cats are not looked upon as integral members of the family the way they are in many other countries. This often leads to neglect and abandonment. The projects we work with promote the value of preservation, of both species diversity and their natural habitats. The projects also protect the animals and provide medical treatment, shelter, rehabilitation, and training.
Depending on the project, volunteers may be asked to:
- Bathe and/or groom the animals
- Provide basic obedience training
- Clean cages, feed animals, maintain the project area
- Help during feeding time
- Play with and walk the animals
- Support the treatment of injured or sick animals
- Observe surgeries and assist in pre-operative and post-operative care
- Assist with small construction projects
- Photography and fundraising
- Educational programs in local schools including conservation work
- Join spay/neuter programs and/or rabies vaccination clinics
At animal care projects, work may be physically demanding at times. Please note that due to availability and seasonal needs at our projects, we cannot guarantee any particular type of facility. Rest assured, there is a big need for volunteer assistance at these projects and your presence is valued.
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 you 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
Hiking
Sports
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 16 years old on the program start date.
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.
Guest Family
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
Every Monday, all year round. The animal project is located just outside of La Antigua. Volunteers can expect to spend 20-30 minutes traveling each way by bus. Volunteers travel to and from the project by either walking or using local buses, taxis or a “tuk-tuk” (3-wheeled motorcycle taxi). For the first visit to the project, participants are taken by a Maximo Nivel representative using the local transport and given additional information about what transport to take. Local bus rides are very affordable and a one way trip will rarely cost more than Q8 (about $1). Taxis & tuk-tuks cost approximately Q10 to Q30 (about US$1.20 to US$3.50) one way within Antigua.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 - 50 weeks
Program fees
1 week
(min. stay)
$685
2 weeks
$945
3 weeks
$1,125
4 weeks
$1,295
5 weeks
$1,460
6 weeks
$1,625
7 weeks
$1,790
8 weeks
$1,955
9 weeks
$2,120
10 weeks
$2,285
11 weeks
$2,450
12 weeks
$2,615
13 weeks
$2,780
14 weeks
$2,945
15 weeks
$3,110
16 weeks
$3,275
17 weeks
$3,440
18 weeks
$3,605
19 weeks
$3,770
20 weeks
$3,935
21 weeks
$4,100
22 weeks
$4,265
23 weeks
$4,430
24 weeks
$4,595
25 weeks
$4,760
26 weeks
$4,925
27 weeks
$5,090
28 weeks
$5,255
29 weeks
$5,420
30 weeks
$5,585
31 weeks
$5,750
32 weeks
$5,915
33 weeks
$6,080
34 weeks
$6,245
35 weeks
$6,410
36 weeks
$6,575
37 weeks
$6,740
38 weeks
$6,905
39 weeks
$7,070
40 weeks
$7,235
41 weeks
$7,400
42 weeks
$7,565
43 weeks
$7,730
44 weeks
$7,895
45 weeks
$8,060
46 weeks
$8,225
47 weeks
$8,390
48 weeks
$8,555
49 weeks
$8,720
50 weeks
(max. stay)
$8,885
Average fees
$431
/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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Help Local Dog & Cat Rescue Centers
Help dog rescue shelters save abandoned animals and rehabilitate them.
$431/week
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