from 772€

Perfect 4.6rating (71)

Help Protect Species in the Rainforest

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295€ per week  ·  2 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Learn more about the unique biodiversity of Ecuador
  • Boost your CV with international volunteer experience
  • Grow as a person by broadening your intercultural skills
  • Improve your Spanish skills by practicing on a daily basis
  • Visit amazing places throughout a country that is famous for its breathtaking landscapes and culture

Especially suitable

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+

About the program

Experience Ecuador in one of the most authentic ways possible! Help to protect exotic animals, gather data on flora and fauna and support environmental education efforts.

Located directly in the Ecuadorian Amazon, the ecological research and education center is dedicated to the sustainable and ecological protection of local flora and fauna as well as the indigenous population. The center combines Western knowledge with traditional practices to ensure the sustainable ...

About the program

Located directly in the Ecuadorian Amazon, the ecological research and education center is dedicated to the sustainable and ecological protection of local flora and fauna as well as the indigenous population. The center combines Western knowledge with traditional practices to ensure the sustainable management of the Amazon. Thanks to the many years of work of the center, the project managers are very experienced and will make your stay as unique as possible. They are happy to share their knowledge with you and you will learn a lot about the sensitive and unique ecosystem of the rainforest.

The aim of the project is to improve the ecological balance in the region through the participation of the local population. Until a few years ago, in the Amazon, they lived on hunting and farming (deforestation), causing irreversible damage to the ecosystem. The center was therefore set up to protect the animals, inform the population accordingly and familiarize them with the techniques of biodiversity management.

 




Typical day

There is always something to do for our volunteers in the eco-center, and your opportunities in the amazing rainforest are diverse and meaningful.

Your tasks may be:
• Preparing food and feeding the animals
• Conducting behavioral analysis of the animals
• Cleaning the enclosures and facilities

Typical day

There is always something to do for our volunteers in the eco-center, and your opportunities in the amazing rainforest are diverse and meaningful.

Your tasks may be:
• Preparing food and feeding the animals
• Conducting behavioral analysis of the animals
• Cleaning the enclosures and facilities
• Data collection
• Maintenance of trails

Normally, your working day starts with the feeding of the animals between 7:30 and 9:00. Afterwards you will work on one of the other projects as mentioned above. In the afternoon at 15:00 or 16:00, you will help with other projects, such as: maintaining the facility, working in the greenhouse, building up or giving English lessons in a local school.

The exact work schedule is coordinated directly with the volunteer coordinator on site. Your working day may differ from the procedure described above.


​Note: The tasks may vary. They depend on factors such as number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, as well as self-motivation. Not every volunteer may be fully involved in all these tasks.


Free-time activities

In your free time, there is a wide range of activities to choose from, such as participating in various different sports and cultural activities. Most volunteers go hiking around the center to admire the wildlife and amazing views. You can also explore the surroudings and find tour agencies that ...

Free-time activities

In your free time, there is a wide range of activities to choose from, such as participating in various different sports and cultural activities. Most volunteers go hiking around the center to admire the wildlife and amazing views. You can also explore the surroudings and find tour agencies that offer diverse adventure trips to the jungle or mountains.


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

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.

Language Skills

You need to speak Spanish (basic level) or English (basic level)

Education Requirements

at High School level

Required Documents

CV and Volunteer Questionnaire

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by South America Inside

  1. Accommodation in volunteer house
  2. Full-board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) from Monday to Friday
  3. Transfer Puyo - Project - Puyo on day of arrival and exit
  4. Consultation from our experienced staff
  5. Translation of application profile
  6. Volunteer work placement
  7. Advice regarding travel insurance
  8. Advice on local travels
  9. Orientation session upon arrival
  10. Orientation kit
  11. Country handbook
  12. Local support
  13. 24/7 Emergency Number
  14. Certificate of Participation

Accommodation

During this project, you will stay in a volunteer house that has five dorm rooms with bunk beds, 2 bathrooms, and a kitchen. This is a great way to interact with other volunteers and meet new people from around the world.

Food & Beverages

Full-board is provided (breakfast, lunch, dinner) from Monday to Friday.

Internet Access

Limited access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Airport Pickup at Mariscal Sucre International Airport

An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ecuador. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ecuador provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Ecuador you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ecuador. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

The volunteer work can be joined throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningfull volunteer project.

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

2 weeks (min. stay) 772€
3 weeks 960€
4 weeks 1,148€
5 weeks 1,336€
6 weeks 1,525€
24 weeks (max. stay) 4,910€
Average fees 295€/week

Program fees

295€ per week 2 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

2 - 24 weeks

Deposit (15%)

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.


Final Payment (85%)

Your final payment will be agreed with South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your host

South America Inside

Perfect 4.6 rating (71 reviews)

Agency - founded in 2003

Verified by Volunteer World

  Very high response rate

Coordinated by

Marion

Spoken languages: English, German, Spanish

About the project

South America Inside promotes intercultural, linguistic and educational exchanges. Its volunteer programs are addressed to students, professionals and retirees.

Meet your host

South America Inside is an intercultural management agency, founded back in 2003, which specializes in the promotion of programs abroad, language travel and educational programs throughout Latin America.

Since 2007, to enrich the experience of our global-minded clients and to provide them with even more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding their program offerings throughout South and Central America.

Working together with some of the best language schools in Latin America, South America Inside provides high quality language courses in almost every Latin American country.

Thanks to a professional team of motivated and friendly staff, South America Inside has been very successful over the past several years and have been able to establish an outstanding network of what we call "Insider Contacts." To enrich the experience of their clients and to provide them with more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding our program offerings throughout Central and South America, in addition to our well-established Chilean programs.

Volunteer Work

Do you dream of staying abroad while doing something positive? Are you looking for a unique experience that will leave a mark on your life? Then a Volunteer Work program in South America or Central America is perfect for you!

With South America Inside you can combine an adventure abroad with social commitment, and create lasting memories in Latin America. Support the protection of endangered species; help a local community construct new homes; give new hope to impoverished children.

The possibilities to lend a hand are diverse, as there are the many places where help is needed. We have classified our volunteer projects in different areas so you can easily find the one (or more!) projects that best match your needs and interests.

Why with us

There are many persuasive reasons that speak in favor of South America Inside when it comes to selecting your perfect provider of language, study and volunteer travel abroad. Following, we have prepared a short summary so that you can get us to know a little better.

Our Insider benefits at a glance:

  Regional Experience
Over one decade (established in 2003) of dedication to language, work and study travel programs in Latin America. Thanks to our long standing work and life experience in the South American continent, we know this region really well. Therefore, we can help and inform you in a professional and competent way.

  Multifaceted Offers
Over time we have developed new programs to offer a wide array of work abroad opportunities to our clients. We have been pioneers in launching new exchange programs, as we have been the first in offering Work & Travel/Working Holiday and Farm Stays in Chile and successfully introduced these programs into the market back in 2005. Since 2012, we are the only agency to offer this type of program in Costa Rica.

  Insider Advice
Despite living in the modern era of the internet, we know that reliable and competent advice is still an important criterion for most of us. At South America Inside, you will find the benefits of an internet provider and an independent travel agency. We will be glad to pass on our extensive knowledge and regional experience.!

  Location
It is difficult to run programs when there is nobody “on the ground” to evaluate existing options and search for new opportunities. So, we are located in Chile, on location, and we know everything that is going on first hand. We know what it is like to live as a foreigner in South America and will be happy to assist you in making your stay unforgettable!

  Independence
South America Inside is an independent provider of language courses, internships, volunteer work, Farm Stays and Work & Travel programs in Latin America. We neither depend financially nor structurally on any other company, language school, association or organization. Therefore, we are able to give personalized information in accordance to your needs and availability.

•  Multilingual Team

Our team is multilingual and international! We speak fluent English, Spanish and German, as well as some French and Portuguese. With our customers, we can communicate in their native language and we avoid misunderstandings with local partners by communicating in Spanish with them. You can be sure that there will be an English-speaking contact person for you before, during, and after your stay.

  Customer Service
Excellent customer service is one of the most important goals for South America Inside, and this is evident with the positive feedback we regularly receive from our many happy clients. Emails are answered within 48 business hours and every client is treated with the same friendliness and expertise.

  Gapless and Accurate Information flow
With South America Inside you will have one and the same contact person before, during and after your trip. With that said, we guarantee a gapless and accurate information flow and you will always be very well informed.

  Approved Program Places
Many of our program places, especially in the area of internships and volunteer work, are designed in the way that they will be recognized by most universities, colleges or academies.

71 reviews · rating4.6

Michelle Welch rating2.8

2023 at Work in Conservation of Native Species

THIS IS A FARM-HAND VOLUNTEER PROGRAM which has little to do with conservation/environmental stewardship. It is run in a lovely location on the island by lovely people, so I don’t understand why it isn’t marketed for what it is - a farm-hand volunteer, as I’m sure there will be people looking ...
My stay with the Sea Turtle project, I will rate this a very interesting one, not at least since a good portion of my stay was during the arribada of the Oliver ridley turtles. For me, a spectacular nature experience. Made even greater by the knowledge of how much more we get to see of it as ...
Lara & Saskia rating5

2023 at Work in Conservation of Native Species

Nun sind wir schon eine Woche auf San Cristóbal! Die Insel ist traumhaft, die Menschen sind nett und die Freiwilligenarbeit macht großen Spaß. Eduardo ist auch sehr bemüht uns zur Seite zu stehen und uns zu unterstützen. Er achtet auch sehr darauf, dass es uns nicht zu viel mit der Arbeit ...
Lara Weigert rating4.4

2023 at Work in Conservation of Native Species

Die Arbeit für das Programm "Work in Conservation of Native Species" war sehr spannend und abwechslungsreich. Meine Freundin und ich haben 3 Wochen auf San Cristóbal verbracht und bei diesem Projekt mitgearbeitet. Vormittags wurde zum Beispiel Plastik am Strand eingesammelt, Pflanzen wie Kaffee ...
Floriana D. rating5

2023 at Local Wildlife Helper

Hey there, I love my experience, it is amazing !!! Tomorrow I am going to visit and I am working, it's going very well ! Thank you for everything!! ...
Svenja Damrath rating5

2023 at Marine Life Protector Sea Turtles

alles hat reibungslos funktioniert! Ich bin ganz glücklich hier zu sein und habe gestern Abend sogar schon meine erste Schildkröte gesehen :-) Es ist alles besser als ich es mir vorgestellt habe. Ganz liebe Grüße Svenja *** english *** everything has worked smoothly! I am quite happy to ...

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