What the fees pay for: 

Donations for the project site and 24/7 support from the coordinator. 

Hosting:

Accommodation in a single room if fewer than 6 volunteers or a twin bedroom only two per room if more than 6 at once. 

Food: 2 meals M-F. 1 on Saturday, 0 Sunday. 

1 local tour, Orientation, and first-day guide to the project site.

Internet free wifi,

Washing Machine, 

Fresh fruits from the gardens.

Pick up from the Airport.

All Administration costs are included

Important: Program fees are charged differently depending on your region.

• Volunteers from Europe: Fees are charged in EUR.  

• Volunteers from outside Europe: Fees are charged in USD.

The USD amounts shown on Volunteer World are automatically converted by the platform and may vary slightly due to exchange rates.  

Your final fee will be confirmed directly with the organization in the appropriate currency (EUR or USD).

We provide airport pick-up at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá.  

Due to Bogotá’s driving restrictions (“pico y placa”), we can only drive on even-numbered days.  

For this reason, volunteers should plan their arrival for an even day of the month.

Please note that these driving restrictions are set by local authorities and may change without prior notice.  

If your flight arrives on an odd day, we will help you arrange a safe alternative transfer or suggest adjusting your travel date when possible.

The volunteer accommodation is located at the Volunteer in Colombia headquarters in Paraíso Village. It is a small, peaceful country house surrounded by mountains, gardens, and a nearby river. The bungalow can host up to 7 volunteers at the same time and is connected to the coordinator’s main house.

We offer:

• 3 single bedrooms (available when requested or when fewer than 6 volunteers are staying)  

• 1 twin room for two volunteers  

• 1 double bedroom for a couple or a single volunteer if needed  

All rooms are well‑decorated and include a desk, lamp, electricity, and access to hot and cold showers in two shared bathrooms. Bed linen is provided; volunteers only need to bring their own toiletries.

Shared spaces include the gardens, dining room, and kitchen. The volunteer bungalow also has a small sitting area for relaxing or reading.

Because this is a rural environment, volunteers should be prepared with:

• light, long‑sleeved clothing  

• insect repellent and sunscreen  

• a hat and a flashlight for walking at night  

• dark‑colored clothes (laundry is done with cold water)  

The area is very quiet and tranquil, ideal for reading, writing, or enjoying nature. Volunteers may encounter small country animals such as crickets, spiders, mosquitoes, birds, and harmless insects. Bringing books, movies, or personal entertainment is recommended.

Meals provided are home‑cooked and based on traditional Colombian cuisine. Food is prepared with fresh local ingredients and reflects the simple, healthy diet of rural communities.

We provide two meals per day from Monday to Friday:

• Breakfast: eggs, hot chocolate or coffee, cereal or bread

• Dinner: a home‑cooked meal including vegetables, rice or pasta, salad or soup, and meat or chicken. Normally is lighter than lunch.

On Saturdays, one meal is provided. No meals are offered on Sundays, giving volunteers the flexibility to explore local restaurants or cook their own food.

Volunteers may use the kitchen and BBQ area in the evenings or on weekends if they prefer to prepare their own meals.

Any additional food or meals eaten outside are not included in the program fee.

We can accommodate basic dietary preferences when informed in advance, although options may be limited due to the rural setting.