Booking Number

CL-VOL115

Program Place

Farm Sanctuary for pets and farm animals

Location

Limache is a cozy little town in the central region of Chile. It is about 35 kilometers from the famous port city of Valparaíso, which is very popular with tourists. Santiago de Chile is about 1.5 hours away. Limache has approx. 40,000 inhabitants and the landscape is rural. The city is beautifully situated surrounded by mountains, hills and valleys.

Tasks

In our volunteer project for animals in need you can show your big heart for animals. Help neglected and abused animals "get back on their feet", regain trust in humans and live dignified lives. Your tasks as a volunteer include:

• Care of the animals
• Feeding the animals
• Ensure that the animals always have enough water
• Keep stables and enclosures clean
• Construction of new enclosures and corrals
• Improve/maintain existing facilities
• Administering medication and/or assisting with vet visits
• Assisting in fundraising campaigns
• Public relations and educational work
• Maintaining the social media channels

If you love animals and like to have animals around you all day long, then you will enjoy this volunteer work very much. However, please be aware that the work can also be hard and exhausting. The tasks have to be done dutifully and carefully. The welfare of the animals comes first!

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 and 40 hours / week

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible

Duration

Minimum 2 weeks

Minimum age

18 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

Shared room in the volunteer house.

The consumption of alcohol and tobacco is prohibited.

Food

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. In line with animal welfare, most meals are plant-based. Additional food such as biscuits, sweets, special requests, or non-alcoholic drinks can be bought in the nearest town.

Internet

Internet access available via data package.

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 6 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Individual project placement
2. No application deadlines
3. Flexible start and end dates
4. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
5. English-speaking in-country support
6. Amazing program location in central Chile
7. Stay abroad with a meaning

Booking Number

CL-VOL113

Program Place

Cooperative for Fair Trade and Consumption

Location

Valdivia in southern Chile, region de Los Lagos, approx. 850 km south of Santiago de Chile. The city lies on the river Valdivia and with its wonderful river promenade is strongly reminiscent of European cities. Thanks to the evergreen vegetation, the proximity to the water, the beautiful city center and the good fresh air, Valdivia is one of the most beautiful cities in Chile.

Tasks

Full cultural integration is given in this volunteer project. You have the opportunity to get a taste of many different areas of the cooperative and to learn a lot about the country's culture, language and social challenges.

• Sale in the shop of the cooperative
• Attending customer
• Inventory taking
• Helping in their own vegetable garden
• Update the online platform
• Marketing / Social Media
• Visiting farms and picking up their produce
• Administrative tasks
• Organization of events for the members of the cooperative

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 and 40 hours / week

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible

Duration

Minimum 4 weeks, maximum 6 months

Minimum age

18 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

Single room in a local homestay

Food

No melas or half-board

Internet

All our homestays have Internet access (Wifi) available.

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 12 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Individual project placement
2. No application deadlines
3. Flexible start and end dates
4. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
5. English-speaking in-country support
6. Amazing program location in beautiful southern Chile

Booking Number

CL-VOL105

Program Place

Rescue center for stray dogs and cats

Location

Santiago de Chile

Tasks

• Caring of the dogs (bathing, combing, guiding the dog)
• Feeding the animals
• Feeding weak or young animals (puppies, kittens) with the bottle
• Cleaning the facilities
• Administering medication, and assisting with sterilization
• Accompanying rescue operations, where animals are taken off the street
• Distributing food to animals living on the street
• Public relations and education as well as maintenance of the organization's internet presence
• Helping with adoption campaigns
  

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 and 40 hours / week. Half-day positions are available in conjunction with a Spanish course.

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible

Duration

Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 6 months

Minimum Age

17 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

The accommodation takes place in a homestay. This means you will live in a private household where one or more rooms are rented. Accommodation hosts are individual persons (e.g. señoras, young professionals), couples, families or students. You will have a single room with access to the common areas. Internet is included. All our accommodations are in safe neighborhoods with good connection to local transportation. Half-board can also be booked.
(Note: Only valid for Volunteer Work Premium, which includes the accommodation.)

Internet

Our homestays are equipped with internet connection (wifi).

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 12 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Individual project placement
2. No application deadlines
3. Flexible start and end dates
4. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
5. English-speaking support through our local office
6. Amazing program location in the metropolis of Santiago de Chile

Booking Number

CL-VOL107

Program Place

Rescue Center for Street Cats

Location

Santiago de Chile

Tasks

• Caring of the cats (combing, stroking, etc.)
• Feeding the cats
• Cleaning the blankets and cat beds
• Cleaning and maintaining the facilities
• Washing feeding bowls
• Cleaning litter boxes
• Administrative tasks
• Accompanying veterinary treatments (not possible for all volunteers)
• Helping with adoption processing
  

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 and 40 hours / week. Half-day positions are available in conjunction with a Spanish course.

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible

Minimum Age

17 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

The accommodation takes place in a homestay. This means you will live in a private household where one or more rooms are rented. Accommodation hosts are individual persons (e.g. señoras, young professionals), couples, families or students. You will have a single room with access to the common areas. Internet is included. All our accommodations are in safe neighborhoods with good connection to local transportation. Half-board can also be booked.
(Note: Only valid for Volunteer Work Premium, which includes the accommodation.)

Internet

Our homestays are equipped with internet connection (wifi).

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency..

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 12 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Individual project placement
2. No application deadlines
3. Flexible start and end dates
4. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
5. English-speaking support through our local office
6. Amazing program location in the metropolis of Santiago de Chile

Booking Number

CL-VOL112

Program Places

Small family farms

Location

Rio Puelo, Cochamó, Patagonia.
The Cochamó region is located more than 1,000 km south of Santiago de Chile and is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas in Chile.

Tasks

• Helping with any kind of farm work
• Feeding and caring for the animals
• Doing the harvest
• Working in the garden and on the fields
• Planting the orchard
• Helping in the household (cook, bake fresh bread, cut fruit, etc.)
• Looking after children of the family (if applicable)
  

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

About 30 - 40 hours / week

Start Date

All year round, start and end dates are flexible. In the winter months between May and late September, the weather is very cold, rainy, sometimes with snowfall. For non-weather-resistant participants, the best time to participate is between the beginning of October and the end of April.

Duration

Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 6 months

Minimum Age

18 years

Language

Intermediate Spanish (book your language course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

Single room with local host family

Food

Full-board (3 meals/day)

Internet

Internet is only available via the mobile phone. The reception is not stable everywhere.

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 12 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Volunteering in untouched nature
2. Cultural exchange with local people
3. Experience how it is living in Patagonia first hand
4. No application deadlines
5. Flexible start and end dates
6. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
7. English-speaking in-country support through our local office

Booking Number

CL-WN109

Progam Place

South America's largest inner city park

Location

Santiago de Chile

Tasks

• Working outdoors: maintenance work, cutting back trees and plants, watering, etc.
• Environmental education: educate children and young people on environmental issues through practical examples and workshops.
• Environmental protection and reforestation: protection and restoration of biodiversity in the park, assisting in the greenhouse, etc.
• Visitor Center: Participating in the Visitor Center at the entrance of the park, informing visitors and giving instructions on how to use the park (in different languages).
• Independent projects: Dedicated volunteers and those who have the appropriate (technical) knowledge or ideas are encouraged to independently develop projects to improve the park and / or environmental education and / or environmental protection measures.
  
  
  

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 and 40 hours / week.

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible

Duration

Minimum 4 weeks, maximum 6 months

Minimum Age

18 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

The accommodation takes place in a homestay. This means you will live in a private household where one or more rooms are rented. Accommodation hosts are individual persons (e.g. señoras, young professionals), couples, families or students. You will have a single room with access to the common areas. Internet is included. All our accommodations are in safe neighborhoods with good connection to local transportation. Half-board can also be booked.
(Note: Only valid for Volunteer Work Premium, which includes the accommodation.)

Internet

Our homestays are equipped with internet connection (wifi).

In-Country Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 12 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Programm Highlights

1. Individual project placement
2. No application deadlines
3. Flexible start and end dates
4. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
5. English-speaking support through our local office
6. Amazing program location in the metropolis of Santiago de Chile

Booking Number

CL-WN105

Program Place

Rapa Nui National Park

Location

The Easter Island in the Pacific Ocean.
Rapa Nui, as Easter Island is called from the indigenous, is about 5 hours flight from Santiago de Chile.

Tasks

• Collaboration in the climate protection program
• Collaboration in projects with the island community
• Collaboration in the administrative office or in the field of research and data processing
• Collection and logging of plant seeds
• Control of seed settlement on the plantation
• Conservation of native seeds and plants
• Reforestation work
• Monitoring and logging of forest and plant populations
• Assistance in environmental education
• Supervision of visitors to the National Park
• Organisation and implementation of events for students and tourists on the subject of environmental and climate protection

(We would like to point out that the tasks may vary and depend on factors such as the number of volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, and self-motivation. Volunteers may not be fully involved in all the tasks mentioned above.)

Working Hours

Between 30 - 40 hours / week

Start Date

Year round, start and end dates are flexible.

Duration

2 weeks, max. 30 days

Minimum Age

18 years

Language

Spanish at communication level (book your Spanish course in Chile with us!)

Accommodation

The accommodation takes place in a single or shared room in a guest house (depending on availability). There is kitchen access for self-catering.

Internet

Internet (WIFI) is included in most of the accommodations.

In-Country-Support

Our English-speaking team in the Chile Inside office in Santiago de Chile is always there for you.

24/7 Emergency Number

With the booking confirmation you will receive our 24-hour emergency number, under which you can reach us 24/7 in case of emergency.

Application

Please send us your detailed CV with photo and the completed registration form. For more information on the registration process, please see the instructions on the first page of the registration form or contact one of our experienced staff members.

Application Deadline

There are no application deadlines. We recommend submitting the documents as early as possible, at least 4 weeks before the desired start of the program, so that there is sufficient time to assure a smooth placement process. For short-term applications please contact us.

Insurance

You need to have a travel health insurance for Chile. You can buy your travel insurance, tailored to the needs of our participants, online with us, at convenient rates. See: Travel health insurance

Program Highlights

1. Volunteering on the famous Easter Island in the middle of the Pacific
2. Unique insights into the mysterious culture of Rapa Nui
3. Unique and legendary place on earth
4. No application deadlines
5. Flexible start and end dates
6. Participation possible even without prior knowledge
7. English-speaking support through our office in Santiago de Chile