Volunteer work in Chile in the area of tourism is a great option and former participants have spoken very highly of these volunteer placements. If your work or studies are related to tourism, this experience will be of great value for you. If not, it will still be fun and entertaining experience with the possibility to meet new friends and to learn more about Chile. These working holidays offers you the best chance possible to live in Chile and get to know the country, the people and the culture while improving your Spanish skills.

There are a number of options for a working holiday in the tourism sector in a region of your choice throughout Chile, in and around the Chilean capital of Santiago. All work places are located at amazing and unique regions and provide high service and attention to their customers. Chile is well known for its beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities which allow the tourism companies to offer excursions like trekking, kayaking, horseback riding and many other activities. Chile is an amazing country, probably one of South America’s best kept secrets.

The jobs may vary according to the place and the company. Usually the tasks are diverse and handled flexibly. Volunteers can work either in farms, hotels or resorts and travel agencies in Chile. As a volunteer your tasks will include welcoming and attending the (international) guests. This is a good way to practice your Spanish and English language skills as well as your social skills. Also you will make reservations and reply to customer inquiries (phone, email, personally). You will be organizing and coordinating tours, excursions and outdoor activities such as horseback riding, rafting, sight-seeing, wine tours, trekking, hiking, hot springs and biking. Apart from these tasks often there is some marketing and administration to do or – in the farms – taking care of animals (feeding and cleaning) and assisting in other farm work.

To participate in this project you should at least be 18 years old and have an intermediate level of Spanish. Your English level should be good to high. For some jobs, German language knowledge or other languages are an advantage. The job requires flexibility and the ability to adapt to a different working environment and varying tasks. Also you should be tolerant, open- minded and have good social skills. Of course if you chose to volunteer on a farm, you must have affection for animals and enjoy dealing with them and nature. Some project prefer volunteers with a study or background in tourism, international business or a similar field. Whichever option you chose, make sure you have a Travel Insurance with coverage in Chile (can be booked through our organization). Lastly, volunteers should be available for at least 8 weeks; for some jobs 12 weeks. Generally, the durations of the these volunteer projects in Chile vary from eight weeks to six months.

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