Temporarily we are offering a $ 100 USD discount on all our Honduras-projects, when reserving for at least 4 weeks!

Honduras is blessed with some of Mother Nature’s most pristine environments in all Central America. Famous for its lush jungle lands, breathtaking mountains, challenging rivers and ‘claro’… its awe-inspiring Caribbean coast.

While enjoying the turquoise waters stretching as far as the eye can see, it’s an absolute must to hop over to the close by Bay Islands. A true diver’s paradise, with the world’s second largest living coral reef surrounding the isles of Roatan, Utila and Guanaja, it also offers superb snorkeling, kayaking and excellent lazing on palm beaches with sand white as a snow!

Another huge priority on every Central America travellers’ list is the fascinating ruins of Copán. This thousand years old site is considered to be one of the most artistically advanced and detailed of all ancient Mayan cities.

When environment and history are your passions, then our volunteer project not far away from the ruins, is a dream come true! Together with your fellow volunteers and the locals, you will be working daily in the beautiful nature to help protect the environment with reforestation and conservation activities.

Have a wonderful holiday in Honduras, exploring its many idyllic and wonders, while working to keep them that way!

For more information about Copan’s ecological volunteer project click here, or contact us for more info!

Author: Volunteer Work Latin America

Volunteering with children is an extremely fun and satisfying experience.

Sure, your attitude and commitment to the project are the main elements to turn your presence into a great success.

However, in order to assure that both you and the children stay happy take notice of the tips on our blog here (part I) and here (part II)

Author: Volunteer Work Latin America

As is common in lesser developed countries ecological conservation is of no priority and under constant threat. Many local non-governmental organizations (NGO’s) and non-profit associations strongly rely on volunteers in numerous environmental protection, sustainability and conservation programs.

We are continuously updating our offer of volunteering options. Currently, you can choose out of 21 ecological projects all over Latin and Central America. The following overview will give you a clear picture of what is involved being an ecological conservation volunteer.

The following overview on our blog will give you a clear picture of what is involved being an ecological conservation volunteer.

Author: Almer Elzink

When you say Mexico, almost by default,imaginings of mariachi musicians wearing big sombreros (and big moustaches!), tacos soaked inchili sauce or guacamole dip, day of the dead, white sandy beaches and the oh so notorious tequila shots spring to your mind.

Legitimately belonging to North-America, many parts of the country have more in common with neighboring Central American countries. A country so extremely rich in history and culture, yet so diverse and full of contrasts.

It boast one of the largest metropolises in the world, Mexico City with its bustling 20 – 30 million ‘chilangos’ (depending on which statistic to believe), and at the same time some of the most quaint and picturesque ‘pueblitos’, such  as Todos Santos, home to the Eagles’ Hotel California, where time has stood still since long ago.

The stark differences of the dry desert regions of the northern states of Chihuahua and Sonora with the jungle trotted southern states of Chiapas and Tabasco make them simply worlds apart. All 31 states of Mexico offer its visitors unique traditions, unrivalled handicrafts, climates, fascinatingflora and fauna and of course,its flamboyant gastronomy.

Who hasn’t heard of tamales, tortillas, burritosand enchiladas?  Unlike it’s Tex-Mex variants, real Mexican food plays a tribute to its ancient Mayan and Aztec ancestors who were the first ones cultivating chocolate, maize, tomatoes, chili peppers and vanilla.

With so much diversity it is only logical that it also faces its challenges. Due to its close proximity to the United States, issues of migration and the ever present gap between rich and poor leave many rural areas underdeveloped and in dire need of support.

Luckily, these areas are also known to host some of the most beautiful and spectacular environments in the world. Here, Volunteer Work Latin America is contributing toseveral community and proper ecotourism initiatives in order to boost local economies. 

They offer you the opportunity to assist in a sustainable development training center in the state of Oaxaca, where the local population is given demonstrations of how to be self-sufficient with water and food, how to build ecological homes, as well as technologies for economic and human development.

A lot of work is to be done here. When you are ready to make a difference, I suggest getting in touch with Volunteer Work Latin America to organize your own unforgettable Mexican adventure. More info about this ecological project can be read here.

They can also arrange for Spanish classes. Being in the world’s biggest speaking Spanish country, you owe it to yourself toinvest some timeimproving your language skills.You will reap the rewards when engaging in some small chat or when ordering your cold Corona and lime!

Author: Volunteer Work Latin America

The organization we work with in Costa Rica offer many opportunities for volunteers to get first-hand experience in the health sector.

Depending on your level of knowledge, specialization, and skill, you may check blood pressure, distribute food and medicine, weigh babies, accompany emergency response vehicles, and help with other first-aid procedures.

Read more here here about the organization we work with, including a volunteer testimonial at a senior care home.