Updated 2026 Teach English & Empower Local Youth
Das Erlebnis
We are a family-run cultural and educational project in Puerto López, Meta – Colombia. Volunteers support English classes and, depending on their skills, help create activities for local youth such as art, culture, communication, leadership, or community projects. We focus on cultural exchange, bilingual education, and youth development in a safe, welcoming environment. No Spanish required.
Was Sie anbieten
6 Stunden Hilfe pro Tag
Sportunterricht:
Unterrichten oder Unterstützen des Hosts, der Gäste oder lokaler Gemeinschaften beim Sport oder körperlichen Aktivitäten.
Sozialarbeit:
Hilfe bei Freiwilligenarbeit in lokalen Projekten und Gemeinschaften.
Kinderbetreuung:
Betreuung von Kindern, mit ihnen spielen und Zeit verbringen.
Sprachunterricht:
Unterrichte eine Sprache für den Host, Gäste oder lokale Gemeinschaften.
Was Sie bekommen
3 freie Tage pro Woche
Gemeinschaftszimmer:
Du bekommst ein Bett in einem Gemeinschaftszimmer, was bedeutet, dass du dir den Raum mit anderen Reisenden teilst.
Mittagessen:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Mittagessen an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Rabatte auf Touren:
Erhalte Rabatte für Touren und Ausflüge in der Stadt.
Kostenlose Events:
Erhalte kostenlosen Eintritt für die besten Events der Stadt.
Sprachunterricht:
Nimm an kostenlosen Sprachkursen bei uns teil.
Nutze unsere ausgestattete Küche:
Nutze gerne unsere Küche und bereite dein eigenes leckeres Essen zu.
Zertifikat:
Erhalte ein Zertifikat nach Beenden deines Erlebnisses.
Schneller Internetzugang:
Hochgeschwindigkeits-Internet, damit du remote arbeiten kannst
Anforderungen
Mittelstufe Englisch oder Anfänger Spanisch
Zwischen 18 und 45 Jahre alt
Empfängt Einzelreisende, Paare und Partner von Freiwilligen
Nicht aus Kolumbien stammen
Was nicht inbegriffen ist
Flüge, Reiseversicherung, interne Transportmittel und Visum
Programmdetails
2025–2026 ✨
Garay Otavo is a family-run cultural and educational project in Puerto López, Meta – Colombia. We work with children and young people through English classes, creative activities, and community projects, promoting cultural exchange, learning, and youth empowerment.
In 2025–2026, our program enters a renewed stage with clearer organization, better communication, and a warm, welcoming environment for volunteers.
🌍 What will you do?
Support English classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Join youth and community activities based on your skills and interests (art, music, media, sports, culture, leadership, etc.).
Share your ideas and talents — we love co-creating projects with our volunteers!
🏡 What we offer
A safe, friendly, family environment
Basic accommodation
Lunch from Monday to Thursday
Cultural exchange and language practice (no Spanish required!)
The chance to make a real impact in a local community
⏳ Duration & flexibility
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Core schedule: English classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Other activities are planned together with you and our team
If you enjoy education, community work, and cultural exchange — and want to live an authentic experience in Colombia — we’d love to meet you! 💛✨
Apply and let’s create something meaningful together.
Aktivitäten & Schichten
🗓️ Main Activities
English classes with children and youth
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Community & youth activities
Planned together with the volunteer and the team, depending on your skills and interests.
(Art, music, sports, communication, leadership, creative or cultural workshops.)
⏱️ Shifts
4 days per week
5–6 hours per day
Fixed schedule on class days (Tuesday & Thursday)
Flexible schedule for other activities, agreed in advance
🌱 How we work
We value communication and teamwork.
Volunteers are guided but also encouraged to bring ideas.
Activities are organized to keep a healthy balance between work, learning, and free time.
This is a collaborative and cultural exchange experience, not just a task-based volunteering.
Regeln
📋 Rules
Be respectful, responsible, and open-minded
Show commitment during agreed schedules
Treat young people with kindness and professionalism
Communicate clearly with the team
Keep shared spaces clean and organized
Positive attitude always ✨
🍽️ Food & Kitchen
Sometimes we cook together when we can, but not every day.
Volunteers are welcome to use the kitchen, buy their own groceries, and store food in the fridge.
We only ask that you:
Clean everything after cooking
Respect shared spaces
Leave the kitchen just like you found it
Simple, fair, and chill 🌱
🧼 Cleanliness & Shared Spaces
Please clean and organize the spaces you use.
Keep common areas tidy and pleasant for everyone.
We believe shared care makes shared living easier.
🐱 Pets
We live with friendly cats who move freely in the house.
Please be comfortable around animals and treat them with care.
👥 Visits
Visitors are welcome with prior notice and approval.
This helps keep the house organized and peaceful.
💛 Spirit of the House
This is a cultural exchange, not a hotel.
A positive attitude, responsibility, and openness are essential.
We value cooperation, respect, and good energy.