Updated 2026 Teach English & Empower Local Youth

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La experiencia

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.

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Que ofreces?

6 horas de ayuda por día

Enseñanza de Deportes: Enseñar o ayudar al anfitrión, los invitados o las comunidades locales a practicar deportes o actividades físicas.

Trabajo Social: Ayuda como voluntario en proyectos locales y comunidades.

Cuidado de Niños: Ayudar a cuidar a los niños, jugar y pasar tiempo con ellos.

Enseñanza de Idiomas: Enseñar un idioma al anfitrión, a los invitados o a las comunidades locales.

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Lo que obtienes

3 dias libres por semana

Habitación compartida: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto compartido con otros viajeros.

Almuerzo: Tienes derecho a almuerzos gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Descuentos en tours: Obtén descuentos en tours y excursiones de la ciudad.

Eventos gratis: Obtén pases gratis para los mejores eventos de la ciudad.

Clases de idiomas: Toma clases de idiomas gratis en nuestro espacio.

Utilice nuestra cocina equipada: Siéntete libre de usar nuestra cocina y preparar tu comida deliciosa.

Certificado: Obtén un certificado de culminación una vez que hayas terminado tu experiencia.

Internet de Alta Velocidad: Internet de alta velocidad para trabajar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglés Intermedio o Español Principiante

Entre 18 y 45 años

Admite voluntarios solos, parejas y dúos de voluntarios

Eres afuera de Colombia

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Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa

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Programa detallado

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.

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Actividades & Turnos

🗓️ 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.

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Reglas

📋 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.