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17 opportunities found

Non-Profit Project Palizzi, Italy

Volunteer for Sea Turtles conservation

20h/week Animal Care Social Work
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Permaculture project Province of Campobasso, Italy

Join our organic farming experience in the Biferno River in Italy

25h/week Cleaning Gardening Social Work Building & Repairing
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host

Animal Shelter Imperia, Italy

Dolphin Volunteering Conservation Project in Italy!

30h/week Animal Care Social Work
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
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Animal Shelter Imperia, Italy

Volunteer as a Research Assistant on a Cetaceans Research Team

20h/week Animal Care Social Work
From 1 to 1 week Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

NGO Amaliada, Greece

Come teach us some latin salsa, Zumba and Capoeira at the beach.

20h/week Social Work Teaching Languages Teaching Sports
From 2 to 3 weeks Tent 1 meal

Hostel Rauland, Norway

Norwegian hidden treasure: Rauland volunteer experience.

30h/week Kitchen Hand Social Work Teaching Sports
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5

Permaculture project Vieira do Minho, Portugal

Ajude-nos a cultivar castanheiros e aproveite a NATUREZA.

25h/week Cleaning Social Work Building & Repairing Farming
From 7 to 30 days Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

NGO Braga, Portugal

Viver e Transformar: Voluntariado Comunitário em Cabo Verde

24h/week Elderly Care Child Care Social Work Teaching Sports
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

NGO Braga, Portugal

Trabalho Solidário - Portugal

24h/week Teaching Sports Social Work Elderly Care Child Care
From 30 days to 12 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Non-Profit Project Sankt Pölten, Austria

Train as Nature Guide in Austria

32h/week Gardening Child Care Arts Social Work
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Permaculture project Pavia, Portugal

Immerse In Nature, Experience Its Healing Power in Portugal!

16h/week Animal Care Social Work Building & Repairing Farming
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

NGO Barcelona, Spain

Necesitamos tu ayuda en nuestro banco de alimentos!!

32h/week Social Work
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • High demand
  • Needs help immediately

NGO Barcelona, Spain

Buscamos un líder en la área de Recursos Humanos

32h/week Social Work
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • High demand

NGO Barcelona, Spain

Join us and help us with food rescue & community building

32h/week Building & Repairing Elderly Care Arts Social Work
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • High demand
  • Needs help immediately

NGO Barcelona, Spain

Dive into Change: Hands-On Marine Conservation in Barcelona

32h/week Social Work Teaching Sports
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • High demand
  • Needs help immediately

Holistic Center Caernarfon, United Kingdom

A Musical Movement to Revive the Great Engedi Chapel

20h/week Social Work
From 4 to 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

How many countries are there in Europe?

It’s nice to remember that Europe is different from the European Union (EU). The EU is an economic and political union of 28 countries. It allows free movement of goods, capital, services and people (including visitors!) between member states. When it started in 1951, only Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands participated. On the other hand, the continent of Europe comprises 50 countries. There are several nations with territory in both Europe and Asia like Turkey and Russia. They are considered to be “transcontinental”. 

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Is Eastern Europe worth visiting?

Eastern Europe is a term with many definitions! For people who travel to Europe, like tourists or backpackers, it usually refers to countries like Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Austria, Croatia, Slovakia and others. These countries are known as generally cheaper than Central or Western Europe. In Prague you can find beer as good as in Munich! In Krakow you can learn about the world’s history by visiting Auschwitz and other museums. In Viena you can experience the Opera! Buda Castle in Budapest dates back to 1265! The region is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy saving money while having amazing experiences.

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Can I go to Europe using Worldpackers?

Yes! At Worldpackers you will find hostels, camping sites, NGOs, guesthouses, eco lodges, farms...you name it! Use your skills to exchange work for accomodation in Europe. You can check our host list and make a profile for free. Once you provide info about your skills and travel goals, you can schedule a trip by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community for only $49 a year!

How Worldpackers works: the complete guideTime to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works