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Work exchange

Exchange your skills for accommodation
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Volunteer in NGOs, Schools & Social Projects
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Learn in Ecovillages, Farms & Permaculture Projects

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Higher chance of approval

Hosts that recently have approved volunteers and are looking for more applications
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Hosts that have good ratings and receive many worldpackers
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Hosts that welcome couples or two friends traveling together

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Places to do a cultural exchange in South America

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Hostel Cali, Colombia

Disfruta de Cali mientras das un toque de arte a nuestro espacio

32h/week Social Media Photography Painting & Decorating Arts
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5

Social Project Cabo Frio, Brazil

Mergulhe na beleza da região dos lagos do Rio e ajude a compartilhar histórias impactantes por meio de filmes e design

32h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 3 to 15 days Tent 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host

Inn Cunha, Brazil

Venha nos ajudar com café da manhã na Pousada!

30h/week Kitchen Hand Cooking Bartending
At least 2 weeks Private Room 2 meals
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Private School Zipaquirá, Colombia

Comparte vivencias con nuestros estudiantes, mientras aprenden

30h/week Social Work Teaching Languages
From 1 to 2 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0

Guest House Lima, Peru

¡Únase a nuestro equipo de voluntarios en la Cocina Peruana!

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 4 to 6 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0

Eco Lodge Colbun, Chile

Reparaciones muros de contención, albañilería, carpintería.

25h/week Building & Repairing
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Permaculture project Necochea, Argentina

Voluntariado Bioconstrucción

30h/week Painting & Decorating Gardening Building & Repairing
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.0
  • Sustainable project

Farmstay Trujillo, Peru

Creemos contenido para el lodge y productos de los agricultores.

20h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 1 to 2 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host

Farmstay Punilla, Argentina

Ayúdanos a cultivar campos de lavanda y disfrut del naturaleza!

20h/week Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
From 10 days to 2 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Permaculture project Vinto, Bolivia

Help us grow our permaculture orchard and enjoy a peaceful time

25h/week Kitchen Hand Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Eco Lodge Muisne, Ecuador

Vive la magia de Caimito creando contenido sobre cacao orgánico

25h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 1 to 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals

Eco Lodge VILLAVICENCIO, Colombia

Ayúdanos a llevar nuestro restaurante bar a un mejor nivel

20h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5

Permaculture project Junín Department, Argentina

Ayúdanos en la posada y disfruta del verano en las sierras

20h/week Cleaning Reception Gardening
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm
  • 4.0
  • Sustainable project

Hostel Cusco, Peru

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24h/week Reception
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5

Holistic Center Santa Marta, Colombia

Voluntariado de Yoga en Centro Espiritual – Colombia 🧘‍♂️🌿

24h/week Teaching Sports
At least 4 weeks Tent 2 meals

Hotel Chiloé, Chile

Help us as a Receptionist - Housekeeping!

32h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

How many countries are there in South America?

South America includes 12 sovereign states: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, and a part of France (French Guiana). Most countries speak their specific dialects of Spanish, but Portuguese is the majority language by a small margin due to the fact that Brazil is the largest country in the continent. South America is home to more plant and animal species than anywhere on Earth. 

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What are the best places to see animals in South America?

There are many places to observe animals in natural habitat. Just be careful with places that exploit animals instead of helping them. Please, always research before visiting. An example of a trustworthy place to see wildlife in South America is the Bird Park at the Iguazu Falls National Reserve. In Peru, you can feel the spirits of the Andes at Parque Nacional Manu. In Argentina, Unesco World Heritage site Península Valdés is home to sea lions, seals, penguins and numerous seabirds, being one of South America’s best wildlife reserves. 

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How can I use Worldpackers to visit South America?

South America is the place for a classic backpacker adventure. You can use Worldpackers to save some money by exchanging work for accommodation in Sao Paulo, Lima, Buenos Aires and a lot of other places included in our host list. From big cities to beaches and countrysides, we’ve got you covered! You can explore South America by applying to the positions that match your skills, once you become a Worldpackers member for only $49 a year. Maybe come visit Worldpackers headquarters in Sao Paulo! 

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.

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