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1579 opportunities found

Farm Albán, Colombia

Catequistas y Misioneros Católicos o Animadores de Juventud.

20h/week Arts Social Work
From 1 week to 1 month Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Farm Celendín, Peru

General help in the middle of nature

16h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Gardening
At least 2 weeks Tent
  • 4.5

Non-Profit Project Trujillo, Peru

Teaching and helping out at the project

20h/week Music Child Care Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately
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Non-Profit Project Trujillo, Peru

Teach english & improve the lives of children at risk in Peru

20h/week Music Child Care Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Animal Shelter Cusco, Peru

Volunteer with Rescue Dogs in the Heart of Peru

15h/week Building & Repairing Cleaning Animal Care Social Work
From 1 to 12 weeks Private Room 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Permaculture project Gachetá, Colombia

Colabora en nuestra finca familiar y sumérgete en la naturaleza:)

25h/week Farming Gardening
From 2 to 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Permaculture project Gachetá, Colombia

Colabora en la construcción de nuestro hospedaje rural

25h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing
From 2 to 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Inn Aiuruoca, Brazil

Venha ajudar a Pousada e curta cachoeiras e belezas naturais!

24h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Gardening
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Holistic Center Camaçari, Brazil

🌿✨ Voluntariado em Espaço de Harmonia e Conexão em Camaçari

25h/week Painting & Decorating Cleaning Building & Repairing Farming
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Hostel Rosario, Argentina

necesito voluntario de mantenimiento y pintura

24h/week Building & Repairing
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Farm Arbeláez, Colombia

Cooworker - Facilitator

25h/week Farming Painting & Decorating Social Work Building & Repairing
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Farm Lamas, Peru

Handyman needed here in the Amazon Rainforest of Peru

25h/week Building & Repairing
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Farm Lamas, Peru

A piece of paradise, super-diverse project in Amazon Rainforest

25h/week Farming Arts Building & Repairing Gardening
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Yerba Buena, Argentina

Ven a formar parte de nuestro equipo y auxiliar en la limpieza, portería y cafetería!

24h/week Night Shift Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Farm Itapira, Brazil

Help our sustainable farm and enjoy a peaceful time in nature!

25h/week Cleaning Social Work Farming Gardening
From 1 to 5 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval
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Farmstay Paraty, Brazil

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24h/week Painting & Decorating Cleaning Housekeeping
From 1 week to 1 month Private Room 2 meals
  • 2.5
  • Higher approval

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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